BLACKBURN Market is hosting a half-term week of free hi-tech workshops for children in partnership with the town's Making Rooms starting today (MON).

The “Make it on the Market” event start today with electronic Code and Play sessions.

Tomorrow sees a sticker design workshop and on Wednesday young people can create their own cards using laser-cut letters and shapes.

Thursday will see children designing and sewing their own decorative bunting; Friday's workshop involves creating laser-cut bedroom signs; and Saturday offers retro pixel art fun with designing necklaces and keyrings,