Making Space (LGBTQ+ Edition)

A clearly stated welcoming environment

Making Space (LGBTQ+ Edition) is a monthly community programme offering a calm, welcoming environment specifically for LGBTQ+ participants.

The session follows the same structure and principles as Making Space, while providing a clearly stated context intended to support comfort, ease, and a sense of belonging. It exists to offer choice, not separation, and sits equally alongside Making Space within the Smiddy’s community programme.

Making Space (LGBTQ+ Edition) is part of the Smiddy’s wider approach to community, care, and social wellbeing.

Our Community overview

  • Making Space (LGBTQ+ Edition) offers shared time to make in a supported environment, with simple, open-ended creative processes.

    Each session introduces a material or process that can be approached in different ways. Participants are free to engage at their own pace, whether that means making continuously, taking breaks, working quietly, or chatting with others.

    Materials, tools, and gentle facilitation are provided. Participation is always optional and self-directed.

  • This session is not a formal class.
    It is not skills training.
    It is not a discussion or support group.
    It is not outcome-focused.

    Clear boundaries help ensure the session remains low pressure and centred on creative time rather than expectation.

  • Making Space (LGBTQ+ Edition) is open to LGBTQ+ adults of all backgrounds and experience levels.

    It is suitable for people who:

    • Want to make in a clearly stated welcoming environment

    • Prefer low-pressure, open-ended creative activity

    • Are seeking shared space without obligation

    • Value clarity around inclusion

    There is no expectation to share personal information or participate in conversation unless you choose to.

Session structure

Making Space (LGBTQ+ Edition) runs once a month.

Each session:

  • Lasts approximately two hours

  • Includes all materials and tools

  • Is facilitated gently and clearly

  • Is standalone, with no requirement to attend regularly

Group sizes are kept small to maintain a calm and supportive atmosphere.

What to expect on the day

On arrival, you will be welcomed and shown the space.

The facilitator will introduce the materials or process and explain how the session will run. From there, you are free to take part in whatever way feels right for you.

You are welcome to:

  • Work quietly

  • Chat with others

  • Take breaks

  • Step out if needed

All of these are valid ways of taking part.

Relationship to Making Space

Making Space (LGBTQ+ Edition) sits alongside Making Space as part of the Smiddy’s community programme.

Both sessions are equal in structure and intent. This edition exists to offer choice and clarity, not hierarchy.

You are welcome to attend the session that feels most appropriate for you.

Making Space

Booking and availability

Upcoming Making Space sessions and availability can be viewed online.

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If you have questions before booking, you are welcome to get in touch.

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