Open Studios - Chainsaw Carvings

 Besides being open displaying my glass goodies, I have a local chainsaw carver showing his work - Garry Shand.  I have followed his work for some time now and just love his natural creations.  He recently appeared at the Carve Carrbridge, near Aviemore where carvers from all over the world come to carve in front of hundreds of people to win the annual award.

 Love the Hare above.

I think it's these two little creatures that people love the most - Sheep and Highland Coo.  Aren't they the cutest?  They are ideal for indoor or outdoor use. 

All these are available at Lazy HQ during Open Studios.

Kathryn, Lazy Daisy Glass xx

North East Open Studios

I cannot believe it has been a year since the last one!  Once again, I will be opening my studio to the public from tomorrow 15th September - Sunday 23rd September, 10am - 4pm. 

Last year I had a good response from local people and had a good number of visitors.  But this year, I'm hoping to increase on that number, plus I've had two good newspaper articles (see above).  This one was printed in the Northern Scot today. 

Also, new to Lazy HQ, I've had a studio extension -

I'm so pleased with it, it's basically a posh shed!  But it does the trick.  I've yet to fill all the space with handcrafted goodiness!  But I have put so much effort in to this new project, it's been really exciting and very happy with it.

Kathryn, Lazy Daisy Glass xx

Dundee Flower & Food Festival .... Continued

We had a great weekend at Dundee once again at the Flower and Food Festival, with Gino D'Acampo being the main attraction on Sunday. He gave a few cookery demonstrations and the one in the afternoon took place on the music stage (above). He was actually a really funny guy, answering lots of questions from the audience.

He also did a book signing and we were right next to him, as you can see from the photo above. My daughter, who had lost her voice from playing and screaming with the kids on the next pitch on site, was shouting out 'Gino' in a very husky voice, it was very cute. Any way, it got his attention as he looked at her (on my shoulders), came over, caressed her face, then gave her a kiss. Not that I was jealous!!!! He even signed my daughter's arm - she was happy really!

The Council staff worked hard making sure the showground was accessible to all after the night rainfall - they go around with mini dumper trucks spreading bark over the ground. They do a great job.

We were pitched next to another family exhibiting at the show who had some children which were great company for our daughter. She had a fab time too!

We had Cornish Pasties every day - they were so yummy (can you tell from the photo).

I'm now getting ready for Open Studios this weekend, so a massive tidy up in the studio!

Kathryn, Lazy Daisy Glass xxx

Open Studios - the end

Well it's been a long 10 days - exhibiting at Boharm Hall. Overall, it's been quieter than last year, but quite a few people had some sales. I have done well, although down on last year. Perhaps it's down to the economic situation - who knows. It was good to catch up with all the other exhibitors and we'll be getting together next week for a meeting on how to promote arts and crafts in the local area.

There is such a lot of talen in the local area, but we feel that we do not have enough publicity.

I have some trade orders to catch up with, so it looks like I will be busy this week.

Also waiting on a very special delivery - watch this space!!

Kathryn, Lazy Daisy Glass xx

North East Open Studios (NEOS) - Update

Our local village hall in Mulben has been transformed into a gallery once again, as part of the NEOS annual event.

We have some new exhibitors this year - Sally Williams (spinning), Peter Harvey (photography), Lyndsay Watt (potter/sculpture), Jane Lannagan (batik artist), Joyce Wiseman (multi-media) and Peter Duncan (photography).

The spinning demonstrations are proving popular with people wanting to have a go:

Here's Lyndsay, the potter:

Some of the stances:

Sunday was a busy day and the atmosphere has been really good. The feedback from visitors has been positive and they have been leaving encouraging comments in the visitor book.

If you are local, please pop along and have a look at some of the local talent - you will be amazed!!

If art is not your cup of tea, then we have plenty of other things to look at. Talking of cup of tea - we are also offering refreshments with homebakes. And it's free entry. The exhibition is open daily until Monday 21st September.

Kathryn, Lazy Daisy Glass xx

North East Open Studios (NEOS)

I will be taking part in the North East Open Studios from Saturday 12 September - Monday 21 September. We have organised our local hall (Boharm Hall, Mulben) to be listed as a gallery and have 19 exhibitors taking part. There will be a mix of art and craft, ranging from art, textiles, multi-media, jewellery, fused glass, spinning, kilt-making, photography, pottery/sculpture.

We ran the event last year and it was such a great success, both for the exhibitors and visitors.

Set-up was tonight, and have to say that the hall looks great.

Preview night is tomorrow night (sorry by invitation only). The grand opening to the public will be Saturday. We will be running a cafe again this year with soup and homebakes.

If you live nearby, please pop in to have a look - you will be amazed at the talent in the local area. Prices to suit all pockets!!

(These photos were taken last year). I will update next week with new photos from this years' exhibitors.

I will not be present until Sunday as I am also attending the RAF Leuchars Air Show this Saturday. Hopefully, it will be a good trading day, fingers crossed.

Kathryn, Lazy Daisy Glass xx