Bewitching stitching

17/10/2026

It is over now! My presentation on ‘A Nineteenth century Irish appliqué coverlet- maker, history and social context’ was very well received at the British Quilters’ Study Group Seminar. The coverlet is from Ferns, Co. Wexford but was made in Ballywilliam, Co. Wexford around 1850’s-1860’s.

Some fascinating research being done to honour the makers of the most beautiful quilts, from previous centuries, in many places across the world.

A most enjoyable weekend after a lot of work over the past year or more finalising this research paper, which is due for publication next year in ‘Quilt Studies 2027’. research lovers quilt history

17/10/2026

It is over now! My presentation on ‘A Nineteenth century Irish appliqué coverlet- maker, history and social context’ was very well received at the British Quilters’ Study Group Seminar. The coverlet is from Ferns, Co. Wexford but was made in Ballywilliam, Co. Wexford around 1850’s-1860’s.

Some fascinating research being done to honour the makers of the most beautiful quilts, from previous centuries, in many places across the world.

A most enjoyable weekend after a lot of work over the past year or more finalising this research paper, which is due for publication next year in ‘Quilt Studies 2027’.

11/10/2026

You are all invited to the opening of this exhibition on Friday 16th October at 4pm in White’s Hotel. Opening being performed by Maura Bell .

28/09/2026

A busy day last Saturday morning. Great to see so many people attending this event.

21/09/2026

A very interesting morning last week American Museum & Gardens doing some research on quilts.

28/08/2026

24/08/2026

This looks like a great event on Culture night.

19/08/2026

Come and say hello tomorrow Thursday 20th August as part of Heritage week, at SigginstownCastle from 12-1pm.

10/08/2026

It has been a privilege to lead this textile related project, with 12 brave Souls healing our own grief, the collectives, our ancestors’ grief and beyond.

I commenced each week with a simple nervous system check-in, a shamanic practice/ritual for letting go heavy energy and emotions, followed by a poetry reading. I read from either ‘Loss’ by Donna Ashworth or a little pocket sized book called ‘Grief Therapy’ by Karen Katafiasz.Tea/coffee followed with scrumptious delights supplied by SigginstownCastle. We then stitched in harmony on a collective piece and a personal sewing project also. The weeks are flying by. Please come and join us at the opening on Friday 28th August at 11am.

Thanks to Women's Collective Ireland - Wexford for their support on this project and County Wexford Arts Office for funding ‘Artist in the Community’ Scheme. 🙏🏻

Healing Our Collective Grief — Textile Art Exhibition

We warmly invite you to join us for Healing Our Collective Grief, a very special textile art exhibition created through the shared creativity, stories and experiences of 12 women.

This project has brought the women together through making, reflection and connection, creating something truly meaningful and beautiful.

A very special thank you to Josephine Whitmore, the artist and visionary behind this project, guiding this journey.

We are also delighted that Jules Dollman will officially open the exhibition.

We would love for you to come, see the work, share in the stories, and celebrate the incredible journey of these 12 women.

Everyone is welcome; we’d love to see you there!

Please let us know if you would like to attend: bit.ly/WCI_TextileArtExhibition

This project was funded and supported by Wexford County Council as part of the Artist in the Community Programme.

County Wexford Arts Office Josephine Whitmore Bewitching stitching Women's Collective Ireland

04/08/2026

Home from an enjoyable few days at the Graduate Showcase, Festival of Quilts. Spoke to amazing people from all over the world. Time now to integrate the learning from the event. 😉