There was the distinct feel of Christmas in the air last night in my Creative Crafts class, with a sea of Reindeers in production.
All the girls on table one are making a set of these cheeky Reindeers.
It’s rare to have a group working on the same project at the same time. . . and it’s ...
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Laughing all the way. . .
A little bit French
Bonjour les amis mon [hello my friends], For those of you who are regular visitors of the Shabby Art Boutique, you already know of my love for all things French. I adore the stylish simplicity of French decorating. . . especially the French farmhouse style. My work is often French inspired and ...
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Just fabric gazing
Fabric Gazer: Someone who stares longingly at new fabric and is unable to cut into it…. yet! Put up your hand if you are a fabric gazer. Hmm. . . yes, I thought there’d be quite a few of you. Sometimes I can’t wait to jump full on into a new project and there is no hesitation with cutting and ...
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A note. . . from me to you
I’ve had an epiphany of sorts. . . you know, a realization. . . that I’m now one of the older set. Too young for the seniors, but too old and wise for the younger generation. . . oh heck, I must be middle aged! The catalyst for this revelation was my recent rant and rave about letter writing ...
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Big girls, little girls and lots of flowers
On Saturday I conducted my ‘Flower Girl’ mixed media canvas workshop. It was a lovely group of ladies who came to play in the Woodberry Designs Craft Room. With the exception of a short break for Devonshire tea, it was a hive of activity all afternoon. Painting, printing, cutting, ripping ...
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Tu-tu cute. . .
Last night I donned my big girl going out clothes (heels and all) and was whisked off by my friend Jo for a wonderful evening at the ballet. The Australian Ballet’s regional touring arm, The Dancers Company, presented a dazzling production of Don Quixote at our Glasshouse theatre. Ahh, the ballet. ...
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