Treasure Trove

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Monday 20th April

The Embroiderers' Guild HQ holds a vast number of examples of all kinds of work.  For the next two months we have, on loan, some of this valuable collection for members to study.

We chose canvas work and Florentine work folios because we felt that they could appeal to both traditional and contemporary stitchers alike.  We were not disappointed!  The collection includes a diverse range of examples using mainly wool but also modern work which incorporates many types of yarn - almost mixed-media pieces.

Members chose their favourite pieces to photograph or sketch and there were plenty of books on hand to illustrate techniques.  As usual there was lots of advice from other members who brought in examples of their own work.

Don't worry if you missed the Folios this month, we're doing it all again in May!

Spring Taster Workshop

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Saturday 28th March

The March hares were hopping and Easter chicks were clucking in Skipton last Saturday at our Spring Taster Workshop.  Tempted by the little packs of materials, everyone found something to stitch and members of the Guild were on hand to offer help and advice.  There was something to suit all ages and abilities from the youngest five year-old to boys who wanted to design their own picture.

There was plenty of tea, cake and biscuits to keep the chatter flowing which made for a very sociable day.  Thank you to everyone who helped make the event such a great success.