General News
12 August, 2023
Exceptional exhibition entries - CWA success
FEW in numbers but strong in community spirit - that’s how Wedderburn CWA craft co-ordinator Diane Robertson reacted to the success of members at the Country Women’s Association state exhibition. Reformed six years ago and with just 13 members...
FEW in numbers but strong in community spirit - that’s how Wedderburn CWA craft co-ordinator Diane Robertson reacted to the success of members at the Country Women’s Association state exhibition.
Reformed six years ago and with just 13 members, the branch collected five firsts and four seconds at the annual exhibition contested by CWA branches from across Victoria.
Rosie Isaac claimed a first for her pastel painting enhanced with natural and felted leaves.
“Di taught me how to make felt leaves,” said Rosie of her work with a frog as the focal point. “I love frogs.”
Rosie had a good teacher in Diane who picked up four first and a green star award recognising exceptional handcraft for a felt jacket.
Diane spent 35 years as a teacher of textiles and home economics but has only taken up felting in retirement.
“We took the plunge to enter the state exhibition for the first time this year,” said Diane.
“Five members entered a total of eight items ... not bad at all.”
Pam Turnbull gained a pair of seconds for her melting moments and ginger fluff in the cookery sections, Lilian Riley second in the freehand machine embroidery and Moira Moody second in linoprints.
President Julie Benaim said: “When we reformed the branch, the idea was to help people new to town meet others.
“We may only be a small branch in terms of membership but our talented members have certainly made their mark at the state exhibition.
“Their efforts and expertise is wonderful and members are always willing to take on new challenges with their crafts.”