Max and I are back from Shingwedzi in the Kruger park after a weekend of awesome Baroque music. Thanks to Kim and Monty who have been organising this event for 21 years and also to Richard for the fantastic music. The drive back on Sunday was hair raising and we were ahead of the Moria traffic! Never mind, we got back safely and are putting our names down again for next year.
The last Crafty Ladies meeting was small but most enjoyable. Thank again to the ladies who attended. Our remaining two days will have workshops to stimulate and motivate us to get our hands busy.
Our next meeting will be on the 17th October and we will be doing a weaving workshop with Glynis who is coming all the way from Hoedspruit. I have received details of the class from her and this is what we will be making - I can't wait. Weaving is something I have wanted to try since forever.
The warp set up and ready to go!!!!!
This is the finished object which Glynis assures me is doable in a day. In case you are wondering, it is a cover for an I-pad. I like, I like!
The workshop costs R300 and Glynis will provide the looms. There are 4 places left so contact me SOON. She will also have cotton available to purchase but you are welcome to bring your own Vinnie's cotton if you have some in your stash. The pouch in the picture took five 50g balls to weave. Four colours were used, and the principle colour which also formed the weft needed two balls of yarn. Don't worry too much about the technical terms - Glynis will explain all.
Our final workshop will be Creative Knitting. I will give you more details closer to the time. Linda is unfortunately unable to fly up but Marita has very kindly agreed to help us out. I have seen a picture of the project and it is going to be a lot of fun.
Remember to let me know if you will be joining us on 17th October and also if you would like to be included for the weaving.
