The Stitchery of Catherine Hill, a Lancashire Lass
The recent touring exhibition, ‘On My Mother’s Knee’, at Llantarnam Grange Arts Gallery looked like a must see,.
Although I was unable to visit the exhibition, I am thrilled to have the next best thing, just delivered. A copy of the Exhibition catalogue – I am so happy !
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| Original woven carpet from the entrance to the theatre |
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A new acquisition of a safety pins. A new addition to my vintage kit.
Vintage, small brass covered safety pins are a staple piece of kit in my projects.
Some are given pride of place on the front of my work, incorporated in mixed media design and embroidery art.
Whilst some are used the old fashion way as fasteners on the back of pieces.
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| Small vintage brass safety pins |
My favourite use is utilising them is as a ‘pin’ to hang found objects from.
The bonus for my latest collection of pins, was the addition of the vintage packaging which I like to use as a background to display textile art. The wording, the font and colours also provide inspiration for future projects.
A Safety Pin is a very versatile piece of kit.