Tag: knitting

New Writers and Knitters Groups in Ruddington

Faye Stenson

Ruddington Library is starting TWO new regular hobby groups this month. The first is a Writing Group that will meet fortnightly from Friday 5th July until Friday 16th August, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm. The sessions will focus on fun, informal writing exercises in a supportive and no-pressure environment. Themes and direction will develop with the interests of the group. No prior knowledge is required, just an interest in writing although experienced writers are welcome! From Friday 19th July, a new monthly Knit & Natter group will start (all crafters are…

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Church Street Changes

Graham Wright

If you’ve walked along Church Street in Ruddington during the last few days you may have already spotted a couple of brand new traders? Unfortunately we have sad news that one of our existing shops there is shutting – but we can also reveal that another business which will be unique in Ruddington is already lined up to replace it!* {*Please see the update below.} Some GOOD news first … … 9, Church Street is now home to ‘Ruby Rae’ – a Ladies’ Boutique selling clothes and gifts. Actually the…

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Artists and Knitters Wanted!

Graham Wright

Are you creative with paint, fabric or wool? Over the NEXT Bank Holiday weekend, Ruddington’s Framework Knitters’ Museum is hosting a three day Summer Exhibition and Sale of Artwork and Textiles, and they’d love to hear from you. The event will run from Saturday 26th to Monday May 28th. Their stipulation is that all your works must be for sale with any commission going towards museum funds. Organiser Helen Brownett explains: “It is open to everyone, so if anyone is a bit nervous about showing their artwork for the first…

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The Forties with The Framework Knitters

Faye Stenson

Ruddington’s Framework Knitters Museum is hosting a FREE wartime extravaganza on Bank Holiday Monday, the 29th of  May. Called ‘Swing Back to the 1940s’, the event turns back the clock to the Second World War, with staff and volunteers decked out in best 1940s regalia. Visitors to the event are, of course, also encouraged to dress up! The museum will even have hairdressers on hand to recreate authentic 1940s hairstyles, including the famous Victory Roll. Other themed activities include swing dancing with revival dance in the Chapel (tuition available for beginners), a…

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