Thought I'd better write something as it's ages since I did. The 2009 Art Trail has been and gone, and it rained for virtually all of the weekend. That may've meant numbers were down a bit, and people - including myself - definately thought that visitors were spending less. On the plus side though I did get to have a wander round some of the open houses, picking up a few reminders on the way ...
The standard of work you see is so high, it's a great yearly event for Totterdown and long may it continue! Since the trail, I've been to my book group where we discussed Bruce Chatwin's 'Songlines' (most felt it was rather detached, interesting but not entirely satisfying, perhaps more of a man's book?) and seen a fantastic performance of Richard III. The play was held at the Alma Tavern, a tiny theatre space over a pub with a stage the size of many peoples living room. There were 19 people crammed onto this stage, and it was just terrific. Sometimes Shakespeare's language can get in the way of you enjoying a play, but this time - maybe because of the small, intimate space, maybe just the skill of the actors - it felt real and immediate. A great evening.
Finally, as a keen needlepointer I like to enthuse on the subject, so if you want to buy a contemporary needlepoint kit take a look at www.felicityhall.co.uk. Her cushions are a far cry from needlepoint's usual image of twee floral patterns that your granny used to sew. On my next post I'll include some images of her work and give a code that'll enable you to get a 10% discount off her work. Just in time for Christmas.
Meanwhile, here's a lovely mosaic I did of my own stuff. Flickr, what'd we do without it!
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