SEPTEMBER 2026

Hello, it is almost time for me to return to the Creamery in the Old Dairy Factory at the Matakana Market. I have had 4 months away from the market - staying warm and recreating stock and returning at last to painting. I have missed it. As I mentioned in the last Blog and will have a few acrylic paintings at the market, but I have started uploading a few watercolour paintings to this website. As I haven't painted in a very long time while I was taking care of my husband, some of the paintings are from a few years ago and some more recently. I have always enjoyed using watercolours but they are unforgiving! There will be quite a range of styles to choose from - from quiet elegant magnolias to robust decorative pieces which are guaranteed to brighten a wall. I hope you enjoy viewing them.
I will be in my corner every Saturday from 3 October 2026.
Best wishes Susan

Posted: Tuesday 22 September 2026


Welcome to the Greenleas Handcrafts website.

 I sell only from the Matakana Market or directly from home - see the Contact Us page for details.

 All items are made by me in my workroom in Snells Beach from very good quality cotton.

The Art Quilts are original one-off pieces. They are sometimes appliqued, sometimes they are collage with beading, painting, or  layered fabrics. Every one is unique and has a sleeve at the back for the insertion of a rod for hanging.

 The Children's Play Quilts are also individual and colourful made from hardwearing cotton. They are all fully  machine washable.

Kiwiana tableware (table mats and table runners) and wallhangings are attractive, lightweight but hardwearing.

I look forward to seeing you at the Old Dairy Factory, Matakana Market .