Event overview
Experience a unique installation recreating a 1970s Caribbean front room and a week of free live making and crafting workshops with Goldsmiths designer, Rose Sinclair.
The arrival of Caribbean women on the Windrush in 1948 started a new story about how textiles travel and how knowledge and culture is recorded, preserved and shared.
To celebrate Black History Month, explore the spaces and practices of Caribbean women and the textiles they displayed in the front room.
We really want to hear about your textiles stories. If you have ever been a member of a Dorcas society or Dorcas club, or see yourself as a modern Dorcas maker, share your memories with us. #21stCenturyDorcasMakers
Crafters and makers of all abilities welcome!
WHAT’S ON
Wednesday 26 to Saturday 29 October 2016.
When I came to England
Pop in and share your textile stories with Rose in a photo booth open all week.
In the spirit of Dorcas
Help weave a piece of fabric that will become part of a unique, collaborative garment. Learn and share skills in the spirit of Dorcas clubs and societies.
WEDNESDAY 26 October | Open 9.30am-6.30pm
10am - 12pm | Workshop
Create smocked velvet cushion patterns over tea and biscuits.
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2dmGyNv
1pm - 3pm | Workshop
Learn how to ‘upcycle’ the humble pillow case into tops, trousers, or anything you like!
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2e57iBn
4pm - 6pm | Workshop
Morsbags pop- up: we will be turning unloved textiles into reusable shopping bags that we will give away to shoppers on Saturday, 29th October 2016.
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2dNvkOd
THURSDAY 27th October | Open 9am - 11am & 6pm - 8pm
9am - 11am | Workshop
Create smocked velvet cushion patterns over tea and biscuits.
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2et6eVX
6pm to 8pm | Workshop
Crafting evening: ‘Upcycle’ old shirts and explore the craft of crochet using a range of different materials and inspired by a Dorcas maker.
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2ekl1md
FRIDAY 28th October Open 9.30am -6pm
10am – 12pm | Workshop
Morsbags pop- up: see description above
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2e6R25f
1pm - 3pm | Workshop
Explore the craft of crochet using a range of different materials and inspired by a Dorcas maker.
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2eQjGGH
4pm - 6pm | Workshop
Learn how to ‘upcycle’ the humble pillow case into tops, trousers, or anything you like!
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2eF3yID
SATURDAY 29th October | Open 10am - 6pm
10am – 12pm | Workshop
Morsbags pop- up: see description above.
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2e6R25f
2pm-4pm | Workshop
Gaming, coding and crafting in the front room. Join Dr Phoenix Perry and Rose Sinclair for this workshop where textiles and technology collide.
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2dmHu4p
3pm - 5pm | Workshop
Create smocked velvet cushion patterns over tea and biscuits.
Booking and further info: http://bit.ly/2ek7i2i
5pm - 6pm | Morsbag giveaway!
We will be giving away the Morsbags made during the installation and reveal how many pieces of cloth it takes a community to make a jacket!
Dates & times
| Date | Time | Add to calendar |
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| 26 Oct 2016 | 9:30am - 6:30pm | |
| 27 Oct 2016 |
9:00am - 8:00pm Closed between 11am and 6pm |
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| 28 Oct 2016 | 9:30am - 6:00pm | |
| 29 Oct 2016 | 10:00am - 6:00pm |
Accessibility
If you are attending an event and need the College to help with any mobility requirements you may have, please contact the event organiser in advance to ensure we can accommodate your needs.
