The Canberra Prefects have been bitten by the seasonal crazy bug and we've been a bit distracted by all the shiny pretties to get info out to our lovely Owls! Can you forgive us?
Hopefully you can, and can join us for a final fling for the year.
Saturday 18th December, 2:00 onwards at Tilley's Divne Cafe at Lyneham.
BYO craft (maybe a chance to finish off those last lingering gifts?), and if you'd like to, a secret santa crafty gift to the value of $10 for swapping.
There's no need to RSVP, we'll book a table and all you need to do is turn up.
Hope to see you there!
Naomi, Bron, Michelle and George xo
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Monday, December 6, 2010
St George and Sutherland Brown Owls Christmas Party
Source: Silke Raetze on display as part of the Hands On - Craft in Contemporary Art exhibition at the Hazelhurst Gallery
It's less than a week to go till our awesome Christmas Party...
and clearly just for us the current exhibition at the Hazelhurst Gallery is:
Hands On - Craft in Contemporary Art
and clearly just for us the current exhibition at the Hazelhurst Gallery is:
Hands On - Craft in Contemporary Art
for more on the exhibition head HERE
Christmas Party Details
Bring a plate and if you want to join in a Lucky Dip for the Secret Santa Swap - Craft Notions and/or Handmade Gifts to the value of $15
It's totally optional of course - but if you put a pressie in the basket, you can take another one out!
Date: Sunday 12th December 2010
Place: Hazelhurst Gallery 782 Kingsway Gymea NSW 2227
Time: 2pm - 5pm
If the weather is bad we will head to Lara's place next door to the gallery!
RSVP On this post or turn up on the day :-)
Christmas Party Details
Bring a plate and if you want to join in a Lucky Dip for the Secret Santa Swap - Craft Notions and/or Handmade Gifts to the value of $15
It's totally optional of course - but if you put a pressie in the basket, you can take another one out!
Date: Sunday 12th December 2010
Place: Hazelhurst Gallery 782 Kingsway Gymea NSW 2227
Time: 2pm - 5pm
If the weather is bad we will head to Lara's place next door to the gallery!
RSVP On this post or turn up on the day :-)
My mobile no. is 0439 519 748 if you cannot find us on the day!
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Nords Wharf Gets Crafty!
The Nords Wharf chapter of the Brown Owls meet again tonight at the Nords Wharf Community Hall, Marine Parade, Nords Wharf
(5 mins south of Swansea),
7-9pm.
Come and see the beautiful sunset as we sit, make and chat. We always have plenty of materials and inspiration for those who say 'I'm not very crafty', and then produce something unique and clever! Or you can bring along your own craft. Love to see you there. Gold coin donation for hall cover.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Sydney Brown Owls
Friday, November 19, 2010
St George and Sutherland Brown Owls November Wrap Up and Christmas Party Details
Christmas Party Details
Bring a plate and if you want to join in a Lucky Dip for the Secret Santa Swap - Craft Notions and/or Handmade Gifts to the value of $15
It's totally optional of course - but if you put a pressie in the basket, you can take another one out!
Date: Sunday 12th December 2010
Place: Hazelhurst Gallery 782 Kingsway Gymea NSW 2227
Time: 2pm - 5pm
If the weather is bad we will head to Lara's place next door to the gallery!
RSVP On this post or turn up on the day :-)
November Brown Owls
Was a great afternoon catch up and craft....
And Some Beautiful Backstitching!
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Adelaide BYO
Dear owls,
We've been quite industrious of late ... learning how to manipulate fabric with Emma Mill, then sewing up log cabin quilt blocks, so the next meet why not bring along your current project and enjoy a cup of tea amongst other crafty folk.
When: Wednesday November 24th
Time: 7-9:30pm
Where: The Box Factory, Regent Street South, Adelaide
Cost: $2 room hire
Hope to see you there for our very last meet at the Box Factory for 2010!
We've been quite industrious of late ... learning how to manipulate fabric with Emma Mill, then sewing up log cabin quilt blocks, so the next meet why not bring along your current project and enjoy a cup of tea amongst other crafty folk.
When: Wednesday November 24th
Time: 7-9:30pm
Where: The Box Factory, Regent Street South, Adelaide
Cost: $2 room hire
Hope to see you there for our very last meet at the Box Factory for 2010!
Cheers,
Your prefects :)
ps: The following Wednesday (8th of December) will be our Christmas Dinner at Brunelli's Cafe, please do drop us a comment over here if you can make it.
Your prefects :)
ps: The following Wednesday (8th of December) will be our Christmas Dinner at Brunelli's Cafe, please do drop us a comment over here if you can make it.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Brisbane Owls: Last meet up for 2010!
RSVP now for the last Brisbane meet up for 2010: Screen printing or BYO craft!
We're so excited to announce another very special Brisbane meet up with Ellie from Red Seed Studio. Ellie has kindly invited Brown Owls back to her fabulous studio for a little screen printing workshop or for those who prefer to work on their own craft we'll have a special space at the studio for you to stitch, knit or crochet to your heart's content!
Date: Sunday 21 November
Time: 10:30am-12:30pm. If you're screen printing you're welcome to come a little earlier to get started on your work.
Venue: 24 Vanda St, Woolloongabba, 4102 (parking is avail in the front yard, and some on street, but it's a residential street, so don't know weekend parking situations. There's sure to be parking on Logan Rd as well. Closest train station is Buranda (about 3 mins walk), and buses go along Logan Rd often).
About the Screen Printing Workshop
There is a limit of 10 people for this workshop so it's first in best dressed. You can either email brisbanebrownowls@gmail.com to book your place or leave a comment on this blog post. If you miss out and there is enough interest we'll run it again for the November meet up.
Cost: $20 each - this includes the inks and all printing stuff needed. Ellie has very kindly waived her tutoring fees so that we can take advantage of this very low price!
About the class: Learn the basics of screen printing onto fabric in this fun class. You'll hand cut your own stencils, using your original designs (Ellie will be there to help with design inspiration!), and then print using a blank screen and toxic-free printing ink. There is a lovely little table in the 'printing shed' (the garage), set in a quiet garden with lots of natural light and space.
Due to the short crafting time, if you work on a design idea before the day, that will increase your printing time available. Simple, bold designs often work best. Remember - you'll be hand cutting the design, so don't make anything too complicated.
What to bring:
* The cost of the workshop doesn't include any material / fabric to print onto however Ellie has 100% linen tea towels available for the special wholesale price of $5 each. If you would like to purchase some of these please leave a comment or email Ellie at redseedstudio@gmail.com so Ellie can make sure there are enough. Ellie may also have some linen and hemp / organic cotton at wholesale price (if anyone's interested, they can email Ellie at redseedstudio@gmail.com).
* Alternatively you can bring plain fabric, tea towels, tote bags (not too thick), t-shirts, singlets, onesies, pillow cases, cut fabric for a certain project (eg - the bodice of a dress, or a skirt panel, etc). Also thick card is nice to print on - to make posters or cards. Cut to size, or one big piece. (Smaller is better as a hand cut stencil is easier and quicker to cut if it's smaller. and 2 - 3hrs isn't a lot of time for intricate designs).
* Please bring an old shirt or apron to wear, as well as some scraps of calico or other fabric to use for test printing. If you have a hair dryer, please bring that along as well (to help dry the fabric quicker for more printing).
* If you have cutting boards, the sort used for stanley knives and cutting blades, not the quilting ones please bring them along.
* and don't forget your design ideas!
Or BYO craft
We'll be setting up a cosy little area in the lounge room or if the weather's nice out in the garden for those who would like to work on their own crafting. Rebecca and Sam will be there to help out with anyone wanting to learn the basics of crochet, knitting, embroidery or if you have any crafty questions/problems we'll do our best to help solve them :)
Everyone: Bring along a fold up chair, picnic blanket, cushions or something to sit on. Tea and coffee will be provided but feel free to show off your baking skills by bringing along some morning tea.
RSVP: Please rsvp by commenting on this post or email brisbanebrownowls@gmail.com by Wednesday 17 November.
Look forward to seeing you then!
Friday, November 12, 2010
MITCHAM BROWN OWLS.
Hi There Owlies,
Here we are at the end of the year and looking at our last meeting. What a year! Where did it go?
For our last meeting, we have decided to combine the Tuesday and Saturday class and have one final fling. Would every one like to bring a small plate to share and we will provide some Christmas drinks.
Caryn (Smooch Designs)and her family are moving back to New Zealand. She will be very much missed. We wish her and the family lots of fun and happiness.
We are looking at some interesting workshops for next year, has any one heard of temari?
Next year we will be having our classes on every second Tuesday of the month and every fouth Saturday, so I hope to have calendar ready to handout.
We'll look forward to seeing you and having a fun afternoon.
Lianne and Julie.
Where: Gallery One 1 Torrens Road, Mitcham PH:8272 4504
When: Saturday 20th November 2010 1.30 to 4.30
Cost: Room hire $4. New member once only joining fee : $10.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Brown Owls Sunday Social
Sunday November 14
From 11am
A Coffee and a Yarn, King St Newtown
Come along for some craft, coffee, company and chatter.
RSVP below
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Adelaide Christmas Dinner
Hi Adelaide Owls
It's time to organise our Christmas Dinner - hasn't this year flown by!
Dinner will be on the 8th of December at Brunelli's Cafe on Rundle St at 7pm.
Please RSVP by 1st of December to this post if you will be coming along.
As with last years dinner we will be having a lucky dip present swap on the night. If you’d like to participate please bring along a handmade gift wrapped and ready to swap.
Your Owl Prefects
Monday, November 8, 2010
Nords Wharf Owls
The Nords Wharf Brown Owls will be meeting this Tuesday evening 9th November,
at the Nords Wharf Hall,
Marine Parade, Nords Wharf from 7-9pm.
It's time to start thinking about making something creative and unique for Christmas. So why not come along and either start something new
or finish something old?
Canberra Brown Owls - 21st November
Back by popular demand, this month we'll be freezer-paper stencilling! This is a really simple technique that produces fabulous results on fabric.
Have a look here at the freezer paper Flickr group for inspiration:
http://www.flickr.com/groups/fpstencils/
You'll need to bring:
Here are some great places to start looking for a stencil or for a bit of information about the process. Best to try something simple to start with.
http://painting.about.com/od/freestencils/tp/free-stencils.htm
http://www.stencilry.org/stencils/
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?board=140.0
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=154651.0
And try using the image function to search Google for possible stencil images too.
Look forward to seeing you there - Sunday 21 November at 1:30 at the Downer Community Centre. Leave your RSVP or any questions in the comments, and let us know if you need supplies. Don't forget - $6 for the room hire and a plate of something yummy to share if you're so inclined!
Have a look here at the freezer paper Flickr group for inspiration:
http://www.flickr.com/groups/fpstencils/
You'll need to bring:
- a photocopy/printout of a design you want to stencil,
- something you want to stencil on to (t-shirt, tea towel, fabric),
- a pencil for tracing the design on to the freezer paper,
- an exacto or paper cutting knife, and
- a plastic lid or some kind of paint palette
- $6 for the room hire.
Here are some great places to start looking for a stencil or for a bit of information about the process. Best to try something simple to start with.
http://painting.about.com/od/freestencils/tp/free-stencils.htm
http://www.stencilry.org/stencils/
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?board=140.0
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=154651.0
And try using the image function to search Google for possible stencil images too.
Look forward to seeing you there - Sunday 21 November at 1:30 at the Downer Community Centre. Leave your RSVP or any questions in the comments, and let us know if you need supplies. Don't forget - $6 for the room hire and a plate of something yummy to share if you're so inclined!
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Log Cabin Quilt Block: ADELAIDE
Hi Brownies (teehe),
We are having out first ever quilt related workshop!! The talented quilting extraordinaire Catherine is going to spend 2 and 1/2 hours guiding us to sew this log cabin quilt block using the paper piecing method.
What to bring:
(if you wish to bring your own fabric)
Important bit: This workshop is open to those of you who already have a little bit of sewing machine experience, being able to thread your machine and sew a straight-ish line would be super helpful :)
When: Wednesday November 10th
Time: 7-9:30pm
Where: The Box Factory, Regent Street South, Adelaide
Cost: $2 plus $3 if you would like a fabric kit
NUMBERS: Eeek! We only have enough tables for 14 owls if quilting, so be speedy. There will be chairs free for those wanting to BYO, but possibly no tables? We'll work something out.How: Just RSVP by leaving a comment below by SATURDAY 6TH NOV to let us know if your quilting/BYOing AND if you need a kit, so Catherine can make enough :)
If you have any questions email me (Tracey) at adelaide-brown-owls@hotmail.com and I will ll get back to you asap.
See you there!
your owl prefects x
We are having out first ever quilt related workshop!! The talented quilting extraordinaire Catherine is going to spend 2 and 1/2 hours guiding us to sew this log cabin quilt block using the paper piecing method.
What to bring:
(if you wish to bring your own fabric)
- light coloured fabric scraps - up to 10 colours. Should be 1 1/2" wide and up to 7" long. some shorter lengths is fine
- dark coloured fabric scraps - up to 10 colours. Should be 1 1/2" thick and up to 7" long. some shorter lengths is fine, plus 1 piece should be at least 2 1/2" square
* If you would like a kit containing the above scraps it will cost $3, please say so in your RSVP, we'd hate for you to miss out :)
- scissors
- rotary cutter (optional, we will supply some)
- cutting mat (optional, we will supply some)
- quilters rule (optional, we will supply some)
- sewing machine (you do need to bring your own machine, however if you don't have one we can bring 2 extra machines please put in comment if you need a machine)
- pins
When: Wednesday November 10th
Time: 7-9:30pm
Where: The Box Factory, Regent Street South, Adelaide
Cost: $2 plus $3 if you would like a fabric kit
NUMBERS: Eeek! We only have enough tables for 14 owls if quilting, so be speedy. There will be chairs free for those wanting to BYO, but possibly no tables? We'll work something out.How: Just RSVP by leaving a comment below by SATURDAY 6TH NOV to let us know if your quilting/BYOing AND if you need a kit, so Catherine can make enough :)
If you have any questions email me (Tracey) at adelaide-brown-owls@hotmail.com and I will ll get back to you asap.
See you there!
your owl prefects x
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Canberra Gocco round-up!
Hi all!
I am happy to report that the Canberra Owls enjoyed a fabulous Sunday afternoon of Gocco-ing.
Michelle and Jo were kind enough to bring along their machine to give us a demonstration, and also had some examples of what they've been printing since their Gocco arrived - perfect inspiration!
And just look at some of the beautiful prints our clever owls made:
And, just when we thought things couldn't get better, George arrived with a giant bowl of her waffle batter and brand new waffle iron - she and her helpers kept us in delicious fresh warm waffles all afternoon!
Next month's meet will be held on Sunday November 21 - keep an eye out for details here on the blog really soon! We're planning on re-visiting one of our favourite crafts from last year: freezer paper stencil! In the meantime, you can check out the fun we had with freezer paper last time here!
I am happy to report that the Canberra Owls enjoyed a fabulous Sunday afternoon of Gocco-ing.
Michelle and Jo were kind enough to bring along their machine to give us a demonstration, and also had some examples of what they've been printing since their Gocco arrived - perfect inspiration!
And just look at some of the beautiful prints our clever owls made:
And, just when we thought things couldn't get better, George arrived with a giant bowl of her waffle batter and brand new waffle iron - she and her helpers kept us in delicious fresh warm waffles all afternoon!
Next month's meet will be held on Sunday November 21 - keep an eye out for details here on the blog really soon! We're planning on re-visiting one of our favourite crafts from last year: freezer paper stencil! In the meantime, you can check out the fun we had with freezer paper last time here!
St George and Sutherland Shire Brown Owls
It was an extremely small group of us last time and we finally made it to the comfy room at the Oatley Hotel! Katie and I worked on our Granny Squares (see her awesome work above) and Sam joined us and did some beautiful stitching!
Our next meeting is on a Sunday afternoon for coffee, cake and craft...come along and we can discuss plans for our Christmas meeting! Here are the detais:
Sunday Afternoon Coffee and Craft
Time to get out and about on a Sunday afternoon and craft it up in the chilled coffee house of Edmonds and Greer...
So get out your crafty bag and head down for a relaxing afternoon on
Sunday the 14th November 2010 from 2pm - 5pm
drop in anytime....the kitchen closes at 2.30pm but there is coffee and selected food available till 5pm.
Newbies are welcome! I have reserved the large table in the room by itself under the name 'Thouraya'
Edmonds and Greer
97 Mulga Rd Oatley NSW 2223
(02) 9585 8177
RSVP by Commenting on this post!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
:: Brown Owls Worldwide Club Room
Hello Owls!
I have created a brand new FACEBOOK GROUP for all owls worldwide. If you nip over there, you can request to join and post interesting stuff, view events and even chat live to other owls!
Won't that be great?! If you are an owl this year, or have previously been an owl.. please DO join us!!!
xx Pip
PS :: if you already have your own group, that is great too!
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Brown Owls at Nords Wharf
Just a reminder that the Brown Owls will be meeting tonight at Nords Wharf Community Hall, Marine Parade, Nords Wharf.
There will be a lino printing demonstration, plus lots of other inspirational materials to get creative with.
Or bring your own piece to work on.
Tea, coffee and slice too! It's from 7-9pm.
Gold coin donation for hall hire.
See you there.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
New! Welcome to Moreton Bay Brown Owls!
I am very excited to announce a brand-new chapter of Brown Owls - Moreton Bay, QLD!
This came about when fellow BrisStylette Mel from Moose and Bird and I had a chat at a recent BrisStyle event and realised we practically live down the road from each other... and that going all the way into the city for Brown Owls is a big trek!
So - a new beginning for some crafty girls - and we want to find some more people to join in! If you know anyone who lives in Moreton Bay shire north of Brissie (Caboolture, Bribie, Redcliffe etc) who you think would be up for some monthly crafty get-togethers, please send them my way!
Jess x
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
To all Brownies
Hi all Brown Owls! The Finnish Brown Owls (=still only me) would like to challenge you all to make softies for Mirabel. It is a charity much closer to you than to me. The distance has not prevented me from being a Brown Owl for three years already, nor from making softies for a good cause. You can read more about the Mirabel foundation and Pip's appeal here.
Here is my this year's softie, all recycled and whipped together in a very short time. The Flickr group has lots of links to free patterns, and you can get good ideas from the pictures of earlier years. I have my own blog post with links to my previous softies for Mirabel here.
The Mirabel projects have always been my Brown Owls activities as well. Last year I knitted two bunnies for my knitting badge and sent the results to Mirabel. I hope you will take my challenge and make at least one toy in every group of Brown Owls. Kids need toys for Christmas!
Fabric Manipulation Workshop: ADELAIDE!!
Dear Owls,
Next Wednesday the crafty Emma will be teaching us some fabric manipulation techniques. Come and learn how to manipulate a simple piece of fabric with a needle and thread into a beautiful texture - the possibilities are endless.
Techniques taught will be taken from the book "The Art of Manipulating Fabric" by Colette Wolff.
When: Wednesday October 27th
Time: 7-9:30pm
Where: The Box Factory, Regent Street South, Adelaide
Cost: $2 plus $2 if you need Calico
How: Just leave a comment below to let us know if your coming.
Next Wednesday the crafty Emma will be teaching us some fabric manipulation techniques. Come and learn how to manipulate a simple piece of fabric with a needle and thread into a beautiful texture - the possibilities are endless.
Techniques taught will be taken from the book "The Art of Manipulating Fabric" by Colette Wolff.
Supplies to bring on the night:
- ~1m square of a flat light coloured fabric (Emma will provide calico for $2 if you prefer, just mention this in your RSVP comment)
- needles
- thread to match your fabric
- scissors
- pins
- 30cm ruler / measuring tape
- fabric markers
Time: 7-9:30pm
Where: The Box Factory, Regent Street South, Adelaide
Cost: $2 plus $2 if you need Calico
How: Just leave a comment below to let us know if your coming.
See you then!
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Friday, October 15, 2010
Mitcham Brown owls
Our beautiful logo designed by Jo Schofield.
Hi Owlies,
Its time for our next Saturday afternoon meeting. This month we are having a
"Finish something off" Meeting. Do you have something that has been sitting for a while? Bring it along and finish it off.
Of course, there will also be "Learn to knit and crochet" available.
Don't forget about the free 1940's fashion parade at the Unley Town Hall , this Saturday and Sunday. Bookings essential ph: 8372 5117.
Where: Gallery One,
1 Torrens Rd
Mitcham.
Ph 8272 4504
When: Saturday 23rd October 1.30 to 4.00 pm
We hope to see you there!
Julie and Lianne.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Nords Wharf Brown Owls
You may be wondering 'where the hell is Nords Wharf?', well it's a great little coastal community about 1/2 hour south of Newcastle, NSW. We've not long started our own Brown Owls group and are having a great time meeting new people and sharing ideas.
We meet every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. At our next meeting you will be able to see a lino printing demonstration and try it out for yourself, or bring along your own art and craft to work on. All you need to bring is a gold coin donation to cover the cost of hall hire.
Next meeting: Tuesday 26th October, 2010
Time: 7-9pm
Where? Nords Wharf Community Hall, Marine Parade Nords Wharf, NSW, 2281.
Please RSVP in the comments below if you're interested in coming to the lino printing workshop.
or go to www.theartydog.blogspot for more info and photos of our past meetings.
Monday, October 11, 2010
St George and Sutherland Shire Brown Owls
October Meeting
Date: Next Monday 18th October 2010
Time: 7pm - 10pm
Location: Oatley Hotel - 8 Oatley Avenue - Oatley NSW 2223..
I was going to head to the Penshurst RSL but I'd have to join and then their website gave up on me and it was a tough day so I went back to the old Oatley Hotel!
I am going to head over early and get a spot either in the comfy room or in the front room so we won't get pushed around!!!
Bring along your craft of choice!
Please RSVP in the comments below!
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Canberra - 24 October - go go gocco
Hello Owls!
This month is 'Goctober' in Canberra, as the lovely Michelle and Jo have offered to bring along their Gocco machine to our next meet, on Sunday October 24th!
lovely Gocco print journal cover from Michelle's blog
For anyone wanting to try their hand at making their own Gocco prints the girls will have kits available for $15 - this will cover the costs of bulbs and one screen each (which is enough to print one design on either fabric or paper). From one inked screen you get about 4-5 decent post-card sized prints.
Please prepare the design you would like to make your Gocco print from in advance to bring along on the day - it needs to be postcard sized and either drawn with a carbon pen or photocopied on a toner copier. You will also need to bring along what ever you would like to print on to - paper/card or fabric are fine.
Orders for the necessary Gocco bits and pieces will have to be done this week to make sure we have everything in time for our meet, so if you would like to make your own Gocco prints you need to RSVP in the comments below with your request for a kit by this Thursday October 14th
Making the Gocco prints won't take very long, so please also bring along something else to work on too =) (seeing what my clever owly friends are crafting up is my favourite part!!)
If you would like to know more about Gocco there is a great overview here, and if you have any specific questions please let us know and we will pass them on to Michelle and Jo! =)
As usual we will be meeting from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm at Downer Community Centre. Please bring along $6 for room hire, as well as $15 for your kit if you want to Gocco, and a small plate of something for afternoon tea if you would like.
Don't to forget to RSVP below by Thursday 14th October to order a kit if you would like to make your own Gocco print!
Can't wait to see you then! =)
Bron, Naomi, Michelle and George x
This month is 'Goctober' in Canberra, as the lovely Michelle and Jo have offered to bring along their Gocco machine to our next meet, on Sunday October 24th!
For anyone wanting to try their hand at making their own Gocco prints the girls will have kits available for $15 - this will cover the costs of bulbs and one screen each (which is enough to print one design on either fabric or paper). From one inked screen you get about 4-5 decent post-card sized prints.
Please prepare the design you would like to make your Gocco print from in advance to bring along on the day - it needs to be postcard sized and either drawn with a carbon pen or photocopied on a toner copier. You will also need to bring along what ever you would like to print on to - paper/card or fabric are fine.
Orders for the necessary Gocco bits and pieces will have to be done this week to make sure we have everything in time for our meet, so if you would like to make your own Gocco prints you need to RSVP in the comments below with your request for a kit by this Thursday October 14th
Making the Gocco prints won't take very long, so please also bring along something else to work on too =) (seeing what my clever owly friends are crafting up is my favourite part!!)
If you would like to know more about Gocco there is a great overview here, and if you have any specific questions please let us know and we will pass them on to Michelle and Jo! =)
As usual we will be meeting from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm at Downer Community Centre. Please bring along $6 for room hire, as well as $15 for your kit if you want to Gocco, and a small plate of something for afternoon tea if you would like.
Don't to forget to RSVP below by Thursday 14th October to order a kit if you would like to make your own Gocco print!
Can't wait to see you then! =)
Bron, Naomi, Michelle and George x
Friday, October 8, 2010
MITCHAM BROWN OWLS
Our beautiful logo designed for us by Jo Schofield.
Hi Owlies,
Me apologies for the late posting. Our next meeting is upon us.
We are having a "finish something off" Meeting. Something that has been sitting for a while? Its time to finish it.
There will also be learn to knit and crochet.
We also have our big Tea Cosy Extravaganza on Saturday the 15th of October. Please ensure you book a place by phoning Lianne on 8271 2624.
Our next meeting details are:
Where: Gallery One
1 Torrens Street
Mitcham.
When: Tuesday 12th October 7:00 - 9:30 pm
Cost $4. room hire.
Please rsvp.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Brisbane Owls get ready to screen print!
Brisbane Owls get ready to screen print!
We're so excited to announce this very special Brisbane meet up with Ellie from Red Seed Studio. Ellie has kindly invited Brown Owls to her fabulous studio for a little screen printing workshop or for those who prefer to work on their own craft we'll have a special space at the studio for you to stitch, knit or crochet to your heart's content!
Date: Sunday 31 October
Time: 10:30am-12:30pm. If you're screen printing you're welcome to come a little earlier to get started on your work.
Venue: 24 Vanda St, Woolloongabba, 4102 (parking is avail in the front yard, and some on street, but it's a residential street, so don't know weekend parking situations. There's sure to be parking on Logan Rd as well. Closest train station is Buranda (about 3 mins walk), and buses go along Logan Rd often).
About the Screen Printing Workshop
There is a limit of 10 people for this workshop so it's first in best dressed. You can either email brisbanebrownowls@gmail.com to book your place or leave a comment on this blog post. If you miss out and there is enough interest we'll run it again for the November meet up.
Cost: $20 each - this includes the inks and all printing stuff needed. Ellie has very kindly waived her tutoring fees so that we can take advantage of this very low price!
About the class: Learn the basics of screen printing onto fabric in this fun class. You'll hand cut your own stencils, using your original designs (Ellie will be there to help with design inspiration!), and then print using a blank screen and toxic-free printing ink. There is a lovely little table in the 'printing shed' (the garage), set in a quiet garden with lots of natural light and space.
Due to the short crafting time, if you work on a design idea before the day, that will increase your printing time available. Simple, bold designs often work best. Remember - you'll be hand cutting the design, so don't make anything too complicated.
What to bring:
* The cost of the workshop doesn't include any material / fabric to print onto however Ellie has 100% linen tea towels available for the special wholesale price of $5 each. If you would like to purchase some of these please leave a comment or email Ellie at redseedstudio@gmail.com so Ellie can make sure there are enough. Ellie may also have some linen and hemp / organic cotton at wholesale price (if anyone's interested, they can email Ellie at redseedstudio@gmail.com).
* Alternatively you can bring plain fabric, tea towels, tote bags (not too thick), t-shirts, singlets, onesies, pillow cases, cut fabric for a certain project (eg - the bodice of a dress, or a skirt panel, etc). Also thick card is nice to print on - to make posters or cards. Cut to size, or one big piece. (Smaller is better as a hand cut stencil is easier and quicker to cut if it's smaller. and 2 - 3hrs isn't a lot of time for intricate designs).
* Please bring an old shirt or apron to wear, as well as some scraps of calico or other fabric to use for test printing. If you have a hair dryer, please bring that along as well (to help dry the fabric quicker for more printing).
* If you have cutting boards, the sort used for stanley knives and cutting blades, not the quilting ones please bring them along.
* and don't forget your design ideas!
Or BYO craft
We'll be setting up a cosy little area in the lounge room or if the weather's nice out in the garden for those who would like to work on their own crafting. Both Rebecca and Sam will be there to help out with anyone wanting to learn the basics of crochet, knitting, embroidery or if you have any crafty questions/problems we'll do our best to help solve them :)
Everyone: Bring along a fold up chair, picnic blanket, cushions or something to sit on. Tea and coffee will be provided but feel free to show off your baking skills by bringing along some morning tea.
RSVP: Please rsvp by commenting on this post or email brisbanebrownowls@gmail.com by Wednesday 20 October.
Look forward to seeing you then!
We're so excited to announce this very special Brisbane meet up with Ellie from Red Seed Studio. Ellie has kindly invited Brown Owls to her fabulous studio for a little screen printing workshop or for those who prefer to work on their own craft we'll have a special space at the studio for you to stitch, knit or crochet to your heart's content!
Date: Sunday 31 October
Time: 10:30am-12:30pm. If you're screen printing you're welcome to come a little earlier to get started on your work.
Venue: 24 Vanda St, Woolloongabba, 4102 (parking is avail in the front yard, and some on street, but it's a residential street, so don't know weekend parking situations. There's sure to be parking on Logan Rd as well. Closest train station is Buranda (about 3 mins walk), and buses go along Logan Rd often).
About the Screen Printing Workshop
There is a limit of 10 people for this workshop so it's first in best dressed. You can either email brisbanebrownowls@gmail.com to book your place or leave a comment on this blog post. If you miss out and there is enough interest we'll run it again for the November meet up.
Cost: $20 each - this includes the inks and all printing stuff needed. Ellie has very kindly waived her tutoring fees so that we can take advantage of this very low price!
About the class: Learn the basics of screen printing onto fabric in this fun class. You'll hand cut your own stencils, using your original designs (Ellie will be there to help with design inspiration!), and then print using a blank screen and toxic-free printing ink. There is a lovely little table in the 'printing shed' (the garage), set in a quiet garden with lots of natural light and space.
Due to the short crafting time, if you work on a design idea before the day, that will increase your printing time available. Simple, bold designs often work best. Remember - you'll be hand cutting the design, so don't make anything too complicated.
What to bring:
* The cost of the workshop doesn't include any material / fabric to print onto however Ellie has 100% linen tea towels available for the special wholesale price of $5 each. If you would like to purchase some of these please leave a comment or email Ellie at redseedstudio@gmail.com so Ellie can make sure there are enough. Ellie may also have some linen and hemp / organic cotton at wholesale price (if anyone's interested, they can email Ellie at redseedstudio@gmail.com).
* Alternatively you can bring plain fabric, tea towels, tote bags (not too thick), t-shirts, singlets, onesies, pillow cases, cut fabric for a certain project (eg - the bodice of a dress, or a skirt panel, etc). Also thick card is nice to print on - to make posters or cards. Cut to size, or one big piece. (Smaller is better as a hand cut stencil is easier and quicker to cut if it's smaller. and 2 - 3hrs isn't a lot of time for intricate designs).
* Please bring an old shirt or apron to wear, as well as some scraps of calico or other fabric to use for test printing. If you have a hair dryer, please bring that along as well (to help dry the fabric quicker for more printing).
* If you have cutting boards, the sort used for stanley knives and cutting blades, not the quilting ones please bring them along.
* and don't forget your design ideas!
Or BYO craft
We'll be setting up a cosy little area in the lounge room or if the weather's nice out in the garden for those who would like to work on their own crafting. Both Rebecca and Sam will be there to help out with anyone wanting to learn the basics of crochet, knitting, embroidery or if you have any crafty questions/problems we'll do our best to help solve them :)
Everyone: Bring along a fold up chair, picnic blanket, cushions or something to sit on. Tea and coffee will be provided but feel free to show off your baking skills by bringing along some morning tea.
RSVP: Please rsvp by commenting on this post or email brisbanebrownowls@gmail.com by Wednesday 20 October.
Look forward to seeing you then!
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