About Crafty Old Codger: Local Wreath-Making Workshops & Homemade Preserves
After a 60-year career that culminated in running my own sales and marketing business in the hospitality and travel sector, I finally retired at the age of 77.
Having worked for so long, the prospect of retirement was slightly daunting. Living alone—save for a rather demanding dog—and with few existing hobbies, I knew I needed a new focus. That is when I found my true niche.
I began reflecting on my childhood, remembering the days spent helping my mother in a farmhouse kitchen filled with the aroma of bubbling jams.
I have always believed in preserving the authentic tastes of my youth, and I know that homemade jams and chutneys offer a depth of flavour that shop-bought alternatives simply cannot match.
At the same time, I drew inspiration from my previous career. To create engaging experiences for event professionals visiting from overseas, we had to be highly creative, and it was during this time that I learned how to craft indoor wreaths.
I instantly fell in love with the creativity of designing unique pieces of wall art. For my wreaths, I insist on using natural dried flowers and foraged, sustainable materials, mostly collected from my local area.
It felt like a natural progression to start leading my own workshops. Today, I host groups of 10 to 25 people, welcoming everyone from corporate teams and local societies to pre-wedding hen parties, families, and groups of friends looking to create their own special memento.
As we move towards the end of the year, my focus shifts to the festive season, where creating beautiful 'door knocker' wreaths using wholly foraged evergreens takes centre stage.
Whether you are looking for the nostalgic taste of homemade preserves or a relaxed, creative space to craft your own unique wall art, I look forward to welcoming you to Crafty Old Codger.
Get in Touch
Whether you have a question about our upcoming wreath-making workshops, wish to enquire about booking a private event, or want to know more about our current seasonal selection of artisan jams, preserves, and sauces, we would love to hear from you.
If you need assistance with an online pantry order, have a query about ingredients, or simply want to find out what small-batch recipes we are currently cooking up in the kitchen, please fill out the contact form below or reach out to us directly via email.
