Kate Findlay shows us round the final section of quilts that were on show at Lady Sew & Sew in Henley on Thames. Their warehouse has a section of space that is often used for showcasing exhibtions, so always worth keeping an eye on what’s happening there. Go to Lady Sew & Sew for more information.
In this section we learn more about Kate’s own entry into the exhibition as well as seeing a wonderful corset with matching wallhanging that is so beautiful, it could have been made for a film set.
We also get to see more about Thermofax printing, which the textile girls really seem to like to use.
If you want to see the other sections of this exhibitions – click here for part 1.
In the background you get glimpses of the Hadron Collider quilts, which were made by Kate, and you can enjoy a whole video solely on these by clicking here.
More information about Contemporary Quilt can be found on their website: www.contemporaryquilt.org.uk.
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Click here to watch the full length version of this Taster
In this final part of the exhibition that was filmed in the Old Fire Station Galley at Henley on Thames we learn that other members of Kate’s family are also very creative – this time her Uncle and she has made a ceramic chainmail style vest that can indeed be worn.
We also get to enjoy more the ...
Paula shares with us this neat idea where she uses Sharpie pens. Other fabric pens would work too. She creates this lovely colourful piece of fabric. There is also no need to pay too much attention to the lines either!
A great idea to share with the children – but as there is IPA involved – adu...
A very comprehensive workshop from Jennie to build this delightful block, which you can work any size once you have the hang of it!
As usual the workshop is full of tips including one that helps you find the centre of your block and who knew that trains could make patchwork so interesting!
This i...
