Art Workshop: Pom-Pom Spiders at Epping Forest District Museum 2026
Creative Half-Term Crafting in Waltham Abbey
Celebrate the spooky season with hands-on creativity at the Art Workshop: Pom-Pom Spiders, taking place at Epping Forest District Museum on Tuesday 27 October 2026. Starting at 10:30 AM, this engaging family-friendly session invites children to turn simple balls of colourful wool into wonderfully tactile, eight-legged Halloween arachnids.
What to Expect at the Workshop
Designed especially for young makers during the autumn school holidays, the workshop guides participants through the craft of pom-pom making. Children will wind, tie, and snip cosy yarn before customising their creations with fuzzy pipe-cleaner legs, comical googly eyes, and quirky embellishments. Whether aiming for cute and colourful or delightfully eerie, each child will create their own unique spider to take home and hang up as a seasonal decoration.
All necessary materials are provided, and friendly museum staff will be on hand throughout the morning to offer guidance, assist with scissor work, and inspire young imaginations. The relaxed atmosphere makes it an ideal creative outing for budding artists and crafty youngsters alike.
Event Details and Schedule
- Date: Tuesday 27 October 2026
- Time: 10:30 AM
- Location: Epping Forest District Museum, 39–41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL
- Activity: Making and decorating woollen pom-pom spiders
- Audience: Families with primary-aged children
Visiting Epping Forest District Museum
Situated in the historic heart of Waltham Abbey, Epping Forest District Museum provides an inspiring backdrop for creative community activities. Families attending the workshop are encouraged to arrive a few minutes before the 10:30 AM start time. After completing your creepy-crawly masterpieces, take time to explore the museum galleries, which showcase the fascinating cultural history, local stories, and heritage of the Epping Forest district.
