Creative Fibre Auckland

Nana’s slippers and beanie patterns

Click on the above to get the pattern

As you’re aware this has become the year of frantic knitting/crocheting of small warm articles, which have been soooo generously made for Kisz First, Hospice, and Christchurch.

Then it SNOWED in Auckland, who would have thought, while not to the levels of our more traditional snowy parts of the country we are not geared for such weather behaviours.

It came to my attention via the News that there are children here in Auckland, who do not have any footwear at all, these children are trying to keep warm and learn at the same time.

Keeping in mind our generousity here in Auckland I put out a request for each member where possible to make one pair of slippers and a beanie to go with them. I made a phone call offering this opportunity, also requesting the items stay at school due to the fact the children are there for most of their days.

Anyone wishing to contribute to this destashing opportunity contact Kim via this site.

A great time was had by all.
For those of you who missed, we’ll see you next year, but going by the excitment still in the air, there may be a rush for a space
Our hosts were exceptional, even becoming involved in one or two activities, while making sure we were well looked after. The meals especially wonderful due to NO cooking and NO dishes done by anyone except the inhouse crew.
The outside grounds were amazingly tranquil, considering we were in a very busy part of the city. The large trees and surrounding gardens obsorbed all the road noise.
Each individual had their own room, which was much appreciated by those who required their own time.
Our classes were attended by almost everyone, even the brand newbies who had not long been members, we were given the opportunity to learn who to sort an Alpaca fleece, what to look for in qualities, as not all fleeces are equal. We learned to become more aware of how to use space dyed fibres so as to make the most of them.
No weekend with “Non” competitive members would be complete without the odd bit of fun via a small competition or two, we were slightly politically correct by awarding a prize for the most stitches knitted in a 3 minute span and a prize for the least amount knitted. We also had a bouquet moment or 5 with a crochet flower competition, well won I heard. There was a little spindle teaching going on occassionally.
A couple of ladies who came along via public transport, one from our local Island, one who lives on a boat, seemed to have bottomless luggage, as the items they pulled seemed endless, they reminded me of a magician and his magic hat.
While we didn’t have an official show and tell, there seemed to be a flowing stream of creations on personal show everyday, with each person happy to share how they made them.
The weekend was full of learning and teaching not just the classes we had organised but the ones we all learned from each other.
We didn’t have much time to take many photos but our slide show will give you an idea of why.
Thank you to all who came along, for your generousity, and especially for those who gave their time to teach the organised classes.

These ladies had their very first meeting last Wednesday with a great turn out.
One is talking of dusting the cob webs off her wheel. Another showing interest in learning to spin.
A first time knitter with half a project done:)
Another came to learn how to crochet.
Then there were the masters of their chosen craft.
Looking forward to their next meeting.
Great location friendly environment.

BAG IT!
With Hilde Blank

One day felting workshop.
You will learn to felt a hollow form to make your own bag, hat or winter booties.
Decorate your project with provided silk or other fibres or yarns.
Even include some fancy fabrics!
There will be hat blocks available to form your hat on.
There will be dyed merino wool for sale.

Sunday 24 July, 10am – 4pm
Price: $100 / Member $80

An eveining group to start up in Greenhithe, West Auckland for spinners, weavers, knitters, crocheters, felting etc.
Beginners to Experienced most welcome.

Anyone living in the West Auckland Area looking for a fun evening group to join come along.

First meeting to be held Wednesday 6th July 2011 7.30 to 9.30pm.

For more details
Contact Margaret phone: 09 413 9863 (evenings) or
Kim 09 476 2412.