The Moorland Exhibition
of Needlework Art and Rural Crafts
Princetown, Dartmoor, Devon, UK
AUGUST 17th. --- 26th 2002 10am --- 5pm

The Moorland Exhibition of needlework, art, traditional and rural crafts is organised by Nutmeg and is held each year at the Princetown Primary School in Dartmoor, Devon, UK during the ten days ending on the August Bank holiday Monday.

Maps: local regional

Local B&B and Hotel accommodation in Dartmoor centered on Princetown
Introduction to Nutmeg and a short history of the moorland exhibition
Booking Forms
Last Years (2001) exhibits

 

EXHIBITS for 2002

THIS YEAR'S FEATURED EXHIBIT IS "WOOL"
We aim to show the hand processes through which wool passes from the raw fleece, to finished products and the many uses of wool, past and present.

PRESENTED BY:-

Rosemarie Smith.
Devon Guild Of Spinners Weavers And Dyers.
Peter Tavy Guild Of Spinners Weavers And Dyers.
Church Kneelers. Chapel Of St. Gabriel, Postbridge.
Sheepskin Goods. Keith Johnston, "pixieland".
Specialist Wools, Ruth Austin, "designs"
Hand Knits, Canvas Work, Felt

OTHER EXHIBITS:-

Creative 3d Embroidery. Sarah Perry.
Machine Embroidery. Tracy Curtis
Samplers. Brenda Hamblin And Wendy Milner
Quilts. Jo Rednell And Carenza Quilters.
Lace. Peggy Snowdon And Isabel Brown.
Tatting And Crochet. Beverly May.
Collector's Bears. Robin Bracey.
Silk Painting. Sheila Munn.
Oils. Alan Kingwell.
Water Colours. Joan Gardner.
Painted Boxes. Mags Quennell
Painted Pebbles. Maggie Sharman
Thatching And Straw Work. Hubert Snowdon.
Hurdles And Wicker Work. Jack Cook(from Mon. 19th.)
Walking Sticks. John Vickary.
Wood Craft. Sal Tully And Hazel Folland
Boxes. Andy Fractal - Bilbo's Boxes.
Country Furniture. Denis Reece Dartmoor Hardwoods
Turned Wood. Peter Barnes, Sal Tully, Alan Thomas And David Wright.
Ceramics. Chris, Chloe And Dan.
Glazed And Amazed Dried Flowers. Anne Barnes.
Romany Flowers. Angela Hartman.
Bead Jewellery. Alison Mc.Cann. Beverly May. Denise Beavon.
Sugar Craft. Vicky Lapper
Decorated Eggs. Louise Swaine
War Games (toy Soldiers!) Robin Bracey
Fishing Flies. Glyn Lloyd-jones
Weather Vanes. Karen And Gordon Green
Papier Mache Figures. Tracy Curtis.
Theale Crafts Ceramics and Ironwork

SHOPS
LOCATED IN THE MAIN HALL

Tamar Embroideries.
Kate Choroszewska
Textile Art And Embroidery
Supplies And Kits.

Fabrics For Fun,
Beads For Beauty.
Sylvia Mccann Beads,
Specialist Fabrics, Etc

Beginnings
Hand Dyed Threads,
Hand Made Silk Paper.

Workbox Magazine.
Victor Briggs, Editor.
Subscriptions, Back Numbers, Embroidery Books.

Old And Out Of Print Needlework And Craft Books

 


Light Refreshments.

WORKSHOPS PROGRAMME 2002

SUNDAY 18th A.M. 10am- 1pm.
SPINNING FOR BEGINNERS
DEVON GUILD OF SPINNERS WEAVERS AND DYERS
Learn to spin with members of the Devon Guild. Individual tuition. Spinning Wheels and all materials supplied.

MONDAY 19th A.M. 10am-1pm.
BEAD and WIRE CREATURES ALISON McCANN
No experience required. Make a Butterfly, Ladybird, Cat or Bug to use as a brooch, hair decoration or on your embroidery.. Materials list will be sent with ticket. All available at the exhibition.

TUESDAY 20th FELT MAKING ROSEMARIE SMITH
To compliment this year's Featured Exhibit "Wool" No experience required. Learn to make your own piece of felt to make a bag, surface decorate with stitching or beads or however you want. All materials supplied.

WEDNESDAY 21st. TATTING BEVERLY MAY
At the request of previous pupils, and those who missed the class! Beginners or intermediates. Learn to Tatt or improve your skills. All materials supplied.

WEDNESDAY 21St BASKET MAKING JACK COOK.
Beginners. Aim to make a Willow Basket in a day. The size will depend upon your skill and dexterity! Bring a paring knife, good quality secateurs (not bull nosed ) and a bodkin. (These items will be available in the class to share if you cannot.) Willow supplied at £5. at the class.

THURSDAY 22nd. A.M. 10am-1pm. SYLVIA McCANN.
KNITTING WITH BEADS AND WIRE OR THREAD
The ability to knit is essential. This technique is suitable for making little bags, vessels or an abstract piece of work to use in your embroideries. Materials list will be sent with ticket. All available at the exhibition.

THURSDAY 22nd. PAINTING ON SILK SHEILA MUNN
Beginners introduction to silk painting. All materials supplied

FRIDAY 23rd. NEEDLESCULPTURE SARAH PERRY
Some embroidery skills required. Create a beautiful, raised work, 3D effect Robin. Bring your basic sewing kit. All other materials supplied.

FRIDAY 23rd. OIL PAINTING-SEASCAPES. ALAN KINGWELL
Following last year's highly successful landscapes class, Alan will this year teach ANYONE (his word, not ours) to paint a seashore. Bring oil painting brushes if you have them, otherwise they, and all other materials will be supplied.

SATURDAY 24th. MACHINE EMBROIDERY TRACY CURTIS
Basic knowledge and understanding of your machine is required. An introduction to machine embroidery. Bring a sewing machine with DROP FEED, a 6" or 8" embroidery hoop, the inner ring bound with bias binding and the instructions for your machine. All materials supplied.

SUNDAY 25Th HAND STITCHED BOOKS BEGINNINGS
Basic sewing skills required. Make your own unique book using hand dyed fabrics, decorated with surface stitching. Bring basic sewing kit and hand dyed fabric and threads. Fabric and threads available at the exhibition.

 

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ENTRY £2. CHILDREN UNDER 11 50p
Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult
ADVANCE PURCHASE ADULTS £1.50 CHILDREN FREE OF CHARGE

Demonstrations and a chance to try your hand at many exhibits
Unique Articles handmade by our exhibitors for sale.
Needlework knitting and craft materials and equipment available
Full programme of workshops.

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During your stay in Dartmoor the following are well worth a visit:


BECKY FALLS D A R T M O O R
Open Daily 10am to 6pm. Entry Prices are All Inclusive except Pony Rides. Special rates for Families, OAPs and Groups
An area of outstanding natural beauty and a site of Special Scientific Interest. Enjoy the wide diversity of plant and animal life which thrives in the moist, sheltered crannies of this staggeringly beautiful, tranquil and secluded valley, as well as our own animals and birds and the facilities of our restaurant and craft and gift shops 3 marked trails to explore the cascading falls Wooded picnic area 4 miles west of Bovey Tracey Well sign posted from all nearby main roads

DARTMOOR PRISON MUSEUM
 OPEN TUESDAY TO SATURDAY 9.30 am. to 4.30 pm. Friday 4pm. Admission. £2. Adult £1. Child. £1. OAP Prison History and Sales of Gifts and Garden Products, made by the prisoners. 01822 890 305

FOX TOR CAFÉ PRINCETOWN
 Next to The Railway Inn Breakfast served all day Traditional Devon Cream Teas Home Cooked Food, Cakes and Sandwiches TAKE AWAY AVAILABLE Confectionery and Tobacco

TRACY CURTIS SILK PAINTING and MACHINE EMBROIDERY, TALKS and DEMONSTRATIONS
For W.I. and similar groups. Silk Painting, Machine Embroidery or Dough Craft. £25 + 25p per mile. ALL DAY WORKSHOPS 10am -4pm. "Paint and Take" a Silk Scarf. Held in your own meeting hall. £15 per person. Maximum 12 people No artistic ability required. For more details, please 'phone Tracy Curtis, 01752 254 202

PIXIELAND - Dartmoor's best Sheepskin Rug selection at the best prices
Sheepskin cushions, Baby Rugs, Hats Mitts and Moccasins
e.mail: keith@pixieland.co.uk Phone 01364 631412 Fax 01364 631189

High Moorland Community Action Wesley House, Princetown.
Internet Access, Fax and Photocopying Computer and Employment Training. Support for community groups. Information and Advice Services Careers, Vacancy Lists, Citizen's Advice Bureaux Police Surgery Rooms available to rent Open Weekdays 9-4.30 Tel:01822 890 732 Fax:01822 890 823 Email:jenny@hmca.org.uk

The Prince of Wales Princetown 01822 890 219
 luncheon dinner bar meals home cooking real ale award winning dartmoor ales brewed on the premises

Silk Painting with Sheila Munn
 commissions . work-shops . original designs .
I have a wide variety of vibrant images on display at the exhibition. ..why not commission something really special for a personal gift? 01752 493 228

Kersbrook Training
 accredited city and guilds offers open/distance learning creative textile courses for pleasure/qualification we give you the skills to discover your creative talents have fun whilst learning find out what you can achieve now details:- 2, Kersbrook Cross, Callington, PL17 8QW tel/fax 01566 782 907 email swift_consultants_ltd@bizonline.co.uk

Fabrics for Fun Beads for Beauty
 we have a large selection of interesting fabrics and exciting beads, packaged in small quantities, larger packs on request. nymo thread and metal craft wires in many colours. sale or return selections and day course packs can be provided for groups or tutors. we also visit groups and colleges. mail order s.a.e. + £1 for list and coloured bead sheet workshop programme available 32, Babbacombe Road, Torquay, TQ1 3SN telephone 01803 328 902

Dartmoor Gift Shop - Princetown
 Groceries sweets tobacco newsagent Gifts. Take-away hot and cold snacks.

Princetown Carnival
 August 31st 12noon
Floats theme "50 glorious years" Parade starts 6pm Pipe band - bouncy castle - fun fair Details and entry of floats and bookings of stalls Ring Pat or Mac 01822 980 448

"beginnings"
Suppliers of: Hand-dyed threads and fabric in beautiful range of colours for the creative embroiderer Hand made silk papers. Range of fabric kits. Small amounts of unusual fabrics. Sale or return packs available for tutors, guilds & groups. For price list and samples send £1 and s.a.e. to Powells, Staplegrove Rd., Somerset. TA2 6AL 01823 275 942 07887 656 982

Venville House, Princetown, Residential Home
 Long term care as part of the Local community, Respite care, convalescence. 01822 890 557

Designs
 Leg 'o Mutton corner Yelverton 01822 854 364
Knitting embroidery, Haberdashery, Hand knitting to order, Specialist Wool Search.

Pressed Men
 Naval and Military gifts, Ships Crests made to order, Army Cap badges, Military Lapel pins, Ships Photos, Regimental and ships badge key rings F Luckham Hall, Princetown, Dartmoor, Devon PL20 6QY Tel: 01822 890 411 email: info@pressedmen.co.uk web: www.pressedmen.co.uk


Theale Crafts Ceramics and Ironwork
Ceramics and Ironwork by Angela and Ian Minshull were exhibited at the 2002 exhibition. From their workshops overlooking the beautiful Tamar Valley in South Devon, Angela and Ian make that ideal gift for you and your friends.

Higher Longford Caravan and Camping park
 Telephone: 01822 613 360 fax: 01822 618722 Email stay@higherlongford.co.uk Web www.higherlongford.co.uk
2.5 miles east of Tavistock On the B 3357 Tavistock To Princetown road. We take caravans, tents and motorvans for touring holidays. Plus 2 self catering chalets for rent.

Lydgate House Country House Hotel
 set in 36 acres on the high moor. morning coffee, light luncheons, and cream teas for non-residents totally refurbished, to offer 7 en-suite bedrooms in a non-smoking environment dogs welcome postbridge 01822 880 209

Prince Hall Hotel
 TWO BRIDGES, PRINCETOWN, 01822 890 403
Outstanding Imaginative Unique Excellent Tantalising Fresh Romantic Spectacular Friendly Atmospheric Super Prince Hall Hotel. How would you describe dining at Prince Hall? Come and find out. Soon!

THE RAILWAY INN, PRINCETOWN
Traditional village inn, excellent home cooked food available all day, separate non-smoking restaurant, en-suite accommodation, skittle alley, princetown 01822 890 232

CHERRYBROOK HOTEL
 DELICIOUS FOOD IN DELIGHTFUL SURROUNDINGS Enjoy a four course evening meal using fresh, local produce and finish with our popular Devon Cheese board. Then, why not unwind with your coffee in our cosy beamed lounge? £18.50. INCLUSIVE For reservations phone Andy or Margaret on 01822 880 260 The Hotel is set on the high moor, between Two Bridges and Postbridge CREAM TEAS £3.75.