Get Arty (or Crafty) in January
If you’re after creative things to do in Stockport this January, the town’s arts and craft scene is full of easy, hands-on ways to get involved.
From vision board evenings and life drawing to botanical art and relaxed craft socials, these events are all about trying something new, getting a bit messy and enjoying the process, with no artistic credentials required.
1. Stockport Vision Board Evening
📅 Thursday 8 January, 6.30pm
📍 Alfredo’s, Stockport
Kick back with magazines, scissors and glue to make your intentions for the year ahead look good. This relaxed workshop is more about vibes than rules - dream, cut and stick your way into January.
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stockport-vision-board-evening-tickets-1977393324664
2. Life Drawing with HOP at Tides Within
📅 Sunday 25 January, 2- 4 pm
📍 Tides Within, 34 Market Place, Stockport SK1 1ES
Swap scrolling for sketching at this friendly, no-pressure life drawing session in the gorgeous Tides within Studio on Marketplace. All materials are provided and everyone’s welcome, from total beginners to confident creatives.
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.lifedrawingwithhop.com/event-details/life-drawing-at-tides-within-stockport
3. Crafty Social Club Stockport
📅 Tuesday 27 January, 6 - 8 pm
📍 Red Bull, 14 Middle Hillgate, Stockport
Not a workshop but a monthly creative hangout. Bring along your knitting, crochet, embroidery, collage or current WIP, or just turn up to chat and be inspired. Free, friendly and very low-key.
🎟️ Free tickets: https://allevents.in/stockport/crafty-social-club-stockport/100001977712007854
4. The Year of the Horse: Paint N Sip
📅 Friday 30 January, 6 - 8 pm
📍 Royal Nawaab Pyramid, Stockport
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a relaxed paint-and-sip evening in the unique and glorious setting of the Royal Nawaab Pyramid. You’ll be guided step-by-step to create a themed artwork while enjoying drinks and good company. Beginners welcome, perfection not required.
5. Botanical Still Life Art Retreat
📅 Saturday 31 January
📍 PINK Studios, Stockport
A calm, creative way to close out the month. This botanical still-life session focuses on observation, sketching, and enjoying the process in a relaxed, social setting. Materials provided.
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/botanical-still-life-art-retreat-with-sketch-tickets-1976884598049
Whether you’re craving mindful making or a social creative night out, Stockport’s January arts and craft calendar has something to get you inspired. Ready to get stuck in?
