Celebrating the extraordinary craftsmanship of the textile industry from 14th century to present day, this stunning new exhibition for 2016 is a collation of some of the most beautiful and rare vestments and ecclesiastical textiles from around the country. Telling the story from Medieval times up until today, the exhibition will include items not seen on public display since 1930 and ancient pieces such as the 1350 embroidered cope panel. Full story: Read more
From wildlife walks to pottery talks – Knoll Gardens launches 2016 event programme
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Gardens, near Wimborne in Dorset has announced its event programme for 2016. From plant fairs to willow weaving, wildlife walks to pottery talks and herbal medicine workshops to Knoll’s ever-popular grass masterclasses, all the events are very much garden-based and take place right through to November 2016. Full story: Read more
Castle Cary Artist Angela Knapp to exhibit at charity land, sea & sky event
WELL-KNOWN textile artist Angela Knapp from Castle Cary will be exhibiting at a charity event in aid of the National Kidney Federation early next month (December, 2015). Angela, who specialises in creating unique images of birds, will be at the award-winning Clavelshay Barn Restaurant for its Land, Sea and Sky Exhibition on Monday, December 7. She explained: “I’m delighted to have been invited to take part in this event. I will have a selection of my artwork on show and I will also be there to chat to visitors and show them how I create a piece from start to finish. Full story: Read more