CreativeThursdays NHS Rainbow Art - Feature Image

#CreativeThursdays: NHS Rainbow Art.

As we take our daily walks, we notice the hundreds of rainbows that now adorn the pavements, walls, shop shutters and windows of our streets and houses around the UK. We’ve spotted road markings and even a train or two.

CreativeThursdays NHS Rainbow Art - Road MarkingsCreativeThursdays NHS Shop FrontCreativeThursdays NHS Rainbow Art - Rainbow Train

For this week’s #AtHomeWithHost #CraftyThursday we thought we’d share a few ways to get creative with rainbows and show your support at home.


Paper Chain Wall Hanging.

CreativeThursdays NHS Rainbow Art - Paper Chain Rainbow Wall Hanging

With a few supplies you can create your own wall hanging like the one above, all the supplies you can find easily online so you can create without making any unnecessary journeys.

For the full low down see: prettylifegirls.com


Cross Stitch Rainbow.

CreativeThursdays NHS Rainbow Art - Stay Safe Rainbow Cross Stich

Want to learn a new skill during lockdown? Well how about learning the art of cross stitch? LucieHeaton.com have supplied a free pattern on their website and Cross Stitch start kits can easily be ordered online.


Homemade Pillow.

CreativeThursdays - Pillow

If you’re feeling really creative, how about creating your own pillow? This step by step guide will show you all the steps to create you own rainbow pillow.


How are you showing your support for the NHS? Let us know on our socials, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Just tag us @HostStudentsUK #AtHomeWithHost.

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