The Stitchery of Catherine Hill, a Lancashire Lass
To mark the centenary of the start of World War One, I wanted to share one of my family photos with you.
The photograph was taken in 1916 in Lancashire, England.
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only Room. My trip to the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, was brilliant, as always. Every time I go, I wonder why I don’t go more often – it is a warren full of rooms of delight.
Me and my chum started our day with a visit to the mysterious V & A Members’ Only Room which was hidden on level 4 in the glass exhibition.
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| Members’ Room – you can see the reflection of the glass balustrade to the upper glass gallery |
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Art in Action is a four day event that showcases the talents of professional artists in marquees dedicated to their chosen genre of work.
My favourite marquees to visit are always ‘Textiles’, ‘Illustration & Calligraphy’, the ‘Market’ where goodies are for sale and this year another favourite of mine was the ‘War Artists’.
Other forms of crafts are demonstrated too, including painting, ceramics, wood, glass, silverware and jewelry.
As usual, I spend the best part of the morning in the Textiles tent.
Here’s a selection of the artists and their work.
