The Crafter’s Way 163 – Fabulous Fibres

This week’s Messenger column - Fabulous Fibres The Textile Art Group is presenting a stunning exhibition, Nature as Designer, at the Graydon Gallery Newfarm until 19^th December.

The exhibition showcases the work of 11 talented Textile Artists from across the South East with at least five of the Artists residing within the Moreton Bay Region. The diversity of Textile Artists includes creative embroiderers, fabric painters, wearable art designers, felt makers and art quilters. Each Artist brings their unique style to create an eclectic exhibition.

One of the Artists is Redcliffe resident, Helen Forrest. Helen began quilting 15 years ago and more recently began making art quilts. The images accompanying the column are some of Helen’s work that will be included in the Nature as Designer exhibition.

The Graydon Gallery is at 29 Merthyr Rd. Newfarm and is open 10am -6pm Monday – Saturday, 11 am – 5 pm first Sunday, 11 am – 3.30 pm last Sunday.

And now for something completely different. If you are looking for some crafty activities to keep the kids occupied until Christmas many of our libraries are conducting low cost craft activities. Bookings are essential. I’ve listed some of the activities below however contact your local library for further information.

Albany Creek Library: 13-17^th Dec, times vary. Christmas Crafts for 7-12 yr old

Arana Hills Library: 15^th & 16^th Dec, 10.30am – 11.30am. Kids Christmas Crafts 7-11yrs.

Bribie Island Library: 15^th Dec, 3.30pm -5pm. Christmas Crafts & Activities

Burpengary Library: 16^th Dec, 10 – 11.30am. Kids Christmas Cardmaking

Narangba Library: 14^th Dec, 11-12noon. Creative Christmas Crafts for Kids, ages 7+.