Heritage Lace for Today
There are going to be some tricky times ahead. With the current government guidance regarding social gatherings, Inspire Learning are cancelling all course from 17th March and will not opening summer courses till the current situation with covid 19
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With other courses and events please contact as things are changing with daily updates!
Main thing stay safe and carryon crafting
But carry on crafting!!!
First fair of 2020 – celebrating #internationalwomensday with @nottinghamshirewi at Lutterall Hall West Bridgford on the 7th March – there will be lots of interesting stalls.
Well it will be soon a new decade and have you decided on any resolutions or challenges?
I will taking part in the Instagram lace challenge– so look out for daily postings!!
If you want try or develop your lacemaking skills I have set up dates below; these are small classes so please get it contact to book a space
All Class are 10-12.30 at Giltbrook NG16 2GW
06/01/2020 27/01/2020
03/02/2020 24/02/2020
02/03/2020 30/03/2020
06/04/2020 27/04/2020
04/05/2020 25/05/2020
01/06/2020 29/06/2020
06/07/2020 27/07/2020
Evening sessions are 7-9:30 at Giltbrook NG16 2GW
06/01/2020 27/01/2020
03/02/2020 24/02/2020
02/03/2020 30/03/2020
06/04/2020 27/04/2020
04/05/2020 25/05/2020
01/06/2020 29/06/2020
06/07/2020 27/07/2020
please book your space – either by email, phone (spaces are limited, this means to can ask questions and develop at your own speed)
splamping@outlook.com
07894040076
http://www.spcreativecrafts.com
Over the last few weeks I have several sessions with Inspire Learning at Mansfield Woodhouse.
We have had Bobbin Lace – but also Family Learning – Christmas Crafts, Creative Christmas, Design and print your own wrapping paper and Christmas Felt Decorations.
Over the course we have made pom-poms, fabric pine cones, EPP decorations, winter landscape lanterns, Polar bear, Poinsettia and other felt decorations
More courses with Inspire Learning can be found on their website or via Eventbrite
Well it October and Goose Fair (a Nottingham Fair) has finished and thoughts go on to Halloween.
Last week I was given a box of dolls – well what to do, after meeting there previous own. I was given permission to set spooky with them.
Using several mix media techniques and products I have created some creepy dolls. And some I have used Art Deco Glow in the dark paint on them, or elements of them. If interested in having one please get it touch.
Some of dolls before – now need take the dolls out to get some more after photos
I have added some new items to my Etsy shop and over the next couple of weeks more will be added.
Some beautiful Owl Pendants have been added
And some to Bangle Kits – each one has its own individual threads – so if you love one of the colours then best to get it now!!!! the kits comes with pattern, frame & thread.
Today was GCSE results and last week was A Levels – congratulations to all those that got results they need for next step in life; but if they aren’t want to expected – there is something out there for you!!
If you looking for a creative break from things or looking to try something new, I have a selection of courses starting this Autumn with Inspire Learning.
I have listed the courses below; but there lots others available including maths and English skills etc
https://www.inspire culture.org.uk/skills-learning/new-brochures/
12th September – 24th October ( 6 weeks)
Button Jewellery – Mansfield Woodhouse
12th September – 24th October ( 6 weeks)
Indian Block Printing – Mansfield Woodhouse
16th September – 14th September (5 weeks) 6-8pm
Taste of Traditional Crafts – Newark Library-
Within this Course you will be have a taste of Traditional Crafts such as Patchwork, Quilting, Embroidery, Weaving & Bobbin Lace. Looking at the history and the development of the craft and how it was developed over time. You will get time to have a go at the difference crafts and see how these can be added to your creative skills.
20th September – 18th October (5 weeks) 13:00-15:00
Bag Making – Southwell Library
28th September – 12th October (3 Weeks) 9:30-12
Introduction to Felt – Arnold Library
1st October
Needlefelt Poppy Brooch – Workshop Library
22nd October –
Buttons at Retford Library
2nd November
Needle-Felt Poppy – West Bridgford Library
4th November – 9th December (6 weeks) 6-8pm
Making a Creative Christmas – Newark Library
21st November
introduction to Lacemaking
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Making a Creative Christmas – Newark Library
Historic Buttons workshop – Arnold Library
22nd November – 6th December
Introduction to Bobbin Lace – Christmas theme
Saturday 14th December – Mansfield library
AM – Designing your own Wrapping Paper
PM – Christmas Felt Decorations
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– book these via Inspire or Eventbrite
You can also call them to book on 01623 677 200
I have had the pleasure of introducing or re-introduction Bobbin Lace at Nottinghamshire Inspire Learning at West Bridgford Library. The class were introduced to the rich heritage of the lace and the links to Nottingham Industry Of Lace.
The emphasis of the class was learning and getting grip of the traditional Bobbin Lace Tools and the two stitches.
Some of the class have continue in one way or another- here are some of the fantastic work they have achieved.
Well spring sunshine is shining today; isn’t it lovely 😊
With several spring fairs coming up including Nottingham Makers Market at the Golden Fleece and Spring Festival at Hilltop (Eastwood – 23rd March) decided to make some note books great for gifts and making new plans.
I have used my Indian Printing Block to decorate these lovely books – A5 and A6
The Blocks are all hand craved in Jaipur, providing work for the community and keeping the heritage skills alive.
These are available from me at my Spring Fairs or contact me directly.
Last week we had lots of deals on the tv and the net for Black Friday – so I decided to let you know that I have included a discount code of 20% of any purchases on my Etsy Shop – SP Creative Crafts for purchases totally over £15 (cyberlace)
I will also adding new items all week Of still time to get something purchased and posted for Christmas. I will aim to post everything same day or next day. 😀
If looking for something special which had been individually made with a touch of Heritage – then you be in the right place
SP Creative Crafts