FREE Craft Event THIS Saturday as part of Saviours of the Lost Arts!

The 2013 Saviours of the Lost Arts :: Suburban Networking Marketplaces :: are coming to a suburb near you! Next stop Upper Kedron this Saturday. Over tea and bikkies meet representatives from local craft groups and chat with emerging indie and traditional crafters in an old fashion suburban mini marketplace environment. You'll find locally created handmade wares to buy as well as hear from the makers about their own creative journeys. WHEN Saturday June 1  TIME 10am-2pm VENUE Upper Kedron/Cedar Creek Hall, 78 Cedar Creek Road, Upper Kedron FEATURING Representatives from:   Australian Sewing Guild - Sew Much More @ The Gap   The Brisbane Institute of Art  The Embroiderers Guild Qld  The Lace Guild  BrisStyle And information about:  Australian Textile Arts and Surface Design Association  Queensland Quilters  Scattered Arts  Papermakers of Queensland   Queensland Spinners Weavers & Fibre Artists   Art Quilters SHOWCASING:  Suzanne Marie Key from Twisted Knits by Suze   Kathrine Boggin from by rin bags   Ray Lee from Bushman's plaited Belts   Danella Kooy from Miss-a-ree Guts Creations  Marilyn Jensen from Selina's Creations PLEASE BRING: If you are eco conscious, your own travel mug or cup.... and of course your sense of crafty fun and adventure! PARKING It's super easy to find. Just park outside in the large parking area. ENTRY: Look for the Council and BrisStyle A-frames to direct you and we'll be right inside. NEXT STOP....... EAST DATE Saturday 22 June TIME 9am-2pm VENUE St Augustine’s Church, Racecourse Road, Hamilton (As part of the BrisStyle indie Market) NORTH DATE Saturday 29 June TIME 10am-2pm VENUE Northgate Hall, Corner of Scott and Ridge Streets, Northgate) COST FREE Mark all the dates in your diary for a Brisbane suburban craft adventure like never before! The 2013 Saviours of the Lost Arts is a joint initiative of BrisStyle Inc and Brisbane City Council We really look forward to sharing the day with you!

What's New this week...

Hi lovely friends,

Some news for the Rockabilly accessories lover this week.
Miss Rockabilly label is having a MEGA SALE on this Thursday over here, so not to be missed!

Image courtesy Miss Rockabilly

Also some designs from Myclectic : new Leather jewellery with a twist!

Image courtesy Myclectic

Happy Wednesday!

Sandrine ❤

Learn the retro art of Leatherwork for FREE!

1. Myclectic  2. Natalie - Poppytalk 3. Etsy.com 4. Of the Fountain LEATHERWORK FOR BEGINNERS with ANITA GOSDEN from  MYCLECTIC  After some crafty retro action? Let Anita take you back to that crafty age of the 70’s to discover that groovy art of leatherwork. Make a super cool personalised retro leather key ring while learning all the latest tips and tricks from Anita.  With leather scraps so easy to come by these days it's the perfect retro eco craft to learn!  WHEN    Monday 27 May / 10am - 12pm WHERE   Upper Mt Gravatt Progress Hall, 1873 Logan Road, Upper Mt Gravatt COST     FREE - all materials included!! BOOK     HERE   BrisStyle Inc. :: Saving the Lost Arts in 2013 A joint initiative of BrisStyle Inc.and the  Brisbane City Council

INVITATION :: FREE :: Suburban Networking Marketplace at Inala this Saturday!

The 2013 Saviours of the Lost Arts :: Suburban Networking Marketplaces :: are coming to a suburb near you! First stop Inala this Saturday. Over tea and bikkies meet representatives from local craft groups and guilds and chat with emerging indie and traditional crafters in an old fashion suburban mini marketplace environment. You'll find locally created handmade wares to buy as well as hear from the makers about their own creative journeys. Image courtesy of Tricia Smout WHEN Sat 25 May TIME 10am-2pm VENUE New Inala Hall, Corner of Corsair Avenue and Wirraway Parade, Inala FEATURING Representatives from:  Art in Bark  Queensland Spinners Weavers & Fibre Artists  The Brisbane Institute of Art  Australian Textile Arts and Surface Design Association  Queensland Quilters  Scattered Arts  Papermakers of Queensland  Art Quilters SHOWCASING Listen to the creative journeys of:  Artist Tricia Smout  Ray Lee from Bushman's plaited Belts  Barbara Parker from Art in Bark  Monica Bardini from In Pink Ink  Kimberly Sweeney from CacyCat Designs PLEASE BRING: If you are eco conscious, your own travel mug or cup.... and of course your sense of crafty fun and adventure! PARKING It's super easy to find. Just look for the Library building and park outside in the large parking area. ENTRY: Look for the Council and BrisStyle A-frames to direct you and we'll be right inside. Saviours of the Lost Arts is a joint initiative of BrisStyle Inc and the Brisbane City Council We really look forward to sharing the day with you! In the meantime, keep up with all the 2013 BrisStyle and Saviours of the Lost Arts action, via the: BrisStyle website The Saviours of the Lost Arts event Calendar BrisStyle Blog Facebook Page Instagram @brisstyle Twitter ©2013 BrisStyle Inc. | Brisbane

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Meet the Makers - Leather Maid

Hey there.  I've got a real treat for you today with an interview from one of our newest members, Jamie Maloney from Leather Maid.

How would you describe your work?
I hand make custom crafted leather pieces.

Who or what inspires you?
Passionate craftsmen and challenging leather pieces.

Do you reduce, reuse, recycle as part of your creative process and if yes, how is your art/craft eco friendly?
Because I work with natural hide, every offcut piece or scrap portion can become another crafted item.  I endeavour to waste nothing and try to incorporate every portion of a hide into a crafted pieces.

Can you describe your studio/work area?
I have created a large work space in the downstairs area of my home.  In this area I have cutting tables, draft tables and storage shelves.  In this space I can research and create designs, store leather, cut and shape leather, carve, tool and lace items and paint, seal and condition leather.

What is your favourite thing to make?
Whatever in leather!

How did you decide on your business name?
Well, I'm a female and I make Leather things so....Leather Maid....I also though it was quite catchy too!

Where do you hope to see your creative journey taking you in the next 12 months?
I'm aiming to have a web presence, some market stall opportunities with BrisStyle and more challenging leather craft commissions.



What is your favourite handmade item that you have bought?
A knitted scots bear with a bagpipe.

Do you have any other places that people can view/purchase your work?
I'm hoping to have web presence in 2013.

Thanks so much for sharing with us Jamie and we look forward to seeing your beautiful work at a market soon!

x Sam

Raw Exhibition :: EXPRESSIONS :: May 31st

The guys over at RAW have another stellar line up for their next upcoming exhibition 'Expressions', including a few of our very own members :

Brooke from Bog Standard Designs

Clare from Small Green Leaf

Michelle from Michelle Pujol

Be sure to book your ticket to Expressions today to see some of the best Creative's that Brisbane has to offer

The Women’s Creative Centre Open Day TODAY!

BrisStyle Inc.:: Saving the Lost Arts in 2013

Are you looking for a bit of time out....

All-you-can-eat chocolate buffet - just one of the treats at The Big Night Off! Gals of all ages will dance, feast, enjoy a drink and indulge in a well deserved pampering at this year’s premier event for mums! The party starts at 8pm and finishes by 11:30pm. With the kids happy at home Mum can enjoy being a grown up and still get home at a decent hour. For a busy, loving mum this truly is The Big Night Off…

The ticket price includes:

- One free drink on arrival

- Mexican inspired canapes served throughout the evening

- Fabulous live entertainment featuring celebrated comedian Jenny Wynter

- Great DJs (dance the night away)

- The endless chocolate buffet sponsored by ALDI

- The endless lolly buffett sponsored by Big Lolly

- Live Thermomix demonstrations and taste testings

- Access The Make-Up Foundation makeup artists and photographer for free

- Take home goodie bags

- Giveaways and lucky door prizes on the night

- Mum of the Year prize (for one deserving mum)

- And much more.

“I so regret going to The Big Night Off” … said no mother ever!

For more information please contact: info@thebignightoff.com or visit www.thebignightoff.com

As a special offer - Enter the promo code "facebook" at checkout and receive $5 off the cost of your ticket

simply gorgeous local :: saviours of the lost arts

Image courtesy of Sandrine Marsh of ImageInCafe.etsy.com

Get set for some amazing displays from the Queensland Spinners, Weavers & Fibre Artists at tomorrow's BrisStyle indie Market at Brisbane City Hall from 9am-2pm

Make sure you head on down to their Open Day on May 26! 

A crafty Brisbane institution not to be missed: 

WHAT: QSW&F OPEN DAY
WHEN: 26 May, 
TIME:  9am-2pm
WHERE: Fibrecraft House, 12 Payne Street, Auchenflower  

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simply gorgeous local :: indie music

Wowing the crowds at this Saturday's BrisStyle indie Market at Brisbane City Hall will be the soulful Tim Sladden. 

Tim Sladden seamlessly fuses acoustic, jazz and soul into what can only be described as a style of his own, and raises the bar for anyone flying under the banner of "singer songwriter".

He sings like and angel and plays guitar like he sold his soul to the devil…..wow
- M. Jack. B, renowned singer songwriter. 

 This guy has a voice you could put in a honey jar - you have to check him out!
-Nalesh Singh, Byron Bay FM.

Listen to Tim here and come along and see him in the Sandgate Room adjacent to the Shingle Inn this Saturday. 

BrisStyle Inc. :: Saving the Lost Arts in 2013

a simply gorgeous local :: indulgence!

Image courtesy of must do Brisbane.com

Our new neighbour at our BrisStyle indie Market at Brisbane City Hall , is Brisbane's oldest and most loved...The Shingle Inn. Although booked out inside, they will be running a special takeaway service for all our BrisStyle fans! 

So relax with a takeaway cuppa at the tables in the gorgeous outdoor courtyard adjacent to the Sandgate Room or enjoy one on the run while perusing all the stalls. 

Read up more about the Shingle Inn here and also via must do Brisbane.

Image courtesy of must do Brisbane.com

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Simply gorgeous local handmade!

Hello dear friends,

There is such a big excitement this week in our "BrisStyle world"!

We are getting ready to launch the BrisStyle indie Market 

It will take place in the City Hall, St George Square Brisbane

This Saturday May 11.

So let's preview some simply gorgeous local handmade !

The marvellous Sybella will be there with some exciting new beautiful clutches!

Image source Sybella

 The amazing Zillpa is going to launch some gorgeous new designs!!

Image courtesy Zillpa

The lovely Edward and Lilly will be having some divine new brooches!

Image courtesy Edward and Lilly

Jetta's Nest will be there too with some gorgeous new wooden creations

Image Source Jetta's Nest

And a sneak peek of Each to Own new fabulous winter sun floral necklaces!

Image courtesy Each to Own

So many new designs will be seeing the "Market light" this Saturday!

Until then... Happy Creating!

Sandrine ❤

BrisStyle Inc.  ::  Saving the Lost Arts in 2013

2013 Saviours of the Lost Arts Opening :: Thank You!

..with the emphasis on felt...and wool, cardboard, zpagetti and all the crafty materials used to bring the 2013 Saviours of the Lost Arts program (SoTLA) to life last Friday night! It was the combined efforts of all who came along to support the night, all who participated and of course the ongoing support from the Brisbane City Council, which made the night such a raving success. Councillor Vicki Howard A Celebration of Brisbane's Creativity At 7pm passionate craft supporter Councillor Vicki Howard, officially opened the 2013 SoTLA program. Councillor Howard eloquently thanked everyone who came along to support the night as well as all the individual guilds and BrisStyle indie Marketeers. Many thanks to Councillor Howard and the Council's Creative Communities department for their initiative and support for SoTLA  Crocheted flowers by Icky Bee A Celebration of Handmade One of the most eclectic mixes of Brisbane's best handmade to date! From the square to the deck all the stalls were brimming with eager stallholders, beautifully made wares and passionate marketeers. Many thanks to all the marketeers for the time put into creating your gorgeous work and curating your stalls!   Heartfelt thanks to all who supported the stallholders by giving new homes to their gorgeous goodies! Chrissy Foreman Cranitch demonstrating the art of mixed media.  A Celebration of Craft The deck was a hive of activity with local guilds and craft groups and indie crafters all demonstrating their craft and engaging lovers of craft of all ages. Many thanks to all the local groups and guilds who helped make the deck come to life by engaging everyone with their stories and skills. Truly, all Saviours of the Lost Arts! Vanishing Arts Sculptures inspired by Terry Summers The Celebration's Continue It's time to head to the four corners of Brisbane to ignite creativity across the suburbs. Check out the full calendar of SoTLA events HERE and the wide range of FREE SoTLA activities HERE We'll be in touch with more SoTLA news soon. The Celebration's continue City Hall style In the meantime, join us for the launch of our BrisStyle indie Markets at City Hall: WHAT BrisStyle indie Markets :: City Hall WHEN Saturday May 11 WHERE City Hall, Ann St, Brisbane City TIME 9am-2pm See you all there! Spinning by Queensland Spinners, Weavers & Fibre Artists.  LOVE our beautiful SoTLA images!? They were all taken by Sandrine Marsh from ImageInCafe.etsy.com View all Sandrine's SoTLA images here and follow her on facebook here. Many thanks Sandrine for capturing all the creativity in your gorgeous work! 2013 Saviours of the Lost Arts is a joint initiative of BrisStyle Inc. and the Brisbane city Council