commit to being creative {the valley}
woo – time is a funny thing…………… You think of so many things you’re going to do at the beginning of the day, and then BAM!!! it’s 5 o’clock and you have NOTHING TO SHOW for it!! it’s not always … Read More
artist profile :: Cat Willow {the valley}
tell us about your background i’ve been an artist ever since i can remember. i was completely obsessed with drawing throughout my childhood. studying those cool old (now vintage!) walter foster art books…from cover to cover! i studied the bachelor … Read More
artist profile :: ExpatdownunderArt “Not Just for Easter Eggs” {the valley}
tell us about your background I am a registered nurse/mother/wife/artist who took this art form up in high school. tell us about what you create I create Pysanky which is a specific kind of batiking on egg shells. That involves … Read More
how to rescue a hard rubbish chair with flair {fitzroy}
when you find a diamond in the rough like this one, GRAB it! even if it LOOKS as tho it’s totally falling apart – if it has any amazing features or craving, it’ll come up like this one did… 1. … Read More
artist profile :: tweet designs {geelong}
Tell us about your background I have always been ‘arty’ studying arts in all forms from a young age. I completed a visual arts degree in 2006 majoring in painting and jewellery. Tell us about what you create I create … Read More
visible ink {the valley}
Visible Ink is part of Brisbane City Council’s program for young people aged 12 – 26. The program aims to ensure all young people have the opportunity to be an active part of their city. We provide direct pathways for young people … Read More
brisstyle {the valley}
when did BrisStyle start? We officially started as an Etsy Street team in march 2008 and now are now a not for profit incorporated association of over 150+ talented local artists, crafters and designers who call the greater Brisbane area … Read More
guest post :: mums who make {the valley}
my love Firstly I would love to introduce myself. I am Alison – an almost 30 year old mother of 3, with all the “extras” including my husband, mortgage, barely existant social life & lack of time to myself! I … Read More
Guest Post :: Handmade Originality by Tania @ Contemporary Handmade Alliance {fitzroy}
Sometimes, it happens. You’re a crafter/designer/artist looking in stores and online and then it hits you in the face. There is your product; only it’s not being sold by you. It’s being made and sold by someone else. If this … Read More
guest blog :: liesa from the handmade expo & handmade heaven {the valley}
what does handmade mean to me? Handmade = love…I have been around handmade my whole life. Starting with Grandma trying to teach me to knit as a 12 year old to Mum making quilts, clothing, folk art and everything else … Read More