Saturday 14th September 2013 2.00pm Linda Rudkin Colours from Nature Linda explains how to use a wide range of natural dyes for
creative work with textiles. The talk is supported by more than 60
stitched sample boards and pieces of textile art. Photos from her talk are on the Gallery. Thursday 10th October 7.00pm WBEG AGM followed by Gilli Theokritoff My Quilt Journey Gilli gives an entertaining talk about her quilts and her journey
from novice to pro, with lots of quilts to handle and inspect. Photos from her talk are on the Gallery. Saturday 9th November 2.00pm Christine Standen Practise what I preach!
As Chris comes to a new beginning, she looks back at her own work and the events
which have influenced it. Thursday 12th December 7.00pm Christmas Social Enjoy seasonal workshops with members of our own Branch followed by mince pies and a cup of tea. Erica will be demonstrating how best to utilize the wealth of information WBEG and EMREG and Main EG websites, and how to access and print the WBEG newsletters. Saturday 11th January 2014 2.00pm Louise West Cotton to concrete and beyond Louise charts the journey of lacemaking from
historic beginnings, through to contemporary applications. It includes her involvement with the design of Nottingham Contemporary, through her MA
contemporary lace and into her current practice of using lace as inspiration for
jewellery. There is something in there for everyone, even if not
interested in the traditional white delicate textile. Thursday 13th February 7.00pm Tempo Talks Rummaging through Grannie’s drawers
A lively and informative talk, with demonstrations, bringing together
collecting, care and creative makes from vintage linen.Join our speakers as they take you
on a colourful adventure through Grannie's Drawers, Junk Shops and Antique
Markets, in their quest for unloved, unused and long-forgotten vintage linen. Find out how they collect, care for and create, with textile treasures
from long ago.
Saturday 8th March 2.00pm Loughborough Students Work in progress
Two current design students from Loughborough University will talk about their course work and explain how it
has developed. Images from Ella Shand on L and Romina Barile on R Thursday 10th April 7.00pm Dionne Swift New Grounds
A 4
year long, Arts Council supported project culminating in a solo touring show. This talk illustrates why and most importantly how Dionne re-developed her work,
charting inspiration, the progression of ideas and the development of the
exhibition. Dionne will be leading a workshop on Devore on Friday 11th April, see workshop list for further information. Saturday 10th May 2.00pm Lesley Alexander Pushing Boundaries Lesley describes how she developed her work practice using stitch with emphasis on machine techniques,
sharing inspirations and encouraging work to be seen in a fine art
context as her work crosses the boundaries of embroidery, quilt art and
fine art. She has a wealth of stitch samples which are of interest
to embroidery enthusiasts because it shows how she has pushed traditional
techniques further on than is usually seen possible and into a fine art
context. Her skill is creating textures using fabric manipulation and machine
embroidery techniques.
Thursday 12th June 7.00pm Gail Lawther Glimpses of Britain
24 small quilts, each one inspired by different aspects of life in the
British Isles. From Boadicea to the Beatles, from Morris Dancing to motorways,
From Stonehenge to the Giant’s Causeway – it’s all here! Illustrated in stitch
and fabric with the quilts themselves. Gail will be leading a workshop on Friday 13th June. See workshop list for further information. Saturday 12 July 2.00pm And Sew to Tea Bring a current project, PAT test your equipment, shop from our visiting trader and enjoy delicious cakes and a cuppa! |
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