Goldwork Stag at Hardwick Hall
Our All England tour drew to a close last week as we said goodbye to 20 wonderful ladies. We visited no less than 9 destinations of needlework interest and took hundreds of photos. While we sort them out here are a few to keep you going!
Our lovely group outside Ackworth School waiting to see the sampler collection
Marion Hangings at Oxburgh Hall
Ecclesiastical embroidery at Hardwick Hall
Blickling Hall
Crewel Work Bedspread at Burghley House, the inspiration for Phillipa's class project
At Ackworth School viewing the sampler collection
During our private view at Hardwick Hall
17th century book cover in the private collection of Meg Andrews
Raised embroidery in Meg's collection
Sampler in Meg's collection
Hardwick Hall
Sicilian Whitework taught by Nicola Fairhurst
Canvaswork by Nicola Fairhurst.
A workshop in progress
Petit point in the private collection of Meg Andrews
Close up of a wall hanging at Hardwick Hall
More embroideries at Meg's house
Stumpwork mirror at Burghley House
Embroidered red velvet chair at Hardwick Hall
Alison Cole's Goldwork workshop design inspired by Goldwork at Hardwick Hall
Marion Hangings at Oxburgh Hall
More to come soon!