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Finding fabrics for sustainable crafting
Give new life to fabric! Discover the joy of op shop finds, recycled textiles & hidden treasures for your next craft project.
Ruth Woods
Mar 194 min read
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The art of salvage: when fabric scraps become stories
Tiny fabric scraps hold big stories. Discover how to honour, organise, and repurpose them into meaningful creations.
Ruth Woods
Jan 294 min read
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The thrill of thrifting: Meet Jasper, a passionate treasure hunter
Discover the joy of thrift shopping! From secondhand treasures to sustainable tips, learn how to turn op shopping into a lifestyle.
Ruth Woods
Dec 11, 20245 min read
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Creating your own sewing sanctuary – A journey through my studios
Discover how my sewing studio became a space for creativity, growth, and inspiration – each room a reflection of my journey and passion.
Ruth Woods
Nov 13, 20245 min read
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The everyday artist: how life’s small moments spark big creativity
Exploring Jenny Davis's world of creativity, vintage textiles, and hand stitching, where every piece transforms finds into heartfelt art.
Ruth Woods
Nov 6, 20245 min read
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Exploring Japan's textile treasures
Explore Japan's textile treasures! From Tokyo’s fabric districts to shibori dyeing in Arimatsu, get inspired by my craft-filled journey.
Ruth Woods
Oct 23, 20244 min read
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Slow stitching ideas!
Discover Slow Stitching Ideas and Inspiration! There are countless projects waiting to be handcrafted through the art of slow stitching.
Ruth Woods
Apr 1, 20243 min read
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Slow stitching: the mindful craft embracing imperfection
Slow Stitching is a relatively new term yet the practice is ancient. Picture an era where every garment, every quilt was meticulously...
Ruth Woods
Mar 19, 20246 min read
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Finding Materials to Create Recycled Fabric Baskets
To create gorgeous functional and decorative baskets you need to find some materials to create them with. This isn’t that difficult but I...
Ruth Woods
Jan 16, 20243 min read
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Zak Foster: Artist, quilt master, and purveyor of memories
Ten years ago, if you'd told Zak Foster he'd be making a living as an artist making quilts he probably wouldn't believe you. Fast Forward...
Ruth Woods
Mar 26, 20226 min read
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A master of slow craft: An interview with Jane Milburn OAM
The first crafter we speak to for Sustainable Craft Month is Jane Milburn. Jane has worked tirelessly in the space, receiving an Order of...
Ruth Woods
Feb 28, 20228 min read
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Meet the Makers We Love!
Meet Louise Freckelton Louise lives on a small-scale alternative farm and conservation area named Highfield Farm and Woodland. It's a...
Ruth Woods
May 25, 20214 min read
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Meet the Makers: Lisa McClure
I’m new at making baskets but I'm just loving the creative outlet. I enjoy the natural colour palette that creating them brings.
Ruth Woods
Feb 16, 20212 min read
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Meet the Makers within our craft community. Be inspired. Get making!
Meet the makers from the Craft School Oz community! We meet basket maker, Catriona who has gone from beginner to basket weaving superstar.
Ruth Woods
Jul 13, 20202 min read
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Meet the basket makers we love
The latest edition of Meet the Makers talks to two talented basket weavers who learnt their craft later in life. Both make stunning baskets
Ruth Woods
Jun 24, 20204 min read
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Some craft inspiration from the makers we love!
Connective stories across our Craft School Oz community. Seeing what inspires others, what gets them making baskets, is what inspires me!
Ruth Woods
May 4, 20206 min read
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What is slow stitching? The mindful DIY craft you need to try.
To save you from a creative lull, I'll show you two fibre art exhibitions you can currently view online.
Ruth Woods
Mar 19, 20204 min read
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