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 Come and celebrate International Women's Day, 8th March 2014
Come and be part of a 14 hour stitch - a - thon to celebrate International Women's Day


you're invited to:

White Ribbon Stitch - a - thon 2014

Come and stitch with your friends and family - young and old. Drop in anytime between 6 am and 8 pm

We are having a 14 hour stitch-a -thon on Saturday March 8th 2014 at Timeless Textiles Gallery. Drop in anytime between 6 am and 8 pm have a chat, a stitch and a drink- and add a stitch or two, an old button or any scrap of fabric to our ever increasing white ribbon.
This day will not only recognize the achievements of women in our community but also contribute to the campaign to end violence against women.
Stay and celebrate what has been been achieved in 14 hours with drinks and nibbles between 7pm - 8pm on Saturday 8th, launched by Nicola Henley, visiting fibre artist from Ireland.
The ribbon will be used to hang the Taking Needles exhibition..read more on this exciting show

All donations and sponsorship of participants will support White Ribbon Australia.
For more information - Event link :
No experience required. A stitch - a -thon leader will be on hand to assist you.
Stay and stitch for as long as you like - minutes or hours.
Women, men and children are welcome to participate.
White Ribbon merchandise will be available for purchase.

Venue: Timeless Textiles Gallery
7 Beaumont St
Islington
Phone 02 - 49616660
Contact Wilma Simmons or Anne Kempton 

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