Monday 27 May 2013

Quick Rosette Make and Our First WI Meeting



Last Tuesday was the first meeting of the Kelham Island WI (KIWI) in Sheffield! It went really well, with a relaxed atmosphere, lots of new faces to get to know, and a really welcoming venue. We had a chef demonstration and barista skills on the menu, both of which were delivered by the talented Hayley of The Grind CafĂ©, and I was tasked with making name badges, to help us all get to know one another. 

After a bit of fiddling around with items hanging around my craft stash, I came up with these simple and fun rosettes. 



All you have to do is cut out a small card disc, glue a strip of ribbon into it, then layer up flattened out cupcake cases and doilies however you wish. Write your name on the doily - or a message of your choice - and tape a safety pin onto the back. Voila! Instant champion status! These worked well because the ladies were at my crafty table long enough to have a chat, but the make was super easy for those who feel daunted by crafts. Those who took part came up with some really clever personal takes on the design too!







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12 comments:

  1. Looks like a fun day!

    Claire x

    Http://Daydreamsinthegarden.blogspot.co.UK

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  2. What a brilliant idea! I've had rosette bunting on my To Craft list for a while, and this is the perfect way to make my own rosettes- thank you :) xx

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  3. what a lovely touch to your meeting and such a young WI group. Can you recommend a similar group in Derby / Nottingham? Sam x

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    1. Hi Sam, if you visit the WI website you'll find listings of groups in your area, or you could start one! x

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  4. It was a lovely evening. Good luck KIWI!

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  5. Great idea and looks like such a fun evening x Jane

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  6. Fab rosettes! It looks like you had such a good time too :) xxx

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  7. This looks fab! Are there any membership places for this group left? I'd be really interested in joining if there are! x

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    1. We do have places! If you email kelhamislandwi[at]gmail[dot]com we'll send you details of the next meeting - you can come as a guest and see how you feel :) x

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  8. Looks like so much fun. Wish I could join in!! :(
    Rosie

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  9. It looks like a great first meeting for your WI! The rosette idea is a great one and what a fab way to get people crafting, even if they haven't before.

    From a fellow WI member :-)

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  10. Looks like a brilliant meeting and I just love the rosettes, very creative! x

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