The Liverpool Tapestry:
People, Places and Passions
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This piece reflect the historical importance of Liverpool – the first
passenger railway ran between Liverpool and Manchester.”
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I was born in Bootle, and from an early age was taught simple
embroidery stitches, but it was many years later when I took an
interest in canvas work. When I read the article about the Tapestry,
I decided to ‘have a go’.
I chose the entrance hall of India Buildings – the ceiling is so
beautiful – however, it was quite a challenge to get it onto canvas! I
spent a few years in the 1950’s as a shorthand typist at John Holts,
shipping goods out to Africa, and my husband spent all his working
life at the Passport office on the 5th floor.”
Stephenson’s Rocket
Designed and stitched by Vicky Williams
India Buildings
Designed and stitched by Joyce Wilson