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The Liverpool Tapestry:
People, Places and Passions
“
I joined the project because it inspired me - I could leave a
small mark for the future on Merseyside. Having done a City and
Guilds Creative Embroidery certificate, I had done some canvas
work in the past.
I chose this piece, of the George Henry Lee department store,
because it took me back to the days of my youth, then married
with children, through maturity into old age. Latterly it became
John Lewis and in 2008 moved to Liverpool One, much to my
regret.
I have gained personal satisfaction in achieving the object and
have enjoyed the broadening experience of meeting fellow
workers in the Guild.”
“
This piece was actually my first attempt at canvas work. I was
encouraged and helped by my sister Ruby Porter. I chose the Lord
Mayor Superlambanana because my father Owen Joseph Doyle JP,
KSC was Lord Mayor of Liverpool 1975/76. He was very proud
and honoured to hold this high office. Born and bred in Liverpool,
he loved our city with a passion. He had a great sense of humour
and I know he would have loved the Superlambananas.
He died in 1992. Ruby and I would like to dedicate this piece of
work to him and our mother Kitty, his Lady Mayoress. Two very
special people.”
George Henry Lees
Designed and stitched by Rachel Gollins
Lord Mayor Superlambanana
Designed and stitched by Kathy Green