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What's On
Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill, get crafty with your little ones or have some fun creating memories with your friends, we have workshops and events to suit everyone. Check back here regularly to see what events and workshops we have on in the shop.
Click on each image to read more about the event.
Wax and Whimsy Christmas Candle Making Workshop
Friday 5th December - 6pm - 7.30pm
Create two beautiful candles to celebrate the Christmas season. £40 per person.
Create two beautiful candles to celebrate the Christmas season. £40 per person.
Bracken and Bloom Christmas Wreath Workshop
Thursday 27th November 7pm - 9pm
Bubbles on arrival, sustainable Christmas Wreath Making. £55 per person. Limited availability, call 07595729101 or email bracken_and_bloom@outlook.com
Bubbles on arrival, sustainable Christmas Wreath Making. £55 per person. Limited availability, call 07595729101 or email bracken_and_bloom@outlook.com
Kids Half Term Workshops
Sunday 19th October - Saturday 1st October. Starting from £8. Rickus Ra is back for half term holiday crafting fun. Pick from 5 workshops to keep the kids entertained this Autumn. Head to www.rickusra.com/workshops for a full list and to book.
Candle Workshop Friday 15th August
Create, Relax, and Take Home Something Beautiful.
What You’ll Get:
✔ Step-by-step guidance
✔ A curated selection of premium scents
✔ Your own beautifully crafted candles to take home
✔ A relaxed, inspiring atmosphere—perfect for beginners!
Spaces are limited, so book your spot now and let your creativity glow.
DM on instagram or go to waxwhimsycandleco.co.uk to book
What You’ll Get:
✔ Step-by-step guidance
✔ A curated selection of premium scents
✔ Your own beautifully crafted candles to take home
✔ A relaxed, inspiring atmosphere—perfect for beginners!
Spaces are limited, so book your spot now and let your creativity glow.
DM on instagram or go to waxwhimsycandleco.co.uk to book
Kids Summer Workshops
Rickus Ra is back for the holidays and all the crafting fun. Pick from 9 workshops to keep the kids entertained this Summer. Head to www.rickusra.com/workshops for a full list and to book.
Whitstable Carnival Saturday 2nd August
It's that time of year again and we're bringing back our pre party. Come and celebrate from 10am until carnival and then pop in after for some later shopping with a drink. The bar will be open from midday and we are hosting a workshop to create giant sea themed necklaces all day long. Book a space for the workshop on the link below.
Summer Young Artist Competition 2025
Our Summer competition is back for all the young artists and designers out there. Draw us your scariest, funniest, best monster. The winner will have their design made in to real life. Entries must be brought back to the shop by 4pm Sunday 3rd August. From 7th - 10th August, 10 favourites will be put to the public vote and the winner announced on Monday 11th August. The monster will be a part of a special window display end of August and then ready to go home first week of September. Click the link to get the worksheet to download and print.
Easter Trail 2025
Follow the trail up and down the high street and collect a free treat at the We Sell by the Sea shop. Collect a printed sheet from the shop or download the map when you click on this image. To win prizes, collect the letters and unscramble the word, then give your entry and contact details to us at the shop.
Kids Easter Workshop: Easter Bunny Jar
Date: Friday 18th April
Paint a little bunny and create a home to decorate with flowers, ribbon, foam decorations and moss and maybe some treats too.
Time: 10.30am
Price: £10
Book tickets at the Rickus Ra shop or online.
Paint a little bunny and create a home to decorate with flowers, ribbon, foam decorations and moss and maybe some treats too.
Time: 10.30am
Price: £10
Book tickets at the Rickus Ra shop or online.
Kids Easter Workshop: Funky Chicken Hanging Decoration
Date: Thursday 17th April
Make a cute easter egg shaped decoration with beads and flowers.
Time: 10.30am
Price: £5
Book tickets at the Rickus Ra shop or online.
Make a cute easter egg shaped decoration with beads and flowers.
Time: 10.30am
Price: £5
Book tickets at the Rickus Ra shop or online.
Easter Kids Crystal Workshop
Date: Tuesday 15th April
Dig up crystals, learn where they are from and how they are used. Go home with crystals, including an Easter present, a keychain and 'colour in' information cards.
Time: 10.40am
Price: £25
Suitable for ages 6 - 13
To book a ticket, please visit: www.rickusra.com/workshops
Dig up crystals, learn where they are from and how they are used. Go home with crystals, including an Easter present, a keychain and 'colour in' information cards.
Time: 10.40am
Price: £25
Suitable for ages 6 - 13
To book a ticket, please visit: www.rickusra.com/workshops
Kids Easter Workshop: Bunny in a pot
Date: Friday 11th April
Decorate a plant pot and fill it with carrots, treats and a cheeky bunny.
Time: 10.30am
Price: £10
Book tickets at the Rickus Ra shop or online.
Decorate a plant pot and fill it with carrots, treats and a cheeky bunny.
Time: 10.30am
Price: £10
Book tickets at the Rickus Ra shop or online.
Kids Easter Workshop: Cut n Paint Craft Rolls
Date: Thursday 10th April
Cut and paint craft rolls to look like bunnies and flowers.
Time: 10.30am
Price: £5
Book tickets at the Rickus Ra shop or online.
Cut and paint craft rolls to look like bunnies and flowers.
Time: 10.30am
Price: £5
Book tickets at the Rickus Ra shop or online.
Spring Candle Making Workshop by Wax & Whimsy Candle Company
Date: Saturday 29th March
Price: £40
Time: 6pm - 7.30pm
To book a ticket please email: waxwhimsycandleco@gmail.com
or message on Instagram
Price: £40
Time: 6pm - 7.30pm
To book a ticket please email: waxwhimsycandleco@gmail.com
or message on Instagram
She Sells by the Sea presents Bargain Boot Fair
Date: Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th March
Time: 10am - 5pm
To book a spot, please email; shesellsbythesea@outlook.com or visit Prelove and Reloved's section in the shop.
Time: 10am - 5pm
To book a spot, please email; shesellsbythesea@outlook.com or visit Prelove and Reloved's section in the shop.
PAST EVENT - Galentines/Valentines Workshop: Candle Painting
Date: Thursday 13th February
Whether you celebrate Galentines or Valentines, spending time with a loved one is always a good idea. Why not grab a friend, your partner or your mum and have a crafty evening together. Design and paint two dinner candles with the theme of Love, along with a glass of fizz or non alcoholic cordial on arrival.
Cost: £25 a ticket
Times: 7pm - 9pm
To book a ticket, please visit: www.rickusra.com/workshops
Whether you celebrate Galentines or Valentines, spending time with a loved one is always a good idea. Why not grab a friend, your partner or your mum and have a crafty evening together. Design and paint two dinner candles with the theme of Love, along with a glass of fizz or non alcoholic cordial on arrival.
Cost: £25 a ticket
Times: 7pm - 9pm
To book a ticket, please visit: www.rickusra.com/workshops
PAST EVENT -
Chinese New Year 2025 Workshop
Date: Sunday 2nd February
It's Chinese Year of the snake for 2025.
Create a colourful paper chain snake. Learn about the story of the legendary animals of Chinese New Year that make up the 12 year cycle and discover which animal year you fall under. Take your snake home with an info sheet and a fortune cookie!
Cost: £8
Time: 10am and 11am sessions
To book a ticket please visit: www.rickusra.com/workshops
It's Chinese Year of the snake for 2025.
Create a colourful paper chain snake. Learn about the story of the legendary animals of Chinese New Year that make up the 12 year cycle and discover which animal year you fall under. Take your snake home with an info sheet and a fortune cookie!
Cost: £8
Time: 10am and 11am sessions
To book a ticket please visit: www.rickusra.com/workshops
PAST EVENT - Visionboard Workshop
Date: Friday 31st January
Time: 10am - 12pm
Email ljd.coachingandart@gmail.com
Time: 10am - 12pm
Email ljd.coachingandart@gmail.com
PAST EVENT - Christmas Special: Kids Crystal Workshop
Date: Sunday 15th December
Dig up crystals, learn where they are from and how they are used. Go home with crystals, a necklace and 'colour in' information cards. £25 a ticket.
Time: 9.30am
To book a ticket, please visit:
www.rickusra.com/workshops
Dig up crystals, learn where they are from and how they are used. Go home with crystals, a necklace and 'colour in' information cards. £25 a ticket.
Time: 9.30am
To book a ticket, please visit:
www.rickusra.com/workshops
PAST EVENT - Festive Crown Workshop
Date: Saturday 14th December
Come and choose your own cotton crown and decorate with sparkles, ribbons and gems.
£25 a ticket
Time: 10am - 11am
Pre book tickets: www.instagram.com/itsthekidswhitstable
Come and choose your own cotton crown and decorate with sparkles, ribbons and gems.
£25 a ticket
Time: 10am - 11am
Pre book tickets: www.instagram.com/itsthekidswhitstable
PAST EVENT - One Year Anniversary Party!
Date: Saturday 30th November
Come down to the shop and join us for a drink to toast one year of the shop being open. There will be food and drink available to buy, a fun activity for the kids to keep them occupied for a few minutes whilst you shop.
Time: 5pm - 8pm
Come down to the shop and join us for a drink to toast one year of the shop being open. There will be food and drink available to buy, a fun activity for the kids to keep them occupied for a few minutes whilst you shop.
Time: 5pm - 8pm
PAST EVENT - She Sells by the Sea SWAP SHOP
Date: Thursday 7th November
A fabulous, fun and sustainable event where you'll be treated to DJ's finest tines, drink on arrival and a chance to shop sustainably by swapping five items of clothing.
Time: 7pm - 10.30pm
To buy a ticket, please email; shesellsbythesea@outlook.com or visit Prelove and Reloved's section in the shop.
A fabulous, fun and sustainable event where you'll be treated to DJ's finest tines, drink on arrival and a chance to shop sustainably by swapping five items of clothing.
Time: 7pm - 10.30pm
To buy a ticket, please email; shesellsbythesea@outlook.com or visit Prelove and Reloved's section in the shop.
PAST EVENT - Day of the Dead Mask Making
Date: Saturday 2nd November
Create your own day of the dead mask with colouring pens and stick on gems and learn about this Mexican cultural event and how to make an ofrenda.
Price: £5
Time: Drop in the shop between 10am - 3pm.
Pre buy tickets at Rickus Ra or show up on the day to pay.
Create your own day of the dead mask with colouring pens and stick on gems and learn about this Mexican cultural event and how to make an ofrenda.
Price: £5
Time: Drop in the shop between 10am - 3pm.
Pre buy tickets at Rickus Ra or show up on the day to pay.
PAST EVENT - Halloween Craft Extravaganza
Date: Thursday 31st October
Come down to the shop for some arts and crafts inspired by the spooky season. Choose from crafts at £5 each or choose three for £12.
Time: Drop in the shop between 10am - 3pm.
Pre buy tickets at Rickus Ra or show up on the day to pay.
Come down to the shop for some arts and crafts inspired by the spooky season. Choose from crafts at £5 each or choose three for £12.
Time: Drop in the shop between 10am - 3pm.
Pre buy tickets at Rickus Ra or show up on the day to pay.
PAST EVENT - Halloween Cookie Painting Workshop
Date: Wednesday 30th October
Bring your little ones in their favourite Halloween dress up and enjoy decorating their spooky themed cookies, get their face painted and head home with their very own personalised trick or treat tote bag.
Time: 10am - 12pm
To book a ticket, please email foragers.nutterbutters@gmail.com
Bring your little ones in their favourite Halloween dress up and enjoy decorating their spooky themed cookies, get their face painted and head home with their very own personalised trick or treat tote bag.
Time: 10am - 12pm
To book a ticket, please email foragers.nutterbutters@gmail.com
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