Our Story
In our small, rural town of Cowaramup, a group of like-minded women came together to develop something new and inspiring for their community. They realised craft could be the key to connection within their community where women can support one another, whilst crafting, in a safe space.
Whilst this concept was born in 2016, where it began as an informal gathering at a small property in Curtis Street, it has developed and matured over time. As more people became interested in joining, the concept developed and Woven became a formal venture in early 2020 where it was incorporated as a non-profit organisation.
Our Home
We are working on acquiring our own premises, but in the meantime, are using a sea container for storing our materials. The container is located between the Fire Shed and the Mens Shed on Miamup Rd.
For workshops, we hire public venues such as the Cowaramup Hall, Duggan Pavilion, Cowaramup District Social Club, Cowaramup Community Garden, Pioneer Park and St Mary’s Anglican Church. We also hire private venues, or are supported by local businesses, for workshops outside the public venue facility scope.
Meet The Committee
Michelle
Chairperson
All in the name of Good Governance. Drawing from her experience in State and Local Government, Michelle brings her organisational skills balanced with flourishes of weaving, crochet, pottery, sculpture, beading, jewellery making and textiles...... she likes to CRAFT!!!
Dawn
Vice Chair
Creative movement.
Storyteller.
Community engagement.
Aerial dance.
Mother.
Jordan
Treasurer
Jordan is a familiar face around Cowaramup, particular for those who love coffee. Jordan hosts the monthly Woven Wednesday workshops at her space, the Gourmet Merchant.
Julie
Secretary
I think that sometimes, along life’s way, the happiness and contentment gained by using our hands to construct and create is lost.
Crafting gives this back to us.
I love to connect and to create, and believe life is always better when I have a creative project happening, whether it is painting, crochet, macramé or just having a go at something new.
Anita
Committee Member
Anita is a local muralist, mother, marriage celebrant and all-round renaissance woman. She is currently renovating a 1950s cottage to celebrate that “old girls” have value too.
Milena
Committee Member
As a midwife, Milena is passionate about women's wellness and wellbeing.
Denise
Committee Member
A dedicated member of Woven since the beginning, Denise loves to paint, draw, pot, create and is always willing to learn new things. Art is her happy place.
Who's next?
Committee Member
We'd love to welcome you as a committee besty. Scroll down to read more about how to become a committee member.
Could this be you?
Become a Committee Member
Do you feel a calling to pay-it-forward in your community? To gather with like-minded spirited women who love craft, community and collaboration?
The Woven committee meets once a month, usually a Thursday evening, and organise at least two workshops per month.
The meetings are relaxed, and we do more laughing and nibbling on yummies than any committee I've ever known. So don't let the word "committee" scare you -- it's more like an extended friendship deeply rooted in a shared commitment to community connection and wellbeing. We are always welcoming new committee members. Simply get in touch with your expression of interest and we'll take it to our next committee meeting.
Our Sponsors
Shire of Augusta Margaret River
The Shire of Augusta Margaret River has generously gifted Woven significant funding for non-disposable resources and funds to help promote local artists and community connection. In 2024, Woven was one of the recipients of the Operating Grant, which has greatly contributed towards it's sustainability.
Lions Club of Cowaramup
Thanks to the generous seed funding from the Lions Club of Cowaramup, the Woven initiative has been able to take flight. We are extremely grateful for the presence of the Lions Club in our local community. They are a significant contributor to many of Cowaramups attractions and make Cowaramup a town we are proud to be a part of.