If you're local to the Leiston area, there's a small exhibition of textile art by Marian Nichols in the Leiston library. This is on until May, and there are some stunning pieces on display...
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...I called in on Sunday morning, and was lucky enough to meet Marian in person, and she gave me some really helpful advice for my future EPP projects. She's currently working on a La Passaglia Quilt, that really is stunning, and her stitches are incredibly neat and tiny! Marian was using my favourite thread, Aurifil 50wt for her EPP...
| ...it's based on this one in the book Millefiori by Willyne Hammerstein of the Netherlands... | ...it is known for it's geometric, intricate shapes and complex designs. Marian really was an inspiration... |
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...here is a selection of the textiles that were on display. It was a bit tricky photographing them asthey are displayed quite high up, but they really do look fabulous. There are 15 pieces on display altogether...
| View From Rodmell Church, Sussex, was beautifully embellished with hand stitching | Teasels - I really liked this piece |
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| Purple Sunflowers, made on a workshop with Mary McIntosh | Art Noveau Leaves, also made on a workshop with Mary McIntosh |
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...and finally this stunning piece, called Melting Glacier. I hope these pictures will encourage you to go along and have a look. I felt so inspired when I was there!
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