Monday, 26 February 2024

April Highlights. Unleash Your Creativity at The Stitching 4 All Show!

This spring, the Stitching 4 All show returns to Westpoint Arena from Thursday, April 4th to Saturday, April 6th.

This year's show features over 150 exhibitors, 80+ daily workshops, and live demonstrations. Stitching 4 All makes a grand return, offering exclusive dressmaking and stitching classes which gives a unique chance to meet and learn from renowned dress designers. Also, delve into our extensive selection of fabric and needlecraft suppliers including the wonderful Doughty fabrics.

Show features also include:-

• a stunning quilt exhibition from the SouthWest Quilters,
• textile displays from South Devon Stitchers
• Jaqui Parkinson Textile Artist will be exhibiting her amazing embroidered ‘Tree of Life’ panels recently displayed at Bath Abbey and on a UK Tour

With free car parking, alongside the convenience of on-site restaurants and cafés, It promises to be a delightful day out for crafters and families alike.

Advance tickets are available online at www.craft4crafters.co.uk, with a £2 discount on the standard price of £11 for adults. Concession tickets are just £10, and only £8 when bought in advance. Children under 16 attend free when accompanied by an adult. Tickets can also be purchased at the door.
 Jaqui Parkinson Textile Artist's embroidered ‘Tree of Life’ panels
Jaqui Parkinson Textile Artist's embroidered ‘Tree of Life’ panels 
 The Stitching 4 All Show!

Monday, 5 February 2024

Haggis, Neeps & Tatties at Ilfracombe Care Home

Edenmore Nursing Home, a leading provider of compassionate elderly care in Ilfracombe recently hosted a vibrant and memorable Burns Night celebration for its team members and residents, who are fondly referred to as family members. The event, held on the 25th of January brought the spirit of Scotland to the care home with traditional Scottish cuisine and day of togetherness.

Both family members and team members enthusiastically embraced the traditions of Burns Night, delighting in a thoughtfully selected menu showcasing iconic Scottish cuisine. The centerpiece of the festivities was the presentation of the timeless Haggis, Neeps, and Tatties, bought from local Ilfracombe Butcher Mike Turton, served on a dining table adorned with Scottish decorations, accompanied by music and poetry.

The objective of the day was to inspire positive sentiments and emotions while also commemorating the national day for individuals with Scottish ancestry.

Edenmore’s approach to life recognises the values, beliefs and identity of each person. Each person that may need support is unique and by understanding one’s life history, one’s journey in life, by striving to be a true continuation of home, the team at Edenmore create a place where everyone feels safe and never alone

Haggis, Neeps & Tatties at Ilfracombe Care Home
To find out more about Edenmore Nursing Home 

Friday, 2 February 2024

Shining Light. North Devon Winter skies.

Despite named storms, high winds and torrential rain, the light shone through the window this Winter. Those dismal skies were interspersed with some colour full evening and morning light. Starting with the Cold Moon, aka the Long Night Moon, the first full moon after the Winter Solstice and ending with the Wolf Moon. 

Love nature - always expect the unexpected. Photo clips by Pat Adams North Devon Focus. Relax, reboot, reconnect while you watch this quick snapshot of the January skies.


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