In early August we had the introductory Victorian meeting for the Australian Textile and Surface Design Association (ATASDA) with over 40 people attending. Felicity Clarke came down from Brisbane to help launch this new ATASDA Group and from this we have a steering committee.

Not only did Felicity display her amazing work, she spoke of her textile journey which I found inspiring and humbling. Many attending the meeting brought samples of their work for show and tell, a great way to be inspired and discover new techniques.

Yesterday, Saturday 28th August 2010, the Steering Committee meet and we will be formally applying to form a Victorian Group. We also hope to meet at the Box Hill Community Arts Centre on the 4th Saturday of each month.

For more information please go to the ATASDA website www.atasda.org.au