The March workshop will be given by Kass Mansfield of the Drawing Room, Waterford. Members may remember the very interesting talk she gave in October 2011 when she announced her new website would be launch very soon. It is now up and can be viewed at http://buttontreefarm.com. Kass works mainly with pure Irish wool. She will bring samples of the workshop at the February meeting. Meanwhile if you are interested in registering your interest, please contact Elaine Doyle or Sidella O'Brien at workshops.ipseastern@gmail.com. The cost will be in the region of €40-€50 (kits extra), but this will depend on the numbers attending.
The April workshop will be given by Ester Kiely, Textile Artist
Saturday 14th April 2012 at
St Anthony's Centre, Clontarf
Cost: €40 - €45 (depending on numbers)
The theme of the workshop is Notebooks, Textile Journalling and Stitched Paper and Fabric.
A list of requirements will be published here as soon as it is available. Please contact Elaine Doyle or Sidella O'Brien at workshops.ipseastern@gmail.com if you are interested in taking part, There are still a few places available.
You can read more about Ester and her work at http://esterkiely.blogspot.com/.
Ester Kiely writes: "I am a textile artist, living near Caherlistrane, County Galway. I design and create stitched wall-hangings, accessories and textile art. My work is rooted in traditional skills with a contemporary twist, exploring themes of heritage, tradition and everyday experiences. I also teach patchwork, quilting, creative embroidery and sketchbooking and collaborate in community arts projects. Le Grá Craft Studio and Gallery opened in October 2011 to promote the work of talented Irish craft-makers, artists and designers and to offer craft-skills workshops and free events to the community."