I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas, we certainly did.
Are you a music fan? Looking for something to do between now and New Year? Did you know we have the 66th Australian Jazz Convention happening in Bundaberg right now?
No? Thats the reaction I've had from a lot of people.
This afternoon there's a Sundown Family Concert in Alexandra Park for free. It starts at 4pm and goes until 5.30pm and I believe it will feature our local talent.
The rest of the week is jampacked as well so if you're interested head down to the Civic Centre and have a chat to the people on the registration table who will be able to explain whats on and how much it costs.
Or have a look at their website. Although I will say to get a breakdown of who is playing where you need the program which is at the Civic Centre.
Tuesday 27 December 2011
Sunday 18 December 2011
Christmas Ornament Swap
The last swap for the JAV group was in November and it was an ATC that you could hang on your Christmas tree and a Christmas card.
Anyway I drew my friend Vicky and I decided to paint her a Santa face on a round wooden ornament. Great theory.
However when you haven't picked up a paint brush in a while and you've developed a trigger thumb on your right hand it proves to be a little more difficult.
So I decided to use one of the Christmas stamps and make a fabric ATC/ornament. Here's how it finished up.
The photo is a bit dark as I finished it at night and wanted to wrap it up to send.
Anyway I drew my friend Vicky and I decided to paint her a Santa face on a round wooden ornament. Great theory.
However when you haven't picked up a paint brush in a while and you've developed a trigger thumb on your right hand it proves to be a little more difficult.
So I decided to use one of the Christmas stamps and make a fabric ATC/ornament. Here's how it finished up.
The photo is a bit dark as I finished it at night and wanted to wrap it up to send.
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Bundy Pride
Last Tuesday I attended the official launch of the Bundy Pride website at CQ University and heard some very inspiring guest speakers as well. On the very same day Bundy Pride was being showcased in India at a Food Expo.
What is Bundy Pride?
Bundy Pride is a collective group of manufacturers, processors, tourism operators, professionals, marketing group of growers, graziers, forestry and seafood businesses.
Bundy Pride is designed to promote quality products that are designed, developed and manufactured in the region. And also to promote quality fresh products grown and/or harvested in the region.
The Aim of "Bundaberg Made & Bundaberg Grown"
The “Bundaberg Made and Bundaberg Grown” initiative aims to showcase the Region’s competencies through the use of an innovative branding campaign and the development of a website and Regional marketing plans. The branding and logos have been designed to be highly visible. They can be used as stickers and labels which can be applied to packaging and products made and grown within our region, as well as incorporated on letterhead, email signature blocks and other stationery.
AIMS & OBJECTIVES OF THE REGIONAL BRANDING INITIATIVE:
Promote our Region’s businesses, producers and manufacturers at a local, national and global level
Highlight our Region’s capacity and capability
Engender pride in local businesses and encourage referrals to other local businesses
Attract and retain skilled workers
Position the Bundaberg Region as 'the home' of premium producers and manufacturers
Encourage customers and consumers of Bundaberg Made and Bundaberg Grown products to look at what else is available from the Region, creating a multiplier effect
Emphasise the Bundaberg Region as an attractive place to work, live and play .
The website can be seen here http://www.bundypride.com.au/
You can also follow them on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bundy-Pride/133952363381930
This is a great initiative for Bundaberg so lets all get behind it, if only to "Like" them on Facebook.
What is Bundy Pride?
Bundy Pride is a collective group of manufacturers, processors, tourism operators, professionals, marketing group of growers, graziers, forestry and seafood businesses.
Bundy Pride is designed to promote quality products that are designed, developed and manufactured in the region. And also to promote quality fresh products grown and/or harvested in the region.
The Aim of "Bundaberg Made & Bundaberg Grown"
The “Bundaberg Made and Bundaberg Grown” initiative aims to showcase the Region’s competencies through the use of an innovative branding campaign and the development of a website and Regional marketing plans. The branding and logos have been designed to be highly visible. They can be used as stickers and labels which can be applied to packaging and products made and grown within our region, as well as incorporated on letterhead, email signature blocks and other stationery.
AIMS & OBJECTIVES OF THE REGIONAL BRANDING INITIATIVE:
Promote our Region’s businesses, producers and manufacturers at a local, national and global level
Highlight our Region’s capacity and capability
Engender pride in local businesses and encourage referrals to other local businesses
Attract and retain skilled workers
Position the Bundaberg Region as 'the home' of premium producers and manufacturers
Encourage customers and consumers of Bundaberg Made and Bundaberg Grown products to look at what else is available from the Region, creating a multiplier effect
Emphasise the Bundaberg Region as an attractive place to work, live and play .
The website can be seen here http://www.bundypride.com.au/
You can also follow them on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bundy-Pride/133952363381930
This is a great initiative for Bundaberg so lets all get behind it, if only to "Like" them on Facebook.
Friday 9 December 2011
Last PCYC craft market for the Year - Bargains to be had
Just a quick reminder that this Sunday will be the last PCYC craft market for the year and I've be having a bit of a clean out.
So that means BARGAINS for you.
Some of the stock on sale will be selected HERO ARTS stamps down to $15. WOW!
Darkroom Door down to $24.95.
Assorted mini stamps down to .50c
Assorted flowers down to .50c
And more so don't miss out on the opportunity to grab a present for that crafty friend or yourself.
See you Sunday.
So that means BARGAINS for you.
Some of the stock on sale will be selected HERO ARTS stamps down to $15. WOW!
Darkroom Door down to $24.95.
Assorted mini stamps down to .50c
Assorted flowers down to .50c
And more so don't miss out on the opportunity to grab a present for that crafty friend or yourself.
See you Sunday.
Thursday 8 December 2011
Original Artwork by Vicky
Are you looking for something original and unique for a Christmas present?
A friend of mine who lives on a property in northern NSW (which is currently flooded) sent me a few items to put on my Lorna Blue website.
Vicky Phelps is a very accomplished folk art teacher that also paints in a range of different styles. She has had many of her pieces published in art magazines and has taught classes overseas in England, Ireland and New Zealand. Her blog Outback Folk can be viewed here.
A friend of mine who lives on a property in northern NSW (which is currently flooded) sent me a few items to put on my Lorna Blue website.
Vicky Phelps is a very accomplished folk art teacher that also paints in a range of different styles. She has had many of her pieces published in art magazines and has taught classes overseas in England, Ireland and New Zealand. Her blog Outback Folk can be viewed here.
Funky Girl 4"x4" Canvas
Arabian Nights 4"x4" Canvas
Arabian Nights Journal
Tuscany Journal
Cooktown Orchids 8"x8" Canvas
You can see these (and a few more) in person at the PCYC craft markets this weekend, don't forget it's the last one for the year.
I'll also be in Hinkler shopping centre on the 17th and 19th up near Kmart.
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