The above hat looking very elegant on Shirley our model for the evening.
PORINGLAND W.I. Meeting 14 April
At our meeting on 14th April, our guest was Julie Hurst, who operates a studio at Wymondham - "Raffique", where she makes bespoke raffia hats and also baskets.
Julie gave us a demonstration showing her traditional working methods in this durable material, when we admired her craft, followed by a most interesting talk on the history of hats and hat-making.
Log onto Julies webset for more information: www.raffique.co.uk
Julie gave us a demonstration showing her traditional working methods in this durable material, when we admired her craft, followed by a most interesting talk on the history of hats and hat-making.
May Meeting on 12th is our Birthday Meeting, where we discuss Resolutions.
If you are new to W.I. , do give it a try, we are always pleased to meet newcomers. Our President, Pam Cooper, can give any details you may like to know. (01508 491674.
Meraney Bambra
