An Evening Exploring Craft, Compassion and Community

Be part of a special night of creativity and care, from an upcycling workshop to powerful short films and a panel exploring how we can all live more sustainably.

The evening will be raising funds for SEAMS, a new short film exploring loneliness, care and misunderstood connections and for Give Your Best, the award-winning platform tackling clothing poverty and championing sustainable fashion.

6:45 pm Arrivals at Give Your Best (Islington Square, 129e Upper Street, London, N1 1QP) for those with workshop tickets

7:00 - 7:30 pm Make Your Own Keyring Workshop

7:30 pm Arrivals for non-workshop ticket holders at OmNom, Islington Square, London for welcome drinks & nibbles

8:15 - 9:00 pm Film screenings:

Small Selkie (15 minutes )

Bridge (16 minutes)

Sleepyhead (13 minutes)

9:00 - 9:30 pm Panel Talk

9:30 - 10:15 pm Drinks and mingling till finish!

This unique fundraiser celebrates the power of upcycling, sustainability and connection. The evening weaves together a key ring making workshop, thought provoking short film screenings and an inspiring panel discussion with changemakers working at the intersection of creativity, community and social impact.

Together we’ll reflect on how storytelling, sustainability and care can spark meaningful change while directly supporting projects that give back.

SEAMS follows Edie, a solitary sewist who begins to believe her client Louise is reaching out for help. What starts as empathy soon unravels into obsession, with painful consequences.

Created by an all-female team and in partnership with Give Your Best, SEAMS is a project rooted in impact, shining a light on themes of loneliness, care and the invisible threads that connect us.

Get hands-on with a relaxed, creative session using upcycled materials. Guided by a dedicated workshop leader you will design and make a unique keyring, a small keepsake symbolising care, connection, and the power of giving.

Watch three multi-award-winning female-led films exploring themes of care, sustainability and connection.

- In this meditation on care and connection, NHS receptionist Bridget grapples with the demands of a crumbling healthcare system until her life changes when she picks up the phone to Kirsty.

- Against the backdrop of the loss of her mother, Skye finds solace by the sea.

- In this dark comedy, sixth-former Rae is chronically ill and stuck at home with her glorious imagination and seething rage for company.

Our panel brings together filmmakers, sustainability advocates and community leaders to explore how craft, creativity and connection can inspire care and solidarity. Exciting panelist announcements coming soon!

Following the panel discussion please do stick around and join us for more drinks and conversation until 10pm!

Workshop + Screening + Panel (limited availability: 12 spaces) - £20

Screening + Panel only - £12

All proceeds from ticket sales go directly to Give Your Best and the production of SEAMS.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Give Your Best Shop, Islington Square, London, United Kingdom