Last time Julian came many members missed his talk due to holidays, so for some it was their first chance to discover this work and for others a pleasure to catch up with more recent research.
The counterpane is housed at the Quaker Tapestry Museum in Kendal where it is currently on display.
Julian is a researcher, writer and freelance curator and has been associated
with the Tapestry Centre for some years.
His talk brought us up to date with research on the individual embroidered squares making up the counterpane. Each square carries the name of the maker, and he has successfully traced the family connections and relationships of most of the participants. The talk was a fascinating combination of needlework and social history.
The current exhibition at the Museum might be of interest if you are in the area - Money, Shoes and Chocolate!
More details here: http://www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk/the-exhibition/
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