Oh I love your idea of using jute to tell a story Raquel and the idea of stories being woven. Perhaps bags could also be used in some way . For me these three things would be the starting point of an exploration. I wonder where you will end up – how exciting!!

So glad you feel inspired Jennifer and thank you so much for your lovely comment. Ali

Definitely too beautiful to hide in the closet! I man quite envious – I have been on the lookout for an apron for a few years now that reminds me of my ‘granny’s peeny’ so that I can create a family story. I’d love to hang it on a hook on the back of the kitchen door. Do it!!

I’m so glad that you are inspired Wendy – it is such a beautiful combination isn’t it? I’ll look forward to ‘meeting’ you in Stitch Club – I’m sure you’ll love the workshop.
Ali

Time to start playing around with the idea Olga. I LOVE the idea of using your personal faxes – a real statement of the time as well as the things that were going on for you both. How exciting – do it!!
Ali

Oh Barb how lovely to hear from you and so glad you enjoyed the article. Yes you absolutely must finish the work you started in the workshop but how interesting it will be to see how your thoughts have changed or developed over the last couple of years especially considering all that has been going.
I love the articles on textile artist.org such a hugely valuable to all us stitchers.
Ali

Thank you so much for your kind comment. I just love everything about items of clothing – construction, the shapes of pieces, the history, what they say about us – there’s just so many avenues to explore! The forensic starting point really does lead you into a great line of thought too doesn’t it – hope it inspires your own thinking and stitching. Ali