In conversation with Stella Serpente of MadeOnceCreations

Leeds Living heard about Stella when she made Rolling Stones face masks for one of our contacts, and even a Mick Jagger dress for an event last year. We asked Gemma Bridge to find out more. Where did MadeOnceCreations begin?  Stella’s family, who kept clothes shops, encouraged her to be creative. It was in these […]

Chow Down – Food, Drinks and DJs

After a busy week of work, the thought of eating, drinking and listening to music with a friend sounded perfect. So, when I was given the opportunity to go to Chow Down, a socially distanced, open air, drink and dining event, I jumped at the chance.  I took my friend to Chow Down on Friday […]

FoodWise Launches #VegRocksRainbow challenge

FoodWise Leeds has launched the #VegRocksRainbow challenge as part of the Healthy Holidays programme. This campaign aims to encourage families to eat more fruit and vegetables in a fun way. Get involved with the challenge and eat the rainbow to boost your health as well as be in with the chance to win prizes.  Why […]

DIY Workshop Day

Last weekend, I had the opportunity to attend a full day ‘Makers at The Mill’ creative workshop at the incredible Sunny Bank Mill in Farsley. The workshop, which was hosted by Sami from Just Lovett Design, gave me the opportunity to be creative with wood and to use power tools, both of which were things […]

Simon on The Streets – A First Virtual Networking Event

The pandemic has been tough for us all, but for the homeless community and those who are vulnerable in our region, it has led to more uncertainty than ever.  Simon on the Streets is an independent charity based in West Yorkshire that delivers outreach to the homeless and those who are vulnerable in Leeds and […]