CHILDREN from Somerset are being invited to attend a jewellery making class at a garden centre in the county this month (February, 2010).

Staff at the Craft Centre at Monkton Elm Garden & Pet Centre, which is located just off the A38 at Monkton Heathfield between Bridgwater and Taunton, are hosting a ‘Children’s Jewellery Class’ for youngsters aged seven to 11-years-old on Tuesday, February 16.

Miranda McPherson, Craft Centre Supervisor, explained: “Debbie Angeras, who is a Monkton Elm Craft Centre team member, and I will be hosting the event. We are both bead enthusiasts and will show children how to make a Twizzle bracelet from a kit.

“The class is a great opportunity for youngsters who want to learn the basics of jewellery making. Children will be able to take their bracelet home with them. The class costs £6.50 per child and includes the Twizzle Kit, which is worth £4.50. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Those who wish to attend the session can book a place now by calling the Craft Centre on 01823 412381.”

The specialist Craft Centre was created to serve the needs of the area’s keen and potential bead crafters, card-makers, scrapbookers, cross stitchers, canvas embroiderers and knitters.

The Centre stocks everything from card-making kits to wool and has a programme of free demonstrations. There are also paid workshops, where people can get hands-on craft experience.

The Children’s Jewellery Class will take place at Monkton Elm Garden & Pet Centre’s Craft Centre from 11am until 1pm on Tuesday, February 16. To book a place for the class or to find out about wheelchair access at the Craft Centre, please call the garden centre on the number above.

To find out more about future workshops and demos, please visit Monkton Elm Garden & Pet Centre, which is located just off the A38 at Monkton Heathfield between Bridgwater and Taunton. Alternatively, please visit the craft page on www.monktonelmgardencentre.co.uk.