July the 30th was declared as a day for celebrating embroidery by a group of Swedish embroiderers in 2011. It is now recognized and celebrated around the world. I attended a delightful high tea held on Sunday at the Queensland Embroiderers' Guild in Brisbane to mark the occasion.
It was good to see familiar faces in the crowded hall and also meet some of the members visiting from groups all around Queensland. The tables were beautifully set out with understated flower arrangements, pretty pink napkins, plates of sandwiches, and tiered stands of small delectable eats. We were asked to bring our own favourite cup and saucer which added a fun personal note to the occasion too.
After tea we listened to three speakers. Keeping to the theme of our connection to embroidery around the world, they shared their experiences of visiting Mountmellick, the home of Mountmellick embroidery in Ireland; seeing the sixty eight metre long Bayeux tapestry on display in France; and finding some rare heirloom lace treasures in Italy. It was a most enjoyable and interesting morning.
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Now for my cup of tea...
'Till next time, happy stitching!
Sounds like a lot of fun!
ReplyDeleteHappy Stitching indeed!
ReplyDeleteThat must have been a delightful day. Some of your members are so lucky to have been able to visit those famous places and are kind enough to share their experiences with the rest of you.
ReplyDeleteOh, I must admit to forgetting about World Embroidery Day! Shame on me, being Swedish and all! However, as I stitch almost every day now, I spent a few hours working on my hand embroidery on the 30th of July, so I DID participate in the World Event.
No tea for me though, I try to avoid having tea and treats near my projects. I'd rather take a stitch break and enjoy the tea in another room - all to save the WIP from getting spoiled.
Queenie
In the past there were many nudges and reminders online of the upcoming date for World Embroidery Day well before the time. This year if it weren't for the Guild's special function, I might have forgotten it too. On the day itself all I managed to do was thread a needle, take just a few stitches and then decide it was bedtime :)
DeleteI did wonder about photographing a full cup of tea next my embroidery. Thanks for pointing out this definite no-no. I usually keep any food or drink well away.