As I have reported recently, I have been involved in the” Astley Bridge Tapestry”. {Apologies to embroiderers who know that they are really banners.}We met recently to hang them in the church in readiness for the Astley Bridge weekend celebrations. At that point I was asked if I would put up a small exhibition in the church. How could I refuse as we love the hall and use it for our work and play days. This small exhibition grew a bit and I was asked to stitch and then , would I be able to show how to stitch? Not an easy task, I have been trying for over 30 years.
I persuaded three of my close embroidery friends to help.Pauline and Judith came on Saturday , well I think they were there but I was so busy that we never managed to exchange more than a few words.
On Sunday , Ann came to help.
The visitors were very impressed with our work and we hope that some might want to join us. As far as teaching, I had previously made felt necklaces so decided to improvise and make Christmas decorations. I was surprised how many visitors wanted to do this and each proudly left clutching a tree decoration.
Saturday Aug 1st is the National Stitch Day. I will be in ASDA doing some stitching etc. and would be delighted if any one wants to join me. The Tapestries will also be on display.
FINALLY , CLARE PHONED TONIGHT TO ALTER THE DATE OF OUR EGM/MEAL, IT WILL BE THE 21st NOT THE 14th AS PER PROGRAMME. Time and place as before. See you there.
sounds like a great time was had, good to see new stitchers joining in, please say Hi to Pauline from me, good to see a pic of her
ReplyDeleteHi Margaret.Good to see that the Blog is read.I will pass on your message but also know that P will read it soon, Val
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