This month we had Jacqui Fowler speak to us about women stained glass artists of the 20th century. Here is a summary of some of those artists and where you can visit their work (when lockdown is over). Nearby to Sale St George’s Parish Church, Altrincham, Mary Lowndes window from 1915 St Peter’s Parish Church, … Continue reading Women of Stained Glass History
Why did I join the WI? I loved the radical history and the links to the suffragette movement- my favourite film-related song is “Sister Suffragette” from Mary Poppins- I was obsessed with it as a child and really wanted Mrs Banks’ sash! Still do! Which women would you invite to your dream dinner party? Ada … Continue reading Meet Kat Isherwood, Bee Moor Brew Maker
Why did I join the WI? Initially it was to have a regular catch up with my mates but I have genuinely enjoyed all the speakers and being part of a female community. Which women would you invite to your dream dinner party? Kathleen Hanna Lead Singer of Bikini Kill and feminist activist, actress Natasha … Continue reading Meet Mandira Hughes, Bee Moor Welfare Officer
July's Bee Moor WI meeting was a line dancing extravaganza led by Heather Freeman. Heather told us all about Line Dancing, that it's great exercise and wearing plaid is definitely not a requirement! Here is the line dancing step sheet for the first dance that we learned this week. It's the perfect intro for absolute … Continue reading How to Line Dance step by step
Next weekend will see the Sale Arts Trail return for open studios, live demonstrations and hands-on workshops. There are twelve venues across the town to visit along the trail, open from 10am-5pm on Saturday 13th July and 10am-4pm on Sunday 14th July. Sale Arts Trail Pop Up Shop in The Square You can collect a … Continue reading Coming up: Sale Arts Trail 2019
At this week's monthly meeting our speaker was marathon runner David Wyeth. David lives locally in Sale and has been running since 2015 including Manchester, London and Boston marathons. David has found he loves the beauty and peace of early morning runs to wake up the senses. He believes that running strengthens the mind and … Continue reading 15 top running tips: from beginners to marathons with David Wyeth
Last week at Bee Moor WI we met for a craft fest at our monthly meeting. We crafted leather keyrings, paper flowers, felt pictures, calligraphy and hair scrunchies. Here's everything you need to make your own hair scrunchie for yourself, or as the perfect handmade gift for someone you know. WHAT YOU NEED: Fabric Scissors … Continue reading How to make a hair scrunchie
When I heard our September meeting was going to be on the subject of craftivism, I can honestly say I didn't expect to go along and hear the phrase 'Stitch n Bitch' nor discover there is such a thing as a 'vulva quilt'! But it soon came to light that craftivism isn't just knitting squares … Continue reading Craftivism: The Art of the Gentle Protest
