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The Threads Community Quilt Row 1, Block 5: Simbarshe Z My final image explores the corruption of Robert Mugabe and its impact on Zimbabwe. I used bold colours, graffiti-style text, and exaggerated cartoon figures to represent power, control, and the struggles of the people. (1/3)
The Threads Community Quilt Row 1 - Block 4: Albert A My project was based on the mouth and its veins, exploring how even the littlest cut on your mouth can send blood pouring down your face. I also incorporated threads from my culture, which is heavily associated with vampires. (1/3)
The Threads Community Quilt Row 1, Block 3 - Santana L I used a combination of different materials to complete my masterpiece, including A3 card, wrapping paper, newspaper, oil pastels, acrylic paint, watercolour paint, colouring pencils & threads. This allowed me to explore my creativity... (1/3)
The Threads Community Quilt Row 1, Block 2 - Zara K This work explored the theme of 'Threads' by researching 3D modelling techniques to construct a series of modern miniature rooms. Throughout this process, I gathered targeted reference images and documented my design journey, evaluating.... (1/3)
Since 2023, the Museum of Richmond and Richmond upon Thames College have teamed up to bridge our borough's rich past with the bold future of UAL Level 2 Art and Design students! 🧵✨ For this year’s Final Major Project, we linked our exhibition, Threads Through Time: Community Quilts in Richmond (1/4)
Lost for 30 years... and now coming to Richmond. 🎞️✨ Join us on Wed 19 Aug, 7PM – 8:30PM for a very special screening of 'There Is A Light That Never Goes Out'. 🎟️ Tickets are £10: booking is strongly advised Book here: buff.ly/y9RX3l0 More details in the thread (1/2) #AIDSQuiltUK #LGBTQHistory
We have made the difficult decision to postpone tonight's event: There is a Light That Never Goes Out - documentary screening and Q&A. 1/3
A piece of history, lost for 30 years, has been found. Join us for a rare screening of the rediscovered documentary about the 1994 ‘Quilts of Love’ display.
Rediscovered after 30 years: The film documenting the 1994 ‘Quilts of Love’ display is coming to Richmond. Join us for a special screening on Wednesday 15th July, 7PM. Tickets: £10. Book here: buff.ly/gaBjEne #AIDSQuilt #History #AIDSMemorialQuilt #ThreadsThroughTime #RichmondEvents #Richmond
"There is a light that never goes out." We are honoured to host this documentary featuring voices like Boy George, Neneh Cherry, and Michael Hutchence as they reflect on a poignant moment in history. Wed, 15th July, 7PM. Secure your seat now at buff.ly/gaBjEne #AIDSQuilt #AIDSMemorialQuilt
This is a rare opportunity to see this film, a rediscovered 50-minute documentary about the 1994 ‘Quilts of Love’ display of the UK AIDS Quilt at Hyde Park Corner. Join us for a special screening on Wednesday 15th July, 7 PM. Tickets: £10 BOOK NOW: buff.ly/gaBjEne #AIDSMemorialQuilt
Getting ready for our workshop at the Whittaker Ellis Suite in the Old Town Hall on Saturday 4 July! 👔🪡🧵 What we provide: 🧵Expert guidance from Valerie of Creative Quilting, East Molesey. Learn how to deconstruct, interface, and quilt with bias-cut fabrics 1/4
We’re sorry to share that we will be closing early today: Tues30 June at 3:30pm We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to your plans. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back during our regular hours tomorrow! #WeAppreciateYou #ThankYouForUnderstanding
The quilts are not just a look back at the past—they are a call to action for the future. 🔴✨ Looking at Panel 5 of the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt reminds us of how far we’ve come in the fight against HIV/AIDS, and how much work is still left to do....
Freddie was an inspirational figure to millions of fans worldwide, with songs such as ‘I want to Break Free’ becoming a cornerstone of LGBT anthems and celebrations. Panel 5 Image courtesy of UK aids Memorial Quilt Partnership ...
Freddie Mercury was a devoted cat lover who owned up to 10 cats at a time, treating them like his own children. His furry family included Tom, Jerry, Tiffany, Dorothy, Delilah, Goliath, Lily, Miko, Oscar, and Romeo. Most were rescues, and they lived luxuriously at his Garden Lodge home in Kensington
COMING UP NEXT SATURDAY: patchwork and quilting workshop for adults Saturday 4 July, 10am to 3pm Working with silk ties can be intimidating—they slip, slide, and stretch! But don't worry, you're in expert hands... 1/2
The final quilt on this panel is for Freddie Mercury, lead singer of the band Queen. Freddie lived for a time in Barnes and was brought up in Feltham. We do not know who made this block. Panel 5 Image courtesy of UK aids Memorial Quilt Partnership ...
John was famed for his love of checked shirts and faded denim and of course his precious leather waistcoat, hence the reason these have been included on this panel. Panel 5 Image courtesy of UK aids Memorial Quilt Partnership ...
John MacIntyre was a well known face in the gay scene in Britain. He had worked in bars around in the country and in Amsterdam and this explains that list of places named on his panel. Panel 5 Image courtesy of UK aids Memorial Quilt Partnership ...
Are they sitting in a box in the attic? 📦 Precious ties or textiles belonging to a loved one that are simply too meaningful to part with? Let's bring those memories into the light. 1/2
In the very centre of the panel you will find the quilt for John MacIntyre, made by Alastair Hume and Olive Fairley. he moved to Edinburgh in 1984/1985. He worked as a bar manager at the Key West Bar in the centre of town. The design of the panel is based on the art work for the bar. ...
Fred's quilt is beautifully made and quilted: you can clearly see from how beautifully made it is, how much it meant to him. Fred finished his quilt in late 1989 really just before he fell seriously ill as mentioned above towards his latter days, he would wrap the quilt around him like a magic cape.
Fred was a true lover of nature, his favourite flower being the rose and this is depicted in the quilt. Fred also included an old American Civil War custom of yellow ribbons to remind us that those people no longer with us but still remembered...
Fred saw an article in Body Positive requesting quilts and decided that he would do one commemorating the friends he had lost during his time at AIDS Line West Midlands. Fred worked feverishly over his quilt. He would take it with his during his hospital stays...
On the right side of the panel, you can find the quilt made by Fred Hepple in memory of his four friends, David, Brian, Peter and Ian. The quilt was then donated to the UK Quilt project. Fred adored his quilt, and would wrap it about himself, referring to it as a ‘magic cape.’ ...
Our Trumpeters' House Garden Party is happening TODAY from 2pm to 5pm! We can't wait to see you all there for a brilliant afternoon🌹✨ Some tickets available on the door! 🏛️The Museum of Richmond will be closed today as our team will be on-site running the event and enjoying the festivities with you!
Pausing this Friday to reflect on the stories woven into Panel 5 of the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt. 🕯️ Behind every single piece of fabric on this panel was a real life—a friend, a partner, a sibling, a child. A person who laughed, loved, and left an indelible mark on the world. ...
🚨 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🚨 The wait is just about over! Tomorrow afternoon, the beautiful grounds of Trumpeters' House open for our annual Garden Party. ☀️🌹 🎟️ LAST CHANCE TO BOOK! 🎟️ Online booking is closing very soon - don't wake up tomorrow with FOMO! buff.ly/trDs14K
