The blokes have the Men’s Shed and now women have their very own Sheila’s Shed.
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Fearing handicraft skills could be forgotten or at worst, lost forever, Marcia Neal is opening a creative art and craft group.
These women have pledged their support to Marcia’s venture and are delighted to share their skills with members of the community.
“I think there are a lot of young people who have missed out on learning about crafts,” Marcia said.
Marcia plans to introduce her concept to the public this Saturday, July 1 with an open day at the Tuncurry premises.
When word got out about Marcia’s plans she was overwhelmed with support and requests for lessons.
Depending on the response, the Shelia’s Shed plans to hold any number of classes from knitting and crochet to felting and spinning.
“There was a generation who missed out on learning these skills.
“But, now there is an opportunity for young people who were not taught.”
The not for profit group will finance its activities through the sale of goods on consignment and at markets, and membership.
Marcia established Applique Clothing Alterations, initially as a hobby, back in 1989.
Twenty years later Marcia’s hobby had developed into 15 stores stretching from Canberra to Queensland and employed 53.
The open day will be held from 10-noon at 60 Manning Street, Tuncurry.