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14th Southern Hemisphere Felt-makers Convergence

Presenter Profiles (Version 2)

Presenter Page Notes Wendy Bailye 2 Vicki Bishop 3 Workshop requirements listed on

their profile page Eleanor Brash 4 Jacquie Damon 5 Sam Everett 6 Workshop requirements listed on

their profile page Marilyn Jensen, OAM 7 Debbie Leung 8 Workshop requirements listed on

their profile page Chris Lines 9 Workshop requirements listed on

their profile page Kirbysue Lyons 11 Jonna MacFadyen 12 Workshop requirements listed on

their profile page Stuart Marshall & Shirley Johnson

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Elaine Murray 14 Workshop requirements listed on their profile page

Mieke den Otter 15 Shona Schofield 16 Workshop requirements listed on

their profile page Helen Stumkat 19 Marlene Taylor 21 Dorothy Walsh 22 Vivienne Young 23

I am a contemporary felt artisan, designer and tutor. I work fulltime

as a feltmaker using an eclectic mix of wool fibres, fabrics, silks,

threads and recycled materials to produce fibre

wearables.

The making of handmade wool felt is an

developed into a very advanced contemporary art form, including the

use of a wide variety of modern materials in the process. It is a

process of transformation, combining fabrics and fibres with great

alchemy into a pleasing fin

development of experimental, modern feltmaking techniques, focusing on innovative

surface design and texture.

I have been felt making for nearly 25 years and run a vibrant felt art studio, The Felt Studio,

from my home in the Samford Valley, in Brisbane, Australia. Here I host workshops with

international tutors, and work on commissions and refining my personal felt making

practice. I teach my skill nationally and internationally from my studio and have been

featured artist with Expertise Events, travelling with the Craft and Quilt Fairs to each state in

Australia for two years. I continue to teach regularly in Australia. I have taught feltmaking

in the UK, Scotland, Norway and New Zealand as well as on cruises

destinations. I exhibit widely, and have won a variety of awards for my feltwork.

I am constantly refining my skills, learning from many other talented artists and students,

who so generously share their wealth of knowledge with me. Be

diverse textile community has been a rich and life changing experience. I am a member of

ATASDA, QLD. Spinners, Weavers and Fibre Artists. I am a life member of the international

Feltmakers Association and the Australasian Regio

assistant editor and co-editor of Felt magazine for many years.

Felting provides me with a creative outlet that is both unique and full of challenge. It is

always the process that inspires me and fires my imagination;

far from my thoughts. By playing, so much is leaned! Felt is such a versatile medium that

has so many practical applications

intrigues me most about felt. I am inspire

with the never-ending inspiration of colours, textures and patterns in the outer world.

Presentations: “50 Shades of Grey” and “Hold on to Your Hats”.

Both are demonstrations only with interactive

WENDY BAILYE



threads and recycled materials to produce fibre-rich artworks and

wearables.

The making of handmade wool felt is an ancient technique that has




alchemy into a pleasing finished product. I enjoy contributing to the



y home in the Samford Valley, in Brisbane, Australia. Here I host workshops with



tured artist with Expertise Events, travelling with the Craft and Quilt Fairs to each state in


in the UK, Scotland, Norway and New Zealand as well as on cruises to some wonderful



who so generously share their wealth of knowledge with me. Being part of a growing and



Feltmakers Association and the Australasian Regional Co-Ordinator (Region 17). I was

editor of Felt magazine for many years.


always the process that inspires me and fires my imagination; the finished product is often


has so many practical applications – the possibilities are never-ending. It is this that

intrigues me most about felt. I am inspired from within my inner landscape in combination

ending inspiration of colours, textures and patterns in the outer world.

Presentations: “50 Shades of Grey” and “Hold on to Your Hats”.

Both are demonstrations only with interactive discussion.

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rich artworks and

ancient technique that has




ished product. I enjoy contributing to the



y home in the Samford Valley, in Brisbane, Australia. Here I host workshops with



tured artist with Expertise Events, travelling with the Craft and Quilt Fairs to each state in


to some wonderful



ing part of a growing and



Ordinator (Region 17). I was


the finished product is often


ending. It is this that

d from within my inner landscape in combination

ending inspiration of colours, textures and patterns in the outer world.

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VICKI BISHOP, B.Ed

My Felting Life:

I began felting in 2006 at Jondaryan Woolshed with the Toowoomba Spinners and

Weavers.

My craft has developed with teaching my early learners how much fun felting is. I

have attended many workshops and love to make flowers, scarves and bags. I hope

to bring that joy of colour, texture and nature to my mini workshop.

Flower Workshop for those not going on Garden Tour:

Requirements: Small amounts of 3 or 4 colours wool, silk fabric, silk fibres and any

other texture, your preference. Usual felt items.

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ELEANOR BRASH

I discovered wet felt making in 2009, when I enrolled in a Shellharbour Council sponsored

workshop. The tutor was well-known sculpture and feltmaker Anita Larkin.

This became a “light bulb” moment. Now, felted hats are my speciality and I have received

first place awards for my hats at Sydney’s Royal Easter Show and the Bendigo Sheep and

Wool Show.

I am currently the Secretary for the Illawarra Feltmakers Inc.

Suggested reading:

“Uniquely Felt” by Christine While. Origami Hat, Pages 189-191.

“Felt Magazine” – Issue 15. 9” Square Hat by Eleanor Brash, Pages 25-27.

Presentation: 19” Square Hat – Show and Tell plus interactive discussion.

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JACQUIE DAMON

Jacquie combines decades of knowledge in the fashion industry with a passion for felting

and shoe making.

She is a designer, trainer, felter and student in the art of shoe making.

Presentation:

Shoe Making for Felters - Presentation and interactive discussion and demonstration.

Objective: Explanation and demonstration of the tools, materials and processes involved in

making a pair of felted shoes.

SAMANTHA (SAM) EVERETT

Liz Williamson was my main mentor and supervisor at Uni, and my studio practise helped

mould future Course outlines.

Anita Larkin was the first artist to teach me felti

when she was in Australia, with a real focus on colour mixing; and the wonderful Jenny

Hopper. My real claim to fame is having one of my felt dresses on The Kerry

Show!

I have been facilitating a 5 day course in

Bellingen for a couple of years now, and am a member of

live in a quaint and rural village called Wingham.

My studio – “A Little to the Left Studio & Gallery”

coast in NSW.

Presentation Topic: “Freestyle” Feltmaking

Fur and beyond!!!

Objective: Inspire, Engage, (gently) Challenge and Share my story and life as a Fibre

Artist, what “Freestyle Feltmaking” means.

Outcome: Participants will choose what we and/or they make, based on their interests,

imaginations and “what if I” responses. Like the na

a little to the left or right of main stream; just like me, I guess! This workshop is for those

who wish to develop their work more conceptually, have forgotten how to simply “play”

with materials having no final ou

passionate about the creative process or just want a bit of a laugh in a relaxed, supportive

and informal space.

Requirements: Bring 4 shades of wool (can be neutral tones or bright colours), silk hanki

pieces of fabric or other yarns. Usual felting requirements.

SAMANTHA (SAM) EVERETT

I am an artist and at the end of last year I extended my

studio space to include a Gallery that focuses on

showcasing Textile and Fibre Art, along with emerging

artists!

I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours, and was the

first person to Major in Textiles at the College of Fine Arts

(Cofa, part of UNSW). Part of my Degree was spent on

exchange and scholarship at Glasgow School of Art

Scotlalnd.


mould future Course outlines.

Anita Larkin was the first artist to teach me felting. I then studied under Jeanette Appleton


Hopper. My real claim to fame is having one of my felt dresses on The Kerry

5 day course in “Freestyle Feltmaking” at Camp Creative in

Bellingen for a couple of years now, and am a member of The Manning Fibre Artists

live in a quaint and rural village called Wingham.

“A Little to the Left Studio & Gallery” – is located in Taree on the mid north

“Freestyle” Feltmaking – from King Solomon, Impressionism, Possum

Inspire, Engage, (gently) Challenge and Share my story and life as a Fibre

Artist, what “Freestyle Feltmaking” means.

Participants will choose what we and/or they make, based on their interests,

imaginations and “what if I” responses. Like the name of my studio and gallery, my work is

or right of main stream; just like me, I guess! This workshop is for those


with materials having no final outcome in mind, have lost their creative mojo, are


Bring 4 shades of wool (can be neutral tones or bright colours), silk hanki

pieces of fabric or other yarns. Usual felting requirements.

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I am an artist and at the end of last year I extended my

space to include a Gallery that focuses on

showcasing Textile and Fibre Art, along with emerging

I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours, and was the

first person to Major in Textiles at the College of Fine Arts

my Degree was spent on

Glasgow School of Art,


ng. I then studied under Jeanette Appleton


Hopper. My real claim to fame is having one of my felt dresses on The Kerry-Anne Breakfast

at Camp Creative in

The Manning Fibre Artists, as I

located in Taree on the mid north

from King Solomon, Impressionism, Possum

Inspire, Engage, (gently) Challenge and Share my story and life as a Fibre

Participants will choose what we and/or they make, based on their interests,

me of my studio and gallery, my work is

or right of main stream; just like me, I guess! This workshop is for those


tcome in mind, have lost their creative mojo, are


Bring 4 shades of wool (can be neutral tones or bright colours), silk hankies,

Marilyn S Jensen O.A.M

(Convenor of 14th

SHFC 2017, currently President of Toowoomba Spinners, Weavers & Dyers Group

I retired about 5 years ago from an almost 50year career in the

and administrator in large and small hospitals. I have graduate and several post

University qualifications at honours degree level in these fields, and have been recognised by my

local community and nationally with awards for my service across many fields within the health

industry and the local community. I have many publications related to my career and two in the

district I grew up in where my family were pioneers.

I have always been interested in threa

were getting my fingers stabbed and pinned in mother’s sewing

machine as a youngster making a lace hanky for my mother as a gift.

I was first shown how to felt by Karen Christiansen, a member of the

Ipswich

going to make into a clutch bag. That didn’t happen, and at that time I

was busy making quilts. Well, this piece of felt just happened to find its

way into an evening jacket. I still wear th

results. I like making flowers, hats, wraps, useful bags and satchels

and light nuno felt, mainly becaus

Simple but Beautiful Felt Flowers:

Objective: To discuss, demonstrate techniques and share ideas in making felt flowers.

Demonstration and interactive discussion.

Eco Dyeing on Felted Items:

Objective: To discuss the process, and d

by using natural leaves and flowers to create stunning household accessories or enhance wearable

apparel.

Presentation, demonstration, and interactive discussion.

Marilyn S Jensen O.A.M.


Inc.)

I retired about 5 years ago from an almost 50year career in the health industry, working as a teacher

and administrator in large and small hospitals. I have graduate and several post


ally with awards for my service across many fields within the health


district I grew up in where my family were pioneers.

I have always been interested in threads and fibre. My earliest memories



My mum still has this hanky today, more than sixty years later.

(Mum is 95)

I have no formal qualifications in textiles, but have exhibited

nationally and locally at various exhibitions. I have been awarded

numerous championships across a wide range of textile crafts.


Ipswich Spinners group in 1983. I made a flat piece of felt, which, I was



way into an evening jacket. I still wear this jacket with great pride.

I find felt making hard work but so enduring. The unexpected,

sometime happens with felt making , producing extraordinary


and light nuno felt, mainly because of our warm climate.

Simple but Beautiful Felt Flowers:

To discuss, demonstrate techniques and share ideas in making felt flowers.

Demonstration and interactive discussion.

To discuss the process, and demonstrate how plain felt items can be brought alive


Presentation, demonstration, and interactive discussion.

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health industry, working as a teacher

and administrator in large and small hospitals. I have graduate and several post- graduate


ally with awards for my service across many fields within the health


ds and fibre. My earliest memories



My mum still has this hanky today, more than sixty years later.

al qualifications in textiles, but have exhibited

nationally and locally at various exhibitions. I have been awarded

numerous championships across a wide range of textile crafts.


Spinners group in 1983. I made a flat piece of felt, which, I was



is jacket with great pride.

I find felt making hard work but so enduring. The unexpected,

sometime happens with felt making , producing extraordinary


To discuss, demonstrate techniques and share ideas in making felt flowers.

emonstrate how plain felt items can be brought alive


Bio:

When first introduced to felting in New Zealand, I was fascinated

by the exquisiteness, pliability, versatility and functionality of the

material. Felt is believed to be the oldest fabric made by mankind.

Having a strong heritage in working with silk, I

technique (that is, fusion and lamination of wool fibre with woven

fabrics) in my work. The wonderful marriage of the two materials

provides felt a contemporary and modern identity.

My collection is all handmade, with very fine craftsman

incorporating tradition, culture and contemporary design. Each

piece is a unique artwork dedicated to those who appreciate a

thoughtful approach to the integrity of making things. I strongly believe fashion can be a

sustainable practice that is cult

zero wastage and up-cycled materials in my collection.

Workshops:

Name: Seamless Pouch

Objective: Sharing the technique of felting over a resist to make a seamless container.

Outcome: End of session, participants will finish a small seamless pouch with simple

surface design.

Requirements: Bubble wrap 1x1m, 60g wool top, small colour prefect for cut up designs, 1

to 2 metres of black thin wool yarn (optional), fork/skewer for laying wool yarn

soap and small scissors, scrap fellable fabrics (optional).

Participants: 8 - 10

Name: The Little Ones Adventure

Requirements: 10 grams of brightly coloured wool sliver

NB. Dolls will be available to purchase for class. Like a barbie doll.

Dolls will be judged in a beauty contest prior to fashion parade on Thursday night.

DEBBIE LEUNG




Having a strong heritage in working with silk, I often employ nuno




My collection is all handmade, with very fine craftsman




sustainable practice that is culturally and socially responsible. I have adopted natural dye,

cycled materials in my collection.

Seamless Pouch

Sharing the technique of felting over a resist to make a seamless container.

session, participants will finish a small seamless pouch with simple

: Bubble wrap 1x1m, 60g wool top, small colour prefect for cut up designs, 1

to 2 metres of black thin wool yarn (optional), fork/skewer for laying wool yarn

soap and small scissors, scrap fellable fabrics (optional).

The Little Ones Adventure – Dolls (Barbie size)

10 grams of brightly coloured wool sliver. Bits of embellishment, silk.

l be available to purchase for class. Like a barbie doll.


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often employ nuno




My collection is all handmade, with very fine craftsmanship




urally and socially responsible. I have adopted natural dye,

Sharing the technique of felting over a resist to make a seamless container.

session, participants will finish a small seamless pouch with simple

: Bubble wrap 1x1m, 60g wool top, small colour prefect for cut up designs, 1

to 2 metres of black thin wool yarn (optional), fork/skewer for laying wool yarn (optional),

. Bits of embellishment, silk.

l be available to purchase for class. Like a barbie doll.


I am an artist who specialises in using felt as my medium. My

shows. I e

of professional makers based on the Isle of Wight.

I have taught many aspects of felt making, including functional items such as bags, hats and

rugs; although these days I teach felt art workshops tha

practice and the specialised techniques I have developed. In 2017 I am teaching at the IFA

AGM (UK). Felters Fling (USA), as well as New Zealand and Convergence!

In 2009 I led the Medina Yurt Project with 14 schools and com

fully felt-covered 14” yurt. I am regional co

workshops with international and UK tutors. This is a volunteer role, and one that I have

carried out for 12 years. I have had work published

journals; and have travelled widely in connection with my interest in art and culture,

including Bangladesh and Siberia during the last 5 years.

Presentations

“Collage to Create”: (1) Lay Down and Cut Up (practical ses

Aims or Objectives: To explore the potential of multicolour layering of pre

without nuno additions to the surface in the medium of

different stages of pre-felting and the possibilities with each stage to

collage. I will explain the process of cutting to create shape, outline and shadow effects: re

cutting and assembling as an experimental approach before finally felting to produce

samples (A4 size). We will look at the different stages o

with each.


personal practice focuses on the production of one

pieces in 2 or 3 dimensions through which I explore and

develop my themes. I originally trained in Fine Art

(specialising in portraiture), and have taught Art and Design in

schools, community groups and adult workshops.

I have worked in Art and Art Education my whole working life.

My painting practice and understanding of sculptural form has

underpinned my artworks in textiles, which I exhibit every year

– locally, nationally and internationally, in juried touring

shows. I exhibit regularly with QuayCrafts, a mixed craft group



rugs; although these days I teach felt art workshops that are closely related to my own


AGM (UK). Felters Fling (USA), as well as New Zealand and Convergence!

In 2009 I led the Medina Yurt Project with 14 schools and community groups to produce a

covered 14” yurt. I am regional co-ordinator for IFA Region 2, organising


carried out for 12 years. I have had work published in a number of publications and


including Bangladesh and Siberia during the last 5 years.

(1) Lay Down and Cut Up (practical session)

To explore the potential of multicolour layering of pre

without nuno additions to the surface in the medium of felt collage. We will look at

felting and the possibilities with each stage to proceed with the

collage. I will explain the process of cutting to create shape, outline and shadow effects: re


samples (A4 size). We will look at the different stages of pre-felting and the possibilities

CHRIS LINES

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the production of one-off art

pieces in 2 or 3 dimensions through which I explore and

develop my themes. I originally trained in Fine Art

(specialising in portraiture), and have taught Art and Design in

schools, community groups and adult workshops.

e worked in Art and Art Education my whole working life.

My painting practice and understanding of sculptural form has

underpinned my artworks in textiles, which I exhibit every year

locally, nationally and internationally, in juried touring

xhibit regularly with QuayCrafts, a mixed craft group



t are closely related to my own


munity groups to produce a

ordinator for IFA Region 2, organising


in a number of publications and


To explore the potential of multicolour layering of pre-felts; with or

. We will look at

proceed with the

collage. I will explain the process of cutting to create shape, outline and shadow effects: re-


felting and the possibilities

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“Collage to Create”: (2) The Power of Pre-Felt (practical session)

Aims or Objectives: This session follows on and builds from the previous day. Participants

will build their own small collage samples, using an image they have brought as a design

inspiration. These can be long and narrow, or rectangle shape. There will be a focus on

Design Elements: composition, colour, tonal value, line and contract, pattern elements,

accents and focal points. Surface Textures: They will learn how to select an area using an

improvised viewfinder and develop their design from this. We will discuss the limited

palette. Applications in different areas of feltmaking will be discussed: i.e. how to apply

collage techniques in functional forms inc. bags, hats and wearables. All will be illustrated

with examples via Powerpoint.

“Faces of Felt”: (2 practical sessions)

Aims or Objectives: Using natural coloured

fleece in a range of tones, participants will

create a dramatic tonal Face of Felt. This is a

special process that has been developed

using digital image processing, especially for

felting and is accessible to all. It requires only

basic drawing ability. The digital processing is

demonstrated (via Powerpoint) and there is a hand-out with all the basic steps. Anyone

who is reasonably computer literate can use the method to produce their own images later

on.

Images for this session will be supplied pre-prepared and selected. The selection will be

differentiated for varying degrees of difficulty, and there will be some choice of image.

Requirements: I am requesting that pre-felts be prepared in advance for the Faces of Felt

session, unless we can get a bit more time from somewhere. This would require 4 pieces of

pre-felt A4 size in natural coloured fleece only (nothing dyed): white, light grey/brown, mid

grey/brown, dark brown/black 20-25g dry weight of tops per A4 size piece. This must be

laid in 4 layers in 4 different directions: horizontally and vertically and diagonally each way.

Although this is a very different workshop situation, I think we can do it with a carefully

structured Powerpoint to demonstrate the steps and method.

Participants need thin plastic drop-sheets for felting – no bubble wrap

2 small towels

Cotton fabric only, no polycotton

“My Journey in Felt”: Illustrated talk. Happy to take questions afterwards.

KIRBYSUE LYONS


Requirements: Small amounts of 3 or 4 colours wool, s

texture, your preference. Usual felt items.

KIRBYSUE LYONS

I am a felter of 10 years and just happened upon it

at a Jondaryan felters’ weekend. My love of colors,

textures, seasonal rhythms come from the many

places lived : San Diego, Melbourne, Hobart, Lae,

Honiara, Brisbane and Toowoomba.

My craft is expressed through the layer upon layer

effect implementing wool, silk and cotton.

eclectic understanding of the felting process.

Nature with its organic influence is the perfect draw

for my inspiration giving maximum impact through

the creative spirit. Each piece is unique to my mood

and sometimes bargain findings. I love the

the soapy slip and the wonderful happenings that

slide together when felting.


Requirements: Small amounts of 3 or 4 colours wool, silk fabric, silk fibres

ce. Usual felt items.

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I am a felter of 10 years and just happened upon it

’ weekend. My love of colors,

textures, seasonal rhythms come from the many

places lived : San Diego, Melbourne, Hobart, Lae,

Honiara, Brisbane and Toowoomba.

My craft is expressed through the layer upon layer

effect implementing wool, silk and cotton. and an

eclectic understanding of the felting process.

Nature with its organic influence is the perfect draw

for my inspiration giving maximum impact through

the creative spirit. Each piece is unique to my mood

and sometimes bargain findings. I love the feel of

the soapy slip and the wonderful happenings that

, silk fibres and any other

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JONNA MACFADYEN Textured in felt Acknowledgement to Annette Quentin-Stoll and her book Filz Experiment

Objective: Participants will have a choice of making either 3 cone shaped textured pieces or 3 flat textured pieces of felt using different stitches to pull the pre-felt into a specific textures and hand felt to “fix”. Outcome: Three finished felt items of textured felt to take home. Textures:- 1 Folds 2 Coral 3 Sheepskin Requirements: Flat texture pieces 3 rectangular pre-felts using two layers of wool. Pre-felts should be fine rather than thick layers to allow you to easily fold when making textures. The technique reduces the prefect by 50-70% so start with a minimum 30cm x30cm. Textured cone shapes 3 prefelts made around a cone shaped resist approx 28cmH x 23cmW. Strong sewing cotton in a contrasting colour Large needle towel soap solution for working the felt

STUART MARSHALL

&

SHIRLEY JOHSON

Stuart Marshall: I am President of the Hervey Bay Spinners, Weavers & Fibre Artists

Group. I enjoy all the various activities our group is involved in, although felting has been

my main focus over the last few years. When one project is completed, I have 3 more on

the drawing board.

The group have been conducting felting classes for the wider community, which have been

very popular. My felting repertoire is continually evolving; it keeps things interesting and

fun.

Shirley Johnson: I started on my fibre art journey som

encouragement of my dear friend Rosemary, who taught me how to spin. We spent many

hours together doing our crafts.

Several years later we attended a felting workshop making a hat and a bag. Well, that was it

for me – once I had shaped the hat on a proper hat block/mould, I was sold. I enjoy making

hats and make traditional hats as I wear a hat every day

many hats I own!!

Presentation: Key-hole Scarf

interspersed with lots of discussion.

STUART MARSHALL

SHIRLEY JOHSON

I am President of the Hervey Bay Spinners, Weavers & Fibre Artists





I started on my fibre art journey some 10 years ago with the


hours together doing our crafts.


haped the hat on a proper hat block/mould, I was sold. I enjoy making

hats and make traditional hats as I wear a hat every day – and I’m not going to tell you how

Photos of Hervey Bay

hole Scarf – Show & Tell with a vibrant slideshow of their environment

interspersed with lots of discussion.

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I am President of the Hervey Bay Spinners, Weavers & Fibre Artists





e 10 years ago with the



haped the hat on a proper hat block/mould, I was sold. I enjoy making

and I’m not going to tell you how

Show & Tell with a vibrant slideshow of their environment

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Elaine Murray

Toowoomba Region

A felt maker of some years now and has talent in

many other areas as well.

I particularly like nuno scarves, hats and bags.

My presentation will be for beginners to advanced,

with the only skills needed is a sense of fun .

I will help participants to successfully make a small

nuno felt neck scarf.

Requirements:

25 grams fine merino wool

Length of tissue silk enough for scarf, about 1 metre x 0.4 That little piece that's not quite

big enough for a full sized scarf.

A handful of fun bits to decorate

1 piece of bubble wrap a little longer than your piece of silk fabric

Small piece wood dowel or plastic pipe

Usual felting items.

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MIEKE DEN OTTER

Mieke den Otter is a painter with a background in

illustration and textiles. She is an active practicing artist and

regularly participates in group exhibitions, community arts

projects and mentoring to grow the arts.

Her experience in teaching includes TAFE Visual Arts & Craft,

Festivals and workshops with community.

She is inspired by the human form, environment and music.

‘Travel taught me that everyone on this planet have the

same wants and needs. I hope to make a difference in our

community by being involved in the arts.

It’s exciting, fresh, tactile, hard work, social times and creative days in isolation. My love of

the tactile has taken me on an exciting journey of mixed media drawing, painting, hand

spinning fibre, dyeing and felt making.’

www.facebook.com/Felt.Pieces

Presentation: Community Felt – Presentation and interactive discussion

I am passionate about fibres and textiles. I

arts, dyeing, spinning and feltmaking. My biggest love is designing,

producing and wearing my own unique handmade felt creations.

I grew up in Ashburton, always being interested in many crafts. My

father was a foreman in the Ash

husband, John was a shearer and farmer

I love to work with wool. Being introduced to felting by another

coloured sheep breeder in 1991 and attending workshops by tutors

from NZ and overseas, I have, over the years, developed techniques

to create unique textiles.

Felting various materials such as merino, silk, mohair and alpaca, the layering of fibres and

combination of rich colours create unique easy

just the look of the felt; it is the handle, touch, feel and drape of the felt that is most

irresistible. I have exhibited my felt designs in fashion parades, shops and galleries in New

Zealand and Australia. I feel I am always learning with felt, an

workshops.

My work experience covers a wide range of art and fibre techniques throughout my lifetime.

My achievements are listed over the last 5 years:

2007 Taranaki Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade, selected by Annah Str

2006 Supreme Award – Creating Fibre Fashion Parade (National)

2006 Sentosa Silk Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade

2005 Merino Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade, selected by Bryan Molyneux

2005 Black & Coloured Sheep Breeders Award, Creative Fib

Exhibitions & Fashion Parades:

2015 Creative Fibre Festival Rotorua Fashion Runway, Liaison showcase

2014 Creative Fibre Festival Dunedin Fashion pop

2013 Creative Fibre Festival Wellington Fashion Runway

2012 Cromwell combined Societ

masterclasses

2009 Waikoiaiti Fashion Parade

SHONA SCHOFIELD

I am passionate about fibres and textiles. I enjoy many fibre-related

arts, dyeing, spinning and feltmaking. My biggest love is designing,

producing and wearing my own unique handmade felt creations.

I grew up in Ashburton, always being interested in many crafts. My

father was a foreman in the Ashford spinning wheel factory and my

husband, John was a shearer and farmer – so it is not surprising that

I love to work with wool. Being introduced to felting by another

coloured sheep breeder in 1991 and attending workshops by tutors

, I have, over the years, developed techniques


combination of rich colours create unique easy-to-wear clothing and accessories. It is



Zealand and Australia. I feel I am always learning with felt, and love to inspire others in my


My achievements are listed over the last 5 years:

Taranaki Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade, selected by Annah Str

Creating Fibre Fashion Parade (National)

Sentosa Silk Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade

Merino Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade, selected by Bryan Molyneux

Black & Coloured Sheep Breeders Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade

Exhibitions & Fashion Parades:

2015 Creative Fibre Festival Rotorua Fashion Runway, Liaison showcase

2014 Creative Fibre Festival Dunedin Fashion pop-up

2013 Creative Fibre Festival Wellington Fashion Runway

2012 Cromwell combined Society of Artsd Crafts, Easter Exhibition. Guest Exhibitor &

2009 Waikoiaiti Fashion Parade

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wear clothing and accessories. It is not



d love to inspire others in my


Taranaki Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade, selected by Annah Stretton

Merino Award, Creative Fibre Fashion Parade, selected by Bryan Molyneux

re Fashion Parade

y of Artsd Crafts, Easter Exhibition. Guest Exhibitor &

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Garment Construction for Felt Jacket:

Aims or Objectives: (Talk, demonstration and questions). Discuss structure, patternmaking

and felting process of a felt jacket. Including demonstration using sliver/top and needlefelt.

Outcome: Participants will be able to create a fitting felt jacket or garment.

Requirements: Pad and pen/pencil.

Rose Fascinator:

Aims or Objectives: Hands on/practical. Creation of a resist, felting to form a rose.

Using millinery techniques to create fascinator.

Requirements: 30cm wide non-slip drawer liner

70cm square fine plastic (drop plastic)

30 cms square thick plastic or foam resist

Water sprinkler

Soap

30gm merino (very small amount silk optional)

9cm diameter circle of firm aida fabric

50cm hat elastic, (comb or clip optional)

Needle & Thread

BARBARA SCOTT

enterprise employing 35 people, creating garments and bedding from beautiful Australian

wool. I was awarded the ABC Australian Rural Woman of the Year in 1996.

I originally trained as an Art Teache

Education (Aboriginal Education) and a Diploma of Teaching (Primary). I then completed

several further textile-related studies before completing qualifications in Visual Arts and

Contemporary Craft.

Wool is a fascinating fibre to work with; a natural insulator

winter – able to hold large amounts of water before feeling wet, and gentle and soft against

the skin.

My original wearable art pieces use all the properties of this

microscopic scales – along with water, soap and a change of temperature with a little

agitation – is the basis for all of my felt making. Most of my pieces are reversible, providing

two totally different looks, and many in

Felt making is an energetic exercise. As I create each piece, I believe I incorporate the

creative energy into the piece, allowing the wearer to connect with the energy and the

message.

Presentation: From Conception to Installation

A presentation relating to a fibre exhibition and interactive discussion.

BARBARA SCOTT (Creator of Wow Creations

Original wearable art)

My fascination with Australian wool began early on in life as

I sat learning to knit and craft with my mother, a competent

craftswoman.

While incapacitated with a knee injury I learnt to spin wool

from the sheep’s back, along with many other fibres. From

here I progressed to growing and classing wool on an

Australian sheep farm while creating for my own pleasure.

However, as my production grew so did my need to find

other outlets – eventually resulting in a large commercial



I originally trained as an Art Teacher in South Australia before completing a Bachelor of


related studies before completing qualifications in Visual Arts and

ol is a fascinating fibre to work with; a natural insulator – cool in summer and warm in

able to hold large amounts of water before feeling wet, and gentle and soft against

My original wearable art pieces use all the properties of this wonderful fibre. Wool, with its

along with water, soap and a change of temperature with a little

is the basis for all of my felt making. Most of my pieces are reversible, providing

two totally different looks, and many incorporate silk and many other natural fibres.



nception to Installation

A presentation relating to a fibre exhibition and interactive discussion.

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My fascination with Australian wool began early on in life as

I sat learning to knit and craft with my mother, a competent

injury I learnt to spin wool

from the sheep’s back, along with many other fibres. From

here I progressed to growing and classing wool on an

Australian sheep farm while creating for my own pleasure.

However, as my production grew so did my need to find

eventually resulting in a large commercial



r in South Australia before completing a Bachelor of


related studies before completing qualifications in Visual Arts and

cool in summer and warm in

able to hold large amounts of water before feeling wet, and gentle and soft against

wonderful fibre. Wool, with its

along with water, soap and a change of temperature with a little

is the basis for all of my felt making. Most of my pieces are reversible, providing

corporate silk and many other natural fibres.



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Helen Stumkat

Textile Fibre Artist & Tutor

PROFILE

I have been conducting classes, both in

Australia and New Zealand, covering,

spinning, weaving, dyeing and felting for

the past 39 years. Throughout my career

I have received numerous awards and

accolades from multiple art galleries,

associated clubs and media print

including Textile Fibre Forum. I have also

been invited to conduct classes for Cobb

& Co Museum, MacGregor Summer and

Winter Schools, and the Cunnamulla Art Society. My works have been exhibited in solo and

group exhibitions, the latest solo exhibition of which being The Cunnamulla Fella Art Gallery

during June and July 2014.

EXPERIENCE

My initial experience began as an apprentice florist in 1959 working for Theresa O’Shea

Florist in Brisbane. From there I went into commercial breeding of cashmere goats, herd

numbering to 500 from 1977 to 2000. This journey enabled me to experience and to

expand my knowledge in all forms of natural fibres (plant and animal). During this period

and till the present day, I discovered the art of spinning, weaving, dyeing and felting which

lead me to hold positions in various local textile clubs and establishing my own business

namely, The Spinning Parlour 1979-1990 and Heirloom Creations 1994-2006. Since 2006 to

this date I currently produce and sell one-off, textile art garments, wall hangings and framed

works under my label Ewe-Unique Designs.

EDUCATION

MacGregor Summer and Winter Schools, University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba

Queensland – Textile Art Design Courses (Dyeing, Spinning, Weaving, Felting and Millenary)

– 1980 – 2014

Textile Fibre Forum, Brisbane, Queensland – Textile Master Course – 1990 – 2006

International and National Felt Makers Convergence conducted by International Tutors –

Tutorials, Workshops and Seminars – 1996 – 2014

TAFE Brisbane, Mt Gravatt, Queensland – Diploma Millenary – 2014 – Present.

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SKILLS

Over the years I have developed skills in spinning, weaving, dyeing and felting which has led

me to develop other skills including: Business Management, Teaching of all age groups in

the textile fields, Art Design and Presentation, Event Management and Promotion, Fashion

Design and Creation.

PRESENTATIONS

My Felt Journey

Professional Millinery Finishing Techniques

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Marlene Taylor

Birth: 1962

Country: Finke

Home: Titjikala,NT

Language: Luritja

Yankunytjatjara

Marlene grew up at Titjikala and has spent most of her adult life in this region, her father

was a stockman at Maryvale Station, her mother worked in the station homestead cleaning

the house.

Marlene and her friends used to go to the stockyards after school and watch the stockmen

riding around, working the cattle. She attended high school in Alice Springs during her early

teens and on returning to Titjikala she worked at the Women’s Centre and the Art Centre.

She has two children and four grandchildren.

Marlene is a prolific artist and works across several mediums including batik, painting,

ceramics, felting and punu and played a major role in the designing and batiking several

fabric lengths for the Central Australian Aboriginal Women's Choir tour of Germany in 2015.

Presentation: Our Amazing Felt Beanies, with show and tell

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ARTIST STATEMENT

I am Dorothy Ann Walsh, born on Manus Island New Guinea and my work is an expression

of the way I choose to interact with my community. I consider myself a textile artist.

Through my work I choose to delight others with historical knowledge and indulge the

senses.

I work with textiles, specifically by creating felt and constructing historically accurate

garments and accessories. My garments are constructed with cotton, linen, silk and or wool.

My historical garments need to be wearable as mostly they are used by the members of the

Queensland Colonial Association Incorporated and fit into the period of 1800-1900.

I felt with different fibres including but not exclusive to silk, cotton, wool, camel, alpaca,

angora and plant fibres. I use both the dry and wet techniques of felting along with the

process of nuno. My felting takes many forms and includes wearables, hanging pieces and

home wear items.

Currently, my work with historical garments reflects the lives of men, women and children

performing everyday tasks and work. This requires a large amount of research as most of

the garments which we have access to come from the upper classes.

My felting practice continues to develop techniques which allow me to embed textures into

my pieces. I want my work to reflect nature in a ‘touchable’ form that we may wear or wrap

around ourselves.

I enjoy my community practice and engage in teaching workshops in sewing and felting on a

regular basis.

Joint Presentation with Mieke den Otter: Community Felt – presentation and interactive

discussion.

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VIVIENNE YOUNG

My interest in textiles began at an early age. Surrounded by family involved in knitting,

weaving and dressmaking, something had to rub off! I trained as a secondary art/craft

teacher, majored in painting – but was drawn more and more to textiles.

For many years I bred black and coloured Border Leicester sheep; initially for their long, soft,

lustrous fleece for hand spinning. Supply outgrew demand and in 1998 “Mirragong

Woolworks” was established to promote wool, supply pure wool yarn for knitters, and teach

the ancient skill of felt making.

A placement in Gobi Altai, Mongolia to teach felting for 3 months turned into 3 years. I am

now settled in Orbost, Victoria with no sheep or alpacas but plenty of fleece to keep me

spinning, felting, dyeing and knitting for years to come.

The title of my presentation is “Felting in Mongolia” – Interactive discussion with questions.

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