Fiona gave a thought provoking and interesting workshop on Christmas cards on Tuesday afternoon.
She began by asking what kinds appealed - traditional, fun or stylised and went on to give ideas and tips about how to create simple and effective cards from old cards, packaging, old magazines, paints and glitter.
The ones she had made to show us inspired everyone to get on with making their own. The group worked on creating a card with stylised trees: in paper, card and cloth, decorated with stars, ribbon and other recycled material.
Doug came up with a great idea of including a cut-out protea in the centre of his card - reminding us that the inside was also important. He brought a copy of GETAWAY magazine and chopped up photos. Sue brought a glitzy wine presentation envelope. Delia found some gorgeous bright fabric.
Di Breeze, who has immense experience with handicrafts, cards and calligraphy, showed us how to make an envelope quickly and simply. Very effective - and with the added benefit one one being able to size the envelope to the handmade card.
Accompanied by some relaxing music some very pretty and unusual cards were produced and put up for show.
The afternoon was much enjoyed by everyone and Fiona was thanked for putting so much time and effort into inspiring us to make our own unique Christmas cards.
By the way: ideas that were exchanged among the group are just as valid for making birthday cards, anniversary cards or a special card for a special occasion.
She began by asking what kinds appealed - traditional, fun or stylised and went on to give ideas and tips about how to create simple and effective cards from old cards, packaging, old magazines, paints and glitter.
The ones she had made to show us inspired everyone to get on with making their own. The group worked on creating a card with stylised trees: in paper, card and cloth, decorated with stars, ribbon and other recycled material.
Doug came up with a great idea of including a cut-out protea in the centre of his card - reminding us that the inside was also important. He brought a copy of GETAWAY magazine and chopped up photos. Sue brought a glitzy wine presentation envelope. Delia found some gorgeous bright fabric.
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Di Breeze, who has immense experience with handicrafts, cards and calligraphy, showed us how to make an envelope quickly and simply. Very effective - and with the added benefit one one being able to size the envelope to the handmade card.
Accompanied by some relaxing music some very pretty and unusual cards were produced and put up for show.
The afternoon was much enjoyed by everyone and Fiona was thanked for putting so much time and effort into inspiring us to make our own unique Christmas cards.
By the way: ideas that were exchanged among the group are just as valid for making birthday cards, anniversary cards or a special card for a special occasion.
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