We are a group of approximately 18 ladies who meet regularly on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (except August) at the Pickering Recreation Club Hall (near the swimming pool)  from  10am until 3pm.

          Some time ago we became involved with Project Linus UK, an organisation which provides new, home-made, patchwork quilts to traumatised babies, children and teenagers. Project Linus originated in America in 1995 and started here in the UK in 2000 and covers most of the country. The quilts are a way of reaching out to distressed children by providing them with tangible evidence that someone cares and gives them the physical reassurance that comes with being snuggled up in a quilt that helps lift the spirit with the bright colours and cheerful patterns sewn into it. Our group liked the idea that the quilts would go to children in our area so we got busy stitching. Sizes range from 20” square to full size single quilts. In  March 2007 we handed over 30 quilts and having displayed our most recent quilts at the Ryedale Show, we are ready to hand over another batch.

          The meetings enable us to work on our own quilts; share ideas on other needle related crafts such as embroidery, beading, and knitting as well as the occasional instructional sessions. The group also  organises visits to craft venues and places of interest. If you are already into patchwork and quilting but with nobody to discuss your ideas or indeed new to patchwork and quilting but keen to develop and learn from other quilters why not pop in and see us. We currently charge just £2 for the session and you only pay when you attend. If you think you would enjoy joining our friendly group please contact the Beacon.