The Thistles shopping centre in Stirling has announced the signing of Coorie Creative, a social enterprise which uses the art of weaving to support those who have experienced trauma.
Opening on Saturday 21st August and led by Mairi Breslin, a former trauma psychologist, Coorie Creative runs free workshops crafting blankets, scarves and throws alongside its commercial shop where people can buy a range of yarns and equipment for knitting, crochet and weaving.
Located in the Marches entrance of the centre, next to the Stirling train and bus station, Coorie Creative is a fully accessible and inclusive venue catering to everyone.
Mairi Breslin, founder of Coorie Creative, said: “We are thrilled to be setting up home in Thistles and our new space provides an ideal spot to allow people to discover weaving and the numerous benefits that come alongside the craft. Being situated right next to public transport with fully accessible entrances, Thistles is an ideal place for us to set up shop and get to work.
“After the challenges of the past 18 months and hosting our workshops over zoom, we’re excited to return to what we do best, running our in-person workshops offering people from Stirling and beyond the chance to come along, relax, and learn a new skill.”
Gary Turnbull, centre director at Thistles, said: “We are delighted to welcome Coorie Creative to the centre and are excited to see what the future holds and how this exciting addition will help those in Stirling and the surrounding area.”
