Learn how to join your beautiful Daisy Granny Squares in this class. This is the second part of the class. You've already crocheted your beautiful modern chunky crochet blanket squares, now learn how to join and put a border on the blanket. This blanket works up quickly if you use chunky yarn. It's a great modern pattern, and once you've mastered the skills, you will continue on your crochet journey.

This is the second part to the daisy square class.

Note: This class is suitable for beginners who already know the basics - how to hold their hook, and chain, if you can do that then this class is for you. I will be teaching you how to make the modern popular daisy granny square blanket. This class will be done in a few parts - making the squares, joining the squares and then adding a border to the blanket. The additional classes will be scheduled at the first class to ensure all can attend.

Important: Materials You Need to Bring
For this class, you must supply your own yarn and hook. It is recommended that you bring:
- Chunky 12ply yarn in at least three different colors
- An 8mm crochet hook

All patterns and instructions, including video tutorials, are included in the class cost.

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Welcome to a skill-building session designed for beginners, refreshers, and those seeking to perfect basic crochet stitches. This instructive gathering will initiate with essential techniques of holding the yarn, then smoothly transition to forming the prime stitches essential for a traditional granny square. To make your learning experience even more enjoyable, all crochet materials are provided within the session, complemented by a complementary tea or coffee. Be part of this warm, supportive environment and immerse yourself in the intricate art of crochet.

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This popular Daisy Sqaure blanket pattern works up quickly if you use chunky yarn.
It's a great modern pattern, and once you've mastered the skills, you will confidently be able to continue on your crochet journey.

Note: This class is suitable for beginners who already know the basics - how to hold their hook, and chain, if you can do that then this class is for you. I will be teaching you how to make the modern popular daisy granny square blanket. This class will be done in a few parts - making the squares is class one, then joining the squares and adding a border to the blanket is class two. The additional class will be scheduled at the first class to ensure all can attend.

For this class you can bring your own yarn and materials or you can purchase a daisy square blanket yarn kit by emailing the teacher of the class at [email protected]

Important: if not purchasing a yarn kit you need to bring the following:
It is recommended that you bring:
- Chunky yarn, at least 12ply at minimum, in three different colors (centre of flower, petals, and main colour of your squares), and a hook that matches your yarn requirements. Please note a thicker ply yarn works up bigger and quicker, meaning less squares to make overall

All patterns and instructions, including follow up video tutorials, are included in the class cost.

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Welcome to a skill-building session designed for beginners, refreshers, and those seeking to perfect basic crochet stitches. This instructive gathering will initiate with essential techniques of holding the yarn, then smoothly transition to forming the prime stitches essential for a traditional granny square. To make your learning experience even more enjoyable, all crochet materials are provided within the session, complemented by a complementary tea or coffee. Be part of this warm, supportive environment and immerse yourself in the intricate art of crochet.

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Discover the night sky's constellations, especially for astrophotography. Learn how to identify the Milky Way and its seasonal path, nearby galaxies, planets in our solar system, and other interesting celestial objects.

In this meet-up, we'll focus on essential astrophotography skills, including planning, focusing, exposure settings, camera setup, foreground composition, and more. While stars will be visible, the Milky Way won't rise until later in the night.
The location is a short and easy 5-10 minute walk to the headland, outside the quarry.

We'll also capture the lights of Kiama as a seascape.


This session is perfect for beginners in astrophotography. You should be familiar with adjusting your camera's manual exposure settings.

For those wanting more, check for the meet-up following this session, "Milky Way Landscapes: Astrophotography at Bombo” will allow you to test your new skills in a double session.

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Bombo Quarry is a famous geological landmark that offers a great spot for night photography, away from the distractions of urban lights. The towering rocks will provide interesting foreground elements for our night sky shots, or we can point our cameras eastward to capture the Milky Way as it rises above the horizon.
For this meet-up, participants are expected to already have a solid understanding of manual mode and, ideally, prior experience with night sky photography.

Please note that the session is dependent on favourable weather and ocean conditions.

You'll need to bring a proper torch (not just your phone), as we'll be navigating down into the quarry in the dark, using steep steps and uneven, rocky terrain.

A separate meet-up, "Skills for Astrophotography," will occur just before this event. If you're new to night sky photography, it's highly recommended that you attend the skills session first.

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Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

We will search out intricate patterns and unseen details of autumn flowers and leaves and hopefully uncover some hidden tiny fungi. This meet-up will cover the basic skills necessary to capture these details. We will begin with activities to demonstrate and practice getting close to and focusing on a subject and improving sharpness. Then, we will explore the garden and walkways to apply these techniques. Please bring a $7 cash/EFTPOS entry fee.

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This meet-up will be similar to the morning session, but we will also practice adding light where neccessary in the afternoon shade. We will search out intricate patterns and unseen details of autumn flowers and leaves and hopefully uncover some hidden tiny fungi. This meet-up will cover the basic skills necessary to capture these details. We will begin with activities to demonstrate and practice getting close to and focusing on a subject and improving sharpness. Then, we will explore the garden and walkways to apply these techniques. We will also practice adding light where neccessary in the afternoon shade. Please bring a $7 cash/EFTPOS entry fee.

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Join us for a scenic coastal photography walk exploring the stunning landscapes of Windang Island and Warilla Beach. This relaxed photo walk will take us from Reddall Reserve along the sandy shores to Windang Island, where we'll capture the historical rusty wheels, rugged rock formations, and tidal pools at low tide.We'll then make our way along Warilla Beach, keeping an eye out for shorebirds, interesting textures in the sand, and dynamic ocean waves. As the sunset lowers, we'll position ourselves near the shoreline for a spectacular sunset over Lake Illawarra, with the bridge and distant escarpment creating a beautiful backdrop.Be mindful of slippery rocks, uneven surfaces, and soft sand.Approximate walking distance 2 km round trip.

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Join us for a special photography session at Hill 60, where we'll go beyond simply taking photos—we'll craft a visual storytelling experience by creating a photo essay.
Hill 60 is a location shaped by time, from Aboriginal heritage and military history to the ever-changing industrial and natural landscape. The challenge is to create a cohesive series of images that tell the story of this place, whether through contrast, textures, mood, or personal interpretation.
This session will be a creative challenge to develop your storytelling skills, see familiar locations in a new way, and to step outside your usual way of shooting,
All cameras (including mobile) phone) and skill levels welcomed

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Join us for a cafe style food photography meet-up where you'll learn to capture delicious food using various techniques. Explore the art of working with natural and artifical light, while experimenting with composition, colour, texture, and storytelling. This hands-on session will help you master the essentials of food photography, from creating flattering lighting to arranging dishes in visually captivating ways. Perfect for food enthusiasts or to try a different photography genre. Suitable for all skill levels and camera equipment including mobile phones.

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Join us at Sandon Point, where we will capture the Milky Way arching over the headland, expansive rock platform, and the iconic boat sheds. This session is perfect for photographers who have some knowledge of using manual settings who want to improve their night sky photography while composing stunning landscapes under the stars.A tripod is essential for this meet-up, and a wide angle lens 24mm or wider is best for capturing the milky and landscape together.

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Join us for a hands-on astrophotography workshop at Gerroa, where we'll explore a variety of techniques to capture the night sky in new and creative ways. This small-group session is perfect for photographers looking to expand their skills beyond single exposures, focusing on methods to enhance depth and artistic expression in their astrophotography.
What we will cover
• Vertical Panoramas – Capture expansive sky views using multi-frame panoramas to showcase the Milky Way and celestial patterns.
• Star Trails – Learn how to shoot and stack images for mesmerising star trail compositions.
• Creative Techniques – Experiment with foreground lighting, reflections, and abstract long-exposure effects to add unique elements to your shots.
• Composition & Planning – Understand how to use apps and tools for optimal framing and timing.

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