Mindless ?

Sue created these beads from an old cashmere jersey ,some machine made cords and some sparkly thread.Her inspiration came from a workshop with Bristol Stitchers and a talk given by people who worked with Kaffe Fassett .We thought they reminded us of Tibetan/Chinese type beads.

She had also unearthed this extremely neat and regular  stitch sample piece . It had been created when she was awaiting the birth of her son ,and gave her something "mindless" to do when she didn't feel like doing anything else.It  has lain in her stash for almost 50 years and  has now been turned into a cushion cover and will have a use just like the beads.

 

Old and new.

Kirsten brought her two wall hangings she has been working on .They detail her use of tools old and new that she has lovingly 'drawn' with Inktense colours .The wall hangings use some old linen and a variety of fabrics and lace that have special meaning.They will be exhibited but will not be for sale as they hold a lot of memories.

She also brought this amazing 'fish' made from some very expensive merino wool tops.It is hollow and quite large and all the more remarkable  as she watched 14 hours of videos filmed in Russian to create it ! 

 

December.

Traditionally we meet and share a meal at this time of year, with all the restrictions last year it was not permitted . We decided to plan for a 'gathering ' being mindful of the suggested ways of minimising risk.We were also aware it could be halted at any time.Thankfully it went ahead and we enjoyed a very toothsome spread and exchanged our customary handmade cards .

We wish you all a healthy and creative 2022.