Wednesday 30 April 2014

Creative Women's Circle - Sydney





 Photos by Taryn Cornell

One of my creative goals this year is to get more involved and so it was with this in mind, that I approached Creative Women's Circle (CWC) about helping out with their Sydney events. It's such a privilege to have been given the role of organising Sydney CWC events this year and has  enabled me to meet and work with some incredibly talented ladies. 

We kicked things off with the uber talented balloon queen Heidi Moore-Gill who gave us an insight into her creative world and how she got to where she is today. It was a fun morning full of balloons, tea and creative conversations with a certain buzz and excitement in the room as to the endless possibilities that exist for us all. Bring on the next CWC event!

Monday 17 February 2014

Paper rosettes at The School



 


The ever fabulous Megan Morton has created a crafter's paradise at The School, a place where artists and dreamers can get their hands dirty making, creating and painting. I was lucky enough to attend the very last paper rosette class that Marsha Golemac was teaching late last year to learn all about this colourful (and surprisingly easy) paper craft.

With an endless supply of paper, washi tape and glue guns we learnt the simple art of creating paper rosettes from scratch. It was so nice spending the afternoon crafting in this glorious space while eating gourmet hot dogs, drinking homemade punch and savouring ice popsicles from Liana Raine. The perfect day really. 

Sunday 2 February 2014

My word for 2014: CREATE


With my list of goals finalised, I've decided the word I want to live by this year is: create. I started this blog primarily to find my creative mojo and with the dawn of a new year, I have decided that my focus for the year ahead is just that - to create. It encompasses so many things - creating with my hands, creating more time for the things I love, creating an entertaining blog and (eventually) creating events that inspire and delight.

And with that in mind, here is a snapshot of some of the interesting workshops and events that are currently inspiring me to get creative:
  • The School - if you haven't heard of Megan Morton's creative portal, then you must be living under a rock! This studio is a gold mine of creativity and offers classes on everything from styling and macarame to photography and calligraphy.
  • Blog Society - the lovely Jaclyn is taking the Australian blogging world by storm with this creative hub that offers everything from workshops and gatherings to events and dinners.
  • Creative Women's Circle - is a community for creative women who gather every couple of months to listen to a guest speaker, network and share ideas. Originally founded in Melbourne, more events are planned in Sydney and Brisbane this year so get on board!
  • Unleash Creative - Melbourne crafter Magdalena has assembled the creme-de-la-creme of creatives to offer full day craft workshops in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane later this year.

Saturday 11 January 2014

A new year = new possibilities



For the first time in a long time, I decided not to make new years resolutions instead opting to list some goals I want to work towards in 2014. The dawn of a new year brings with it the chance to start afresh along with the promise of new opportunities. I am so excited about the year ahead and what's in store and can't wait to see what creative adventures await. I have made myself a promise to:
  • Live in the moment and embrace the now
  • Do more of what I love
  • Live a more creative life
  • Get involved

Monday 9 December 2013

Wreath gathering











Photos courtesy of Erika Raxworthy

What better way to spend a Sunday than gathering together with a bunch of ladies to enjoy a beautiful long lunch under the the trees at Centennial Park followed by some wreath making. Well that's how I spent my Sunday afternoon thanks to the wreath gathering organised by the lovely Emma Duckworth and Erika Raxworthy

The event was styled to perfection by these clever ladies with a table laden with cheeses, meat and salads and cups filled with sparkling wine. And don't get me started on the divine dessert table which was heaving with delicious cakes baked by Flour And Stone. It was such a treat to spend a couple of hours chatting, eating, creating and meeting like minded individuals. 

I am forever grateful for the lovely people I have met over the past few months since emerging from my fog of motherhood. These friendships (and Instagram) have opened up a whole new world of creative possibilities and I can't wait to see what 2014 brings. 

Sunday 24 November 2013

Magic at The Kinfolk Dinner








I stumbled across the beautiful Kinfolk Magazine after emerging from a 12 month sabbatical called motherhood. It was so refreshing to find something that celebrated the everyday and the simple act of getting loved ones together to enjoy a meal. But what's really inspired me are the beautiful events and workshops they host in cities around the world that have included everything from flower arranging, pickling, honey harvesting and herbal infusions to dinners, a butchers block party and camp fire cooking. This is where fans like me can experience all that Kinfolk stands for while meeting like minded individuals.

With Co-founder Katie Searle Williams and Community Manager Julie Pointer in Australia recently, I was delighted to be able to attend the very first Australian Kinfolk Dinner Series held in their honour at the stunning Glenmore House. It was the largest dinner they have ever hosted and with 70 people sitting down to eat together at one long table, it made for a truly magical night.