What does the word “quilt” mean to you? As child I always thought that “quilt” was synonymous with “eiderdown”, the thick padded cover that I had on my bed. Then there are thick padded winter … [Read more...]
Knitting and Stitching Show Part One
Not a knitting fan? Not a stitcher? It does not matter, the annual autumn Knitting and Stitching Show at Alexandra Palace is well worth a visit just to marvel at the talents of today’s textile … [Read more...]
Sewing your own clothes.
Have you ever sewn clothes for yourself or your family to wear? Do you still sew? So often when the conversation turns to sewing I hear the comment, "Oh! I can't even sew on a button." I suspect it … [Read more...]
Knitting and Stitching Show 2017
My idea of Textile Heaven: the London Knitting and Stitching Show. I never cease to be amazed at the versatility of the current cohort of textile artist and students … [Read more...]
Tidying Sewing Boxes and Button Jars
Do you remember Grandma's button-jar? I recall spending hours playing with the buttons, sorting them into matching sets or into groups of the same colour or size. Then there was Mum's … [Read more...]