For young carers, projects like inspired:arts offer more than the chance to try a new artform. They provide time away from caring responsibilities, opportunities to connect with peers and the freedom to express themselves. Funded by @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk

Young carers from Hammersmith & Fulham put their creativity on display, through animation, dance, performance and puppet-making! ✨ https://f.mtr.cool/wzkrjcvbmn Funded by John Lyon's Charity, in partnership with @hfcouncil.bsky.social .

The good news? Creativity isn't something you're born with - it's something you make time for. 🎨  At Create, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the life-enhancing power of the creative arts.🎉 So, what's stopping you? 🌟

🎨 At our recent art:links project at Lorenco House in Haringey, older adults explored visual arts through painting, drawing and even mask making, discovering new techniques, expressing themselves and enjoying the simple pleasure of creating together. Funded by The Headley Trust.

We were shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Hayley Granston, who contributed so much to Create over many years. Hayley gave so generously of her time, experience and energy to support Create’s mission and will be deeply missed. https://f.mtr.cool/kxvlrmsssv

Every story deserves to be told. 📚✨ As part of the #NationalYearOfReading, at our recent our:stories project in Hillingdon, SEND primary school children explored the joy of storytelling. Funded by St Paul's Schools Foundation (via @MercersScholars ).

🎨Carers in Redbridge came together for a creative painting project, creating a collaborative artwork that reflected their individuality while enjoying the chance to connect with others. Funded by Johnston Nijman Foundation and White Stuff.

🎨🌟 Throughout Create Week, people of all ages and backgrounds embraced the invitation to get creative, sharing artwork that was thoughtful, imaginative and deeply personal. Every creation was a reminder that there is no single way to be creative. #CreateWeek

We're delighted to be shortlisted for three national awards! 🎉 Children & Young People Now  🏆 Arts & Culture Award 🏆 SEND Award Charity Times 🏆 Charity Collaboration of the Year (with John Lyon's Charity) https://f.mtr.cool/apqtvurhrd

🫂 Today is #SamaritansAwarenessDay This artwork was created during a recent creative:tandem project, where young people living in inpatient mental health units explored photography, animation and cyanotype printmaking. Funded by The Simon Rivett-Carnac Trust.

🎥 At our recent creative:voices project in Manchester, carers explored a new way of expressing themselves through drama. Working as a group, the participants created a new script, acted and directed their very own film. Funded by Johnston Nijman Foundation & White Stuff

Earlier this year, we delivered our first project in partnership with Think Ahead Stroke, working with people who have experienced a stroke alongside their carers. Participants explored painting in a welcoming, supportive environment. Funded by Johnston Nijman Foundation and White Stuff.

Our latest blog explores the impact of Create's work across the North West and shares how creativity is helping young carers build confidence, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing. Thank you to Garfield Weston Foundation. https://f.mtr.cool/yguziuaczf

🧠 Studies show that people who are lonely are twice as likely to suffer from depression.  🎨That where Create comes in. art:links is our programme tackling loneliness and isolation in older adults through the arts. Funded by The Headley Trust.

Deadline this Monday 20 July to apply to be our new Head of Development (Grants & Major Gifts) We're looking for an ambitious and strategic fundraising leader to join Create's Senior Leadership Team and help drive the next chapter of our growth. https://f.mtr.cool/rqrkyjuell

📢 We're hiring! Join Create as our Head of Development (Grants & Major Gifts) and help grow the funding that empowers lives, reduces isolation and enhances wellbeing through the creative arts. 📅 DEADLINE: Monday 20 July https://f.mtr.cool/cwrocroutl

Imagination took centre stage at our recent our:voices project in Rochdale. 🎨✨ Children in care explored visual arts through storytelling, drawing and sculpture, bringing original characters and ideas to life in wonderfully creative ways. Funded by Network for Social Change

Our recent art:links mosaics project in Westminster brought together older adults to explore creativity, build confidence and connect through the shared experience of making art. 🎨 Funded by The Headley Trust and the Worshipful Company of Coopers. #CreativeHealth #ArtsForWellbeing

❤️ During #CreateWeek, we celebrated with style at our More Creative dance showcase. Adults with learning disabilities from Bede House and local schoolchildren came together to celebrate everything they had created throughout the project. Funded by Southwark Council Neighbourhoods Fund

💛 Thank you for being part of #CreateWeek 2026! 💛 ✨ We'll be sharing some of our favourite moments from the week over the coming days - and we'd love to include yours - share your creations with us at communications@createarts.org.uk

🎨 It's the final day of Create Week, but there's still time to get involved! Today's spotlight is Flower Origami, a relaxing paper-folding activity that transforms simple materials into beautiful blooms. 📥 Download all 7 activities https://f.mtr.cool/namajonabo

🎨 Sometimes the value of creativity is just having an hour where your brain gets to be somewhere else. #CreateWeek

Creativity helps us express ourselves, connect with others and imagine new possibilities. Yet many people don't see themselves as creative. That's one of the reasons #CreateWeek exists: to remind people that creativity is for everyone. Find out more at createweek.org

🎨 So many people stop creating because they think they’re “bad at art”. Imagine if we stopped deciding that so early. #CreateWeek

✍️ DAY 6 OF #CREATEWEEK  Today we're spotlighting "Who Said That"? We thought we'd write something thoughtful... Instead, we ended up writing a comedy! That's the joy of today's activity - you never know where it will lead. 📥 https://f.mtr.cool/icmfyvlaqj

🎨 DAY 5 OF #CREATEWEEK Today's spotlight is Pop-Up Bouquets, a joyful paper craft activity that results in a beautiful handmade bouquet. 📥 All 7 activities are available now at https://f.mtr.cool/azydhzeklp - choose whichever inspires you most. #PaperCraft

At Create, we see the impact of creativity every day. This #CreateWeek, we're celebrating the power of creativity and making it easier than ever to get involved. Download the free activities: https://f.mtr.cool/hpsnirnvio

🎨 DAY 4 #CREATEWEEK Today's spotlight is Drawing with Intention, an invitation to focus on the process rather than the outcome and reconnect with the joy of making marks on a page. 📥 All 7 activities are available now at https://f.mtr.cool/czdoeiyvrg

🎨 We're nearly halfway through #CreateWeek – a week-long celebration of creativity and wellbeing! We invite you to take some time for yourself, make something, and reflect on how you feel afterwards. ❤️ Download our 7 free creative activities at https://f.mtr.cool/xwphdumigd

🎨 DAY 3 OF #CREATEWEEK  Today's spotlight is Diorama Worlds, an opportunity to build a miniature world using simple materials and a big imagination. 📥 All 7 activities are available now at https://f.mtr.cool/aokgnwdifr