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Southend Seaside Stitchers Group of stitch, embroidery and textile enthusiasts meeting twice monthly in Westcliff-on-Sea, Esse

28/07/2026

At our Saturday 8th August meeting it is our great pleasure to welcome Helen M. Stevens with a talk entitled 'Embroidery - an art for all seasons'. Helen says 'Is just that. It is art which can capture both the turning of the year and the beating our our hearts.' 

Helen began her professional career as an art embroiderer in 1981. Commissions for the Palace of Westminster, Harrods, The Edith Cavell Hospital and an international reputation as a fine artist ensured that 10 years later her first book, the Embroiderers Countryside, was commissioned by David and Charles. By the time it was republished as the "Masterclass Edition" 15 years later, another 12 titles had been added to Helen's portfolio. Lovers of textiles, history and the countryside continue to be fascinated by Helen's unique style: a mixture of anecdotal and hands on enthusiasm! Helen is now turning her hand to writing novels, encompassing her love of embroidery and life in the 10th century.

Visitors welcome, £6 fee, cash only please.
Raffle, sales table and refreshments available.
1st Floor Hall, lift available.
1.45pm doors open, starts 2pm, finish 4.15pm.
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Our July Saturday meeting on Saturday 11th July Viv is going to lead us stitching this beautiful heart project.She has u...
30/06/2026

Our July Saturday meeting on Saturday 11th July Viv is going to lead us stitching this beautiful heart project.

She has used blanket and feather stitches, but you can adapt and use any stitches or even turn it into a name badge.

For this months Stitch Development we are looking at feather and fly stitches and their many variations.

Viv is bringing the felt and the brooch backs, you just need your sewing kit and. favourite threads.

1.45pm to 4.15pm, £6 for visitors.
Refreshments +raffle available.
Please note we can only accept cash.



We had a fantastic afternoon, welcoming back Anne Kelly to talk about her life as an artist.We heard about her inspirati...
14/03/2026

We had a fantastic afternoon, welcoming back Anne Kelly to talk about her life as an artist.

We heard about her inspiration, including nature, travel, her childhood in Canada, and re-purposeing old textiles - "don't be too precious" struck a chord with lots of us.

It was fascinating to learn about her method of working, and where her career has taken her around the world and to write books.

Thanks again for visiting
, and all the inspiration.

This is our (revised (programme for this year.Those interested in embroidery, stitching and textiles are welcome.Message...
27/02/2026

This is our (revised (programme for this year.
Those interested in embroidery, stitching and textiles are welcome.
Message for more details.

Exploring Textile Art through Personal NarrativeSaturday 14th March 2026, 1.45pm to 4.15pm.We are delighted to welcome b...
26/02/2026

Exploring Textile Art through Personal Narrative
Saturday 14th March 2026, 1.45pm to 4.15pm.

We are delighted to welcome back Anne Kelly to our group in March. Anne is an internationally collected artist, lecturer and writer. Her latest book "Abstract Textiles" was published by
last year.

"My Practice" artist’s talk will offer an insight into her creative journey as a textile artist. In this engaging presentation, Anne discusses the evolution of her artistic methods, influences, and the recurring themes within her work. She shares how personal narrative, memory, and social history shape her distinctive mixed-media pieces, which often combine embroidery, found objects, and layered fabrics. The talk provides an intimate look at Anne’s processes, shedding light on both the technical and conceptual aspects of her practice, and encourages dialogue about the role of storytelling in contemporary textile art.

Visitors are welcome, £6 cash please. First floor hall at Balmoral Community Centre, Salisbury Avenue, Westcliff-on-Sea. Lift available and car parking. Nearest bus stop, Howards Court.


14/02/2026

Our members have been working on their journal quilts that they started last month, woth the workshop by .janes.
Here is a small selection

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Balmoral Centre, Salisbury Avenue
Southend-on-Sea
SS07AU

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