Looking for something creative to do in London this week? Blue Tit Portobello is teaming up with sustainable textile designer Lydia Bolton for an intimate scrunchie-making workshop, bringing together fashion, hair styling and upcycling for one crafty evening.
Taking place on Thursday 10 September, the event will give guests the chance to create their own bespoke scrunchie using a selection of deadstock and vintage fabrics, while picking up styling tips from the team at Blue Tit.
The workshop is also set to offer an exclusive first look at the upcoming Lydia Bolton x Blue Tit accessory collection, ahead of its official launch.
Create Your Own Bespoke Scrunchie
Rather than simply buying another accessory, guests will be able to get hands-on and make something completely their own.
The workshop will focus on giving unwanted and vintage textiles a new lease of life, reflecting Lydia Bolton’s wider approach to sustainable fashion. The designer is known for transforming unwanted and second-hand textiles into limited-edition fashion and accessories, while championing upcycling and creative approaches to tackling textile waste.
Guests can expect a selection of deadstock and vintage fabrics to choose from before creating a personalised scrunchie to take home.
For anyone interested in learning more about Bolton’s work, you can explore the designer’s official website.
Hair Styling Tips From Blue Tit
The evening isn’t just about getting crafty. Blue Tit’s Portobello team will also be on hand with hair styling tips, giving attendees some inspiration for how to wear their new accessory.
Located at 255 Portobello Road, Blue Tit Portobello is known for its creative approach to hair, offering everything from cuts and colour to specialist styling services. The salon also exclusively uses Oway, an organic and eco-conscious haircare brand.
The workshop provides a chance to experience the salon in a more relaxed and creative setting while meeting fellow fashion and beauty enthusiasts.
Get a First Look at the Lydia Bolton x Blue Tit Collection
Adding to the evening, attendees will get a first peek at the new Lydia Bolton x Blue Tit accessory collection before it officially drops.
The collaboration feels like a natural fit, bringing together Blue Tit’s playful approach to hair and beauty with Bolton’s focus on reworking existing textiles rather than relying on new materials.
Bolton’s brand operates through limited-edition drops, with pieces often made from unwanted or second-hand textiles.
Blue Tit x Lydia Bolton Scrunchie Workshop: Everything You Need to Know
Date: Thursday 10 September 2026
Time: 6:30pm–8:30pm
Location: Blue Tit Portobello, 255 Portobello Road, London, W11 1LR
Tickets: £50 per person
What to expect: Make-your-own scrunchie workshop, deadstock and vintage fabrics, hair styling tips and an exclusive preview of the new accessory collection.
With sustainable fashion, DIY creativity and hair styling all rolled into one evening, this could be a fun alternative to the usual Thursday night plans.
For more information about the venue, visit Blue Tit Portobello.
