Latest News

• Add My News • Search Old News

Gippsland › Latest news › Latrobe Local News

Stockings sure to catch Santa’s eye

Participants in a Crazy Patchwork class held at the refurbished Traralgon East Hall have gone all out to catch Santa’s eye this Christmas by designing and making Christmas stockings...

By Latrobe City Council - 17th December 2003 - Back to News

Participants in a Crazy Patchwork class held at the refurbished Traralgon East Hall have gone all out to catch Santa’s eye this Christmas by designing and making Christmas stockings in colourful and imaginative designs, using their talents with a variety of materials and fabrics.

The Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House group has been working on the stockings every Thursday since October with the intention of brightening up the homes of their family and friends with vibrantly coloured stockings and adding extra Christmas cheer.

Class tutor, Linda Barraclough, said that everyone in the class who made a stocking had fun working on the project and that it has also helped them to develop their skills, which they will put to use in next year’s classes.

"We had absolutely excellent results from the women who made the stockings, and their work was very inspiring," Ms Barraclough said.

"The women in the group have a range of skills. Some are very experienced embroiderers and sewers, but no matter what their level of skill, all have had a lot of fun. We are really looking forward to next year’s program too."

Latrobe City Mayor, Councillor Graeme Middlemiss, complemented the participants on their craft.

"These classes are in fact one of the benefits of the Neighbourhood Renewal Project. It’s a real plus for the community that there are programs such as these classes which allow people to develop and learn skills which they will keep for life," Cr Middlemiss said.

Ms Barraclough said the Crazy Patchwork classes will continue running in 2004 along with other classes such as Belly Dancing, Mosaics and Machine Patchwork.

"An even fuller and more exciting program is developing for 2004 with new offerings such as Beginner’s Tatting, which is a form of lace making," Ms Barraclough said.

For further information on the program at Traralgon East, and at the House at 61 Breed Street, phone Jenny or Sandy on 5174 6199.

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: news@gippsland.com

• Danny O’Brien condemns sudden AKD Yarram timber mill closure, 73 jobs lost, pledges support for affected community
  Gippsland South MP Danny O’Brien says sudden AKD Yarram timber mill closure, costing 73 jobs, devastates the community, pledging support for affected families, workers, and local businesses during this crisis.
• Register now for the 2025 Garage Sale Trail and join Australia's biggest secondhand treasure hunt this November
  Registrations are open for the Garage Sale Trail this November - host a sale, declutter, earn cash, or find amazing secondhand bargains.
• South Gippsland Remembrance Day services to be held in various locations and other council updates
  South Gippsland marks Remembrance Day on 11 November with local services honouring veterans. Plus, free green waste disposal, festive giving initiatives, business support, community events, and engagement opportunities across the region this spring.
• Forge Theatre's school holiday season brings classic tales, comedy chaos and heartfelt community spirit to East Gippsland
  The Forge Theatre's school holiday season features The Velveteen Rabbit, Polite Mammals, and The Heartbreak Choir, offering family fun, comedy, and heartfelt community spirit with something for everyone to enjoy.
• East Gippsland Youth Ambassadors lead with vision, proving young voices shape community and lasting impact
  Eight months in, East Gippsland Youth Ambassadors are shaping the region's future, addressing key issues, leading projects, and gaining leadership skills that build confidence, community engagement, and long-term positive impact.
• East Gippsland hosts Youth Agritech Expo showcasing farming futures and career pathways for young people on 17 September 2025
  East Gippsland will host the Youth Agritech Expo, offering farm tours, hands-on experiences, and showcasing agricultural career pathways, technology, and innovation to inspire the next generation and build a skilled workforce.
• South Gippsland Shire Council invites the community to join the Garage Sale Trail on November and other projects
  Australia's biggest second-hand treasure hunt returns this November across two weekends, offering households the chance to declutter and earn cash, while bargain hunters uncover unique finds and help divert goods from landfill.
• East Gippsland libraries launch CloudLibrary, offering free eBooks and eAudiobooks anytime, anywhere
  East Gippsland Libraries have launched CloudLibrary, giving members free access to thousands of eBooks and eAudiobooks anytime, anywhere, supporting learning, leisure, and digital inclusion across the region.
• Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club track redevelopment a "big win for people power," says Martin Cameron
  Racing will resume at Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club after Glenview Park track redevelopment, hailed by Martin Cameron as a "big win for people power" following community and trainer advocacy.
• East Gippsland opens nominations for 2026 Australia Day Awards recognising outstanding community contributions and achievements
  East Gippsland Shire Council invites nominations for the 2026 Australia Day Awards, recognising individuals, groups, and events for outstanding community contributions in volunteering, sport, arts, environment, and service.
• East Gippsland Council warns pets aren’t presents, urges thoughtful, responsible lifelong commitment this Christmas season
  East Gippsland Council urges residents to avoid gifting pets impulsively this Christmas, emphasizing lifelong commitment, care, and responsibility, suggesting adoption vouchers or sponsorships as thoughtful alternatives.
• East Gippsland Shire Mayor, Cr Jodie Ashworth's Christmas message
  A Christmas message celebrating East Gippsland’s community spirit, kindness and connection, encouraging care for one another, support for local businesses, warm hospitality for visitors, gratitude for workers this season together.