GemFantasy

16/05/2026

CraftAliveCanberra is returning!
Mark the dates on your calendar now, Thursday 21st - Sunday 24th May 9.30am - 4pm daily.

{MAKE AND TAKE ANNOUNCEMENT}
Gemstone Tree Workshop!
Join GemFantasy in this beginner-friendly workshop and learn simple wire‑shaping techniques. Choose from a selection of gemstone chips. Build and style your own decorative gemstone tree. All materials provided. Participants leave with a completed miniature tree and the skills to create more at home.
Book your ticket at https://www.craftalive.com.au/events/canberra/

07/04/2026

✨ Step Into a 1920s Creative Escape ✨

Looking for a unique way to spend your weekend? Come and lose yourself in the charm of the historic Strathnairn Homestead! 🏡

Start by exploring our free exhibition of hand-fired pottery, artisan crafts, and sparkling gemstone jewellery. Then, join me for a hands-on workshop to channel that inventive mid-century spirit into your very own masterpiece.

🌳 Create & Take Home: Under my guidance, you will craft and take home your very own beautiful gemstone tree (or a piece of bespoke jewellery if you prefer)

🖼️ Free Exhibition Hours:
📅 11–12 April & 18–19 April
Saturday & Sunday | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Join a Workshop Session:
🌳 Saturday, 18 April | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
🌳 Sunday, 19 April | 9:30 am – 11:00 am

The Details:
✅ All Materials included - High-quality semi-precious gemstones and wire.
✅ Tools provided - Everything is ready and waiting for you.
✅ No Experience Needed - Beginner-friendly and perfect for all skill levels!
✅ What to Bring? Just yourself, your creativity, and a sense of adventure.

Come for the art, stay for the heritage beauty. It’s perfect creative reset!

🎟 SPOTS ARE LIMITED! Book your place on Eventbrite here:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1986779889131

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1986779056641

📍 Located at Strathnairn Arts, 90 Stockdill Dr, Holt.

17/03/2026

Come and enjoy the weekend at the 2026 Rock Swap.

Saturday 21st March 9am-4pm
Sunday 22nd March 9am-4pm

There is no entry fee.
Location at the open air Parrot Park at EPIC (Exhibition Park off the Federal Hwy near McDonalds entrance).

Held by the Canberra Lapidary Club, you will find dealers and fossickers selling amazing rock and mineral specimens, opals, fossils, crystals, beautiful jewellery, lapidary supplies and so much more!

The club's bbq sausage sizzle will be fired up to purchase food and drinks.

01/01/2026

With the new year’s beginning like a breath of fresh possibility,
may your imagination bloom and your heart be ever inspired.
To all my creative friends — may this year bring new ideas,
joyful curiosity, and handmade beauty in every creation.
Wishing you a year of artful moments, fearless creativity,
and gentle joy in every expression.
Happy New Year.

10/10/2025

Revised days for art classes at Strathnairn Arts. Come and make your own one of a kind gemstone tree or ceramic plate.

11/08/2025

Inspire Festival at Ginninderry coming soon.

As an innovative, sustainable community of international significance, Ginninderry is inspiring a new way of living. How? By doing things a little differently. Explore some of the ways we’re making life at Ginninderry, legendary.

10/08/2025

A few necklaces on display at Strathhairn Arts exhibition!

20/07/2025

Invitation to the special Exhibition!

08/06/2025

🍷✨ Wine Charm Sets – Unique & Thoughtfully Assembled! ✨🍷

Looking for a fun and stylish way to keep track of your glass? I’ve put together a range of wine charm sets, each including 4 themed charms presented on a designed card – perfect for gifting or entertaining!

🎁 Available Themes:
🐾 Cat Lovers
🐶 Dog Lovers
🦘 Australian Wildlife
🌼 Many more available – or request a custom set!

Each charm is made from lead- and nickel-free alloy metal and is carefully assembled into a charming set, ready to enjoy or gift. These make a lovely, personal touch for dinner parties, gifts, or even bridal showers.

💌 Custom sets made to order – let me know your theme idea!
📦 Postage available at buyer’s expense

Send me a message to order or find out more. Thank you for supporting small and creative businesses! 💖

29/04/2025

ACT Heritage Festival 2025 offers a wide range of events and hands-on experiences.

Two of these family-friendly events will be held at the historic Strathnairn Homestead—an iconic site that many Canberrans are still to discover.

Join us at Strathnairn on 3 and 4 May to explore the homestead, view a beautiful exhibition of traditional pottery, arts and crafts, and take part in hands-on workshops where you can learn and practice traditional skills including beading, crochet, and pottery.

The exhibition will be held at Elena’s Studio, open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm each day.

Workshop schedule and ticket booking details are listed below.

Saturday, 3 May:

· 9 am-10:30 am – Crochet (https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1295505665319)
· 11 am -12:30 pm – Beading (https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1295500670379)
· 11 am -12:30 pm – Pottery (https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1295496006429)

Sunday, 4 May:

· 9 -10:30 am – Beading (https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1295505474749)
· 11 am -12:30 pm – Crochet (https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1295508894979)
· 11 am -12:30 pm – Pottery (https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1295499767679)

We are looking forward to welcoming you at our exhibition and workshops.

Irina, Galina and Elena

18/03/2025

The 2025 Rock Swap held by the Canberra Lapidary Club is where you will find dealers and fossickers selling amazing rock and mineral specimens, opals, fossils, crystals, beautiful jewellery, lapidary supplies and so much more.
So many fantastic pieces to start a collection or add more, you will be sure to find something of interest!

Enjoy two fun filled days with activities for the whole family, including sapphire sieving.

Saturday 22nd March 9am-5pm
Sunday 23rd March 9am-5pm

The club's bbq sausage sizzle will be fired up to purchase food and drinks.

There is no entry fee, some come and enjoy the weekend!

Location at the open air Parrot Park at EPIC (Exhibition Park off the Federal Hwy near McDonalds entrance).