We are going to be in slow mode for the next few weeks, as we are going on holidays. But have no fear, it will be as fibre orientated as we can possibly make it!
We will be scouting new places to visit, new suppliers, and hopefully have lots of shiny photographs to coincide with it...As mobile broadband in Ireland is well, still a thing to dream about, we will be a bit slower on the updates, and the replies.
Apologies in advance...
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
The Wool Initiative
The Wool Initiative was established in 2001 by a group of Rare Sheep Breeders in Northern Ireland. Their aims are to exploit the unique qualities of the fleeces produced by the diverse breeds of sheep listed as endangered by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust.
They stock the following:
Fleeces are supplied as washed or unwashed, in packs of 50gm. 100gm. or by kilo. A variety from most Rare and Traditional sheep breeds, of natural colours and the wide range of wool characteristics (staple length, fineness, lustre, crimp etc.) for use by spinners, felters, weavers and many other craftspeople.
Yarns are available from the following breeds - Whitefaced Woodland. Dorset Down, Southdown, Portland, Kerry Hill, Shetland (White), Shetland ( grey), Shetland (dark moorit), Shetland (fawn), Jacob, Oxford Down, Shropshire, Galway, Teeswater, Wensleydale, Leicester Longwool.
Custom-dyed yarn - Any of our yarns may be custom-dyed to suit your special requirements.
DRUMLIN Weaver's Yarn - supplied oiled-on-cone
Double Knitting 50gm balls, Natural and Dyed and fine Weavers Yarn
For information on the Wool Initiative, the sheep breeds or to order, visit their website www.woolinitiative.com
They attend the Rare Breeds Survival Trust Annual Show and Sale at Gosford Forest Park, Co. Antrim on 5th September.
They stock the following:
Fleeces are supplied as washed or unwashed, in packs of 50gm. 100gm. or by kilo. A variety from most Rare and Traditional sheep breeds, of natural colours and the wide range of wool characteristics (staple length, fineness, lustre, crimp etc.) for use by spinners, felters, weavers and many other craftspeople.
Yarns are available from the following breeds - Whitefaced Woodland. Dorset Down, Southdown, Portland, Kerry Hill, Shetland (White), Shetland ( grey), Shetland (dark moorit), Shetland (fawn), Jacob, Oxford Down, Shropshire, Galway, Teeswater, Wensleydale, Leicester Longwool.
Custom-dyed yarn - Any of our yarns may be custom-dyed to suit your special requirements.
DRUMLIN Weaver's Yarn - supplied oiled-on-cone
Double Knitting 50gm balls, Natural and Dyed and fine Weavers Yarn
For information on the Wool Initiative, the sheep breeds or to order, visit their website www.woolinitiative.com
They attend the Rare Breeds Survival Trust Annual Show and Sale at Gosford Forest Park, Co. Antrim on 5th September.
Galway Fashion Revolution
Get ready for a night of High Fashion, incredible music and some serious rockin’!! Fashion For Freedom:A Life Doesn’t Have a Price Tag will be a fashion “rocks” style show combining Ireland’s hottest fashion with a rockin’ show. Throughout the evening, attendees will be treated to a private concert by Coffey Anderson, as well as a professional dance exhibition by Criscilla Crossland and a handful of Hollywood’s most successful Hip Hop Dancers.
General Admission: €40
Includes: reception, fashion exhibits, entry into a raffle, general seating
VIP Admission: €50
Includes reception, fashion exhibits, entry into raffle, guaranteed 1st row seating
Radisson SAS,
Lough Atalia Road
Galway
T: 091 538300
W: www.radissonhotelgalway.com
100% of Proceeds go to Free for Life
July 22, 2009 at Radisson SAS Hotel, Galway
For more information, check out www.galwayfashionrevolution.com
Exhibits open: 7.00pm
Reception: 7.30pm
Show: 8.00pm
For more information, check out www.galwayfashionrevolution.com
Exhibits open: 7.00pm
Reception: 7.30pm
Show: 8.00pm
General Admission: €40
Includes: reception, fashion exhibits, entry into a raffle, general seating
VIP Admission: €50
Includes reception, fashion exhibits, entry into raffle, guaranteed 1st row seating
Radisson SAS,
Lough Atalia Road
Galway
T: 091 538300
W: www.radissonhotelgalway.com
100% of Proceeds go to Free for Life
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Bead Makers Retreat, Co. Mayo
PRACTICE, LEARN, SHARE: organised by EOM Workshops, Mulranny, Co. Mayo
Beadmakers of all levels welcome – must have previous experience on the torch as this is not a class, but an opportunity to practise, learn and share techniques while on retreat. Equipment, basic glass colours and supplies included, along with full accommodation, private rooms and meals at the EOM residence.
Our goal is to foster an environment of uninterrupted time to develop beadmaking skills, share demonstrations of different techniques, and work in a stimulating atmosphere of growing the art-form in Ireland.
Tools and equipment supplied. Glass kit of clear, white, black, ivory, limited selection of opaque and transparent rods will be provided. Bring glass to trade for range of colours and any special colours you want to work with.
When:Fri Oct 9th (EVENING), Sat 10th & Sun 11th October 2009.
Studio: open at 9am, closes at 10 pm.
Where: EOM Studio
Cost: €320 for the weekend
This includes:
* Unlimited torch time, limited glass and supplies,
* Single room accommodation for 2 nights. Some sharing of bathrooms.
* Meals Friday eve thru Sunday: breakfast, lunch & dinner a cooperative endeavour. Food provided, preparation/clean up shared. Friday eve welcome meal if here by 7 pm.
EOM Workshops
Mulranny,
Westport,
Co Mayo
T:00 353 98 361920
M:00 353 87 207 1641
E:info@eomworkshops.com
W: www.eomworkshops.com
For reservations:
Cheryl: Cheryl@eomworkshops.com 087 207 1641.
Ruzica: rr01@eircom.net 087 314 359
If coming by train they will coordinate transport arrangements from Westport train station
Beadmakers of all levels welcome – must have previous experience on the torch as this is not a class, but an opportunity to practise, learn and share techniques while on retreat. Equipment, basic glass colours and supplies included, along with full accommodation, private rooms and meals at the EOM residence.
Our goal is to foster an environment of uninterrupted time to develop beadmaking skills, share demonstrations of different techniques, and work in a stimulating atmosphere of growing the art-form in Ireland.
Tools and equipment supplied. Glass kit of clear, white, black, ivory, limited selection of opaque and transparent rods will be provided. Bring glass to trade for range of colours and any special colours you want to work with.
When:Fri Oct 9th (EVENING), Sat 10th & Sun 11th October 2009.
Studio: open at 9am, closes at 10 pm.
Where: EOM Studio
Cost: €320 for the weekend
This includes:
* Unlimited torch time, limited glass and supplies,
* Single room accommodation for 2 nights. Some sharing of bathrooms.
* Meals Friday eve thru Sunday: breakfast, lunch & dinner a cooperative endeavour. Food provided, preparation/clean up shared. Friday eve welcome meal if here by 7 pm.
EOM Workshops
Mulranny,
Westport,
Co Mayo
T:00 353 98 361920
M:00 353 87 207 1641
E:info@eomworkshops.com
W: www.eomworkshops.com
For reservations:
Cheryl: Cheryl@eomworkshops.com 087 207 1641.
Ruzica: rr01@eircom.net 087 314 359
If coming by train they will coordinate transport arrangements from Westport train station
Children's Workshops with Suzie Sullivan, Co. Mayo
Suzie Sullivan of Derryaun Crafts is running some children's workshops in Westport this summer at Pikapotandpaint
Please phone Christina to book a place
T: 098 29509
Pikapotandpaint
Unit 1 & 2 Barrack Yard
James Street,
Westport,
Co. Mayo
Tel: 098 29509
E: info@pikapotandpaint.com
W: www.pikapotandpaint.com
Basic Traditional Wet Felting for Beginners
Create a woolly picture! Learn all about wool fibre, and how to turn it into a strong piece of felt by using hot water, soap and friction. This is a very popular creative craft that can be easily done in your own home, no experience needed. Please bring along a small hand towel or tea towel and a plastic carrier bag. Age 7 years upwards.
When: Thursday 16th July. Time 6pm till 7.30pm
Cost:Cost €15.00
More traditional wet felting. Funky hair accessories!
Learn how to roll wool into colourful spikes to make fashionable hair scrunchies, dreadlocks and spiky hair slides. Please bring along a small hand towel or tea towel and a plastic carrier bag. No experience needed. Age 10 years upwards.
When:Thursday 16th July. Time 7.45pm 9.15pm
Cost: €15.00
Jewellery making – Sassy Safety Pin Jewellery!
Learn all about beads and how to design and string a pretty necklace using glass beads and safety pins. No experience needed. Age 9 years upwards.
When: Thursday 23rd July. Time 6pm till 7.30pm.
Cost: €20.00
More Jewellery making. Making the most of memory wire!
Learn all about beads and how to design these cool little memory wire bracelets using colourful glass beads. No experience needed. Age 9 years upwards.
When:Thursday 23rd July. Time 7.45pm 9.15pm
Cost: €20.00
Please phone Christina to book a place
T: 098 29509
Pikapotandpaint
Unit 1 & 2 Barrack Yard
James Street,
Westport,
Co. Mayo
Tel: 098 29509
E: info@pikapotandpaint.com
W: www.pikapotandpaint.com
Basic Traditional Wet Felting for Beginners
Create a woolly picture! Learn all about wool fibre, and how to turn it into a strong piece of felt by using hot water, soap and friction. This is a very popular creative craft that can be easily done in your own home, no experience needed. Please bring along a small hand towel or tea towel and a plastic carrier bag. Age 7 years upwards.
When: Thursday 16th July. Time 6pm till 7.30pm
Cost:Cost €15.00
More traditional wet felting. Funky hair accessories!
Learn how to roll wool into colourful spikes to make fashionable hair scrunchies, dreadlocks and spiky hair slides. Please bring along a small hand towel or tea towel and a plastic carrier bag. No experience needed. Age 10 years upwards.
When:Thursday 16th July. Time 7.45pm 9.15pm
Cost: €15.00
Jewellery making – Sassy Safety Pin Jewellery!
Learn all about beads and how to design and string a pretty necklace using glass beads and safety pins. No experience needed. Age 9 years upwards.
When: Thursday 23rd July. Time 6pm till 7.30pm.
Cost: €20.00
More Jewellery making. Making the most of memory wire!
Learn all about beads and how to design these cool little memory wire bracelets using colourful glass beads. No experience needed. Age 9 years upwards.
When:Thursday 23rd July. Time 7.45pm 9.15pm
Cost: €20.00
Workshop Update from Derryaun Crafts, Co. Mayo
Here is the latest workshop information from Derryaun Crafts, Westport, Co. Mayo. For more details visit www.derryauncrafts.com
Basket weaving with Joe Hogan.
The aim of the course is to give as thorough an introduction as possible to making a basket, from making the base to finishing the border.
When: Thurs/Fri 9th and 10th July 2009
Cost: €160.00
Booking: Closing date for bookings 22nd June
Wild Wire Flowers
Working with wire, beads and colourful tubular knitted wire learn how to make coils, spirals and wire wraps using precision jewellery tools to create delicate and bold flower shapes that can be used as accessories and sculptural work
When: Wed 15th July
Cost: €65.00
Copper, Beads and Wire
Learn how to make this beautiful beady animal hanger. This exciting workshop will include all the following techniques, forging and cutting sheet copper into shapes, applying a patina using a propane and oxygen flame, melting wire into ball ends, coiling and making wire wrapped loops, all these techniques can be incorporated in jewellery making to give a bold unique look
When: Fri 31st July and Sat 1st Aug
Cost: €160.00
Acrylic Painting Workshop with Artist Jane Dunn.
The aim of this course is to encourage a confident and creative approach to using acrylic paints in a friendly and informal atmosphere. Beginners and experienced are welcome as each student will receive personal tuition to meet their individual needs.
When: Sat and Sun 8th/9th August
Cost: €150
Basic Traditional Wet Felting for beginners with Suzie Sullivan
Learn all about wool fibre, and how to turn it into a strong piece of felt, using hot water soap and friction, we will focus on sample pieces using basic techniques, and explore how to add surface colour and texture using inclusions such as hand dyed silk, raw fleece and wool knops. This is a very popular creative craft that can be easily done in your own home, no experience needed.
When: Wed 12th August
Cost:€65.00
Mask Making with Carmel Balfe
Ever wanted to be the bell of a Venetian ball? Why not start by learning how to make your own half mask. We are running a mask making workshop to be facilitated by Carmel Balfe and all skill levels are welcome. Over the course of one weekend Carmel will cover face casting, silk felt making, moulding and treating the felt to make it durable. Materials used to complete the mask will include ostrich and peacock feathers and fabric trim. Come and immerse yourself in the glamour and the art. Cost to be arranged.
When: Sat and Sun 21/22 Nov
Cost: TBC
Bookings: Closing date for bookings 30th October
Precious Metal Clay with Maura Dickerson
Learn how to make charms, earrings and pendants from PMC, this will be an intense, detailed workshop covering all accepts of working with precious metal clay. Students will be making a minimum of 5 pieces. PMC when fired is 99% pure silver
When: .Sat and Sun 3rd and 4th Oct
Cost:Due to the expensive cost of materials for this workshop pricing is higher than usual €260.00
This workshop coincides with the Westport Arts Week, so there will be plenty of arty buzz in Westport!
Wild Woven Animals with Tom Meskell
Come and spend an exciting two days with Tom and learn how to make your very own woven animal using willow, birch and found objects….more details later.
When: TBC
Derryaun Crafts,
Sheefry House,
Drummin,
Nr. Westport,
Co Mayo.
T: 098 21888
E: suzie@derryauncrafts.com
W: www.derryauncrafts.com
Basket weaving with Joe Hogan.
The aim of the course is to give as thorough an introduction as possible to making a basket, from making the base to finishing the border.
When: Thurs/Fri 9th and 10th July 2009
Cost: €160.00
Booking: Closing date for bookings 22nd June
Wild Wire Flowers
Working with wire, beads and colourful tubular knitted wire learn how to make coils, spirals and wire wraps using precision jewellery tools to create delicate and bold flower shapes that can be used as accessories and sculptural work
When: Wed 15th July
Cost: €65.00
Copper, Beads and Wire
Learn how to make this beautiful beady animal hanger. This exciting workshop will include all the following techniques, forging and cutting sheet copper into shapes, applying a patina using a propane and oxygen flame, melting wire into ball ends, coiling and making wire wrapped loops, all these techniques can be incorporated in jewellery making to give a bold unique look
When: Fri 31st July and Sat 1st Aug
Cost: €160.00
Acrylic Painting Workshop with Artist Jane Dunn.
The aim of this course is to encourage a confident and creative approach to using acrylic paints in a friendly and informal atmosphere. Beginners and experienced are welcome as each student will receive personal tuition to meet their individual needs.
When: Sat and Sun 8th/9th August
Cost: €150
Basic Traditional Wet Felting for beginners with Suzie Sullivan
Learn all about wool fibre, and how to turn it into a strong piece of felt, using hot water soap and friction, we will focus on sample pieces using basic techniques, and explore how to add surface colour and texture using inclusions such as hand dyed silk, raw fleece and wool knops. This is a very popular creative craft that can be easily done in your own home, no experience needed.
When: Wed 12th August
Cost:€65.00
Mask Making with Carmel Balfe
Ever wanted to be the bell of a Venetian ball? Why not start by learning how to make your own half mask. We are running a mask making workshop to be facilitated by Carmel Balfe and all skill levels are welcome. Over the course of one weekend Carmel will cover face casting, silk felt making, moulding and treating the felt to make it durable. Materials used to complete the mask will include ostrich and peacock feathers and fabric trim. Come and immerse yourself in the glamour and the art. Cost to be arranged.
When: Sat and Sun 21/22 Nov
Cost: TBC
Bookings: Closing date for bookings 30th October
Precious Metal Clay with Maura Dickerson
Learn how to make charms, earrings and pendants from PMC, this will be an intense, detailed workshop covering all accepts of working with precious metal clay. Students will be making a minimum of 5 pieces. PMC when fired is 99% pure silver
When: .Sat and Sun 3rd and 4th Oct
Cost:Due to the expensive cost of materials for this workshop pricing is higher than usual €260.00
This workshop coincides with the Westport Arts Week, so there will be plenty of arty buzz in Westport!
Wild Woven Animals with Tom Meskell
Come and spend an exciting two days with Tom and learn how to make your very own woven animal using willow, birch and found objects….more details later.
When: TBC
- The cost of each course includes materials & light refreshments, please bring a packed lunch, and a note book will be useful.
- A 50% deposit is required with bookings. Deposits are non-refundable but your booking can be transferred with 7 days notice. Please pay by credit card or send a P.O. or a cheque made payable to Derryaun Crafts with your booking,
Derryaun Crafts,
Sheefry House,
Drummin,
Nr. Westport,
Co Mayo.
T: 098 21888
E: suzie@derryauncrafts.com
W: www.derryauncrafts.com
Monday, June 15, 2009
'A Celebration of Hand Craft', Roscommon
Boyle Arts Festival has announced its Festival programme, which you can read on its website. A week-long programme of music, arts, classical and traditional music, poetry, drama, lectures and children's events.
Thursday 23rd July- Friday 31st July
Previously we had posted a notice that they were looking for people interested in exhibiting heirloom or special craft samplers and for demonstrators of handicrafts for a Heritage Day.
This is now confirmed to be on Friday 31st July from 2-6pm. 'A Celebration of Hand Craft', will have a range of demonstrations including wool spinners, bobbin lace making, drop spindle, knitting, crochet, quilting and patchwork. Looks like a great Fibre day out.
If you are interested in demonstrating, there could still be some places left.
Contact: Deirdre on 087 9811193
Email: oreillydeirdre@eircom.net
Boyle Arts Festival
T: 071 966 3085
E: info@boylearts.com
W.www.boylearts.com
Thursday 23rd July- Friday 31st July
Previously we had posted a notice that they were looking for people interested in exhibiting heirloom or special craft samplers and for demonstrators of handicrafts for a Heritage Day.
This is now confirmed to be on Friday 31st July from 2-6pm. 'A Celebration of Hand Craft', will have a range of demonstrations including wool spinners, bobbin lace making, drop spindle, knitting, crochet, quilting and patchwork. Looks like a great Fibre day out.
If you are interested in demonstrating, there could still be some places left.
Contact: Deirdre on 087 9811193
Email: oreillydeirdre@eircom.net
Boyle Arts Festival
T: 071 966 3085
E: info@boylearts.com
W.www.boylearts.com
Strandhill Gymkhana, Co. Sligo
The annual Craft Fair at the Strandhill Gymkhana has expanded year by year into a fascinating mix of heritage crafts and modern art. A magnificent display of locally made ceramics and pottery from Breeogue Pottery always takes pride of place.
4th July 2009
There will be demonstrations of Lace-making by members of the Strandhill ICA group, who run Dolly's Cottage.
One of the few remaining straw weavers in the region, Ted Kelly, demonstrates his craft while making baskets for all purposes as people watch with interest. There will also be stained glass, watercolour paintings by Anne Osborne, acrylic paintings by Monica O’Mara and other visual arts can be enjoyed side by side with demonstrations of traditional butter making, and the making of boxty. Hand-grown organic herbs from Dromard, hand-made cards from Grange, a new range of ceramic angel statues – all these and lots more will be seen in the Craft Marquee at the top of the hill.
As well as Sheep Dog Trials, Sheep Shearing Exhibition, Children's Fancy Dress, Irish Dancing
and much more.
Strandhill Gymkhana
Lisheen,
Co. Sligo
W:www.strandhillgymkhana.com
For general enquiries contact:
Secretary: Christina Cavanagh,
Oakfield, Sligo.
Tel (086)8181045
E: christinacavanagh@kevinsfort.ie
For the Craft Fair, and to enquire about a trade stand contact:
Craft Fair
Maura Gilligan,
Glen Road, Knocknarea,
Co. Sligo.
T: 071 9168277
The Gymkhana Field is located in the grounds of Lisheen House and estate
4th July 2009
There will be demonstrations of Lace-making by members of the Strandhill ICA group, who run Dolly's Cottage.
One of the few remaining straw weavers in the region, Ted Kelly, demonstrates his craft while making baskets for all purposes as people watch with interest. There will also be stained glass, watercolour paintings by Anne Osborne, acrylic paintings by Monica O’Mara and other visual arts can be enjoyed side by side with demonstrations of traditional butter making, and the making of boxty. Hand-grown organic herbs from Dromard, hand-made cards from Grange, a new range of ceramic angel statues – all these and lots more will be seen in the Craft Marquee at the top of the hill.
As well as Sheep Dog Trials, Sheep Shearing Exhibition, Children's Fancy Dress, Irish Dancing
and much more.
Strandhill Gymkhana
Lisheen,
Co. Sligo
W:www.strandhillgymkhana.com
For general enquiries contact:
Secretary: Christina Cavanagh,
Oakfield, Sligo.
Tel (086)8181045
E: christinacavanagh@kevinsfort.ie
For the Craft Fair, and to enquire about a trade stand contact:
Craft Fair
Maura Gilligan,
Glen Road, Knocknarea,
Co. Sligo.
T: 071 9168277
The Gymkhana Field is located in the grounds of Lisheen House and estate
Irish Quilting Magazine
Irish Quilting, is a new magazine for quilters around the world. From Ireland, we bring you crafting, quilting in particular. Within our pages, we share the talents, designs, and beauty of the Emerald Isle with you. You’ll find resources, patterns and entertainment in our magazine published six times a year.
Within Irish Quilting, there is a panel made up of a dedicated team of quilters, from varied backgrounds who provide balance and objectivity for direction and content of the magazine.
You an order it from their website, or check out their list of stockists
Irish Quilting,
Berowra,
Djouce,
Roundwood,
County Wicklow
Ireland.
T:+353 1 281 2028
E: letters@irishquilting.ie
B: www.irishquilting.blogspot.com
W:www.irishquilting.ie
Within Irish Quilting, there is a panel made up of a dedicated team of quilters, from varied backgrounds who provide balance and objectivity for direction and content of the magazine.
You an order it from their website, or check out their list of stockists
Irish Quilting,
Berowra,
Djouce,
Roundwood,
County Wicklow
Ireland.
T:+353 1 281 2028
E: letters@irishquilting.ie
B: www.irishquilting.blogspot.com
W:www.irishquilting.ie
The Crafty Alley, Co. Kerry
Just moved to a new premises in Killarney earlier this year, The Crafty Alley stocks a full range of artists materials, cardmaking and scrapbooking supplies, jewellery making, knitting and needle craft as well as education supplies.
But it's the great range of bits and bobs haberdashery every crafter loves to assemble, eg beads, ribbons, bag handles, teddy safety eyes, that keeps you in the shop!
All of which are available through their online shop, www.craftyalley.com
Workshops
They have a workshop area in the shop, where they run a series of workshops and classes throughout the year, both for adults and kids, from jewellery making to scrapbooking.
They graciously hosted the 2009 World Wide Knit in Public Day, which was a great success, (despite the intermittent showers!), and they plan on starting a knitting circle in September 2009.
So, check out their website and blog for further details.
The Crafty Alley Shop
6B Scotts Street
East Avenue Road
Killarney
Co. Kerry
T: +353 64 30800
B:www.craftyalley.blogspot.com
W:www.craftyalley.com
But it's the great range of bits and bobs haberdashery every crafter loves to assemble, eg beads, ribbons, bag handles, teddy safety eyes, that keeps you in the shop!
All of which are available through their online shop, www.craftyalley.com
Workshops
They have a workshop area in the shop, where they run a series of workshops and classes throughout the year, both for adults and kids, from jewellery making to scrapbooking.
They graciously hosted the 2009 World Wide Knit in Public Day, which was a great success, (despite the intermittent showers!), and they plan on starting a knitting circle in September 2009.
So, check out their website and blog for further details.
The Crafty Alley Shop
6B Scotts Street
East Avenue Road
Killarney
Co. Kerry
T: +353 64 30800
B:www.craftyalley.blogspot.com
W:www.craftyalley.com
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Dolly's Cottage, Sligo
Dolly's Cottage is a 200-year-old traditional thatched cottage, the only one of its kind in the area. It is a stone built cottage with two rooms and a loft with original walls, roof, roof beams, fireplace and pouch bed. When you step through the little red door, it is like stepping into the past. Dolly''s Cottage has hardly changed in its 200 years and provides an experience of how people lived until the not so distant past.
The cottage is named after Dolly Higgins, the last person to live here. She was a genial soul, well loved by young and old in the district. When Dolly died in 1970 the cottage was purchased by the Strandhill Guild of the Irish Countrywomen''s Association with a view to preserving it for future generations.
It has been open to the public as a folk museum ever since; each weekend in June, every day in July and August and for groups by appointment during the rest of the year. The cottage is the ‘home’ of Strandhill ICA for meetings and classes during the rest of the year.
UPDATE: Here are the 2010 opening times
Admission is free.
Opening times: 2 - 5pm
During the summer there is a small craft shop at the cottage. All the money raised through sales and donations go towards the upkeep of the cottage.'
Contact
Tel +353 (0)71 916 8079
Dolly's Cottage,
Strandhill,
Co Sligo,
Ireland
San Luis Valley Folk Arts and Fiber Festival, USA
MONTE VISTA – The San Luis Valley Folk Arts and Fiber Festival kicks off its third year on June 23, in Monte Vista, with an exhibit of fiber artists whose work spans the globe. The SLV Fest is a celebration of the handmade and traditional arts.
The SLV Fibre Festival will be hosting the International Freeform Crochet Guild Exhibit, "Four Seasons” from June 22-July 10 in Monte Vista. Over fourteen artists from Colorado to Australia and Ireland, will participate in this exhibit.
Admission to both the exhibit and festival are free. The opening reception for the exhibit is 5:30-7:30 PM, June 26th at the Monte Vista Information Center, 947 1st Avenue, in historic, downtown Monte Vista. The festival begins with a day of workshops in Marsh Park, Hwy 160, and an evening launch party at the Monte Vista Information Center from 6-8PM. Saturday and Sunday convene with two, full days of vendors, food, music, demonstrations, exhibits and contests—including the favorite wool spinning races.
From the International Freeform Guild website:
"… Freeform crochet is like painting. The hook is a brush and the yarn, a paint. The result can be abstract or realistic. Freeform is original design, not a reproduction of another person's pattern; it goes beyond the realm of patterns and restrictions that usually apply toward our art. The outcome is a piece of art like no other, not only functional, but beautiful as well. Freeform includes 2-D and 3-D art, clothing and useful items. “ Fifty-two artists contributed to the original show; At least fourteen will participate in the Monte Vista exhibit. Many of these artists exhibit locally and internationally; several have been published recurrently.
“Four Seasons” will be published in book form later this year. A calendar is also planned. All proceeds from the sales of both will benefit Woman for Woman, a non-profit organization that provides aid to women in war-torn countries.
Participating Artists:
• Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, USa
• Orla Breslin, Ireland
• Marie Castro, Brazil
• Kathie Cureington, USA
• Margaret Hubert, USA
• Myra Wood, USA
• Kerri Lincoln, USA
• Perry Lowell, USA
• Prudence Mapstone, AUS
• Sheryl Means, USA
• Laura Murphy, USA
• Zelda Pheonix, USA
• Leslie Nelle Urinyi, USA
Friday Workshops:
• Coptic Bookbinding with Recycled Materials
• Inspired Spinning and Plying Techniques
• Fusing Dichroic Glass
• Hanging By a Thread - Doll Art
• Freeform Knitting and Crochet
• Yarn & Fiber Dyeing
• Basic Knitting Classes
• Knitting Hobby Horses
• FREE Children's Knitting Classes (Saturday)
For Further Information Contact: Laura Murphy
laura@wildethyme.net
(719) 850-0114
www.slvfest.com
www.freeformcrochet.com
The SLV Fibre Festival will be hosting the International Freeform Crochet Guild Exhibit, "Four Seasons” from June 22-July 10 in Monte Vista. Over fourteen artists from Colorado to Australia and Ireland, will participate in this exhibit.
Admission to both the exhibit and festival are free. The opening reception for the exhibit is 5:30-7:30 PM, June 26th at the Monte Vista Information Center, 947 1st Avenue, in historic, downtown Monte Vista. The festival begins with a day of workshops in Marsh Park, Hwy 160, and an evening launch party at the Monte Vista Information Center from 6-8PM. Saturday and Sunday convene with two, full days of vendors, food, music, demonstrations, exhibits and contests—including the favorite wool spinning races.
From the International Freeform Guild website:
"… Freeform crochet is like painting. The hook is a brush and the yarn, a paint. The result can be abstract or realistic. Freeform is original design, not a reproduction of another person's pattern; it goes beyond the realm of patterns and restrictions that usually apply toward our art. The outcome is a piece of art like no other, not only functional, but beautiful as well. Freeform includes 2-D and 3-D art, clothing and useful items. “ Fifty-two artists contributed to the original show; At least fourteen will participate in the Monte Vista exhibit. Many of these artists exhibit locally and internationally; several have been published recurrently.
“Four Seasons” will be published in book form later this year. A calendar is also planned. All proceeds from the sales of both will benefit Woman for Woman, a non-profit organization that provides aid to women in war-torn countries.
Participating Artists:
• Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, USa
• Orla Breslin, Ireland
• Marie Castro, Brazil
• Kathie Cureington, USA
• Margaret Hubert, USA
• Myra Wood, USA
• Kerri Lincoln, USA
• Perry Lowell, USA
• Prudence Mapstone, AUS
• Sheryl Means, USA
• Laura Murphy, USA
• Zelda Pheonix, USA
• Leslie Nelle Urinyi, USA
Friday Workshops:
• Coptic Bookbinding with Recycled Materials
• Inspired Spinning and Plying Techniques
• Fusing Dichroic Glass
• Hanging By a Thread - Doll Art
• Freeform Knitting and Crochet
• Yarn & Fiber Dyeing
• Basic Knitting Classes
• Knitting Hobby Horses
• FREE Children's Knitting Classes (Saturday)
For Further Information Contact: Laura Murphy
laura@wildethyme.net
(719) 850-0114
www.slvfest.com
www.freeformcrochet.com
Friday, June 12, 2009
Feltmakers Ireland
Creating Works of Art Through Fibre
Feltmakers Ireland is a national organisation founded in May 2003 in response to a growing interest in feltmaking. They provide workshops, exhibitions and information about feltmaking not only for members but for anyone interested in feltmaking.
Feltmakers Ireland has received enthusiastic support from a very energetic membership. They regularly attend events such as The Knitting and Stitching Show, Bloom, The Museum of Folk Life. They run regular drop-in felting sessions in Blanchardstown, Lucan and Bray, four major workshops are held every year and are open to anyone to attend. An exhibition of the work of members of Feltmakers Ireland is held every second year and is a showcase for the wealth of skills and talent from their membership.
They are also in the process of setting up a new permanent studio in Phoenix Park in Dublin, for use by members.
Feltmakers Ireland is a member of the International Feltmakers Association and is affiliated to the Crafts Council of Ireland.
Visit their website for more info on membership and regular updates on events such as workshops and drop-in sessions.
Website: www.feltmakersireland.com
Email: feltmakersireland@hotmail.com
Feltmakers Ireland is a national organisation founded in May 2003 in response to a growing interest in feltmaking. They provide workshops, exhibitions and information about feltmaking not only for members but for anyone interested in feltmaking.
Feltmakers Ireland has received enthusiastic support from a very energetic membership. They regularly attend events such as The Knitting and Stitching Show, Bloom, The Museum of Folk Life. They run regular drop-in felting sessions in Blanchardstown, Lucan and Bray, four major workshops are held every year and are open to anyone to attend. An exhibition of the work of members of Feltmakers Ireland is held every second year and is a showcase for the wealth of skills and talent from their membership.
They are also in the process of setting up a new permanent studio in Phoenix Park in Dublin, for use by members.
Feltmakers Ireland is a member of the International Feltmakers Association and is affiliated to the Crafts Council of Ireland.
Visit their website for more info on membership and regular updates on events such as workshops and drop-in sessions.
Website: www.feltmakersireland.com
Email: feltmakersireland@hotmail.com
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
We Felt United!
Browsing through the UN International Year of Natural Fibres website, I came this group We Felt United, "A not for profit group of felt artists with a vast ranging network reaching feltmakers across the planet through diverse associations, groups and guilds".
We Felt United started on Pat Spark’s Feltmakers List FAQ. If you have not come across this List before and you are into Felting, I seriously advise you to make a cup of tea, and grab a few biscuits beforehand. You'll need them, this list is impressive!
To help celebrate International Year of Natural Fibres, We Felt United, are organising the first International Day of Felt on 3rd October, 2009.
Felters around the world are encouraged to join together displaying Felt by exhibiting it outside their homes and studio's. If you are part of a group or community, why not start a project. If you have never felted before, try it out. We Felt United will also host an online exhibition of felt from across the world, and artists are invited to submit photographs of your work.
The theme for this year will be a slice of the colour wheel, yellow through red.
For more info on International Day of Felt, or on We Felt United, check out their website, www.feltunited.com
We have started a thread on The Woolly Way Forum, if anyone wants to organise or attend an event.
We Felt United started on Pat Spark’s Feltmakers List FAQ. If you have not come across this List before and you are into Felting, I seriously advise you to make a cup of tea, and grab a few biscuits beforehand. You'll need them, this list is impressive!
To help celebrate International Year of Natural Fibres, We Felt United, are organising the first International Day of Felt on 3rd October, 2009.
Felters around the world are encouraged to join together displaying Felt by exhibiting it outside their homes and studio's. If you are part of a group or community, why not start a project. If you have never felted before, try it out. We Felt United will also host an online exhibition of felt from across the world, and artists are invited to submit photographs of your work.
The theme for this year will be a slice of the colour wheel, yellow through red.
For more info on International Day of Felt, or on We Felt United, check out their website, www.feltunited.com
We have started a thread on The Woolly Way Forum, if anyone wants to organise or attend an event.
More on International Year of Natural Fibres
It's disappointing that there is not one official event in Ireland to celebrate UN International Year of Natural Fibres. (Here's a previous blog post about IYNF).
So, maybe we should have lots of little unofficial events. Earlier this year the Dublin Knit Collective organised a little swop, The Dublin DishCloth and Fairtrade Swop, to raise ecological and ethical awareness of products and goods in Ireland. They organised it through Ravelry. It was there first time organising a swop, and it was a great idea.
So, maybe we all could do something. If you are part of a knitting/spinning/patchwork group, why not have a Fairtrade/Natural Fibre Day. If you are an individual, go into your local yarn or fabric shop and ask about Fairtrade/Natural Fibre products. The more people that ask, the more freely available it will become.
Let us know if you are doing anything, and how it all worked out!
Watch this interesting video on YouTube all about IYNF.
So, maybe we should have lots of little unofficial events. Earlier this year the Dublin Knit Collective organised a little swop, The Dublin DishCloth and Fairtrade Swop, to raise ecological and ethical awareness of products and goods in Ireland. They organised it through Ravelry. It was there first time organising a swop, and it was a great idea.
So, maybe we all could do something. If you are part of a knitting/spinning/patchwork group, why not have a Fairtrade/Natural Fibre Day. If you are an individual, go into your local yarn or fabric shop and ask about Fairtrade/Natural Fibre products. The more people that ask, the more freely available it will become.
Let us know if you are doing anything, and how it all worked out!
Watch this interesting video on YouTube all about IYNF.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
A Few New Features!
We have added a few new features to our little blog, which we hope will make it more accessible, readable, and most important user-friendly. Here they are...
Woolly Way Stuff
This is a new section, which features our specially tailored Woolly Way Stuff. Our Textile Map, our new Calender, and our Forum.
New Calender
You can currently view it under Calender 2009, the old Diary Dates 09, or view it in Google Calender here...If you would like to add an event, simply email us the details woollywayATgmailDOTcom...
New Search
This blog started because there was nowhere to get info on all the various textile happenings in Ireland. What to see, what to do, etc, but as it is growing fast, with new posts almost daily, it can be a bit of a trawl to get through all the info. So, we have added a new Search feature. This will allow you to search for a particular item, link or website. For example, type in the word Felt, and it will give you a list of all the blog posts with the word felt, and all the other blogs and websites we have linked to.
New Followers
We were in two minds about whether to add a Followers section. Mainly because we didn't expect any! So, for the 5 followers that managed to follow without the handy follow button. We give you a big Thank You! We are very pleasantly surprised at the amount of people that return to read out humble blog, and this new feature is a salute to you...
Please bear with us, as we learn and update our new gadgets...
Woolly Way Stuff
This is a new section, which features our specially tailored Woolly Way Stuff. Our Textile Map, our new Calender, and our Forum.
New Calender
Instead of our poor neglected Diary Dates, we have created a Calender. You can now easily search for workshops, classes, exhibitions, etc, each month. Just click on the event that interests you and up will pop all the details. All the details are there, eg, the when, the where and who. It is also linked up to google maps, and even better our very own Textile Map, so you can get directions to the venue . (Brilliant, thank you Google!)
You can currently view it under Calender 2009, the old Diary Dates 09, or view it in Google Calender here...If you would like to add an event, simply email us the details woollywayATgmailDOTcom...
New Search
This blog started because there was nowhere to get info on all the various textile happenings in Ireland. What to see, what to do, etc, but as it is growing fast, with new posts almost daily, it can be a bit of a trawl to get through all the info. So, we have added a new Search feature. This will allow you to search for a particular item, link or website. For example, type in the word Felt, and it will give you a list of all the blog posts with the word felt, and all the other blogs and websites we have linked to.
New Followers
We were in two minds about whether to add a Followers section. Mainly because we didn't expect any! So, for the 5 followers that managed to follow without the handy follow button. We give you a big Thank You! We are very pleasantly surprised at the amount of people that return to read out humble blog, and this new feature is a salute to you...
Please bear with us, as we learn and update our new gadgets...
Monday, June 8, 2009
UPDATE - World Wide Knit in Public
Just to remind folk, this Saturday, 13th June is World Wide Knit in Public Day! Check out our previous post (here!) for details. If you haven't heard about it already take a look at the WWKIP website www.wwkip.comSo far, we have events in Dublin, Wicklow, Roscommon and Kerry, if you are holding an event, please let us know and we will add it to the list.
We'd love to hear about what went on, so send us a not or a photo of your WWKIP event. Email photos to woollywayATgmailDOTcom
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Update from KOZO Studio: ART WORKSHOP PROGRAMME - June 2009
We continue our workshop programme with a number of courses on various Hand Papermaking Techniques coming up in May and June – a great way to start Summer time! There are workshops for beginners and for those who have previous experience in the unusual and fascinating art form of hand paper making and paper art.
There is more to come, we have a number of workshops to follow in August, September and October and we have organized a programme of SUMMER ART CAMPS for children at the St. Mary's National School in Thomastown for the month of July.
All KOZO Workshops and Courses are facilitated by established artists and experienced arts educators, follow an experimental approach to learning and in most cases can be tailored to the specific needs to those attending.
All workshops are held at purpose built, well equipped studios, for a limited number of participants per class.
WORKSHOP at AIRFIELD HOUSE, Studio 1
Airfield House, Upper Kilmacud Road, Dundrum, Dublin 14
Airfield House is located in an inspirational setting, surrounded by beautiful gardens, a working farm, offers arts and educational programmes and well equipped arts studios for workshops and courses.
14th June, Sunday, 9.30/10.30 am – 4.30pm
SILK PAPERMAKING II. - Experimental Fibre Art
This is a follow-on course for participants who have taken part at previous beginner's workshops or for those with experience in Silk Papermaking methods and techniques.
The workshop focuses on experimental processes, alternative incorporated materials and fibres and on 3 dimensional, sculptural projects.
Tutor: Tunde Toth – Fibre artist, paper maker, arts facilitator, KOZO Studio
Fee: € 90 – including all art materials (full time students: € 80)
WORKSHOPS at CASTLERIN STUDIOS AND WORKSHOPS
Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny
13th June (Saturday) 10.30am – 5.30pm
HAND PAPERMAKING Techniques I.
This is a one-day workshop on hand papermaking techniques, using natural fibres of cotton, bamboo, abaca and esparto grass combined with recycled material. Participants will be introduced to basic, traditional and contemporary techniques of hand paper making. Incorporating dried flowers, herbs and other plant material into layers of wet pulp, they will create several different papers, textured pieces and unique images. Due to the naturally slow drying process handmade papers will need to be transported while wet and dried at home.
This course is suitable for beginners or participants with some experience in Hand Papermaking.
Tutor: Tunde Toth – Fibre artist, paper maker, arts facilitator, KOZO Studio
Fee: € 80 – including all art materials (full time students: € 70)
SILK PAPERMAKING Techniques I.
This is a one-day, experimental workshop, introducing two techniques used in Silk Papermaking.
Using a variety of natural materials – raw silk and bamboo fibres, cocoon strippings, hand dyed silk tops, throwsters fibres, silk threads...etc – participants will create plain or colourful, textured, decorative, ``fabric – like`` papers. These unique pieces are suitable for writing, painting, textile art- and collage works, stitching, embroidery and are ideal for 3 dimensional, sculptural projects. The workshop also introduces experimental processes, decorating methods and ideas using fibre reactive textile dyes on silk papers. This course is suitable for beginners or participants with some experience in Hand Papermaking.
Tutor: Tunde Toth – Fibre artist, paper maker, arts facilitator, KOZO Studio
Fee: € 85 – including all art materials (full time students: € 75)
20th June (Saturday) 11am – 5.30pm
FURTHER INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS:
All workshops are run for small groups of participants, please book early to avoid dissapointment. All fees include all art materials and refreshments available at the Studios.
Please bring protective clothing (aprons, gloves etc.), a notebook, your previous works to show and discuss (if relevant) to all workshops. The workshops are organized by KOZO Studio and Gallery, please contact TUNDE for further details and for bookings:
This programme is now available on our website: www.kozogallery.com
Tunde Toth,
Killeen,
Inistioge,
Co. Kilkenny
Email: tundetune@gmail.com
Blog: www.tundetothpaperart.blogspot.com
Tel: 087-2543362
TASMANIAN JOURNEY
Tunde will also give a number of talks and presentations on her experience at the 20th IAPMA Congress, on paper art and on her journey through Tasmania. Dates and locations will be available on www.kozogallery.com shortly.
There is more to come, we have a number of workshops to follow in August, September and October and we have organized a programme of SUMMER ART CAMPS for children at the St. Mary's National School in Thomastown for the month of July.
All KOZO Workshops and Courses are facilitated by established artists and experienced arts educators, follow an experimental approach to learning and in most cases can be tailored to the specific needs to those attending.
All workshops are held at purpose built, well equipped studios, for a limited number of participants per class.
WORKSHOP at AIRFIELD HOUSE, Studio 1
Airfield House, Upper Kilmacud Road, Dundrum, Dublin 14
Airfield House is located in an inspirational setting, surrounded by beautiful gardens, a working farm, offers arts and educational programmes and well equipped arts studios for workshops and courses.
14th June, Sunday, 9.30/10.30 am – 4.30pm
SILK PAPERMAKING II. - Experimental Fibre Art
This is a follow-on course for participants who have taken part at previous beginner's workshops or for those with experience in Silk Papermaking methods and techniques.
The workshop focuses on experimental processes, alternative incorporated materials and fibres and on 3 dimensional, sculptural projects.
Tutor: Tunde Toth – Fibre artist, paper maker, arts facilitator, KOZO Studio
Fee: € 90 – including all art materials (full time students: € 80)
WORKSHOPS at CASTLERIN STUDIOS AND WORKSHOPS
Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny
13th June (Saturday) 10.30am – 5.30pm
HAND PAPERMAKING Techniques I.
This is a one-day workshop on hand papermaking techniques, using natural fibres of cotton, bamboo, abaca and esparto grass combined with recycled material. Participants will be introduced to basic, traditional and contemporary techniques of hand paper making. Incorporating dried flowers, herbs and other plant material into layers of wet pulp, they will create several different papers, textured pieces and unique images. Due to the naturally slow drying process handmade papers will need to be transported while wet and dried at home.
This course is suitable for beginners or participants with some experience in Hand Papermaking.
Tutor: Tunde Toth – Fibre artist, paper maker, arts facilitator, KOZO Studio
Fee: € 80 – including all art materials (full time students: € 70)
SILK PAPERMAKING Techniques I.
This is a one-day, experimental workshop, introducing two techniques used in Silk Papermaking.
Using a variety of natural materials – raw silk and bamboo fibres, cocoon strippings, hand dyed silk tops, throwsters fibres, silk threads...etc – participants will create plain or colourful, textured, decorative, ``fabric – like`` papers. These unique pieces are suitable for writing, painting, textile art- and collage works, stitching, embroidery and are ideal for 3 dimensional, sculptural projects. The workshop also introduces experimental processes, decorating methods and ideas using fibre reactive textile dyes on silk papers. This course is suitable for beginners or participants with some experience in Hand Papermaking.
Tutor: Tunde Toth – Fibre artist, paper maker, arts facilitator, KOZO Studio
Fee: € 85 – including all art materials (full time students: € 75)
20th June (Saturday) 11am – 5.30pm
FURTHER INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS:
All workshops are run for small groups of participants, please book early to avoid dissapointment. All fees include all art materials and refreshments available at the Studios.
Please bring protective clothing (aprons, gloves etc.), a notebook, your previous works to show and discuss (if relevant) to all workshops. The workshops are organized by KOZO Studio and Gallery, please contact TUNDE for further details and for bookings:
This programme is now available on our website: www.kozogallery.com
Tunde Toth,
Killeen,
Inistioge,
Co. Kilkenny
Email: tundetune@gmail.com
Blog: www.tundetothpaperart.blogspot.com
Tel: 087-2543362
TASMANIAN JOURNEY
Tunde will also give a number of talks and presentations on her experience at the 20th IAPMA Congress, on paper art and on her journey through Tasmania. Dates and locations will be available on www.kozogallery.com shortly.
CALL FOR PAPER ARTISTS AND PAPERMAKERS
CALL FOR ARTISTS – PRESS RELEASE from Tunde Toth – Artist - Kozo Studio and Gallery
As a Paper and Fibre Artist I have recently travelled to Tasmania for the 20th IAPMA Congress (International Association of Hand Papermakers and Paper Artists). I have been invited both to present workshops and exhibit my art work at the Congress and the “New Paper – Old Land” international paper art exhibition.
I'm in the process of establishing the Irish Network/Guild of Paper Artists and Papermakers - a network that assists and promotes artists, makers and raises awareness and appreciation for an ancient art form and related contemporary practice. This network has a lot of potential: promoting member's practice through the network's own website, blogs, organizing exhibitions and educational programmes (workshops, talks, demonstrations, inviting artists of international repute...etc.) and benefiting from international networking opportunities.
I would like to hear from artists and makers – paper and fibre artists, hand papermakers, crafts people and visual artists working with handmade paper in their practice in various contexts - who are interested in taking part in this project.
To express your interest please send the following information via e-mail to: tundetune@gmail.com
* expression of interest and your full contact details
* indication on whether you are available during July to attend our first meeting, in Kilkenny or in Dublin.
FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES:
* short description of your work/practice – 1 A4 page only
* 2 images of your recent works and/or links to your website or blog or social networking site to view your work
Contact and further information:
Tunde Toth
Email: tundetune@gmail.com
Website: www.kozogallery.com
Tel: 087-2543362
Blog (new, just started!):
www.tundetothpaperart.blogspot.com
As a Paper and Fibre Artist I have recently travelled to Tasmania for the 20th IAPMA Congress (International Association of Hand Papermakers and Paper Artists). I have been invited both to present workshops and exhibit my art work at the Congress and the “New Paper – Old Land” international paper art exhibition.
I'm in the process of establishing the Irish Network/Guild of Paper Artists and Papermakers - a network that assists and promotes artists, makers and raises awareness and appreciation for an ancient art form and related contemporary practice. This network has a lot of potential: promoting member's practice through the network's own website, blogs, organizing exhibitions and educational programmes (workshops, talks, demonstrations, inviting artists of international repute...etc.) and benefiting from international networking opportunities.
I would like to hear from artists and makers – paper and fibre artists, hand papermakers, crafts people and visual artists working with handmade paper in their practice in various contexts - who are interested in taking part in this project.
To express your interest please send the following information via e-mail to: tundetune@gmail.com
* expression of interest and your full contact details
* indication on whether you are available during July to attend our first meeting, in Kilkenny or in Dublin.
FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES:
* short description of your work/practice – 1 A4 page only
* 2 images of your recent works and/or links to your website or blog or social networking site to view your work
Contact and further information:
Tunde Toth
Email: tundetune@gmail.com
Website: www.kozogallery.com
Tel: 087-2543362
Blog (new, just started!):
www.tundetothpaperart.blogspot.com
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Cork Summer Show - June
The Munster Agricultural Society is staging the 2009 Cork Summer Show, in a new venue, at GreenFields, Ballincollig, Cork. From 20th-21st June. (Directions here).They have a large Arts and Crafts section with a great range of classes. Here is a list of the textile ones. Check out their website for more information and to download application forms.
Classes
Class 501 Article of Fancy Handwork
Class 502 Patchwork - any article in cotton, linen or woolen material
Class 503 Soft Toy - Rag Dolls included.
Class 504 Something new from something old – made from recycled material
Class 506 Any article not classed
Class 507 Article of Lace
Class 508 Article of fine Crochet
Class 509 Article of Wool Crochet
Class 510 Ladies or Gents Hand knitted Garment
Class 511 Child’s Hand Knitted Garment
Class 512 White or Coloured Embroidery
Class 513 Hand Knitted Article in Aran Stitching
Class 514 Any Hand Knitted Article in Cotton or Double Knitting
Class 515 Any Hand Knitted Article in Chunky
Children’s Section:
Class 521 Novelty Item - Best Dressed Wooden Spoon, Clothes Peg, etc
Class 522 My Own Garden on a Dinner Plate – not more than 10” in diameter
Details
Prizes in each class: 1st €30; 2nd €20; 3rd €10
Entry Fee is €2 per item. Articles for exhibition must be entered in one class only. Articles entered should reach the Show Grounds between 2 - 5 p.m. and 6.30. - 8.30. p. m. on Friday 19th June. You must collect from the hall on Sunday 21st between 5.30 & 7.00.p.m.
More info here
The Secretary,
Munster Agricultural Society,
Riverpark House,
Marina Commercial Park,
Cork.
Tel: (021) 4315772
Fax: (021) 4273188
Email : info@corksummershow.com
Website:www.corksummershow.com
The Art of Swishing and Swopping!!
Here is Wikipedia's take on Swishing...
Swishing originally referred to swopping an item or items of clothing or shoes or an accessory with a friend or acquaintance. Both parties must willingly give an item to participate in the transaction, once they have given an item they are free to choose something of interest. Swishing has recently grown in popularity and often you will find yourself choosing an item given by a complete stranger but that is part of the fun.
It has become the way to keep fashionable, up-cycle your wardrobe, without spending money and having fun at the same time. Not just money saving though, swishing and swopping has become popular for other reasons. It is a great way of fundraising. You can hold swishing parties as to raise money for charity. If you are interested in organising your own swishing party, you can download some handy party packs from the BBC.
But also its about ethics, raising awareness about the downside of the textile industry. Re-dress, a one stop shop for sustainable fashion, organised a National Swop Day as part of their Fashion Evolution event in Dublin in May 2009. (Read more on that here).
So whether you want to Swish or Swop for ethical, monetary reaons or just plain fun, here is a list of dedicated Swishing/Swopping venue's around the country. If you know of any others, or are running an event please, let us know an we will add it to the list.
Email us at woollywayATgmailDOTcom
Dublin
Event: Swop Idol
Venue:Shebeen Chic
Address: 4 South Great George’s Street
Date: Every Saturday
Time:From12pm until 4pm.
Contact: Shebeenchic
Event: Swopshop
Venue: Swopshop
Address:Crow Street Bazaar, 7 Crow Street, Dublin 2.
Date: Open Tues-Sat
Time: 10.30am-6pm
Contact: Swopshop Bebo Facebook
Cork
Event: Stitch or Switch (Swap Shop)
Venue:Chambers Bar
Address: Washington Street, Cork
Date: Daily
Time:From 10am
Contact:Chambersbar Bebo
Event: The Frock Exchange
Venue: Peacock and Ruby (upstairs)
Address: 12-14 Market Parade, Patrick Street
Date: Saturdays
Time: 10.30am-5pm
Contact:
Swishing originally referred to swopping an item or items of clothing or shoes or an accessory with a friend or acquaintance. Both parties must willingly give an item to participate in the transaction, once they have given an item they are free to choose something of interest. Swishing has recently grown in popularity and often you will find yourself choosing an item given by a complete stranger but that is part of the fun.
It has become the way to keep fashionable, up-cycle your wardrobe, without spending money and having fun at the same time. Not just money saving though, swishing and swopping has become popular for other reasons. It is a great way of fundraising. You can hold swishing parties as to raise money for charity. If you are interested in organising your own swishing party, you can download some handy party packs from the BBC.
But also its about ethics, raising awareness about the downside of the textile industry. Re-dress, a one stop shop for sustainable fashion, organised a National Swop Day as part of their Fashion Evolution event in Dublin in May 2009. (Read more on that here).
So whether you want to Swish or Swop for ethical, monetary reaons or just plain fun, here is a list of dedicated Swishing/Swopping venue's around the country. If you know of any others, or are running an event please, let us know an we will add it to the list.
Email us at woollywayATgmailDOTcom
Dublin
Event: Swop Idol
Venue:Shebeen Chic
Address: 4 South Great George’s Street
Date: Every Saturday
Time:From12pm until 4pm.
Contact: Shebeenchic
Event: Swopshop
Venue: Swopshop
Address:Crow Street Bazaar, 7 Crow Street, Dublin 2.
Date: Open Tues-Sat
Time: 10.30am-6pm
Contact: Swopshop Bebo Facebook
Cork
Event: Stitch or Switch (Swap Shop)
Venue:Chambers Bar
Address: Washington Street, Cork
Date: Daily
Time:From 10am
Contact:Chambersbar Bebo
Event: The Frock Exchange
Venue: Peacock and Ruby (upstairs)
Address: 12-14 Market Parade, Patrick Street
Date: Saturdays
Time: 10.30am-5pm
Contact:
Mallow College of Design and Tailoring, Co. Cork
Is one of the premier design colleges in the country and an approved fashion centre for the London City and Guilds Examinations.
In addition to the three-year Diploma in Fashion Design, there are courses in fashion, dressmaking and pattern drafting, as well as occasional millinery training.
All classes are part-time and are taught by Mary Cashman, who established the college over 20 years ago, and former student and designer Sue Pearce.
For more information contact:
Mallow College of Design and Tailoring
161 West End
Mallow
Co. Cork
Ireland
Tel: 022 22768
Fax: 022 22768
Email: cashmanmary@eircom.net
In addition to the three-year Diploma in Fashion Design, there are courses in fashion, dressmaking and pattern drafting, as well as occasional millinery training.
All classes are part-time and are taught by Mary Cashman, who established the college over 20 years ago, and former student and designer Sue Pearce.
For more information contact:
Mallow College of Design and Tailoring
161 West End
Mallow
Co. Cork
Ireland
Tel: 022 22768
Fax: 022 22768
Email: cashmanmary@eircom.net
Friday, June 5, 2009
Textile Workshops at the Gatehouse Gallery, Co. Louth
A series of textile workshops will be taking place over the next 6 months at the Gatehouse Gallery, Millmount Craft Centre, Drogheda, Co. Louth. The workshops offer professional courses for the beginner and the experienced in the creative textile arts.
The workshops are facilitated by Rachel Tinniswood and Mel Bradley both professional artist/designers and educators. All courses will follow an experimental approach to learning and will be tailored to suit those attending.
The Gatehouse Gallery is a working studio, well equipped with on-site parking.
Class sizes are limited.
Textile Workshop Programme
Millmount Craft Centre
Drogheda,
Co. Louth.
Contact: Mel Bradley 0863712727
Email:melbradleysilks@gmail.com
Programme of forth coming workshops:
June-December2009
Silk Paper Making - Saturday 13th June 2009 from10am-4pm.
Learn to make silk paper using raw silk fibres, found objects and threads. Participants will make plain and textured “fabric –like” papers. These papers can be used in textile art, collage work, painting and 3dimensional forms. €75 (including a material pack).
“Flower Power” Felting. Saturady 27th June 2009. 10am-4pm.
Learn to make felt flowers using pure wool fibres. This workshop will introduce participants to the wonderful world of felt making. By the end of the day you will be going home with a number of felted flowers that can be used to decorate bags, use as corsages and hair clips. €75 ( including a material pack)
Felt Making Workshop: Saturday 5th September. 10-4pm
Make a Nuno Felt Scarf in a day. The Japanese Art of Nuno felting fuses wool fibres and silk together to create beautiful fabrics.
€85 (including a material pack).
Hand Painted Silks: Saturday 26th September 2009 10am -4pm
Learn to paint on 100% silk. This workshop will introduce participants to the art of silk painting. The course will explore the different types of silks as well as teaching the basics of colour mixing. Painted silks can be used in fashion and wall art.
€85 (including a material pack)
Transfer Printing: Saturday 17th October 2009 10am-4pm
Experimental workshop: Have fun printing/transferring your designs onto fabrics using transfer inks. Make cards and wall art.
€75 (including a material pack)
3Dimensional Felting: Saturday 14th November 2009.
At this workshop you will learn how to make 3dimensional objects. Go home with your own felted bag or bowl.
€75 (including a material pack).
Hand Made Paper Making: Saturday 12th December 2009
Make your own handmade paper using recycled paper, cotton, silk, bamboo and found objects. Participants will learn the basic techniques of paper making. Make cards and wall art pieces combining dried flowers and other plant materials into wet pulp. Due to the slow drying process these papers will need to be transported while wet and dried at home.
€75 (including a material pack)
Further information and Booking:
Contact: Mel Bradley 0863712727
Email:melbradleysilks@gmail.com
The workshops are facilitated by Rachel Tinniswood and Mel Bradley both professional artist/designers and educators. All courses will follow an experimental approach to learning and will be tailored to suit those attending.
The Gatehouse Gallery is a working studio, well equipped with on-site parking.
Class sizes are limited.
Textile Workshop Programme
Millmount Craft Centre
Drogheda,
Co. Louth.
Contact: Mel Bradley 0863712727
Email:melbradleysilks@gmail.com
Programme of forth coming workshops:
June-December2009
Silk Paper Making - Saturday 13th June 2009 from10am-4pm.
Learn to make silk paper using raw silk fibres, found objects and threads. Participants will make plain and textured “fabric –like” papers. These papers can be used in textile art, collage work, painting and 3dimensional forms. €75 (including a material pack).
“Flower Power” Felting. Saturady 27th June 2009. 10am-4pm.
Learn to make felt flowers using pure wool fibres. This workshop will introduce participants to the wonderful world of felt making. By the end of the day you will be going home with a number of felted flowers that can be used to decorate bags, use as corsages and hair clips. €75 ( including a material pack)
Felt Making Workshop: Saturday 5th September. 10-4pm
Make a Nuno Felt Scarf in a day. The Japanese Art of Nuno felting fuses wool fibres and silk together to create beautiful fabrics.
€85 (including a material pack).
Hand Painted Silks: Saturday 26th September 2009 10am -4pm
Learn to paint on 100% silk. This workshop will introduce participants to the art of silk painting. The course will explore the different types of silks as well as teaching the basics of colour mixing. Painted silks can be used in fashion and wall art.
€85 (including a material pack)
Transfer Printing: Saturday 17th October 2009 10am-4pm
Experimental workshop: Have fun printing/transferring your designs onto fabrics using transfer inks. Make cards and wall art.
€75 (including a material pack)
3Dimensional Felting: Saturday 14th November 2009.
At this workshop you will learn how to make 3dimensional objects. Go home with your own felted bag or bowl.
€75 (including a material pack).
Hand Made Paper Making: Saturday 12th December 2009
Make your own handmade paper using recycled paper, cotton, silk, bamboo and found objects. Participants will learn the basic techniques of paper making. Make cards and wall art pieces combining dried flowers and other plant materials into wet pulp. Due to the slow drying process these papers will need to be transported while wet and dried at home.
€75 (including a material pack)
Further information and Booking:
- All workshops are run for small groups so book early to avoid disappointment.
- Please bring protective clothing (apron, gloves etc.), a notebook and any design ideas you may have.
- A non-refundable booking deposit of €40 is required to secure a place on the workshop.
- Full payment is due a week before the workshop commences.
- Cancellations made 7 days before the workshop an alternative date will be offered.
Contact: Mel Bradley 0863712727
Email:melbradleysilks@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
'KNITTING IS NOT JUST FOR NEEDLES' Course, Co. Kildare
On Saturday 27 June 2009 from 10am to 5pm, The Mill in Johnstown, Naas, Co. Kildare, will be holding a full day knitting workshop in which you can learn how to dye Aran wool, use knitting dollies, roving yarns and various sizes of needles, as well as finger knitting and crochet. A materials pack of the natural fibres will be provided as part of the course fee and more materials to take home will be available for purchase from The Mill store.
Suitable for absolute beginners and refreshers.
Minimum participants: 6.
Course cost: E70.
For bookings please contact tutor Liadain Butler at:
T: 045 876881 or 086 2530392
E: craftspun@eircom.net
www.liadaindebuitlear.com
Suitable for absolute beginners and refreshers.
Minimum participants: 6.
Course cost: E70.
For bookings please contact tutor Liadain Butler at:
T: 045 876881 or 086 2530392
E: craftspun@eircom.net
www.liadaindebuitlear.com
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