ETCH

07/10/2026

FREE novel writing course! Apply with a 2 page synopsis by the 7th Dec....all details below 👇

Free novel writing course. Creative workshops, mentoring and advice from agents, helping you to write the first draft of a novel.

05/10/2026

What scares you in business?

Is it the endless cashflow worries?
The terrifyingly tight deadlines?
Chasing invoices that seem to have vanished into the darkness?

This October, we’re bringing those business fears out into the open and having a good old chat about the things that keep us awake at night.

And where better to do it than The Poison Lounge in Darlington? 🖤

Join us on Friday 9th October and let’s dig out the skeletons in the closet, share a few horror stories, and hopefully discover that we’re not the only ones winging it!

Come along and let’s talk about the scary side of running a creative business.

What’s your biggest business fear? 👻

02/10/2026

We are heading to Darlington on Fri, 9th Oct.

Join us for creative networking! We have a new venue ...Poison Lounge....we are looking forward to seeing you there!

LOADS of stuff is happening across the Tees Valley...come along to find out more!!!

29/09/2026

Have you been over to the ETCH website recently? It has events, funding and the ETCH membership!
Head on over...go on...Kit Caboodle will see you there! 💛💜💚🩷

23/09/2026

Dates for October!!

23/09/2026

Gosh...so much is going on with ETCH!!! We have some exciting opportunities for you to join in with!

Don't forget to join the ETCH membership to access ALL of the events we have lined up for you! For only £20..FOR THE YEAR...you would be bonkers to miss out!

* The monthly micro grant opens on the 1st October..no complicated application forms just let us know what you need to solve any business barriers...easy peasy!

* Accountability group starting on the 5th Oct. 4 sessions to help you achieve your goals. You MUST be able to make all 4 sessions ( 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th Oct)

* Regular ETCH meet up in Darlington at a new venue! Networking for creatives on the 9th Oct (am)

* Don't just hear about email marketing...actually set one up! You will leave with your Mailerlite all ready in action! This is on the 9th Oct (pm)

Oh yeah, and members..don't forget your goody bag awaits!!!!

Head over to the Website to book!
https://www.etchevent.co.uk/

Enterprise Made Simple

21/09/2026

Did you know that ETCH offers a monthly micro grant?

Every month you can apply for upto £200 to help towards your business. This can be used for equipment, travel or advertising.

Join the ETCH membership to be able to apply!!! Head over to the website and sign up:

https://www.etchevent.co.uk/about-1

07/09/2026

Loftus Studios !

Join us on Wed, 9th Sept (10am - 11.30am) for the ETCH meet up! ETCH is a relaxed networking opportunity for creatives. It is designed to:
Combat isolation
Expand connections
Access business support for your practice
Industry updates ( funding/workspace/dates for your diary)
Above all...to motivate and inspire!
FREE to attend and refreshments provided! Come along and be part of the growing network! Book your ticket in the comments below!

04/09/2026

ETCH dates are here!!! Pencil them into your diary so you don't miss out!

ETCH covers the Tees Valley making meet ups accessible for everyone! Each venue is selected carefulley ensuring that they are easy to find, transport and parking available.

We also deliver on different days of the week, again making sure that everyone can find one that they can attend.

Things that NEVER change are:
* FREE to attend
* Always start at 10am and finish at 11.30am
* A welcoming and friendly atmosphere that you will find at every meet up.

We look forward to seeing you all soon!

Sign up for the Loftus meet up below!

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