formation of new art/ craft groups in your area

snorlax

do you have a particular interest in an area of art/ crafts or design,and would like to meet new people to discuss it with/work with to get other view points and ideas for your work?

(im going to give this sticky a trial run as it could be a great opportunity to bring artists and crafters together as it might be a wonderful opportunity to meet new people/ learn new technques)/and maybe have a nice coffee too.

ideas for groups could be:

Watercolours/ Oils/ Acrylics (eg a painters group)
Various crafts, origmai/ sculpture/pottery/scrapook making/knitting
Stetchers group (who say meet up and do sketches of various things)
Design group/ animation/ real life and still life
Graphic design groups

also location would want to be named as im sure people are form different areas. and if you support a group stick your name down for it.

Fajitas!

I'd be interested in painting and sculpture(ceramic) anyways, but If there were others I'd go along and see what was there.

Oh, that's Dublin during the week and Waterford at weekends...

smileygal

Cork

Card-making/painting/drawing/art appreciation/gallery visiting group/...!

Geordie_Girl

Cardmaking/scrapbooking. Dublin, Ringsend

snorlax

im willing to give any art groups a shot but I am partial to stuff like sketching etc (Dublin area).

Maybe an idea would be to bring our completed pieces and set a theme say every two weeks for something we have to create for the next one, and meet up in a cafe or something?

RobEire

I am very partial to mosaic art with particular reference to micromosaic and am based in the Dublin region.

As part of developing within the field of mosaic art I am also working to improve my sketching/drawing ability, so a group focused on either would be very welcome.

miss marple

Anyone out there able to teach me to sew on sewing machine? I want to make cushions etc. south dublin

dubwan

I'm interested in Jewellery making and beading - I'm in Fairview in Dublin.:)

clodo

Dear dubwan

What kind of jewellery do you want to make? I can teach you the basic jewellery techniques or do you have something in mind that you would like to make?

eiretraveller

I'd be interested in a beading/jewellery group in Dublin...

magz2006

Dunboyne area ---- scrapbooking and cardmaking !!! waiting for replies:)

aniascor

Anyone know of an Arts/Crafts group in Balbriggan? Or anyone interested in setting one up if none exists? Ideally the group would meet once a fortnight, or once a month, and everyone would bring along whatever craft they are working on (it's cross-stitching for me at the moment ) and work on it for a couple of hours, swap crafting tips, meet new people, etc.

beretta_surf

I'd be interested in a group for sewing / knitting / embroidery / macrame or anything along those lines. Based in Malahide but am in town every weekday until lateish so could meet in city centre if necessary.

My email is mod snip no emails. send pm

aniascor

I'd prefer if it was in the Balbriggan area, because I was hoping to get to know a few people in my new locality. However, that being said, I pass through Dublin city centre on my way home every evening during the week, so I could also meet a group in the city centre.

And as beretta_surf said, sewing/knitting/embroidery, etc. would all work well.

New Home

I'd be interested in anything in the Tubbercurry area (Co. Sligo): drawing, painting, bookbinding, papermaking and marbling, papier maché, jewellery, pottery, jewellery, fabric painting, mosaic, beading, etc.!

THANKS!

littlesurfer

living dublin and would love to get involved!!! have done a bit of sketching but would love to learn something new!!!

Bettlebug

Hi! I'd be really interested in doing anything related to bead/ jewellery making, I have some basic skills but would love to learn more. Plus, that person looking for someone to teach them to sew on a machine, I'd love to do the same. Am in the Ballsbridge area, but dont mind travelling a bit!

nudge

Hi
I live in Monkstown and go to the Grafton Academy which is in Ballsbridge area. They have short courses one evening per week on putting together a simple pattern and learning to use your machine. You should give them a ring. What kind of machine do you have?

Artytom

If anyone is interested in Life Drawing there is a weekly group that meets in the United Arts Club on Fitzwilliam street. It's each Wednesday at 6pm till 8pm. Contact Brian Gallagher at brian@bdgart.com for details. Not expensive and the models are excellent. There is a bar upstairs for anyone interested in discussing art or drawing afterwards. Plus each year they have an exhibition of the work produced by the regulars. Can't reccommend it enough. Totally informal.

lenablue

Hello! I am new to Lucan and would love to get together with fellow artists in the area or join an art club?

Kivun Sotilas

I'm in Swords and I am interested in learning how to paint with oils.

nicedub

Hi

I am in Fairview and interested in Beading and also Candlemaking an soapmaking ?:)

Glass-addict

I think that's a great idea to set up a craft group. Most counties already have craft groups set up but they are generally for people actively working in those areas. I'd be interested in any sort of glass making (perhaps even to teach people who were interested?), or indeed sketching/drawing/notebook preparation. Dublin area.

lenablue

Glass-addict wrote:

I think that's a great idea to set up a craft group. Most counties already have craft groups set up but they are generally for people actively working in those areas. I'd be interested in any sort of glass making (perhaps even to teach people who were interested?), or indeed sketching/drawing/notebook preparation. Dublin area.

Hi glass addict! I would be interested. I am a painter but have been interested in glass for quite some time. Can we meet up? I am in Lucan.

penny Toolan

For those interested in patchwork in Co. Meath area - see www.boyneadulteducation.com for beginners and improvers courses - about €80 per term. Courses every Jan and Sept - great value and a great way to meet new people!
Penny
www.justcotton.ie

Knit wit

Any knitters in Longford interested in setting up a craft circle?

TopCat07

Anyone interested in teaching me to knit ?

Alime

I would like to learn everything about clothes making and fashion design: sewing, pattern making, sketching, etc. Anybody to teach me the basics or share any kind of useful information? I am an absolute beginner (recently joined a sewing course) but really passionate about it. Also, if there is any art\craft group, I would like to join..

Alime

Hi Glass-Addict,

I am interested in your idea of a craft club. I am a beginner in crafts but want to learn new stuff..

georgie59

Hi interested in the craft club idea but abit isolated from the rest of you,
North west Ireland in the hill of Donegal.
Tubbercurry was the closest so 'New Home@ no anyone else further up the coast

lilaa

There's a great site www.olannban.net which lists mainly knitting groups across the country but many of them are "open houses" for cross stitch, embroidery, crochet and any craft generally. I know there's one in Malahide, Blackrock, Rathmines, Wicklow, Drogheda etc.

Worth a try!

tSubh Dearg

Anyone in the Rathmines knitting group? Is it still running? Or would there be anybody interested in starting a knitting etc (all types of threads allowed) group? I'd be interested in learning crocheting/quilting too. Mainly in Dublin 6 but can travel.

snorlax

as far as i know the knitting club in rathmines is in cafe moda, so may be worth giving them a ring to see if it's still running (as far as i know it wa slast year)

redalicat

A new knitting group is forming in Athy, Co. Kildare and will be meeting weekly on Sundays from 3:00-5:00 pm, beginning 2nd September at Bradbury's Restaurant on Leinster Street. All knitters (and crocheters) of all skill levels are very welcome to be a part of this informal knitting circle. Questions, send me a private message via boards.ie.

karen harper

Hi I have just been pointed in the direction of this forum and I am very impressed. I email a newsletter, NOTICEBOARD, every two weeks to all artists and crafts people in Ireland. At the moment I have over 400 people on my mail list.
This forum is something I will definately be recommending. I send it to everyone from fine artists to potters, patchworkers to jewellers and anyone in between.
If you would like to join this growing group, email me at
harperkaren@eircom.net
Finding somewhere to join others in the plight to find good suppliers and great deals is always high on priority!
Keep up the good work, Karen

See the new blog www.irishcraftupdate.com/blog

'Connecting Artists and Crafts People in Ireland'

Tracey Lee

My daughter, although, only 8 is fascinated by fashion design and wants to do some kind of class.she's constantly drawing her own designs and wants to learn more. We looked everywhere but can't find many art classes even for her. We are in Wexford, but in Dublin for weekends...

Wondering if you could help..

loumac

Any info on basic dress making courses once a week (Dublin) I'm a full-time student, so nothing full on. Basic patterns and machine sewing to start. I know Grafton Academy have a course, but I've no info on it. Any takers?:D

Jella17

Hello

I would be interested in Glass especiall kiln formed glass and beadmaking! I live in cork but would travel if there was like a day workshop or something Also interested in drawing group kinda thing in cork if anyone is interested, I also want to get back into knitting

Majella

karen harper

Just to let you all know about Fabric Matters in bray....here is a list of their courses...
Workshops @ Fabric Gallery

The Fabric Gallery
4 Village Gate Arcade
Bray, Co Wicklow



Card Making –

Sewing –
For both beginners and refreshers ten week sewing classes.
Learn to make any item of clothing from a pattern.
€120 per term.
Sewing machine required.
18th or 19th Sept – 27th or 28th November. (Tuesday or Wednesday mornings)


Patchwork –
Learn to quilt and patchwork with Terri McNeill.
Eight weeks. €120 per term.
20th Sept. – 15th Nov. (Thursday mornings)
Contact info@fabricgallery.ie
or 01 2860979 for more details or to book a place.

Soluble Fabrics
Using wire, sheers and various different threads, students will learn to create both 2D and 3D objects using various soluble fabrics with embellishment techniques.
Sewing Machine Required.
29th September 2007.
Saturday 10am – 4pm. €95.
Contact info@fabricgallery.ie
or 01 2860979 for more details or to book a place.

Felt Making
Learn to felt wool fibres, try out different techniques and make a bag in felt using hand stitching on soluble fabrics and mixed fibres.
Suitable for complete beginners and those with some experience
20th October 2007. Saturday 10am – 4pm. €95.
Contact info@fabricgallery.ie
or 01 2860979 for more details or to book a place.

Textile Scuplture
Design & Create wonderful and imaginative 3D sculptures from recycled Cotton T-shirts, Paint & Embellish your piece in one day.
Think fairies, fantastical figures and more!
All sculptures are weather resist so can live indoors or out.
27th October 2007. Saturday 10am – 4pm. €95
Contact info@fabricgallery.ie
or 01 2860979 for more details or to book a place.

Silver Jewellery Making
Learn to make pure silver jewellery using Art Clay Silver.
Discover techniques for ring making, stone setting, finishing and much more.
Enquires Gwen 01-2860979 info@craftcafe.ie


Also if you are interested in making glass beads...
Ruzica Ruane is in Dublin....www.cadenzaglassbeads.com

Also http://www.derryauncrafts.com/
Suzie Sullivan of derryaun crafts will put you in contact with glass bead making.

If you are in Dublin I am starting another wire-work class in jewellery making on tuesday 6th Nov and a full day workshop on Dec 8th...others to be confirmed, will book when it suits people email me on karen.noticeboard@gmail.com

karen harper

Just to let you all know about Fabric gallery in bray....here is a list of their courses...
Workshops @ Fabric Gallery

The Fabric Gallery
4 Village Gate Arcade
Bray, Co Wicklow
01 2860979

email info@fabric-gallery.com


Card Making –

Sewing –
For both beginners and refreshers ten week sewing classes.
Learn to make any item of clothing from a pattern.
€120 per term.
Sewing machine required.
18th or 19th Sept – 27th or 28th November. (Tuesday or Wednesday mornings)


Patchwork –
Learn to quilt and patchwork with Terri McNeill.
Eight weeks. €120 per term.
20th Sept. – 15th Nov. (Thursday mornings)
Contact info@fabricgallery.ie
or 01 2860979 for more details or to book a place.

Soluble Fabrics
Using wire, sheers and various different threads, students will learn to create both 2D and 3D objects using various soluble fabrics with embellishment techniques.
Sewing Machine Required.
29th September 2007.
Saturday 10am – 4pm. €95.
Contact info@fabricgallery.ie
or 01 2860979 for more details or to book a place.

Felt Making
Learn to felt wool fibres, try out different techniques and make a bag in felt using hand stitching on soluble fabrics and mixed fibres.
Suitable for complete beginners and those with some experience
20th October 2007. Saturday 10am – 4pm. €95.
Contact info@fabricgallery.ie
or 01 2860979 for more details or to book a place.

Textile Scuplture
Design & Create wonderful and imaginative 3D sculptures from recycled Cotton T-shirts, Paint & Embellish your piece in one day.
Think fairies, fantastical figures and more!
All sculptures are weather resist so can live indoors or out.
27th October 2007. Saturday 10am – 4pm. €95
Contact info@fabricgallery.ie
or 01 2860979 for more details or to book a place.

Silver Jewellery Making
Learn to make pure silver jewellery using Art Clay Silver.
Discover techniques for ring making, stone setting, finishing and much more.
Enquires Gwen 01-2860979 info@craftcafe.ie


Also if you are interested in making glass beads...
Ruzica Ruane is in Dublin....www.cadenzaglassbeads.com

Also http://www.derryauncrafts.com/
Suzie Sullivan of derryaun crafts will put you in contact with glass bead making.

If you are in Dublin I am starting another wire-work class in jewellery making on tuesday 6th Nov and a full day workshop on Dec 8th...others to be confirmed, will book when it suits people email me on karen.noticeboard@gmail.com

karen harper

Opps, the second reply has contact details for Fabric Gallery


Just to tell you about a great new wool shop that has opened in Blackrock, Dublin
It is in the blackrock market and does not sell acrylic....it has an amazing range of real wools and everything to do with knitting!
Worth a look if you get a chance.

karen harper

FEEDBACK is run by the Irish Craft Association to support, assist, and help artists and craft people move forward in their business.
It is a casual meeting of like minded people.
The next meeting is in Hanley Centre, Dunlaoire, Co Dublin. 10.30 - 11.45am


It is set up for everyone from students to 'been around for a while' crafts people and artists. It is also interested in having craft/art suppliers and services as members.

Feedback meetings are where everyone gets a chance to give their view on what is needed next for crafts and help eachother along the way, helped along with refreshments. It is definately not a lecture or formal affair.
It really works on the individual and their needs.

As the Irish Craft Association grows it hopes to set up these feedback meetings where ever they are requested.

The meetings can be used in many ways - to start a craft together or an open space to get it all out, this is especially vital when you work from home, alone.
There will be competitions throughout the year, the one coming up is called 'tea cosy'.
The word ‘craft’ conjures up an old fashioned idea of traditional wares, and the competition is to show how modern and exceptional craft can be!
Just to let you know, there is modern thinking and open minds out there! For information email irishcraftassociation@gmail.com

cheeseofdoom

Hi, I live in Dublin city centre and I was wondering if there was a knitting group there?

snorlax

there;s one in rathmines as far as i know

karen harper

HI
There is a knitting group in Blackrock..if you contact thisisknit.ie you will get all class and session times...there will be another starting on tuesday nights soon.

kersti

Hi all

I'm looking at starting a fibre-arts group in central Dublin. If anyone is interested there's a thread here - http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=56462407#post56462407

Kersti