What’s going on?

Aloha! Apologies for the radio silence but you would not BELIEVE how busy we have been. Or maybe you would?

We have been astounded by how well our first month has gone. We’ve seen lots of faces – both well-kent and new – we’ve had successful classes, we’ve got some absolutely gorgeous new stock in and we have ate a LOT of cake. Luckily for you, I have a few photographs to show you!

First up, you spoke and we listened. The feedback we had with regards to our Busy Bees classes was that an eight week term was too much to sign up to so we have changed the way it works. You can now come in on a drop-in basis every Wednesday (3-5pm) and from the 4th September every Saturday (3-5pm) too. We advise that this session is probably best for Primary School-aged children, but smaller ones are more than welcome as long as they bring a big helper too. This week’s drop in saw some fantastic photo frames, jewellery boxes, doorknob signs and gym bags being decorated instore – I kind of wanted to join in!

These classes have been the focus of much interest and with good reason! Many thanks to Diane and Lainey for facilitating this most excellent (dude) event for youngsters.

We were delighted to read this glowing review written by a participant in our dollmaking class. We have a few more dates available here for those interested in coming along. Helen also took some photographs of the class (full set available here on flickr) and I’ll share a couple with you:

The lady herself

Dolly Kapow in production (you can read about Dolly’s hilarious exploits here)

Also, some of you may already know this but we offer our sewing machines and overlockers for hire in the shop at the bargainous price of £5 for two hours.

Also, those of you with a keen eye for detail will have noticed that we have rebranded our site with our updated logo. For that we really must thank the fabulous Amanda Farren for her brilliant and intuitive work (Vonnie’s directive was pretty much, “Make it nice” – and she did!).

Interested in Knitting, Sewing, Drawing or Kids Classes?

Do you want to learn something new and meet new people? Look no further than The Life Craft. We have a timetable of classes sorted out for the next 2 weeks – if anything takes you’re fancy email me at jenny@thelifecraft.co.uk or phone the shop on 0141 334 2722. Spaces are limited so its first come first serve

Monday 23rd Aug

Purls of Wisdom
Drop in Knitting Group
5pm – 9pm
Come along every Monday for our knitting crochet and fibrecrafts group. Sit and have a chat, cuppa and cake at our popular Purls of Wisdom social gathering!

Wednesday 25th Aug

Busy Bees
£8 per child
Drop in Craft Class for children
3pm – 5pm
This drop in session is perfect from your little ones looking for a bit of crafty enrichment. Kids aged between 5-12 years are welcome to come along and join in with crafts such as painting, decopage, beading, papier mache, stencilling and much more!

Introduction to Sewing
£10 (intro price!)
Absolute Beginners
6pm – 7pm OR 7.30pm – 8.30pm
Grab this class while its at our introductory price! This class is for those who have no experience or confidence with the sewing machine. You will learn how to thread the machine, wind the bobbin and insert the bobbin. You will also learn about stitch widths and lengths as well as straight stitching and zigzag stitching. This 1 hour class will leave you with the basic sewing skills necessary to start your own simple projects and will stand you in good stead for any of our beginners sewing classes such as the Tote Bag Class.

Sew Solid Crew
Drop in Sewing Group
6pm – 9pm
Every Wednesday we hold our Sew Solid Crew social evening! Come along with your sewing or needle crafts and enjoy the friendly atmosphere and delicious selection of cakes!

Friday 27th August

Dahlia Black Tattoo Class
£30
Design your own tattoo
All abilities
7pm – 9pm
“Design your own tattoo” with special guest tutor Dahlia Black. Dahlia – an experienced tattoo artist who designs flash sheets for tattoo studios – will talk you through turning your concept into a design.

Monday 30th August

Purls of Wisdom
Drop in Knitting Group
5pm – 9pm

Tote Bag Class
£35 (inc. material & refreshment)
Beginners
6pm – 9pm
The Tote bag class is suited to those who wish to brush up on their sewing machine skills. It is the perfect introduction to construction and will give you the skills and confidence necessary to create basic items You will learn about straight stitching, stitch lengths, back tacking, tension troubleshooting and how to create French seams. You will leave this class with a finished tote bag and an a new air of sewing confidence!
Note: It is advised that absolute beginners who have no experience with a sewing machine enrol in our Introduction to Sewing Machine class prior to the Tote Bag Class.

Tuesday 31st August

Doll Making Class
£35 (inc. material & refreshment)
Beginners
10am – 1pm
Does exactly what it says on the tin! Come along and learn how to make a wee dolly! Participants will be asked to make another doll in their own time to be donated to Dolly Donations.

Wednesday 1st September

Busy Bees
£8
Drop in Craft Class for children
3pm – 5pm
This drop in session is perfect from your little ones looking for a bit of crafty enrichment. Kids aged between 5-12 years are welcome to come along and join in with crafts such as painting, decopage, beading, papier mache, stencilling and much more!

Sew Solid Crew
Drop in Sewing Group
6pm – 9pm

Lace Appliqué  Cushion Class
£35 (inc. material & refreshments)
Intermediate
6pm – 9pm
This class aims to teach you a beautiful adornment technique which can be used on home furnishings, clothes and accessories alike. You will also learn how to construct a no fuss cushion cover with no need for zips or other fastenings. This class includes hand tacking, intricate machine stitching and cushion construction. You will leave this class with a fabulous lace appliqué cushion!
Note: This class is not suitable for beginners who have not undertaken any other sewing projects.

Saturday 4th September

Busy Bees
£8
Drop in Craft Class for children
3pm – 5pm

Sunday 5th September

Introduction to Knitting
£25 (inc. yarn and needles)
Absolute Beginners
3pm – 6pm
This class is perfect for those wishing to start knitting. You will learn how to cast on, knit, purl and recognise these symbols on a knitting pattern. Brittany needles and a 50g DK or 4ply yarn of your choice is included in the price as well as a lovely refreshment upon arrival.

Wednesday 8th September

Busy Bees
£8
Drop in Craft Class for children
3pm – 5pm

Sew Solid Crew
Drop in Sewing Group
6pm – 9pm

Doll Making Class
£35 (inc. material & refreshments)
Beginners
6pm – 9pm

Busy Bees at The Life Craft

We are absolutely delighted to reveal that in conjunction with Busy Bees Craft Studio, we will be kicking off our 8-week block of childrens classes this Wednesday. The cost is £64 for the term and your little darlings with finish a project most weeks, with some being spread over two weeks.

Diane and Lainey from Busy Bees have suggested this class is most appropriate for 6 years and up, but we can be flexible with this on an individual basis dependant on whether your child is happy to join in with the class without Mum or Dad being there.

Innocent Drinks – The Big Knit

Innocent drinks are again running their annual knittingathon in aid of Aid UK. Innocent ask knitters to make a hat for an Innocent bottle and for every bottle with a hat sold, Innocent will donate 25p to Age UK. You can pick up more info here and we’d actively encourage you to join in!

Tote bag class!

We’re currently planning out our classes starting from next week but in the meantime, we are running a tote bag class this Saturday 14th August 2010 from 3-6pm. The cost is £25 and all materials are included. To book your place please email us or call the shop on 0141 334 2722.