CWA members visit small farms

The Umina branch of the Country Women's Association had a busy time during May and June with members undertaking a number of activities, according to handicraft and publicity officer Ms Jill Colwell.

On Wednesday, June 20, branch members visited a number of small farms around Somersby, Mangrove Mountain and Spencer as part of CWA Northumberland group's Agricultural and Environment Day.

"At the handicraft morning on Wednesday, June 13, 15 members were to be seen knitting, crocheting, embroidering, making cards and deciding which ribbon embroidery project to embark on," said Ms Colwell.

Ms Colwell also said that the Monday evening crochet classes were successful, with seven people learning to crochet.

"During the classes, a variety of stitches, techniques and patterns were taught, resulting in a number of headbands, beanies, and berets being made," said Ms Colwell.

"Clare McNamara and Maureen Cochrane each finished a rug, and new rugs were started by Doreen Adams, Rosemary Robinson, Diana Moon, Clare McNamara and Maureen Cochrane."

Plans are also in place to start new classes for beginners and advanced in spring.

Ms Colwell joined Ms Gwen Brinckley and Ms Beryl Finch at the Woy Woy CWA 80th birthday party on Wednesday, June 6.

At the branch meeting on the same day, Jean Bedford was congratulated on her piece of crochet that won at the group's handicraft display and was selected to enter the CWA State competition.

A number of members are planning to attend a training day for potential cookery judges on Friday, July 27, at Hornsby CWA.

In addition, members will attend a day to learn how to finish all handicraft items to a high standard on Wednesday, August 15, at Mannering Park CWA.

Craft days and friendship days continue to be held every Wednesday morning, except the first Wednesday of the month, at the CWA Umina Hall at 9 am.

The next monthly business meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 4, at 10am.

With inquiries, phone 4341 5404.

Media Release, 13 Jun 2012

Jill Colwell, Umina CWA

Photo: Jill Colwell