National Needlework Archive

Poetry in Stitches was first launched in 2004 as a collaborative project between The National Needlework Archive and another charity, Poems in the Waiting Room. The objective is to combine textile art with poetry such that each form complements the other and promotes both to new audiences. Professional and amateur textile artists are asked to interpret poems of their choice as pictures, which are then exhibited together with the poem which inspired them. Initially the pictures are exhibited as a complete collection around the UK, creating a stunning feast for sight and mind. Subsequently, they are exhibited in smaller groups, or individually, in public places such as hospitals. It is wonderful, when visiting a hospital waiting room, to have the opportunity to view these amazing partnerships of colour and form, and to read the accompanying poem with a fresh perspective. 

Kingston-1

Poetry in Stitches 1 pictures at Kingston Day Surgery Centre

Poetry in Stitches 2

The new pictures for Poetry in Stitches 2 are now in and they will go on exhibition from September 2008. Just as in Poetry in Stitches 1, there is a wonderful variety of poetry and imagery to be enjoyed. Do try and catch one of the exhibitions featuring the 71 new pictures and poems. The exhibitions are featured within ICHF Ltd. sewing shows at the following venues over the coming months: 

Exeter, Westpoint – 25th to 28th September 2008
Cardiff, CIA – 30th October to 1st November 2008
Harrogate, Showground – 3rd to 5th October 2008
Brighton Centre – 6th to 8th February 2009
Glasgow, SECC – 5th to 8th March 2009
Birmingham, NEC – 12th to 15th March 2009
Liverpool, Aintree Racecourse – 24th – 26th April, 2009

Some examples from Poetry in Stitches 2

An-otter
The-pig

The Pig by Claire Fell

An Otter by Rita Taylor

The-doormat
In-flanders-field

In Flanders Field by Elizabeth Brayshaw

The Doormat by Susan Krekorian

Windy-nights

Windy Nights by Patricia McLaughlin

The National Needlework Archive is a Registered Charity - No. 1109930
Telephone: 023 8079 1066  Email: nna@boldre.freeserve.co.uk

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