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About handmAid

'handmAid' is a craft day in aid of the DSPCA. Be there! Saturday 22nd September 2012, in the hall located next to the Unitarian Church on Stephen's Green. All proceeds are going to the DSPCA. Three crafty ways to help! 1. Take part in a class! There will be classes in different crafts going on all day. 2. Go shopping! The market stall table will have lots of lovely handmade items to buy, or craft supplies to stock up on. 3. Stitch n bitch! Come and sit in on a big stitch n bitch, buy some bake-sale cake, and drink some donated coffee. Want to know more, or to volunteer for any part of 'handmAid'? Drop us a line - handmaidcraftday@gmail.com.

Craft Magazine Spectacular!

We have a number of fabulous, modern, in great condition, (none more than 3 years old) craft magazines left over after handmAid, and would like to re-home them! We’re not looking for any payment for these, although you are always … Continue reading

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More Photos!

Just a quick note that there are lots more beautiful photos of the handmAid 2012 event on photographer Julie’s website here! Enjoy! And thanks again to Julie! 

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Photos!

These are some of a huge selection of brilliant photos taken by Julie, who volunteered her services for the day. Julie is a wonderful wedding photographer, and you can see her fabulous work here: http://www.halfadreamaway.com. The steps down into gorgeous … Continue reading

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Wanted: YOU!

Got some time on your hands on Saturday September 22nd? Want to floof about a gorgeously preserved period hall, with original fireplace and wooden beam roof, handing out fancy coffees or rehoming lush yarns? Email us! handmaidcraftday@gmail.com. We can use … Continue reading

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Wanted: Patterns!

Are you a designer of knit, crochet or other textile patterns? We need YOU! If you sell your patterns online or in shops, you can donate them to the craft day by giving us permission to print a limited number … Continue reading

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Children Welcome!

Children of all ages love arts and crafts, and they are all totally welcome to come along to handmAid – we are ready for them! Under-twelves are free in the door (everyone else is a fiver), we’ve got buns and … Continue reading

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Shuttle Tatting

Ever wondered what tatting was? Well wonder no more. With it’s exact origins lost, this beautiful form of lace-making was known to be practised in Ireland in the 19th and early 20th centuries and can be used to produce small … Continue reading

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Card Making

Have you often wandered through Easons, befuddled at how people can produce such gorgeous cards for birthdays, weddings, Christmases, and more? Well wander and wonder no more! We’re delighted to announce a class in card-making! You will learn what to … Continue reading

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Beading!

Sign up for this Beaded Bangle class! In this class you will bead and knit wire to create a chic and stylish beaded bangle that every fashionista will envy. Must have basic knitting skills. A plethora of beautiful coloured beads … Continue reading

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Beginner Crochet

Learn the basics of crochet with a cute project that will give you a head start on your Christmas presents. Washcloths are perfect pamper gift for young and old. You will learn a variety of stitches (double & treble crochet, … Continue reading

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