Wednesday, January 9, 2019


8 by 8 inch  Rose Gatefold Cards

8 by 8 inch The flower shop

Craft Break

at the beautiful 
Westport Coast Hotel 
Sunday 31st of March to Friday 5th of April 2019
5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast for €275 pps
Single supplement is €15 per night. 
The hotel can accommodate 3 in a room. 
but the price is still €275.00 pps


Everyone is very welcome
If you love Card Making
You will love this craft break,
Where you will learn lots of different techniques
Meet new friends and pick up loads of inspiration and top tips
where to buy from, the best products,
and everyone's favourite craft essentials.

Classes will be held in a local Hall
Order of Malta Hall
St John's Place
Westport

Directions From Westport Coast Hotel
By car drive into town straight over the bridge with the traffic lights first turn left just before the church , first left again building is a stand alone on the right hand side . There may be parking around the library just further in but I would recommend car pooling. 

Anyone walking go through the grounds of Westport house, in front of hotel Westport, you will pass Lidl on your left Car Row Beg college on your left just as you you come to its entrance the order of Malta hall is on the right. 

Sunday meet up
At the Clew bay Meeting Room
on the 1st floor, as you get out of the lift 
turn right, last room on left.
We have the room free each evening if its available
from 8 to 10.00
so if you fancy a bit of crafting after dinner
please bring something to work on.


Hotel details
The Westport Coast Hotel
is beautiful
I have stayed there 4 times, 
and loved it so much have planned 
this 2nd Craft  break there again for 2019
The bedrooms are very comfortable and specious, 
beautiful bathrooms, fabulous Spa facilities, 
Complementary pick up and return from 
Train Station 
Mini bus on arrangement into Westport town.
Tea and scones on arrival.
Unlimited Teas/coffees throughout the week.
discount on spa treatments
and the food is 5 star.
They do a fabulous Afternoon Tea. (extra)
http://www.westportcoasthotel.ie/ 
for photos
 

Class Details
We will only do 3 classes during the week,
and I will see if the hotel can arrange a day trip out for us, ( will let you know.) when I have any details. ( suggestions welcome.)
(Please be at the hall at 11.00 for set up)

Monday Class starts at 11.30 to 4.00
You will make 3 projects with Yvonne Tune



The Flower Shop, 8 by 8 inch card



Up, up and away. 8 by 8 inch card, this card has 3 different finishes
on the day you can decide which is your favourite.




Blue birds and blossoms, 8 by 8 inch card



Tuesday Guest Tutor
Patricia O Leary
11.30 to 4.00
Making 2 Projects 









Alice in wonderland theme card
with fabulous embellishments.


 
Gift box style card, 
with a surprise element inside
with pretty handmade flower



Wednesday Class 
With Yvonne Tune
Time 11.00 to 4.00





Decoupage Rose Single Gate Fold 8 by 8 inch

C5 Summer Bouquet



C5 Flip Fold card 
with my own spin
Gardening them







 5 Day Card Making 


We will use the most beautiful Card, Backgrounds, 
Toppers, Lace, Ribbons, embellishments, 
learning different techniques at each class. 
 Classes start at 11.30 
but we need to be at hall at 11.00 to get sorted.

List of items needed for the weekend
updated 1st of March 2019
1. Paper Trimmer/ Guillotine
2. Craft mat
3. 3 x  pairs of scissors (1 for paper. 1 for sticky tape, and 1 good one for ribbons)
4. Hot glue gun and extension lead.
5. Craft Knife/pokey tool/ tweezers.
6. Good quality all purpose glue, (collall or bostic)
7. Hi-Tac glue, or book binding glue ( collall or anita)
8. Ruler/ rubber/pencil/ note pad.
9. Peel-off boarders and corners.
10. Selection of foam pads and foam tape
11. something to put rubbish in, (old sweet tin)
12. Small container for embellishments.
13. Hi-tac double side tape
14. If you like a mug of tea/coffee can you bring your own mug, as the hotel only supply cups.
15. A Cushion (you'll thank me)

Please check back nearer the date to see if I have updated the list
thanks Everyone



Updates 5th March 


Westport Hotel update the hotel have been on
Ladies can you please choose a time for dinner each evening and phone hotel to book (098) 29000 your table
Myself, Patricia are having dinner at 7.00 if anyone wants to join us, let me know and I can make booking,
Also Our last night Please let me know if you want to have a large group meal, a few ladies from Westport may join us. 

Time Dinner at 7.30



You can email me at
yvonnecardart63@live.co.uk  
 if you have any questions

Many thanks Yvonne 

Monday, July 2, 2018

Afternoon Tea Update
Just letting everyone know how much we raised for 
the Fiveloaves Homeless Charity in Bray.
Afternoon Tea, Donations and Raffle €1130.00
plus €76.00 was made from Hat Auction.
so total was €1206.00


Thank you to the following ladies 
who popped in to me or sent me via paypal 
a donation or  bought tickets
Eileen Reale
Brigid Ward
Vonnie Roche
Ann Burke
Ann Gallagher
Ann Lennon
Aiveen Judge
Susan Armstrong
Miriam Coyle
Margaret O Loughlin
Liz Keily
Kay Kealy
Celine O Carroll

I hope I haven't forgotten anyone.
A huge big thank you
To everyone who came on the day
and a Special Great Big  Thank you
to Roberta Ruth and Edel Shannon
who helped me on the day
and getting everything ready.

We had a wonderful day, the weather was perfect, and our special guest Liam Ruth, started the afternoon with a fabulous sing song, with lots of ladies joining for a song or two.

Thank you
To the 2 volunteer helpers 
Mhuireann and Katie 
who did lots of running up and down steps.
and washing up.

Will share some photos later today.

God Bless to you all
Yvonne and Roberta.


xxxx





















Monday, May 7, 2018

Afternoon Tea At Fernleigh, Kilcoole, In Aid of The Five Loaves Charity in Bray.




Saturday 30th of June 2018
Time 1.00 to 5.00


Prosecco or Fruit punch  on Arrival
Tickets on sale for raffle
A Truly Scrumptious Afternoon Tea 2.00 to 4.00
served in beautiful Vintage China
Raffle will take place about 4.15

This is our 2nd event to raise money for the Wh Five Loaves
Which is an amazing charity in Bray
our craft group have been supporting them since May 2014
and are delighted to have raised €5186.29 for them so far.
I have a beautiful elegant day planned for everyone.
and all we need now is beautiful weather.
Tickets available from Yvonne Tune please email HERE to book in.
or you can get in touch Via Face book HERE


Raffle
If you have any unwanted gifts you can donate for the raffle 
I would be so grateful.
you can pop them into me here in Fernleigh, Corrig Dr, Kilcoole.
or bring them along to my Workshop in Kilkenny.
If you can't make it but would like to make a donation.
please get in touch
every euro raised is for the homeless in our area.

If any Local Buisness can sponsor a prize,
it would be really appreciated. 
and we will give you a mention on my blog and facebook.

Spot Prizes
For The Best Dressed Lady
and 
Most Creative Hat
So get your thinking caps on ladies
find a bargain and decorated it yourself.


Scroll down the page for photos
 from last years event


Since May 2014
our small craft group has raised
 €6066.20

 1/05/2014      €290.45
02/10/2014     €273.93
18/11/2015     €793.00
17/01/2016     €112.49
26/04/2016     €395.00
13/01/2017     €670.00
              24/06/2017       €1260.00 Afternoon Tea 
08/07/2017     €125.00
September 2017   €336.00
October 2017   €129.60
December 2017  €481.82
October 2017 €20.00 donation Stephen Knod
April 2018 Westport bingo €170.00 
 Carlow 28th of April 2018 €102.00
3 people  sent donations. €27.00
Wesport April 2019 €200.00
Donation Anne Gallagher €31.00
Craft Fun day July 13th 2019 €475.00
Donations December 2019 to May 11th
Deirdre Muldoon 50.00/ 50.00 Ann Gallagher
74.00 in small donations total 174.00

Saturday, April 14, 2018

Here are the cards we made at our
Card Making Craft Holiday in Westport

Monday's Class


New Baby Girl Card
with a Distressed edge detail.

8 by 8 inch New Baby Boy Card
beautiful vintage image on pretty backgrounds
with lace and ribbon detail
and finished with flowers and baby charm


Tuesday's Class

Over the edge Tent Fold Wedding Card

Back view Finished with lace and ribbon detail.



8 by 8 inch Card
Vintage Cone Posy, for Anniversary/ or Wedding.
Beautiful little handmade bouquet, in a Paper cone 
with Guipure lace collar and ruffle,
 This is an idea I took from the little boutonniere 
the Belgian detective Hercule Poirot wears on this collar, 
in every episode, 
I taught this a few years ago. and still love it.






Wednesday's Class


C5 Concertina Gate Fold Card
With a beautiful Seaside theme
Finished with Tiny Seashells, Moss and Sand


inside view

Back View

Double Concertina Gate Fold Card
With an image of a pretty vintage lady
in peach and cream.

Card fully extended

 Back view



Thursday's Class
 
C5 Communion card
Twin Twisted Easel


Side View

Back view when opened

Closed view

Poem on back of card.



C5 Vintage Lily Sympathy Card
with decoupaged lily and finished with ribbon and lace.








Sunday, August 6, 2017

Card Making Craft Break Westport April 2019

 5 Day Card Making Craft Break
at the beautiful 
Westport Coast Hotel 
Sunday 31st of March to Friday 5th of April 2019
5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast for €275 pps
Single supplement is €15 per night. 
The hotel can accommodate 3 in a room. 
but the price is still €275.00 pps

1 single room available
3 twin room available

Everyone is very welcome
If you love Card Making
You will love this craft break,
Where you will learn lots of different techniques
Meet new friends and pick up loads of inspiration and top tips
where to buy from, the best products,
and everyone's favourite craft essentials.


Classes will be held in a local Hall
more details to follow

Sunday meet up
At the Clew bay Meeting Room
on the 1st floor, as you get out of the lift 
turn right, last room on left.

We have the room free each evening if its available
from 8 to 10.00
so if you fancy a bit of crafting after dinner
please bring something to work on.


Hotel details
The Westport Coast Hotel
is beautiful
I have stayed there 4 times, 
and loved it so much have planned 
this 2nd Craft  break there again for 2019
The bedrooms are very comfortable and specious, 
beautiful bathrooms, fabulous Spa facilities, 
Complementary pick up and return from Train Station 
Mini bus on arrangement into Westport town.
Tea and scones on arrival.
Unlimited Teas/coffees throughout the week.
discount on spa treatments
and the food is 5 star.
They do a fabulous Afternoon Tea. (extra)
http://www.westportcoasthotel.ie/ 
for photos 


Class Details
we will only do 3 classes during the week,
and I will see if the hotel can arrange a day trip out for us, ( will let you know.) when I have any details. ( suggestions welcome.)

Monday 11.30 to 4.00

We will make 3 projects with Yvonne Tune

Tuesday Guest Tutor
Patricia O Leary
11.30 to 4.00



Wednesday 11.30 to 4.00

We will make 3 projects with Yvonne Tune 
We will use the most beautiful Card, Backgrounds, 
Toppers, Lace, Ribbons, embellishments, 
learning different techniques at each class. 


What you need to bring
Craft Mat
3 pairs of scissors, 1 for paper, 1 very sharp one for ribbons, and 1 for sticky tapes.
Paper trimmer
Ruler, Pencil, rubber, note pad
Tweezers, Pokey tool, bone folder

Good quality all purpose glue (colall or bostic)
Foam pads, foam tape,
Double- sided tape
Hi-tac Tape (the one with the red backing) this is for sticking  ribbon and lace.
Please bring your own glue gun if you have one,
and an extension lead.
I have adhesive Starter packs for €15.00
if you need to borrow tools, 
let me know by 25th of March.
You can email me at
yvonnecardart63@live.co.uk 
 if you have any questions

Many thanks Yvonne