Sunday, July 11, 2010

Canberra owls carve it up in July

Oh what fun we'll have this month! We're going to try our hands at stamp carving. There are a myriad of tutorials out there - and here are just a few:

The hard bit is going to be choosing what design you want to make! Keep in mind it's a bit like stencil making - you want to start with a pretty simple design that's easy to cut around.

We've got two sets of carving tools - but we could use a couple of extra if anyone has any. You can pick them up at craft shops for about $15 if you're really keen.

If you would like a kit containing two erasers and a blank card let us know on the rsvp of the Brown Owls post. You'll need $3 for the kit and use of the stamps and carving tools, or just $1.50 if you want to use the stamps and carving tools. Or you can bring your own!

The next meeting is on 25 July at the Downer Community Centre at 2.00pm. Don't forget your $6 for room hire and any nibbles you might want to bring. Can't wait to see you!

Naomi, Bron, George and Michelle.

15 comments:

Michelle said...

I'm in! I will pick up some carving tools, and won't need a kit.

cass said...

I'm in for sure.
I'll need a kit (is the eraser for carving?)

Cass

Bron said...

yes - i'm in!
i'd love a kit please! thanks =)

Michelle said...

Sorry I can't make it. Hope you all have fun!

Joanne said...

I'll be there- I will need a kit- hope it is not too late to let you guys know

Joanne

cristy said...

I'll be there (for the first hour or so) and I'd love a kit if I'm not too late. I have some lino carving tools that I'll bring along, in case they are of any use.

JenMeister said...

I'll be there too and would also like a kit if I'm not too late. I'll bring along my lino cutting tools :)

Anonymous said...

I'll be there I don't need a kit. Sandra A

Anonymous said...

Im so sorry I wont be able to make it this month. (and Im so sorry Im so late too! Bad George!)

Anoymous George xo

Jackie said...

Hi, I would love to come along (first visit!) I will need a kit if its not too late otherwise I am happy to watch!

Unknown said...

Hello Wonderful Ladies!
I can't make it this month due to being over committed. (Or I wonder if that's I should be committed!)
I hope you have a most wonderful day!
Ange

Kathy said...

I'll be there...really looking forward to this one. I hve some lino cutting tools somewhere, will dig them out and bring them along. I won't need a kit. See you all there!

Unknown said...

Sorry for the late response...had left laptop powerpack in Melbourne - doh! Anyhoo...hoping to come just not sure, fingers (or tallons) crossed I finish my chores in time. PS do owls have tallons?

Anonymous said...

I've got plenty of stuff for all! Newby's welcome! See you all tomorrow!
Naomi

Mandor said...

Hi ladies,

I'm going to be missing this month as well :(
Curse you weekend work shifts!

Amanda :)