Art Bites.....

We're so chuffed to announce that BrisStyle has won the support of Brisbane City Council via their amazing Art Bites program.  You may have noticed the little hint we dropped a few posts back when we announced that our next two BrisStyle Information Sessions would be supported by this very program!

Today, we're really exicted to announce that Art Bites will also be supporting three creative workshops at our upcoming BrisStyle Indie Eco Market on Saturday, November 12. So read on and get ready to book your spot:

Eco Workshop :: Rags to Roses

Make and take a unique statement piece of fabulous wearable art using recycled fabric and materials…plus…tips and tricks for extending your repertoire of eco-friendly hand-made.

Facilitator: Steph Morris from Wimcee
What: At the BrisStyle Indie Eco Market

When: Saturday, Nov 12, 2011, 10.00 – 11.00am
Where:St Augustine's, Hamilton

Eco Workshop :: Origami

Learn how to make eco origami models using pre-loved & salvaged papers. From traditional cranes to more curious objects this course is not just for the girls ... samurai warriors used to make small origami models too!

Facilitator: Gill Pyke from Catamation

What: At the BrisStyle Indie Eco Market

When: Saturday, Nov 12, 2011:: 11.00am – 12.00 noon 

Where:St Augustine's, Hamilton

Eco Workshop :: Cactus Pincushion

Create a quirky cactus pincushion from salvaged felt, eco-friendly toy filling, pins and vintage buttons. No need to water, and perfect for black thumbs!

Facilitator: Teneale Muir from Wicked Child Designs

What: At the BrisStyle Indie Eco Market

When: Saturday, Nov 12, 2011, 12.00 noon - 1.00pm
Where: St Augustine's, Hamilton

You may also be interested in the below workshop which is being run by BrisStylette Trish, from TrishAlan Designs, as part of the Art Bites program:

 

 

Kumihimo :: The Art of Samurai Braiding

Kumihimo is a Japanese form of braid making used by samurai warriors. Awaken your inner warrior when you learn two braid techniques.

Facilitator: Trish Goodfield from TrishAlan

When: Saturday, October 15, 2011, 10am – 12pm

Where: Bracken Ridge Hall, Bracken Ridge

:: Booking Information ::

All bookings for the above events must be done through qtix.

Bookings Open: Monday, 19th September

Bookings are Essential: call qtix on 136 246

In the Press!

Do you read the Sunday Mail's weekly 'HOMEMADE' feature? If you read it and love it as much as we do you may have seen some of our very own BrisStyler's showing off their crafty talents over the past few weeks.

There was Trish from TrishAlan Designs with her rainbow of hand-dyed yarns and fabrics a few weeks back.....

.....and last week it was Teneale from Wicked Child Designs with her 'coolest of cool' softie friends!

How awesome is it that such a widely followed publication has its very own 'HOMEMADE' feature? Can't wait for Sunday to roll around for our next 'HOMEMADE' fix!

Science Fiction Softie Workshop!

Are you looking for something 'crafty' to do to while away the hours next Saturday, 18th June? BrisStyle member, Teneale, from Wicked Child Designs is running a FREE (yes you heard me, FREE) Science Fiction Softie Workshop where you will be able to make your very own UFO Pincushion. Sounds like the perfect way to spend a cold wintery Saturday morning!

Capalaba Library

Saturday, June 18

10.00am - 12.00noon

Seats are limited so get in quick!

Pop over here to RSVP!

A Wicked Toy Drop!

Teneale from Wicked Child Designs has made one of her signature softies as part of the BrisStyle Mega Toy Society Drop. 

Gretel, as the softie has been fondly named, was dropped at a local park in Morningside on Wednesday. She has been safely sealed and tagged and is waiting for a nice stranger to come along and find her!

This is Gretel.....

She's waiting to be found.....

This is the letter to Gretel's new owner.....

For more information about the BrisStyle Mega Toy Society Drop check out this post and don't forget to send through photos of your creations to brisstylemarketing@gmail.com if you are participating! The Mega Toy Drop is set to end with a bang this Friday night at the BrisStyle Indie Twilight Markets in King George Square! Hooray!

BrisStyle Weekly Round Up

It's been a busy week for BrisStyle members with loads of good news and giveaways.


Michelle from Pedrosprout had a huge week with her sweet booties making it to the front page of etsy plus her booties pattern is featured in the current issue of Homespun magazine No. 72 Vol. 10.5

Miriam from BubbaChenille entered 5 handmade items in The Ipswich Show and received 4 places!

Katie from Kitty Boo Boo, Teneale from Wicked Child Designs and Olivia from Scampsville were all featured in RAVE magazine after participating as stall holders at the 4ZzZ Trash and Treasure Market.



Sandrine's etsy shop SMBoutique has officially reopened and she also has a new blog!

Following her success at the Stitches and Craft Show, Christine from Little Diva has opened a new etsy store called Usew2 with easy to follow sewing patterns including the Easy Peasy Girls Skirt.

**BrisStyle Member Giveaways**

Tracy from Hey Harriet is celebrating Shadow Shot Sunday's first birthday with a surprise giveaway for participants. Taking part in Shadow Shot Sunday is easy: take a photo of a shadow, post it on your blog and add your link to Tracy's blog. What a fun and creative way to spend a Sunday! For more info click here.

Jess from Epheriell is giving away two pairs of her Urban Earrings on the Aussie Handmade Giveaway website.

This foxy little brooch is up for grabs in Hayley's weekly RE-read giveaway. She's also on a campaign to unite two lovers Butterball and Ladybug.

Eliza from Elven Hair is giving away one of her keyrings made with Majestic Olive and 24 karat gold. Be quick! This one closes on May 18th. Eliza also has a number of items on sale in her shop to raise funds for Gem, her medical assistance dog who recently had an operation.

And don't forget the BrisStyle Monthly Giveaway!