Monthly blog
Jayne Emerson – A journey through my creative life At our June meeting Jayne Emerson arrived with a wonderful selection of samples of her work which were displayed on tables […]
Liz Ashurst – Inspiration from Eastern Europe Elizabeth began her training in Colchester with two tutors who had trained at Goldsmiths College with Constance Howard. She taught embroidery and art
Jill Salmons – Colourful Costumes and Cultures of Central America Jill Salmons and her friend, Jenny arrived with the most wonderful patchwork bag crammed with exciting colourful costumes which she
Katy Rundle – From Macmillian nurse to professional textile artist Last summer I had a most enjoyable day at the Talos Gallery in Heddington near Calne and it was here
The History and Workings of Whitchurch Silk Mill – talk by Deborah Wheeler Deborah Wheeler from the Whitchurch Silk Mill spoke to members at our February meeting. She displayed a
Amanda Cook – from fiddle fingers to artist in residence Before starting her talk Amanda changed into a beautifully embroidered dress and full length velvet cloak which we later found
Michele Carragher – Game of Thrones embroidery I have to start by saying that Michele was such an interesting speaker; obviously enthusiastic about her craft, I think it’s safe to
AGM & Eco printing workshop Unfortunately the speaker for our November had to cancel her talk and the workshop so on Monday we decided to go ahead with our AGM
Sarah Maddison – Stitching my way through life To our amusement, Sarah started her talk by explaining how she chose the unusual name for her website and facebook page, “SixtyFourpackingcases”.
Summer Party with a difference! We are coming to the end of our second year as an independent textile group so this was a great opportunity to have an informal
