This event is part of the Rialto Community Arts Festival June 20th - 23rd
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Join us for a fascinating exploration of the rich tradition of Irish textiles. Learn about the history and cultural significance of making with a lively slide show from heritage author Vawn Corrigan. This is a visual journey through Ireland's past with historic and contemporary images.
Vawn shares a wealth of knowledge and passion for Ireland's profound relationship with making.
If YOU have any interesting handmade or heirloom pieces bring them along for the show-and-tell after the slide show (old arans, crochet, lace, tweed, tableware, embroidery). share stories from your family's handwork.
Book signing by the author Irish Tweed and Irish Aran (The O'Brien Press) available for e15 at the event.
