Perfect recipe for Northampton art lovers

Art lovers warmed up with chilli con carne and a glass of wine at Studio 1 in Northampton recently to view local works by members of the group Creative Obsessions. Member Jaye Allan said some bought hand-spun and crocheted beanies, scarves and shawls. “Others liked hand-sewn, collaged or embroidered cushions, handbags and purses, and of course the jewellery was popular,” she said. “Paintings, inks, mosaics, pottery and even pyrography graced the walls. There are five subgroups, one for each day.” About 60 people turned out for the June 26 event. Studio 1 president Sheila Den Exter said the exhibition was open whenever members of the five constituent groups were present, which was weekdays, late mornings, early afternoons, and Saturday mornings. “If you pop in on days the artists are there they are very entertaining, there is an easy flow of communication that happens,” she said. “All stuff is displayed on the walls, it is a diverse selection of works because we have such a cross-section of people making craft as well as paintings, textile and works on paper.” Ms Den Exter said they welcomed new members. She can be contacted on 0427 342 370.