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Region 7>Blog>Behind the Stitches, Meet a Member>Patchwork People - Stitching day


Region 7 News - 28th June 2026
We had a fun day creating Seminole strips under the guidance of the fabulous Helen Butcher of Little Patch Pockets. Everybody worked hard creating their fabulous Seminole strips - all ready to be made into cushions or bags- being helped with the hall having air conditioning -

Region 7 News - 30th March 2026
In region 7 we have put together several great visits you can join in with... April 23rd visit to Ridgemont Station Heritage Centre May 21st visit to Wrest Park - Wallpaper tour June 4th visit to Embroidery Gallery and Exhibition at Discover Bucks Museum, Aylesbury SAVE the 26th of September as we will be hold an in-person workshop with Jo Cunningham, who is over from the US.

Exhibition, Region 7 News - 27th January 2026
To mark 80 years of connection with the universe, we invited the public to join us in a community quilt project celebrating Jodrell’s heritage and discoveries. We’re delighted to share the finished artwork in this inspiring public exhibition! 24 Jan, 2026 – 27 Mar, 2026

Behind the Stitches, Quilt Collection - 11th November 2026
Discover the story of Ina MacRae's 1930s patchwork coverlet, its intricate design and the mysterious handwritten letters preserved within its stitches.

Behind the Stitches, Quilt Collection - 4th November 2026
Discover how historic quilts are conserved, why old repairs matter and how The Quilters' Guild protects four remarkable quilts.

Annual Online Retreat, Behind the Stitches - 3rd November 2026
Meet Katherine Gough and discover her research into Welsh quilting, her grandmother Sarah Marion Davies and the Rural Industries Bureau quilters.
