Quaker Tapestry

At Embroidery Guild Ann Wood came along to give us a slide show 

and talk about the Quaker Tapestries.

seventy seven, in all.

It is a collection of embroideries based on the social history of the Quakers

since 1650.

Ann showed us twenty two slides of the 77 tapestries.

Each slide, she enthralled us with the stories, makers, 

information behind it and the stitches involved.

4000 people were involved and from all round the world.

I had seen the Tapestries in Ely Cathedral, it was beautifully presented

and the atmosphere of Ely Cathedral made the experience.

Hearing the detailed explanation brought the tapestries

even more to life.

We all had a lovely evening and could have listened 

to Ann all evening.

Visit the Tapestry Website to really appreciate

the work and history of such an

exquisite collection.

It is a lovely site to visit and has the atmosphere of the work

Quaker Tapestry Exhibition Centre

Quaker Tapestry Exhibition

After The Textile and Focus Exhibition, I went into Ely to see

The Quaker Tapestries at Ely Cathedral.

I first had a lovely lunch in the Almonanry Tea Rooms.

I have a real soft spot for Ely as

Stewart and I met there 27 years ago.

The Tapestries were beautifully made and were

so intricate and shared with so many across the world

not only in their making but in the exhibiting.

I was listening to the personal audio when

a lady I did my City and Guilds Embroidery with

over 14 years ago

and is also from the Shetland Islands, came over and we

had a lovely catch up chat. We admired the tapestries together.

Ely Cathedral felt even more special.

I went around the Cathedral and saw many more things

I haven't noticed before.

I sat and reflected for a while as life has been great

but hectic and the calm of the Cathedral was really regenerative.

Quiet contemplation is always good for the soul,

where ever you find that quiet place.

I count my blessings everyday and feel very

very lucky.