Evelyn Baxter’s School on Japanese Patchwork

13 -14th May

Liz Hunter led a very informative and interesting class on E.B.S.J.P.

There was a very high attendance for this class and Liz made everyone feel at ease as she took them through the various stages. Cutting out templates, material, tacking, ironing into shape and sewing to form the ‘tiles’ which is the basis for creating so many items. Liz brought along some fine examples of how to develop the ‘initial tile’ into many ideas.

There were many levels of sewing skills in the class but everyone enjoyed learning new techniques and handy tips.

Time passed too quickly as everyone was engrossed in making their Japanes Patchwork bags. Everyone agreed that it was a very enjhoyable class and that was due to Liz’s friendly teaching skills. All hoped there would be another class in the future. Annie Mackinnon presented Liz with a gift of thanks at the end of the two day class.

Tiree S.W.R.I Sponsored Walk for Mary’s Meals

Tuesday 19th May

was a beautiful evening to do the walk.A good turnout of support with S.W.R.I walkers wearing Mary’s Meals T-shirts.

Some strode out in front, others went at a comfortable pace, but all enjoyed the event and returning to a welcome cup of tea.

The total raised was £500. A Big Thank you to all who supported this worthwhile cause

Mull and Tiree Federation Show

1st June 2009

Tiree S.W.R.I. Were delighted to bring The Championship Cup home with ten members contributing their work and accumulating 230 points which included 7 golds and 8 silvers. The Community Project was won by Torosay, 2nd Tiree, 3rd Fionaphort, Salen, Tobermory & Dervaig. Congratulations to all those involved and especially Annie MacKinnon who also won another three trophies.