Warwick Bridge W.I. Group

A few weeks ago I was invited to Warwick Bridge W.I. group to talk about crafting. 

Now, as much as I enjoy a good natter, I don't like talking about myself, I would much rather show people how to do something then chat as I go around seeing what they are doing.

So, that is exactly what I did.

I thought some Zen style doodling would be just the thing.  Everyone can Doodle, there's no right or wrong way of doing it, and you can either frame your magnificent masterpiece, or screw it up and put it in the bin  (yep, I have had people do just that!).  

So the night before I doodled a sample piece  (I thought I should mention it was the night before as there is wine in the photo and I didn't want you to think that W.I. meets are just an excuse for drinking!  This was my wine, in my house  ;)

Sample made, I'm pretty happy with it.

Off I went, did a quick introduction to myself, an even quicker demonstration, then handed everyone a pen and a sheet of black card and set them to work!

What a fun evening, full of doodling and chatter, and some fabulous work was produced.  I am hoping none of it went in the bin, I personally think it was all too good for that.

Thanks for having me Warwick Bridge W.I, I hope you all continue to doodle and I will maybe see you again sometime...

Hobbycraft, Carlisle, VIP event

Last night (Thursday) there was a VIP evening at Hobbycraft for their Club Card members.

The Club Card membership is offered at the tills to anyone who wants to join up, you can also join up online.

Some folk don't want to - they seem to think there is a catch, but not really.  OK, it looks at what you are buying, but if that helps a store then stock more of the things you like, what is wrong with that?

Based on what you buy, you then get special offers via email, which should suit what you like to do.

You also get entered into a prize draw each time you scan your card when you make a purchase.

AND, you get invited to VIP events like this one  :)  Free demonstrations, a little bit of play-time for you to try stuff out, and cakes & tea too!!  Plus, on VIP nights, you get a percentage off anything you buy too - got to be worth popping along doesn't it?

I will leave you with some photos so you can see how much fun we had, you might want to come along yourself next time.

Sign up in your local store or online HERE.  (Oh, and sadly I am not on any kind of commission for this post, I just think it's quite a cool thing to be part of  ;)

And here are some finished products.

Philippa's most marvellously decorated Easter Eggs.

And some Duck Tapes Eggs too.

If you are already a member, keep an eye on your email for the next invite.