Empress Wu Designs with Wilma

  6 December, Christmas Countdown #25envelopes ... Christmas Market . Today , this recycled envelope had roses printed in its corners and features an Australian Celebrations stamp with Christmas presents... so today's theme is roses and Christmas shopping. Today, at Lambton Park bordered by beautiful rose gardens, the Hunter Arts Network held the first Art Bazaar of 2020. It was the annual Christmas market and was the first this year because of previously Covid restrictions . Of course, our local Christmas market is nothing like the traditional, renowned Christmas markets in Europe, but it is a Christmas event we all look forward to. With more relaxed restrictions outdoors here in NSW , there was such an atmosphere of excitement and Christmas spirit, despite the very hot windy weather. Thanks to all the shoppers who were looking for unique handmade Christmas gifts in a unique year. This envelope is collaged with paper and cloth, with papers torn from magazines, maps, and ol...

St John the Baptist Anglican Church in Lambton ( Newcastle NSW) became Arty Place #12 in this blog's series of Arty Places last weekend.  This was such a great community event and I was so happy to participate in a local "arty" event right in my own neighbourhood. The  show's opening was a special occasion, with my friend and local politician, Sonia Hornery, Member for Wallsend, officiating. This art show also had the best background music - usually at these shows there is pre recorded music over a speaker, but on Friday night, we had the most beautiful harp musical accompaniment and on Saturday, a very accomplished musician on the piano. While the Spring Art Show has focussed on paintings, a number of artisans attended this year with displays of their work. Here is some of the work in the section of the show where I was. I didn't sell much, but I had a really lovely time and enjoyed the opportunity to show some of my stuff. As ...