NNA - National Needlework Archive

Poetry in Stitches

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. 

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Poetry in Stitches 1 pictures at Kingston Day Surgery Centre

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Poetry in Stitches pictures are available for hosting. If you know of any waiting rroom, office, or public building which would like to host one picture or more – please contact us on nat.n.a@live.co.uk.  

Special Offer - Poetry in Stitches 3 book is now available at £4.99 (plus £2.50 p&pUK)

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Poetry in Stitches 4 now starting – closing date April 31st 2014

The National Needlework Archive is a Registered Charity - No. 1136942
Telephone: 01635 38740  Email: nat.n.a@live.co.uk or info@nationalneedleworkarchive.org.uk

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