This week we had an American visitor staying and so made a trip up the beautiful Northumberland. We went to Bamburgh Castle, a magnificent building which dominates the small town and the beach below. Even the gateway speaks of the might and power of the castle. It is in private hands, but can be visited … Continue reading A silk dress and a mysterious embroidery
At Ushaw, where I have my studio (see here for details), there is a most interesting exhibition on at present, called 'Hand in Hand' and which includes drawing, painting, print-making, woodcarving, embroidery and weaving. All the items on display were created by a single maker - a Benedictine nun given the name Sister Werberg, who … Continue reading Embroidery and Weaving at Ushaw
