CHRISTMAS FAIR

There will be a Christmas Fair at Christ Church with St Philip on Saturday 7 December.

We are having a stall and it should be fun!

It's nearly christmas!

I'm sorry but I've neglected you recently!

In terms of work life balance there hasn't been any balance.
All work and no play for me.

BUT....I've heard a rumour that it's nearly Christmas so we are going to be doing Christmas Decorations at Craft Club tonight

Be there if you can ...7.30

Only 2 days to go....

Don't forget we are meeting on Tuesday night 1 October at Christ Church with St Philip, Ruskin Drive
Worcester Park 7.30-9.30

We are planning to make Cute Felt Things-Hearts, Birds and maybe a few other animals.

We have some materials available so bring your scissors and turn up..
You can still purchase a loyalty card even if you didn't have one last time.

See you there

The group worked very hard to achieve this in a short time.
There are 20 triangles on it at the moment and some members decided to do more at home.
Can't wait to see it.

Group Bunting....the progress

Here's some photos of what we got up to last night.

We missed you Helen and BJ

Cut the triangles using a template - we used a rotary cutter, but scissors is fine.



 

 

Here are some finished triangles

 

 

trim the point as close as possible without cutting the stitching, turn inside out and press.

 Pin the triangle to the bias binding

Sew along the bias binding making sure the triangle is tucked firmly inside. Space the triangles as you wish. I like a space but I've seen nice bunting where the triangles are very close together.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hang your bunting!

 

Group Bunting

It was an amazing effort and production line at Craft Club tonight.
Some  stalwart cutters of triangles, a number of people who brought their sewing machines out from the cupboard and one very enthusiastic new sewing machine owner.


Pictures of the bunting tomorrow.

It looks pretty good.

Thanks to everyone who came to make it such an enjoyable evening.

Gathered Round Fabric Basket

I've been trying to find a constructive way to deal with all the fabric stash I have.
I found some instructions for a basket
http://www.aspoonfulofsugardesigns.com/2013/03/gathered-round-basket-3-sizes.html

Here is my first attempt.

It said you needed iron-on wadding but I didn't have any any so used normal wadding and I had difficulty with the gathering. Hence it's a bit lopsided but It's probably worth persevering because they might be handy!

Sandown Park Creative Arts Show OFFER

I received this via AMAZON Local

If you were thinking of going this week then it certainly seems worthwhile.

http://local.amazon.co.uk/Southwest-London/B00EVUTOEI?src=email&cid=em_dd_lsw_101_uk_s1_&ref_=pe_216621_39292201

Just writing a shopping list......

Alexandra Palace, 10th-13th October Come and enjoy the UK's largest textile event - book your tickets today! The Knitting & Stitching Show is the perfect event for anyone with a passion for dressmaking, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, feltmaking, jewellery-making, dyeing, patchwork and quilting - bringing everything together under one roof. With hundreds of workshop places on offer you'll also have the inspiration and advice you need to get a project underway. Opening Times are: Thursday 10am-7pm Friday & Saturday 10am-5.30pm Sunday 10am-5pm Book your tickets now: 0844 848 0159 or www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com Late Night Thursday In addition to 400 specialist exhibitors, over 200 workshops (click here to download) The Alexandra Palace Knitting and Stitching Show offers a fantastic range of inspirational galleries, including work from Dorothy Caldwell, Phillipa Turnball, Jan Beaney and Jean Littlejohn, Mandy Pattullo & Mary Fisher. For a full list of galleries click here Why not join us later in the day? Our Thursday Late Evening ticket costs just £6.50 and gives you access to the show from 3pm until the show closes at 7pm. Perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the show after work - they'll also be some special events including book signings and late night shopping opportunities. Visit our new website www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com, explore the show and book your tickets, or call 0844 848 0159 The Festival of Quilts Highlights Thank you to everyone that visited The Festival of Quilts 2013. The show was a huge success with a 10% increase in visitors attending the show. We also had over 700 quilts entered into the competiton from all over the world - with a phenomenal quality of work on display. For a list of winners, visit our website www.thefestivalofquilts.co.uk 2013 was the first year of the Fine Art Quilt Masters competition category which was won by Dorothy Caldwell and her quilt: 'How Do We Know When It's Night'. We are delighted to be hosting a full gallery of Dorothy's work at this year's Knitting & Stitching Shows. For full details on Dorothy's gallery click here Join Prima and Get Crafting If you are looking for fresh inspiration for gifts or decorating ideas why not come along to the Prima Make & Take Theatre and create something personal and unique. They will be demonstrating a range of skills that include: appliqué, wood and glass engraving, stitching, embroidery, decoupage and more. Whether you are a seasoned crafter or a beginner, Prima's experts will guide you in the creation of beautiful crafts that you can take home. Workshop prices range from £10-£15, plus get a free Prima goody bag when you book. For a timetable and to book your tickets visit theknittingandstitchingshow.com or call 0844 848 0159 Lots to do & see at the show The Knitting and Stitching Shows are packed with inspirational activities for anyone with a passion for textiles. Some of the highlights include: - Rowan will be offering free to attend fashion shows at The Knitting & Stitching Show held in London Alexandra Palace. The shows will take place daily in the Great Hall at 11.30am 1.00pm and 2.30pm. - The Upcycling Academy, hosted by Fabrications offers a range of projects from rosette making to knitting with waste fabric and lots of other great ideas to bring life to old cast-offs! For more information click here

general enquiries: 020 7688 6830 ticket hotline: 01473 321872

LOYALTY CARD

Hello Crafters,

We are pleased to announce that we are launching

Worcester Park Crafters

LOYALTY CARD.

Sadly, we have had to raise the monthly fee to cover our costs of holding the group but we have decided to soften the blow a bit by offering you the chance to buy a

PrePaid Loyalty Card for £25 for 6 meetings.

These do not have to be consecutive so if you cannot attend one month then you can use it until your 6 months have been used up.

Our pay monthly cost will be £5 from September 2013 so it will save you  £5 (and you can spend this this on crafting goodies!)


SEE YOU SOON and bring a friend!

Preparing the bunting

We've cut out a lot of triangles using a template that I measured and drew out on card. We sew two triangles together for each flag and think you need between 12 and 15 on each row of bunting.

We used a rotary cutter (my new gadget) and cut quite a few layers at a time.

Get Ready to Make Bunting

The next meeting of Worcester Park Crafters is Tuesday 3rd September.

We are going to make bunting!!