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             2 ways to have                                        West Swindon wellness day in May
             fun and help                                         The Swindon Therapy                                                                                   www.swindontowncentre.co.uk                               April 2012
                                                                  Centre  for  Multiple
             your local                                           Sclerosis  and  Swin-
                                                                  don Yoga & Massage
             MS Centre in                                         Centre  at  Bradbury                                                               Swindon is all set for                                                  For Business
                                                                  House  in  Westlea
             Jubilee June                                         are  joining  together                                                             spring fashion 2012                                                     For Shopping
                                                                  to  organise  the  first
                                                                  West  Swindon  well-                                                                                                                                       For Leisure
               MS CHALLENGE 2012: Saturday 23 June                ness  day  and  open
                                                                  weekend on Friday 4
                   Teams of 10 to 12 carry an MS passenger        and Saturday 5 May.  Wellness organisers, from left, Jackie Wray with              Banish those winter blues with our
               in a wheelchair across 10 miles of Brecon Beacons.   MS  Centre  man-  yoga teachers Gayle Fletcher and Frances Lewis                                                                                Inside
              An excellent team building exercise for companies,        ager Jackie Wray said: “There will  physio room, therapy rooms, kitchen      fashion guide this spring…
                       sport clubs, running groups etc.           be a whole range of attractions to  and social area.                                                                                               this edition...
                                                                  celebrate  what  we  jointly  offer  at   The Swindon Yoga and Massage
                                                                  Bradbury  House  which  has  now  Centre  opened  on  the  first  floor
            WALKLEY MIDNIGHT WALK: Saturday 16 June               been opened for two years. We are  of  Bradbury  House  in  Septem-
                Organised by Rotary Club of Swindon Thamesdown    celebrating MS Awareness Week in  ber  2011.  Frances  Lewis,  Gayle
                    An overnight walk across the Ridgeway,        early May and will be demonstrating  Fletcher, Bindu Massey and other
                     finishing at Bishopstone Village Hall        the wide range of therapies, support,  teachers will be offering yoga, re-
                                for breakfast                     advice and information for people  flexology  and  massage  taster
                                                                  with MS, other neurological condi-
                                                                                             sessions throughout the weekend,
                Last year £4,000 was raised which went towards    tions, or who have suffered a stroke.  as  well  as  talks,  demonstrations,
                        helping people cope with MS               We welcome families and carers for  and  children’s  activities.  There  is
                    and to remain physically independent          people of all ages, including children  no charge but donations welcome.                                                                           p2
                                                                                               Frances said: “We are dedicated
                                                                  with cerebral palsy, autism and brain
               For more information on how to join in and entry forms:            injuries,  who  could  benefit  from  to  health  and  harmony  and  have                                                           Calender of events
                [email protected] or call 01793 481700  oxygen therapy, physiotherapy and  created  a  peaceful  sanctuary  at
                                                                  complimentary therapies.”  Bradbury House.”
                   Swindon Therapy Centre for Multiple Sclerosis                           The open day is a chance to view   More details of the open weekend
                 Bradbury House, Westmead Drive, Swindon SN5 7ER  the  12  seater  oxygen  chamber,  will be publicised in the May Link.
                             Reg Charity No 1047353               state-of-the art spacious gym and  • Help the MS - see the advert left.                     The sun is shining, lambs are leaping and
                                                                                                                                                               weekend  newspaper  supplements  are
                        www.msswindon.org.uk                                                                                                                    offering tonnes of style advice - which
                                                                                                                                                                can mean only one thing - it’s time for
                                                                  Discover an inner talent at Sparkle Dreams
                                                                                                                                                               spring fashion!
                                                                     Link magazine advertising manager Sue Roberts describes
             STUDLEY GRANGE BUTTERFLY WORLD                           a morning card making at Studley Grange Craft Village.      Colour!  There  are  two  colour  trends  to  use  this  spring  1-  Pale  and      p3
                         AND CRAFT VILLAGE                        For a non-creative person         to  create  a  3D  effect.  It   interesting and 2- Sunshine Brights. For pale shades steer clear of sickly          Get involved
                                                                  such as myself the idea
                                                                                                    was  finished  off  with  a
                                                                                                                                  - sweet colours and opt for icy alternatives, creamy neutrals, all done
                                                                  of  producing  anything           message  stamped  onto        up to give you a very feminine look.
                                                                  remotely artistic seemed          an ink distressed card.
                                                                  unlikely  as  I  entered            I  would  definitely  rec-  Orange is the colour that jumps out at the head of the line this spring.
                                                                  the workshop at Sparkle           ommend  giving  it  a  go     Let’s face it there is no other colour that can make as loud a fashion
                                                                  Dreams  to  learn  how  to        – you might surprise your-
                                                                  create a gift card.               self and find, as I did, that   statement as this. So need a new dress? Make it an orange one.
                                                                   However,  the  detailed  step-by-  you really do have an artistic side.
                                                                  step instructions given by Sparkle   Sparkle Dreams run classes for   Darling Buds! Print is still huge this season; think whimsical patterns.
                                                                  Dreams proprietor Solance Scholey  adults (beginners, intermediate and   From bird prints to deers, fruit, feathers, you name it. Tops with
                                                                  meant I was able to come away with  advanced) and children using many   whimsical prints are massive! You will see everything from blouses
                                                                  something to be proud of.  different techniques and themes.     to dresses all sporting whimsical prints.  Join our Pyjama Party!                   p4
                                                                   The class of nine were all given   Sparkle Dreams children’s Easter   We particularly like the flowing pyjama look that’s in - seductive,
                                                                  the basic materials needed to create   classes, 10.30am to12noon, on:  sensual and far too stylish to keep in the bedroom. Pyjamas present             Competition
                                                                  the card and were shown the various   Tuesday 3 April: Easter basket with   an alluring new evening wear option for spring - after all girls we don’t
                                                                  methods  involved  like  distressing   chocolate treats;        need an excuse to stay in our jammies all day!
                                                                  and  inking  edges  before  building
                                                                  up layers, and making flowers with   Wednesday  4th:  Easter  card  for
                                                                  a gem in the centre – a rather fid-  someone special;           Pick a Peplum! Yes that’s right girls, fashion’s gaze is firmly resting on the
                                                                  dly process, but with an effective  Thursday 5th: Scrapbooking on the   waist, so we suggest picking up a peplum. There’s no better way to dress your
             Visit Butterfly World and experience the   Admission Charges:                   theme of ‘Me and My Friends.’ Bring   waste and the peplum hems are ultra-flattering - a great alternative to the pencil
             tropics in Wiltshire, rain or shine, summer   A £4.95  C £4.45   end result.
                                                                   Pictures of cupcakes had been  a photo of yourself and your friends;
             or winter. Enjoy a truly magical experience   S £4.45  F £16.50 (2+2)                                                skirt we say.
             as you walk amongst hundreds of the                  printed  onto  white  card  using  a  Tuesday 10th: Name bunting;
             world’s most beautiful butterflies flying   Opening Times:  special kind of ink which does not   Wednesday 11th: Concertina book;  Fierce footwear! Feet need a rest this spring so kitten heels are the way to go.
             around a tropical paradise of plants and   Summer 2012:   run or smudge when coloured over.   Thursday 12th: Scrapbooking on   They’re feminine, classic, and tre-comfortable.
             fish filled pools. Then visit our otters,   daily 10am-6pm  We used Copic pens of our choice   the theme of ‘Things I love.’ Bring
             goats, meerkats, guinea pigs and loads   Winter 2012:   in the same colour range – these   a picture of something you love.  Accessory Trends! Belt bags are one of the great big trends. However,
             more farmyard favourites in our outdoor   daily 10am-4pm  are special pens which allow you to                        we’re not talking ‘fanny packs’. Stick to the new small square flat belt bags
             Animal Paddock. Craft Village offers a huge          blend colours seamlessly, giving a   All classes £8 or 3 for £20. Book
             range of beautiful and interesting gifts,   Hay Lane, Wroughton  very professional finish.  by  calling  01793  979101  or  mail:   - they’re so cute, and less weight to carry on that shoulder - plus make sure
             many of which are skilfully handcrafted on   Swindon SN4 9QT  All  the  elements,  including  a   [email protected]  they’re in a pastel colour.
             site. Follow brown tourist signs from J16 of   Tel: 01793 852400  piece of lace, were then attached  • See the advert left for other attrac-
             M4 motorway towards Wroughton.  www.studleygrange.co.uk  to the card using a special glue and  tions  at  Studley  Grange  Butterfly   All the latest news and events on www.swindontowncentre.co.uk                          1
                                                                  foam pads for the other elements  World and Craft Village.




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