The first Allcomers Stitching Day took place in the Red Cross Rooms, and by the numbers attending, was a complete success. 17 happy club members set themselves up on tables and settled down to a day of stitching. Most had their sewing machines, with a few doing hand stitching. We all gathered around the large table at morning tea time, and Lynne welcomed the group to our first Allcomers Day. Then, as some of us didn’t know everyone, we all took turns at introducing ourselves and saying a few words.
As always, the projects were many and varied. Madalyn was coming along well with her Susan Claire design, “Two for the Zoo”, adding extra embellishments as she went. Just look at those cute animals.
Two for the Zoo, by Madalyn
Dianne was working on her long term project, stitching another heritage block for her quilt. This particular block will no doubt have a special meaning as the satin fabric used in the dove was a snippet used in her daughter’s wedding dress. Lynne provided a few words of advice on how best to attach the wing of the dove. The pretty lace doily stitched on with gold thread is a nice finishing touch.
Dianne’s heritage block
Kath and I were busy stitching away on our Sashiko blocks, from Sunday’s class with Claire Smith, it was lovely sitting at the table with the sunshine streaming in the window. I managed to complete my simple design during the day, while Kath’s more complicated design will take her a while, as there is a lot more stitching to do.
Kath and her Sashiko
Thanks to all who agreed to me taking photos of their work, and particular thanks to Val who seemed to spend an awful lot of time in the kitchen, making pots of tea, and tiding up afterwards. And, I was reliably informed, it was Ruby’s birthday! Everyone certainly enjoyed themselves at the inaugural Allcomers Stitching day, and we will all be eagerly awaiting details of the next one.
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