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knit one, purl the other

sue — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 21:02:47 +0800

Saturday 14th of June 2008 is Worldwide Knit In Public Day. As we all know knitting is not a crime, but very much an activity people mostly do on their own.

In Wellington why not fully embrace the outdoors and head along to the Bucket Fountain in Cuba Mall where the lovely Tash will be from 2pm with her needles (or at the Southern Cross if it's raining).

Yay for knitting in public!

And speaking of knitting in public, how much are we all loving, loving, loving the urban knitting that is appearing around town. Finally Wellington is experiencing a fashion renaissance of the woolen variety. Every day I keep hearing and seeing reports of subversive knittyness around the city, and honestly I don't think Wellington has ever looked more beautiful.

Sadly someone disagrees as nothing seems to stay up for too long.

Which makes me wonder, if you could see subversive knitting anywhere, where would it be?

From the Mouths of Babes

Hadyn — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 08:25:47 +0800

And by "Babes" I naturally mean those sexy Craftwerk babes:

Hey kids,
It's time to get excited again, because Craftwerk is only a week away!

These cats will be there...

Electr!c Foxes - Crochet stupid bits.Think anatomical hearts, intestines, vaginas, dead bunnies and the like.
Super Very - Pin up girl magnets and jewelry. So hot.
A Low Hum - Camp Low Hum tickets, compilation CD's and Zines packed full of rad.
The Neo Cons - Laser Cut Badges Zines and cds. Grayson Gilmore + So So Modern merch and other things.
Triangle - Gloves and sleeves, Fimo Badges and 'Jean Bling'.
White Fungus and Tim Bollinger - Independent publications: full range of White Fungus back-issues and comics by TIm Bollinger.
Babylicious - Screen printed goodies for the little ones. Made by one of our Wellingtonistas!
Toast! - Cute one off garments made in Nelson.
Guillotine Zeens - Locally made Zines and comics. Felt me up Brooches.
Noisywerks - Messenger and Tote bags made from retro and recycled fabrics. Felt purses and friendship bracelets.
ISHLAND and VideoBlood - DVD's and badges. Find out what these crazy kids are up to next.
Tacit - Badges, Brooches, hairpins, bags and notebooks - all crafted from everyday and discarded objects.
Ard's Cards - Cute, fun, Iconic, photographic Cards.
Tiny Happy - Bags, babies shoes and pants, all hand made from recycled fabrics.
The Kitchin - a collection of kitchy bits and bobs.

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Craftwerk

Martha Craig — Thu, 06 Jul 2006 17:17:12 +0800

Only a week until Craftwerk hits the town.

Where: Paramount Theatre
When: Thursday 13th July, 5.30-8.30
What: Where to start? There will be a fabulous range of craft items created by oodles of clever people. From badges to crochet, from jewellery to a rather special range of children's screenprinted shirts (bit of self promotion never hurt anyone eh?).

There will be music and Atari games, a fantastic mix tape swap, and all in a licensed venue.

Truly, does life get any sweeter?

Stitch and Bitch

Martha Craig — Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:20:06 +0800

Not far north of Wellington is the fabulous Hutt Valley. The jewel in the crown of Hutt City is Petone, and this is the very spot where stitchers and bitchers will be hooking up (craft joke) fortnightly. Any project is welcome, from peggy squares to pipecleaner models of the Eiffel Tower.

The meeting room at Petone Library has been booked for this Monday June 26, from 7.30pm. Unfortunately the venue is not available every Monday, so we're still looking for the perfect spot.

If you're keen please bowl on up. The entrance is from the Richmond St carpark. I'll pop up some signage on the night. There is hot water, but no cups or teabags, so byo please. We do need to pay for the room hire, a gold coin donation is very welcome.

You don't need to live anywhere near the venue to join us. We like people from everywhere. That includes you Wellington.

Questions? Contact me: wandaharland@gmail.com

Wir darn darn darn auf der Autobahn

Tom — Tue, 30 May 2006 06:22:28 +0800

Okay, so that's a lame song-lyric pun, but you try coming up with something wittier when you've just spent 48 hours chained up in fluffy handcuffs and you're writing a post about a craft fair called "Craftwerk". Since this is from the people who brought you BitchCraft, it's not the usual raffia mafia and dodgy doilies: expect more along the lines of Cleavage Girls buttons, knitted posters for Disasteradio, self-published 'zines and teddies with entrails. Yummy.

I could try rewriting the press release, but my brain is still busy recaffeinating, and besides, I have to get the candlewax and lipstick off my tux. So, here's the press release in its entirety.

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CraftWerk is a bi-monthly craft fair featuring the best and brightest of the Wellington craft scene. The inaugural CraftWerk launches at The Paramount Theatre on the 13th of July from 5.30pm.

CraftWerk will feature a diverse range of: art, handmade items, and indie designer fashion, representing New Zealand's handmade revolution. What sets CraftWerk apart from any other fair is our intention to foster and inspire kiwi crafters without profiting at their expense. Simply think traditional fairs with a twist and you have CraftWerk.

The Paramount Theatre Wellington's oldest Cinema and now its hottest events venue is where CraftWerk calls home. The Paramount's lounge bar is stocked with a wide range of beers and wines as well as soft drinks, snacks and Kapiti ice-cream. This relaxing atmosphere, in the middle of Wellington's hub of entertainment and nightlife, Courtenay Place, allows vendors and shoppers alike a break from the bustle and a chance to absorb the CraftWerk experience.