I spent quite a lot of time during the last couple of days just waiting.
It gave me time to look closely at every stitch of an amazing piece of art.
Entitled The Blackmore Vale Triptych, each of three panels is a collage of stitched images of Dorset, set against a stylised background of a map of the county.
It really blew me away.
The subjects range from the everyday…
To the ancient…
From the traditionally pretty…
To the amusingly quirky…
Each tiny panel (the one above is around 4 inches square) is a miniature marvel.
It took my mind off the reason for all the waiting.
My partner’s dad was being admitted to the hospice in Dorset in which the Triptych is displayed.
His cancer is terminal. It was a hard day for everyone.
Especially trying to explain it all to lad, who loves his grandad dearly.
We went looking for a distraction. And found it, taking turns, lad and I, spotting our favourite images in the embroidered panels, and then taking photos of them.
I am grateful to the Blackmore Vale branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild for a providing such a beautiful distraction.
I feel for you – hold hard.
So sorry Sharon … stay strong … sending hugs your way … Bee xx
We are looking after one another. Thank you for your thoughts. x
((hugs))
It’s a beautiful tapestry x
So sorry to hear this. Love to all of you. xxx
I’m sorry to hear this ~ sending love and courage to you all x
i’m so sorry to hear of your plight – my grandad recently had cancer too, although he’s been given the all clear it was a hard couple of months and I really feel for you. Sending my best wishes your way.
What a beautiful piece of work, it’s a lovely piece to have on display for visitors. I just wanted to thank you for posting this because I’m all the way in Finland and have been feeling a little home-sick for my home county of Dorset – it was nice to come across this picture.
What a difficult time. I’ll send peaceful thoughts your way. Glad that this lovely community creation was there to give your minds a rest.
I am so sorry that you have a loved one who is unwell. That is an amazing piece and a perfect place to have it too
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