Angelby Creative

19/08/2026

What a loss to the leather working community.

Vale Peter.

A post from Shannon West:
It is with great sadness I can confirm that Peter Main has passed away this morning. Peter was a pioneer in leatherwork - an artist who pushed the boundaries and expanded the envelope and inspired a whole new generation of leather artisans. Not only was he an accomplished artist but he gave back to the leather community at every opportunity and was generous with time, advice and teaching. Peter wrote and published a number of books not only about his own work but that of others like Ann and Al Stolhman. He had a talent that surpassed excellence, and many aspire to reach his level of expertise. He will be sadly missed by all in the leatherworking communities around the world. Condolences to Matt, Emma, Sarah and Pietra and families.
I will post funeral details when they are known.

28/07/2026

We're still here and still hiding, but you don't have too!

Did you know that for a tiny island, Tasmania sure does have a lot of awesome options for getting your geek on?! From tabletop gaming, to miniatures, LARP, cosplay, historical or pop culture and more.

If you're not sure if a group or event is right for you, you can always reach out to the organisers to ask more for more information or attend a group's social days.

Here's just a tiny list of options - go and like and follow their pages, you'll be surprised at just how much happens around here!

TasPop
https://www.facebook.com/taspoptasmania
Events: https://campus.hellorubric.com/?s=2618

Tasminé
https://www.facebook.com/groups/260901587357952/

Tamania's Pop Culture Events Page
https://www.facebook.com/people/Tasmanias-pop-culture-events/61580677798230/

Tasmanian Litesabre Alliance: (Launceston Litesabre Academy & Hobart Litesbre Academy)
https://www.facebook.com/TasmanianLitesaberAlliance/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/launcestonlitesabreacademy
https://www.facebook.com/groups/hobartlitesabreacademy

Van Diemans Swordfighters Association
https://www.facebook.com/share/1HCyQ3f8Wo/

Southern Isles LARP (have events all over!)
https://linktr.ee/southernisleslarp

Tazfurs
https://www.facebook.com/tazfurs

Knights Templar Tasmania (Devonport and Launceston)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2653543304849281
https://knightstemplar.com.au/

Realm of Gaming (Burnie)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/509486349143786
This team is even holding a tabletop convention in November!
The Realm of Gaming Convention - Tasmania's first ever Tabletop Convention!
7th - 8th November 2026
Burnie Arts Centre, Burnie

Devonport Tabletop Gaming (Devonport)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/282247825152801/

The Hero's Outpost (DnD for young peeps!)
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555642475966

Coastal Board Gamers (Ulverstone)
https://www.coastalboardgamers.org.au/about/

Tasmania Dungeons and Dragons (Hobart)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2311189432525001/

RPG Tasmania (Hobart)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/231419970290721/

VanDiemans Heroe's Guild (Launceston)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/231419970290721/user/61584560301998/

Oxy Moron Games (Huonville)
https://www.facebook.com/oxymorongames

Tasmanian Wargaming
https://www.facebook.com/groups/172629638422

The Hobart Games Society (HoGS) (Hobart)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/hobart.games.society

Barony of Ynys Fawr (SCA Tas)
https://ynysfawr.lochac.sca.org/

Swords Tasmania (Launceston)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/3180032028962775

And, that was just a quick look!

21/07/2026

Hey fellow nerds, makers, and adventurers - TasPop has put the call out for vendors for this year's TasFaire!

Throw your hat in the ring for a very fun event!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17uDM6EZc7/

Vendor Applications are officially open!

We are amazed to hear from so many people who are excited to be a part of our 2nd ever TasFaire, and Vendor spots are sure to fill up fast, so make sure you apply now!

We will be offering a range of undercover and outdoor options available to Vendors, including Australian Artists, creators, as well as Food & Drink Vendors & More!

Make sure to apply via the form here;
https://forms.gle/KFoAsgdEwSwcMHWN9

Applications will only be accepted through this form. Gmail login will be required to reduce duplicate applications and to verify applications.
(Vendors who signed up to our EOI Form will have received an email)

Art Credit to; marblellous

23/06/2026

Argh! There's a spanner in the works!

It looks like a serious case of adulting has descended on Angelby Creative, and the Bearded One and I won't be spending much time in the workshop for the next couple of months. Boo!

Don't you hate it when adult responsibilities get in the way of the creative fun stuff?!

This means we won't be out and about at markets and possibly not making/posting much, but don't fear, we will be back on deck before the end of the year (can't miss the Fairy Festival!).

14/06/2026

A Dark Deed occurred in amongst the happenings at Dark M**o last night. The Bearded One and I tied the knot!

Thanks to Mem for taking on our tiny celebration and turning it into the most amzing event!

Hidden amongst the revelry in Hobart, not only did we have our own tiny celebration beautifully arranged and officiated by the amazing Mem, she also organised a tintype portrait photograph by Silver Studios.

There were cocktails, and fancy foods, and art, and laughter, (and more cocktails) and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect way to commemorate our special day.

And thanks to the team from Everwood for being accomplices in our mischievous adventures!

DARK DEEDS
Mem | MEMWED.AU | Celebrant
Silver Studios Tasmania
Everwood Candle Co.

12/06/2026

Don't miss out on getting your tickets to the Huon Valley Medieval Festival and Ren Faire!

It shaping up to be an awesome event!

Get your Medieval on!

Huzzah, Tasmania! ⚔️

The hour draws nigh!

Tickets to the Huon Valley Medieval Fest & Ren Fair shall be released unto the realm this Sunday at 5:30pm!

Make haste, good folk — tickets are limited and entry times staggered by decree. Once they’re gone, the gates are shut!

Don thy finest garb and join the revelry at Castle Forbes Bay Recreation Grounds for a weekend of merriment and mayhem:

August 6th & 7th Feast nights! Limited seats for an epic banquet. Details anon.
August 8th & 9th Festival days, 10am to 4:30pm

What wonders await?
Knights! Mermaids! Re-enactors! Princesses!
Music and markets and stalls aplenty!
Food fit for royalty!
Best Dressed Competition!
Medieval sword fighting!
Horse back displays!
And more!

Delaying means missing out — secure thy place and prepare for glory!

Huon Valley Medieval Fest & Ren Fair
August 6th – 9th | Castle Forbes Bay Recreation Grounds
Parking available off-site only with free shuttle bus provided

Ticket prices;
Standard $35
Concession $30
Family pass (2 kids plus 2 adults $90)
Youth $20
Children under 2 free

11/06/2026

Tiny top hats to top off your top hat!

10/06/2026

The Workshop Su-purr-visor demanded the Bearded One be a model... and so he was.

A leather bouquet for a tiny celebration.

10/06/2026

Hats off to the Workshop Su-purr-visor, I think she did a pretty good job... whaddya think?

(Steampunk top hat wrap, with buckles. Adjustable to fit any size top hat.)

10/06/2026

Workshop Su-purr-visor takes on new role as photoshoot creative director!