Decoupage Classes - 2012-03-13 Anyone interested in attending a special decoupage class can contact me by phone or email. The cost is R250 plus a special rate of R50 for a follow up class. All materials are included. Paint, brushes, modge and varnish. Plus notes and tea/coffee. Classes are 3 hours.
Learn to decoupage on wood with additional information about other surface...more Open Day 3rd March - 2012-03-06 Thanks to everyone who participated in the Open Day and also to those who popped in "to have a look". There were some really exceptional pieces on display. Laure's Venice scene is almost finished and will be amazing once the water is complete. Its hard to photograph but once complete I will put it on the site. Mel's mosaic ...more January 2012 - 2012-01-01 Happy New Year may it be creative and full of new ideas! Please feel free to share them with us.
Classes begin on Wednesday the 25th January. Thursday classes will probably open the following week, please check first.
There will be an Open Day on 3rd March with some other exhibitors taking part. Nunkie is bringing clothes from her fash...more December 2011 - 2011-12-11 Its almost Christmas. Impossible to belive how fast this year has flown by. its been very exciting. Lots of new products and ideas. We even did the Emperors Palace Craft Show which was great fun...
Mel brought our Martin Cheek and we did a workshop with him at Seedpod. I finally finished my "cheeky" peacock done with Mexican smalti.
Th...more Pendants & Angels - 2011-11-29 These are two recent projects. The first is not new but every one is different. There are different shapes available but these were what were requested. There is Mexican smalti in stock now as well as Orsoni (Italian) and the colours are incredible. The pieces of smalti combine well with the millefiore to make up your key chain or pendant. Once com...more Martin Cheek South Africa - 2011-10-13 Anyone who collects Mosaic Books should have at least one of Martin's books in their library. I have 3 and there is a new one coming out in November. www.martincheek.com. Mel from Mel Miller's Mosaic's, www.melmiller.co.za organised to bring him out. He has a pretty hectic schedule as he came to us from Australia. His...more Mosaic Inserts from the Cape - 2011-09-30 Please have a look at these new inserts and let me know if you would like to order some. The prices are very competitive.
Its often fun to add an extra piece here and there to create a picture with your mosaic....more Student Projects - 2011-08-28 Recently the students have been involved with very different projects. Mosaiced birds on a branch, a beautiful bronze/ copper toned mirror which is made up of granite type tiles, stained glass and variegated leaf, a mosaic flower portrait in a vase, a glazed bowl with a decorated border... I can only put two photo's i...more Cupcakes etc - 2011-08-06 Last week Jillian finished her cupcake set. This included a tray with 3 mosaiced cupcakes and a cupcake potstand with a single tile full of cupcakes. The paint effect on the side is kwikcrack with pink underneath and white on top. The completed set looks very cute.
Laure has finished her bird coat hanger it just needs filling in and grouting. A gr...more Decoupage - 2011-07-28 Decoupage in its modern incarnation has many variations. It is possible to decorate a surface such as a tray a box or even a cupboard with carefully selected and cut out pictures. The pictures need to suit the item on which you are decoupaging them. It takes longer than sticking down a solid piece of paper but is much more rewarding. It is therapeu...more Ostrich Shell Mosaic & Baobab Tree Tray - 2011-07-24 Should you wish to try using ostrich shell we sell it according to weight in a plastic container. Its easy to work with as you can crush it by hand. A normal mosaic cutter is helpful for getting the shape right. For inspiration and ideas look at www.avoova.co.za. They have taken working with ostrich shell to amazing heights. Everything from fr...more Craft Show Emperors Palace - 2011-07-08 Craft Shows are always a mixed blessing! Lots of hard work but also lots of fun. Its four years since I did the last one also at Emperors. My neighbours were all very nice which made it easier. There were lots of visitors and it felt as though we made some new friends.
We had Ostrich shell for sale to make up mirrors or trays, potstands, bro...more Emperors Palace / Your Family Craft Show 1st to 3rd July 2011 - 2011-06-16 We have made a last minute decision to be at the show , again... This time we will be bringing lots of exciting stuff to inspire you!
There will be gold leaf and all the products and materials that you need to gild. These will be available in kit form with notes. Also Ostrich Egg Decoupage kits with a stand and all the products needed w...more Craft Open Day 4th June - 2011-06-06 Thank you to all participants. Thanks so much to all the students who brought some of their work. Thanks to everyone who attended. It was great fun and very inspiring. There were examples of smalti, ostrich shell mosaic, some decoupage and a few panels. Laure's ostrich shell mirror, Lee's gorgeous snail and Magda's very dramati...more Reminder Open Day Saturday 4th June 10am to 2pm - 2011-05-20 Please join us at Ladybird Crafts in Lynnwood Glen. Entrance Main Gate Delaware. RSVP please : Carol on 0824565923 or email ladybird@mweb.co.za.
There will be craft items on display. Also items for sale .Blanks, Mosaic and related craft items.
There will be examples of Decoupage, Paint Techniques, Gilding and Mosaic. If you would like ...more Craft Classes & Kits - 2011-05-04 Saturday 14th May there will be a Basic Paint Techniques Workshop. Distressing/ Kwikcrack and Antique Crackle. All materials and notes provided includes tea/coffee & biscuits. These techniques can be used for Decoupage or combined with Mosaic. If you enjoy decorating furniture or frames it's also of value. This is a 3 hour works...more Mosaic - 2011-03-21 Mosaic classes have been going well. A few students made the same smalti landscape piece. Its actually an amazing beginners piece as you can use almost the whole piece of smalti. There is not a lot of cutting and you don't need too many colours.The book is called the complete book of mosaics by Emma Biggs and Tessa Hunkin ISBN 0 7621 0613...more Paint Techniques - 2011-02-20 Should you be interested in learning Paint Techniques the following courses are now available:
Most Paint Technique Courses cover 4 to 5 techniques in a morning. Often the student finds this is more than they can remember. These techiques are taught one at a time. Cost R280 for the first class, this includes a set of brushes value R80 pl...more Metal Key Holder Project - 2011-02-19 Some new ideas and items to decorate. Last week I found this lovely metal keyholder. There are other larger items in this range as well. Its always good to find something practical that looks beautiful and can be used. This is especially important if you love making things.
The more versatile the undecorated item the better. This metal key ...more January 2011 - 2011-01-25 Classes started again last week and it was great to be teaching again. Not too much work was done as everyone caught up with their news after the holidays. There have been quite a few decoupage enquiries for a change and less mosaic.
Classes are still Wednesday and Thursday mornings 9.30 to 12.30. The next Saturday class is the 12th February...more Craft Books - 2011-01-14 An inventory of the craft books that I have collected over the past 13 years has finally been done. There are more than 160 books. Some better than others. Books are a very personal issue and what I like may not appeal to someone else. I have put asterisks next to those that I personally found most helpful or interesting. The list is attached ...more Craft Classes 2011 - 2010-12-21 Anyone wanting to attend classes in 2011 is welcome to contact me. Email is probably best initially as there are a number of different options for classes.
The basic beginners mosaic class consists of a potstand 20cm x 20cm. This means that the project is not too intimidating. Its possible to plan something very easy or even something more complic...more Mosaic Exhibition & other important information - 2010-11-22 From 23rd November to 4th December there is a MASA Mosaic Exhibition at Mosaic Arts in Siersteen Street Silverton. Please try to go, it's amazing.. The range and variety of tiles available at Mosaic Arts is also incredible.
7th December Ladybird Crafts is hosting an end of year Tea. Please rsvp by 1st December to 0824565923. Cost R20 for stud...more Spring - 2010-08-27 Now has to be the best time to try something new. For about 14 years I have been involved in crafts. It started with Decoupage but now involves mosaic, paint techniques, gilding and combinations of the techniques.
There is always something exciting happening. Going to Venice to Orsoni was amazing, I had heard of smalti but really knew nothing abou...more - 2010-08-09 ...more Decoupage - 2010-07-18 Recently there seem to be a number of new decoupage students. After months of concentrating on Mosaic it feels very different. Mosaic is wonderful but results take time. Decoupage sometimes offers the quick fix.
Decoupage with serviettes under glass is quick and easy. The secret is to choose the right picture and the right backgrou...more Gilding or all that glitters is not gold - 2010-05-08 These days gilding is mosltly applied to frames and antique pieces of furniture such as chairs. The technique is shrouded in mystery and believed to be very expensive. If you are going to paper your bedroom with 23 carat leaf as have Dolce & Gabbana, yes it is! Recently I had the opportunity in Venice of watching real gold leaf being created. I...more Decoupage including new techniques - 2010-04-30 For those of you interested in increasing your Decoupage knowledge there is a workshop on Tuesday 4th May.
Lorraine from Mr Hooks will be giving a Workshop and a Dem on some new techniques. Cloisonne is the technique she will do in the hands on workshop and the Dems will show liquid bake and serviette seal.
Please contact me if you are intereste...more New Craft Classes for March - 2010-02-26 On Tuesday 9th March from 9.30 to 12.30 there will be a Beginners Paint Technique Class . Distressing, Antique Crackle, Kwik Crack, Sponging and Antiquing will be taught on sample boards.
Cost R350 includes materials, notes and tea/coffee.
These techniques are great to combine with Mosaic and Decoupage, especially on pieces of furn...more classes for 2010 - 2010-01-12 Classes begin again on Wednesday the 20th January. The first Saturday class will be 6th February . Evening Classes start Tuesday the 6th, the follow up class will be the 16th.
Please note that Lynnwood Glen is now a gated area and any students attending classes must enter at the gate on Delaware Rd, or Ilkey. If you come off Glenwood, Delawa...more Pique Assiette etc.. - 2009-09-28 At last. The tray is finished. Well almost! For a change I decided to use two different colour grouts. Pink on the outside and cream on the plate itself. Having finished it I didnt like the pale cream, it came out a sort of insipid pink. So in a moment of madness without consulting Margrit I decided to regrout the whole tray the dusty pink. I liked...more Craft Week at Jimnettes - 2009-08-24 Jimnettes are hosting a Spring Craft Week with Demonstrations and Workshops Tuesday 1st September to 5th September.
Contact us for Details.
Decoupage, Paint Techniques, Gilding, Mosaic Inserts, Stenciling, Painting, Pewter etc......more Special Decoupage Class Friday 4th September - 2009-08-24 Wendy McAnearney from Wendy's Decoupage is giving a one off Decoupage and Paint Techniques Class at Ladybird Craft 52 Alcade Rd Lynnwood Glen. Bookings essential. Cost R295 includes all materials and Tea. Time 9.30 to 12.30. Contact Carol on 082 4565923 to book. Booking Essential
Wendy will demonstrate some new decoupage and paint techniqu...more Decoupage on Metal - 2009-08-11 A few weeks ago we had a lovely display of metal items in the window of Jimnettes. Since then there have been a number of enquiries regarding the technique. There is more than one way as always but I am attaching Sandy's version. Her work is gorgeous. She has managed to collect a vast array of different items to practice on. Some you can find ...more Classes for August - 2009-08-05 There is only one Saturday class in August. This will be held on the 15th from 9.30 to 12.30. It is filling up fast if there is anyone still wanting to book. The cost is R395. The price includes materials, use of cutters, notes and refreshments.
Regular classes continue on Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9.30 to 12.30. Thursdays are full wi...more Mosaic Collage Mirror - 2009-07-16
My newest collage mirror is shown . It took much longer than I thought to make. They often do. Once complete it looks quick and easy but a lot of planning is involved. One has to ensure that the mirror is as balanced as possible in terms of design.There are so many types of materials availabe to use. On this one I have used glass tiles, s...more Collage Mirrors - 2009-06-23 Finally I have managed to obtain a selection of fridge magnets for us to use on our mirrors. In the future I hope to have an even bigger selection.
There are a few of Capetown - day and night, Kirstenbosch, Cape Point, a lovely selection of assorted fairies and some gorgeous owls. There are also some Traditional ladies wearing their traditional...more Decoupage on Metal - 2009-06-05 Decoupage appears to be popular again and I am getting lots of requests for classes. Partly this is thanks to Jimnettes as Jaques has imported a new range of paper. The pictures are fairly traditional but can be cut out and applied to trays etc. They are also able to be mounted as a full sheet and framed. There are a variety of designs but they are...more Classes for 2009 - 2009-06-01 Despite the cold, classes are pretty hectic. The general weekly class is Wednesday or Thursday from 9.30 to 12.30. The Saturday class will be held on the 20th June. Should there be another request for another date I can consider holding another one. Minimum number is 5 people.
The Keen on Crafts workshops are due to be held at the CSIR. If you h...more Ostrich Egg Mosaic etc - 2009-05-01 We have been decoupaging Ostrich Eggs for years but about two years ago a German student asked if we could use broken shell for Mosaic. She was inspired by some items that she had seen in a market done on a wooden bowl. There appearsto be no written matter on the subject so we were forced to experiment. It wasn't too hard. You needed a surface...more Decoupage etc - 2009-03-13 The flight to Cape St Francis via Post Elizabeth was uneventful, apart from the fact that I don't like flying! I was collected in style and spent a few days with Wendy who relocated from Poland last year. In Poland she honed her decoupage skills and has produced some magnificent pieces. Anyone in that area wanting to learn from her can ge...more Mosaic Workshop 14th March etc - 2009-03-08 The workshop for the 14th March is almost full. Please check availability before you book and pay. Thanks. For those Decoupage Enthusiasts I am attaching two pictures of recent projects. The first is a beautiful milk urn done by Karen. The urn was slightly rusted and had to be treated and primed before being painted with a specially mixed colour. T...more Computer malfunction etc - 2009-03-01 Last week, after the rain, the internet went down for a few days. When it came back on, the mouse wasn't working. This meant that I had to use my daughter's computer, although I could download emails I couldn't do much else. Catherine has a more advanced programme which I couldn't understand.The studio is finally getting sort...more Beaded Mosaic - 2009-02-23 In the past few weeks we have beaded two butterflies instead of mosaic - ing them. I'm not really sure why but it just seemed appropriate. There is in fact a mosaic book where the author specialises in using beads instead of grout. The book was for sale in Exclusive a few years ago and I had an unusual attack of conscience, mentally reviewing ...more Craft Kits for Beginners - 2009-02-19 New kits are available includng all the materials you will need to make a mirror. Included are small packets of inserts which include a word, a rose, a leaf and a small tile. These can be used with mosaic tiles on a 30 x 30 mirror base or a 40 x 40 mirror base. Mirror sizes can be 12 x 15, 20 x 20, 25 x 25 or 30 x 30. Prices vary according to size...more Calling all Crafters - 2009-02-16 Pheasant Hill NurseryThis Nursery/ Restaurant/ Crafters Shop is in Doornkloof East near the new Irene Mall, opposite St Georges Hotel - are looking for Crafters wanting to sell their wares. There are already very affordable mosaic pieces, fabric painting and fabric painting kits as well as beautiful cement items as well as many other items for sa...more Paint Techniques Workshop - 2009-02-11 The Beginners Paint Technique Workshop has been moved from Saturday 14th to Saturday 21st February. This course is very useful to anyone with a basic knowledge of Decoupage who wishes to expand the techniques they are using. The paint effects can be used on wooden blanks, on glass decoupage and even on walls. Once you have mastered them they are su...more Books - 2009-01-31 As you no doubt know, Exclusive Books currently have a sale. Although there appear to be no Mosaic Books and only one or two Paint Technique Books do not despair. There are quite a few inspiring Art books and some lovely Decorating Books. There was an exquisite book on Venetian Gardens, sadly it was R349 on sale, perhaps it will come down in price....more Paint Techniques, Ostrich Eggs & Gilding - 2009-01-27 Starting in February there will be a Paint Techniques Course once a month. Saturday is a better day and the 14th has been suggested. 10 am until 1 pm. The course will consist of the following techniques on boards : Sponging, Distressing, Antiquing with a wash, Kwik Crack & Antique Crackle. These techniques can be applied on wood, metal, walls etc. ...more Mosaic etc - 2009-01-17 Yesterday I went searching in Centurion with a friend, for the Biggie Best shop. We found it eventually in Eco Park. The shopping centre is spacious with tons of parking, and no customers. Its like a ghost town, very scarey. The route there is so complicated that obviously the average shopper could not be bothered. Sad really. The Biggie Best shop ...more Classes for 2009 - 2009-01-05 Christmas seems to be here before you know it.Then its New Year and all the things you though you had time for just dont materialise!Classes begin again on the 14th January with the regular Wednesday & Thursday classes from 9.30 to 12.30. Saturday clsses will begin again on the 31st January from 9.30 to 12.30.Beginners decoupage wil start with a ba...more Christmas - 2008-12-19 The studio will officially be closed from tomorrow at 12. If there is a crisis please sms or email me and I will try to help.Its been a good year overall. Mosaic was by far the most popular class. Decoupage, especially under glass decoupage were done as well. Ursula's inserts were very popular for adding another dimension to the work. The Craf...more Jimnettes Easel Exhibition - 2008-12-14 The Exhibition started on the 6th and ended on the 13th December outside Jimnettes at Lynnridge Mall, Pretoria. Jimnettes wanted to give their creative customers an opportunity to showcase their work. It was amazing how many artists responded. We had beautiful paintings of a variety of subjects. We also had some crafters with Mandala's, gift b...more Jimnettes Easel Exhibition from 6th to 13th December - 2008-12-09 This is being held at LynnRidge Mall in Pretoria on Lynnwood Rd. Please come. We have stunning art and craftwork. To whet your appetite I have attached two photos of art that is for sale....more Jimnettes Craft Shop - 2008-11-27 A very special thank you to Jimnettes for all their support and help over the years. When I first moved to Pretoria I was terrified that no one would speak English. Having newly discovered Decoupage it was obvious that I would find Jimnettes. My very first experience there convinced me that living in Pretoria was going to be ok, after all I had "Ji...more Open Day & Launch of Craft Directory - 2008-11-22 Thanks to all those involved and to all those who attended. A special thank you to Jacoba and to Drika.As usual a lot of hard work on our part, but at the end of the day, worthwhile! The Craft Directory is looking good and we have a lot of new clients wanting to list. If you still know of anyone who doesn't know about the Directory please let ...more December Classes - 2008-11-17 Decoupage Under Glass and Gilding classes will be held in December. Please contact me to book as I need sufficient materials.Cost of the Decoupage under glass is R200 and the gilding is R250.There are 4 childrens classes being held. The details will be listed on the website by the end of this week.We will only be closing on the 21st December....more Ladybird Craft Directory and Open Days - 2008-11-13 The Craft Directory will be available in hard copy next week Friday for those coming to the Open Day. The listings are already on the Ladybird Directory website. Please have a look at kwikwap.co.za/ladybird.The whole idea is to keep costs low for the advertiser so from the next issue we will print only in black and white. Colour printing pushes the...more House Numbers - 2008-11-03 Last week I was asked to do house numbers for a client. Although I've done a fair bit of Mosaic in the last couple of years from Peacocks to gecko's etc I have never actually done a house number. Whenever a new design needs to be tried out it always takes a lot of planning. First you need to choose the style of the numbers.Personally I pr...more Craft Diary November & December 2008 - 2008-11-01 The document for this is filed under Documents & Brochures and may be printed out. It details the various classes available until the end of the year.Regular ongoing monthly classes will continue to be held until the end of November on a Wednesday and Thursday. Most of the "regulars" go on holiday and new and existing students who are on holiday us...more Frequently asked Questions - 2008-10-15 Please help with this by asking me questions that I can answer. If there is something puzzling you and I can help email me the question. If it is one that might help other people I will publish it on the site.Thanks...more Open Day & Launch of Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Directory - 2008-10-14 Please diarise to visit us on Friday, November 21st for this event. We will have an Exhibition of Mosaic, Decoupage, Painted Items etc. Students are cordially invited to display their work. Advertisers are invited to attend and collect their supply of the Directory.The event is from 10 am to 6pm and refreshments will be provided.Please RSVP to Car...more Pique Assiette and plates in general - 2008-10-14 On Saturday 18th October a small group of students will be visiting a very special man. David is a Collector and lives in Aladdins cave in Hatfield. He supplies props for the film and tv industry. He also has an amazing porcelain collection. Anything and everything, from the finest china to items which have been broken en route to or from one of th...more Moms & Daughters - 2008-10-09 We have in the past catered for families in our classes, especially moms and daughters. A few Saturdays ago we had two groups of moms and daughters. Grown ups too. It would be nice if this could be a regular event. Any age group would be welcome. I will publish some dates shortly but please give these workshops some thought and let me know if you h...more Website - 2008-10-09 The last website I had was "fixed" which meant I was unable to change anything without the help of the person who designed it. For years I lived with the all the mistakes and content that I was unable to change without paying a small fortune. Now I can change it whenever I want. A dangerous thing actually. So I apologise in advance to anyone who ne...more Art, Crafts & Hobby Directory - 2008-10-07 Our first directory is nearing completion. The aim is to help and encourage the small crafter to advertise their products and services. The charge for an insert is R50 per listing. Larger advertisements are available as well. Although other Directories have been done before this one, this is the first one that is affordable. It is aimed at promotin...more Mosaic Classes at Uncle Tims After Dark Framing Gallery - 2008-09-30 Please note that due to a very disappointing response I have decided to postpone classes at this venue. Carol, the owner very generously made a lovely space available but there have just not been enough bookings to make it viable. Should you get a group of friends together who may be interested please contact me and I will try to assist. Her lovely...more Mosaic with broken china - Pique Assiette or Picassiette - 2008-09-30 For those of you interested in this technique I have organised an Open Day at the home of a Collector. He has graciously agreed to allow a few invited guests to look through his collection of china. The date for this is 18th October from 10 until 1. He lives in Church Street but as the event is by Invitation only I need you to respond personally to...more Craft Directory - 2008-09-15 A meeting with Jacoba Calitz last week has produced an unexpected result! At last I have a Craft Directory on its way. It is an idea I have had for ages, nothing really new. There have been other craft directories. The difference with this one is that it is affordable for the small crafter and local rather than regional.The cost for an insert in yo...more Paint Techniques etc - 2008-09-05 At the moment I am trying to plan classes for November. Please let me know whether anyone is interested in the following:Basic Paint Techniques - these are very useful as an accompaniment to either your decoupage or your mosaic. It allows you to decorate the wooden surface in a more exciting way. Distressing -which is very much in vogue in the "Fre...more 10th August Uncle Tims Benoni - 2008-07-28 For all those people who asked at the Craft Fair for Classes in the Benoni area, the first one was held on Saturday 26th July. The venue is stunning. Real farm atmosphere. Carol from AfterDark Framing has been fantastic. Please support us in this new venture.We are at the back of the shop overlooking a field with chickens and donkeys. Very rural! E...more July 2008 Newsletter - 2008-07-15 The Your Family Creative Craft Fair at Emperors Palace from 4th to 6th July was a huge success. We certainly enjoyed it very much. Apparently 17,500 people agreed.Due to the huge interest in classes from students living in this area I had to find a venue. On Sunday I went through to After Dark Picture Framing Gallery where I met Carol van Wyngaard....more
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