MORE ABOUT OUR CLUB
Beginners and learners are welcomed and encouraged. Sharing of information with multi-skilled members is available when requested. Regular craft days are conducted in our local area. Regular monthly administrative meetings are conducted and attendance is encouraged. Spinning wheels, looms, carding equipment, patterns, needles & equipment are available to members for hire at modest fees per month. Extensive library is available to members for modest loan fee. Workshops are conducted from time to time to expand the fibre-craft experience, both to members and the general public. Occasional contact with school students to promote fibre experience. Competitive exhibition and working display held at the annual Cairns, Atherton and Malanda Shows. Regional weekend workshop/craft expos are conducted for members and the public. Annual club craft weekends away are organized. Monthly newsletters containing current club information, items of interest and news from other forums are distributed to members.
AIMS
To create an interest in arts of crafts related to fibre - wool, silk, cotton, plant material etc. and spinning, weaving, lace-making, basketry , felting etc. To provide facilities and information to encourage members to reach a high standard. To enjoy participation in these arts and crafts and to assist others to do this as well.
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