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Another Way Women Foundation Grant

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Felt a Fanny Wins A Grant from Another Way Women Foundation

We are thrilled to announce that Felt a Fanny has been awarded a grant from Another Way Women Foundation (AWWF)! This incredible support will help us further our mission of empowering teenage girls and individuals assigned female at birth by promoting period awareness, wellbeing, and self-care through creative and holistic workshops.

Our Mission Felt a Fanny is dedicated to dismantling stigmas surrounding menstruation and fostering mental, emotional, and physical health. Our workshops, led by a professional felt maker, yoga teachers, therapists, and other practitioners, provide a safe, inclusive space where participants can learn, share, and grow. Through this work, we aim to build confidence, foster community, and contribute to a brighter and fairer future. As a UK-based organisation, we are proud to be a Trademarked entity committed to positive change.

Our work strongly aligns with AWWF’s core values of empowerment, community focus, and respect. By inspiring and enabling teenage girls and individuals assigned female at birth, we champion gender equality and drive meaningful social change through education and support.

Impact and Reach The grant will support our Period Awareness and Wellbeing Workshops, a vital initiative designed to empower teenage girls, non-binary individuals, and transgender youth through education, creative expression, and holistic wellbeing practices. Our workshops will address the lack of menstrual health education, the stigma surrounding periods, and the need for sustainable self-care resources.

What Our Workshops Offer:

  • Menstrual Health Education: Essential knowledge on menstrual cycles, hygiene, and effective period management.
  • Creative Activities: Hands-on sessions with a professional felt maker where participants learn the art of needle felting and explore creative expression as empowerment.
  • Wellbeing Practices: Yoga, mindfulness, and mental health sessions conducted by qualified practitioners to build confidence and resilience.
  • Community Building: Safe, supportive spaces for participants to share experiences and foster lasting connections.

By integrating education, creativity, and holistic wellness, our workshops aim to improve knowledge, promote sustainable practices, and enhance emotional wellbeing, particularly in underserved communities.

We are incredibly grateful to Another Way Women Foundation for believing in our mission and supporting our efforts to create lasting change. Stay tuned for updates on our workshops and the impact of this generous grant!

Experience Community and Creativity at Felt a Fanny

When you think of the art of felt making, your first thoughts may drift towards the creation of warm scarves, adorable toys, or perhaps even intricate wall art. However, Stephanie Crechriou’s workshops in Brighton offer something far more profound—a transformative experience that goes beyond mere crafting to touch the realms of personal empowerment, mindfulness, and community bonding. Intrigued? Keep reading to discover how these workshops, amusingly coined as “Felt a Fanny,” are changing the way we perceive the art of felt making and the role it plays in modern-day self-expression and well-being.

The Woman Behind the Magic

Stephanie Crechriou is no ordinary artist; she’s an Impactivist, a term she uses to embody her role as a positive change-maker. A native of both France and Greece, she has called Brighton home for the last 18 years. Her journey in the world of felt-making started in 2012, but her workshops are not just about crafting; they are about impact.

Stephanie has a flair for integrating mindfulness, empowering her students to tap into their creativity confidently. Workshop attendees describe her as a welcoming, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable instructor. It’s hardly a surprise that her sessions often turn into platforms for open dialogue and laughter, allowing people to genuinely connect with each other.

More Than Just Crafting

The Felt a Fanny workshops are about celebrating feminine energy and the power of creativity. The sessions last for around two to two-and-a-half hours and are tailored to suit people of all skill levels. Attendees have the opportunity to make unique felt items, from keyrings to brooches, under Stephanie’s expert guidance.

To Stephanie, needle felting is not just a craft; it’s a form of therapy. And the numerous testimonies from her students corroborate this idea. Descriptions of their experiences range from “magical” to “mindful,” with many praising the workshops’ laid-back atmosphere and Stephanie’s approachable teaching style.

Testimonials and Impact

Participant feedback does more than just endorse Stephanie’s workshops; it paints a picture of their transformative power. From birthday parties to hen dos, her workshops have become an unforgettable part of people’s lives. One participant described the session as “a memorable experience for the whole group,” while another called it “fanny-tastic!”

With Stephanie’s workshops, you’re not just crafting; you’re building a community. Whether it’s gathering around the table to choose from an array of 80 colours of high-quality Merino wool or sharing stories and jokes, every moment is an opportunity for personal growth and connection.


The Sustainable Approach

Stephanie Crechriou doesn’t just teach art; she teaches responsible art. Mindful of the planet’s welfare, Stephanie ensures that her workshops use sustainable materials. She opts for the highest quality of Merino wool, which is renowned for its eco-friendly properties, ensuring that her students both create and learn responsibly.

A Fusion of Tradition and Modernity

What makes Stephanie’s workshops exceptionally captivating is her ability to blend traditional crafting techniques with modern sensibilities. She covers everything, from the history of needle felting to the safety protocols involved, creating a well-rounded educational experience. The result? An enriching workshop that goes beyond the conventional crafting class, offering participants a historical, ethical, and, most importantly, personal context to their creations.

A Tailored Experience

Stephanie prides herself on making her workshops as inclusive as possible. With participants ranging from native English speakers to those who are not fluent, she creates an environment where everyone feels welcomed. In one instance, a participant from South Korea felt reassured when Stephanie kindly informed her that she was also from France, bridging the gap between languages and cultures.

Lasting Impact

Stephanie’s workshops are more than a fleeting experience; they are a lasting memory. Many participants, whether they attend a hen party or a simple weekend class, go home with more than just a handmade item. They go home with the feeling of accomplishment, a new skill, and, most importantly, the joy derived from being part of a community that celebrates creativity and empowerment.

Stephanie Crechriou’s Felt a Fanny workshops are a tapestry of art, culture, empowerment, and community woven together by the threads of creativity and mindfulness. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or a complete novice, these workshops offer a unique avenue to explore your creative capabilities while also engaging in a communal celebration of self-expression. If you find yourself in Brighton, don’t miss this golden opportunity to be part of something truly transformative. Your journey towards empowerment, mindfulness, and community building starts here.

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