Molly Leonard

About

Molly Leonard is the 26-year-old founder of Craft With Me C.I.C., a community interest company delivering mindful craft workshops to support the mental well-being of children, young people, and adults.

Having battled anorexia from the age of 15, Molly spent much of her teenage and early adult years in and out of hospital. During this time, she began running craft sessions for fellow patients, using creativity as a tool to bring moments of light into difficult circumstances. This experience became the foundation for her business.

Since launching Craft With Me C.I.C., Molly has received national recognition, including the King’s Trust Young Achiever Award, a Pride of Britain Award, and the Welsh Regional Young Change Maker Award. She has delivered workshops and spoken at major events including the Pride of Britain Awards, The King’s Trust Walk The Talk, and a range of philanthropic events across Wales and England.

Key Topics

1. Turning Struggles into Strength: How six years in hospital with anorexia and depression shaped Molly’s resilience and purpose.

2. Mental Health Matters: Why asking for help and sharing your story can break stigma and create change.

3. Crafting for Well-being: How creativity became a life-saving coping tool—and how mindful craft can support recovery and confidence.

4. Redefining Success: Letting go of societal pressures and finding happiness through purpose-driven work.

5. From Survivor to Supporter: How Molly built Craft With Me C.I.C. to support others, creating a ripple effect of empowerment.

6. Power of Community: What working with neurodiverse groups and mental health teams taught her about connection and empathy.

7. The Impact of Speaking Up: Using her voice as a Young Ambassador and Pride of Britain Award winner to inspire others and drive change.

   
   

Review

"Molly's work is incredibly important for so many people going through struggles, what an inspiring story."