By Cathi, on June 15th, 2011% Last weekend I took part in a village open gardens event. There are some wonderful gardens in this village, lots that take part in the National Garden Scheme, and although our garden is not quite to that standard I think we held our own!
I also held an open studio which was a great opportunity . . . → Read More: Open Workshop and Breast Cancer Campaign
By Cathi, on June 3rd, 2011% I’m getting ready for the open garden and my open studio next weekend. I’m experimenting with some designs for the garden. A lovely man in the village who makes metal framework for me has done a panel holder in which I’ve inserted a colourful glass piece and it’s in the garden looking good! Great when . . . → Read More: Garden Glass
By Cathi, on May 12th, 2011% I’ve been working on a galaxy of stars,preparing for two events this weekend.
This Friday, 13th, I’m at the Parish Church in Uppingham for the day, then on Sunday 15th it’s a day with Stamford Artisan’s Guild at Stamford Arts Centre. A good place to go, everything hand crafted by the stall holders.
. . . → Read More: Stars
By Cathi, on May 11th, 2011% This year I’ve had several people on the workshops who’ve been given the day as a present. Very generous of people and it seems popular to give an experience of something new and to have something attractive at the end of it. I’ve just had a lovely card from one, mentioning the pleasant and relaxing surroundings. . . . → Read More: Gift idea
By Cathi, on May 4th, 2011% I’ve been busy on various workshops recently, some advertised and some with private parties. We have been so lucky with the weather at times and have been able to have lunch outside, making for a relaxed atmosphere. Private groups (between 4 and 6 people) are always enjoyable with everyone knowing eachother with plenty of good natured . . . → Read More: Various workshops etc
By Cathi, on April 8th, 2011% Working on a set of panels for a large victorian hallway. With a strong blue bias in the surround and the detail it’s going to look wonderful when completed. Working with the door open in this lovely sunshine with the birdsong and the fish splashing, how lucky am I?
I had a good full lead workshop . . . → Read More: Victorian Hallway Commission
By Cathi, on March 20th, 2011% A private group on a lead workshop this weekend. Each group is different, but when everyone knows eachother there is always a good relaxed atmosphere. And, as always, good results with unique pieces for everyone. Now I’m preparing a proposal for an evangelical establishment up north. It’s good practise and if you don’t try …
By Cathi, on March 15th, 2011% Just drawing up designs for a large victorian porch, 6 panels in all. Replacing 1970′s obscure glass, it should look fabulous. One of my favorite types of job.
By Cathi, on March 1st, 2011% Just had the first two workshops of the season arranged by South Kesteven Council. Everyone seemed happy with the colourful panels they made, every one different.
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