DELORAINE CRAFT FAIR AND WILDLIFE PARK

Today's outing was to the town of Deloraine in Northern Tasmania. It is a yearly event that brings thousands of people to the town.

Artists and craftspeople exhibit all kinds of things, from paintings, ceramics, clothing and other things.

This year there were quilts from the Hoffman challenge. Very spectacular art quilts made using machine techniques.

Deloraine is a pretty town about one hour from Launceston. It's famous for many things including the Mersey river whichruns through it.

I have always had an interest or fascination for watercolour painting and art. There were many very talented artists at the fair. Awe inspiring in fact especially a lady who painted Australian birds with such detail they looked like photos. 

After the craft fair I decided to go for a drive to Mole Creek and stopped in at the Trawana Wildlife park to see the animals.

Mother Tasmanian Devil relaxing in the sun.

These are 2, 5 month old babies. They have only just come out of the pouch this Spring. They were so sweet and gentle, staying close to their mother.

Some of the purchases I made at the fair. One skein of possum wool, hand died and spun. it has a gold sparkle to it. Very pretty beanie to be made with this.

Some beautiful greeting cards of watercolour paintings by a very talented artist. 

Animal Spirit oracle cards. I am terrible for collecting oracle cards and tarot decks. I really have to stop gathering LOL but as is with fabric, you can never have too much.

The weekend has begun and will be a long one here in Tas. Monday is a day off as well. A beautiful time of the year to be doing anything outside. 

Until next time

Marina ♥