It was years ago when I was shown how to smock. I have a vague recollection of an apron but no evidence. I know it went out of fashion for ages but then it has been re interpreted in a more modern way , so I have been tempted. Bolton owns a smocking machine so maybe I should have a go. All this as an introduction to our speaker yesterday, Patricia Jones from Altrincham. 
She brought along a wide range of finished pieces and we had the added advantage of having them passed around so that we could study the work in detail.
I looked around and felt that members were transported back to their childhood.However this final photo below, shows a more modern interpretation of the technique.
REMINDER
NW Region exhibition , workshops and lecture begins on May25th
Bolton Pearl exhibition opens on The national Stitching Day, Aug,2nd continues for months, Art Gallery in the town centre.
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