An interesting redwork story...
“Recently, I met Sarah Smith, a tutor from the Royal School of Needlework, and we were chatting about the history of Redwork and how the Americans embraced it and stormed off with it.”
Putting your Quilt together
“Here are some tips plus a quilt plan to help you putting the final flourish to your creation.”
A few words on Weaving
“Weaving is known as one of the oldest surviving crafts in the world, tracing back to Neolithic times.”
Canadian Red Cross Quilts
“In World War II the Canadian Red Cross sent the UK over 40,000 quilts. Many have not survived because they were well used in times of need and comfort.”
Mandy’s Top Ten Facts Rotary Cutters, Scissors and Thimbles
“The rotary cutter was only invented in 1979 for use with dressmaking, Quilters soon adopted it for cutting. What would we do without one?”
Diary Dates for 2022
“Take a look at the calendar for 2022 so far and see if we can meet up!”
Mandy Top Ten Facts about Sewing Needles
“Needles were considered a valuable item and often protected in special cases attached to woman’s belts.”
