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Sulgrave Embroidery
17th century embroidery, possibly made by Martha, daughter of Amphyllis Washington. Martha emigrated to Virginia in 1678 and her brother, John, was the great-grandfather of George Washington.
Stuart 1650 - 1700 Stuart to Georgian
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Tablecloth
Made by members of the Weston Favell branch of the Women's Institute to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's coronation, this tablecloth is still in weekly use.
1953 Modern
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Weston Favell WI
Banner to celebrate the centenary of the formation of the WI in the UK in 1918
The banner was designed and made in 2018 to celebrate the centenary of the opening of the first WI in the UK. The banner measures 48” from top to the bottom point and 27” at its widest part with a green hanging cord across the top.
2018 Modern
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Kate Dyer
Corby Processions Banner (to celebrate 100 years of Votes for Women)
Created in 2018 for PROCESSIONS, a national project marking 100 years of Votes for Women, this banner embodies Corby’s activist spirit and was one of 100 different commissions to commemorate 100 years women’s suffrage.
2018 Modern