Corris Uchaf, Wales
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Summer Hols
Aug 18th
Well, we played hookey last week (actually we had a 1st class sub in the shop, but we were awol).
We went to New Quay, Ceredigion, camping for a couple of nights with Jemma, Alex, the two “rats”, and the three “amigos” (Alex’s 3 daughters). They had a longer hol but we were mindful of our quilting responsibilities in Corris and returned early.
Better than last year when our summer hols consisted of one day on the beach at Aberdyfi with Jay and her kids. Excellent day that was as well, but too short.
Good weather, good beaches, some exquisite kite flying, and the three “amigos” turned themselves into Sand Monsters, but the sea soon put paid to that.
Great time, very enjoyable … back to reality with a bump.
Corris Craft Centre has been heaving this week. Awash with people and water from the occasional heavy downpour of rain.
We continue to do our patchwork and quilting, our new line of Welsh cushions have provoked much interest.
We’ve been creative….
Jul 23rd
With what?
We have designed a new range of cushions. So what, says you.
One is based on our Welsh flag and the other is based on Owain Glyndwr’s emblem. We have taken some poetic and artistic licence with them, but saying that both of these new ranges are original and are our own work.
Bumble Bee Quilting remains at the forefront of Welsh patchwork and quilting both as an art and also as a skill.
Neither are replicas or copies, but both of our new designs demonstrate a portrail of two similar themes. Actually we are quite pleased with them and we look forward to you viewing them at our shop in Corris.
We are trying to put something back into rural Wales and its peoples, heritage and, although in an original form, to Welsh textiles and Welsh art even though we are just two individuals.
Our basic quilts continue their processes by machine and by hand. These works in progress can also be viewed at out Corris Craft Workshop. You might be in time to see stiching and quilting in action here if you hurry.
‘n ddedwydd ben-blwydd (not Corris Welsh, sorry)
To Alex Jones – Bumble Bee Quilting extends a heartfelt Birthday Greeting and we wish you and all your family much cheer and love.
Teresa Anna’s Quilt
May 31st
This quilt is for all families & friends of loved ones who have undergone the treatment for Breast Cancer.
Some have fought the fight, only to fall at the final hurdle, some are still fighting.
Why the ‘Teresa Anna Quilt’, well my friend Teresa is one of the latter, still fighting! but what a fight it is.
Last August Teresa was diagnosed with Breast Cancer and since that time has undergone an operation, Chemotherapy, Radiation Therapy and has just started on another chemical barage to her weakened body… yet through all the pain and discomfit she can still laugh and see the funny side to most things in her life. (and still plays a mean game of Dominos)
With your help I can use this Quilt to help the research into cures and ways of helping people like Teresa.
OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
I would like to complete the quilt by October so the sooner you can return the Square to me the better.
The return address is
Teresa Anna’s Quilt
Bumble Bee Quilting
Corris Craft Centre
Corris
Machynlleth
Powys
Wales
SY20 9RF
NB… Could you enclose the square in a plastic bag… being mindful of the weather.
If you have to fold it to post it can you be minimal.
Flat or Rolled would be best.
Thanks
Jane
Between now and October I will be finding out the best way to raise money for the Quilt – Auction / Raffle etc. Any Ideas?
This free pack of fabric is enough with some addition of your own stash to create two matching 12“ x 12†squares (plus seam allowance)
… one to be sent back to me to be included in ‘Teresa Anna’s Quilt’ the second to be completed as a cushion and given to the person, or family of, for whom you Undertake this challange.
Each square sent back to me must be complete ie. any design of your choice Foundation, Traditional or Applique. wadded with 2oz polyester wadding and quilted. 12¼“ x 12¼†finished size.
Please include on the back of the square the name of the person in your thoughts as you complete this square… feel free to add a fabric photo or an embroidered message on the back as well.
