Women’s Evening Fellowship                    Audrey Dowdeswell          

“Art-felt: sheep to chic”  was the intriguing title of the talk by Linda Moss. The technique of making felt is very ancient and Linda illustrated the process,    beginning with her own small flock of Soay sheep. These originate from St. Kilda, probably introduced by Vikings.

Their fleece is very soft (we handled some) and is plucked - hard work.  Lovely colours are produced mainly from Linda’s  “dyer’s garden”.  The felt and spun yarns are made into unusual and stylish bags, hats, brooches, etc.  A very interesting evening. The next meeting is June 12th with Gertie Kallin on “Jewish Way of Life”.

The summer outing is on 17th July (change of date).  We are going to theVictoria Baths.  Cost £16.  Coach leaves from above The Midland at 6.30 p.m.

Please  contact Meg Barley 427 4370  or Alison Allcard 427 5712,

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Moor End W.I.                                                                          Sheila Norbury

Robert Wood gave us a very interesting talk on crystals. Do we believe in their power?  Or is it mind over matter?  Who knows?  It is said some have healing powers, others release a force which creates a calming atmosphere.  Whatever works for you is fine.  They are made up of a colourful, natural, non-invasive substance.  Many of us are wearing or carrying crystals without even knowing their meanings.  Give them a try. You have nothing to lose!   

The lunch group went to Woodlands at Charlesworth, enjoying good food and company.

Our tea and friendship ladies had an excellent turn out.  Ring Sheila on 449 0282 for further details.

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    Mellor Church Women’s Evening Fellowship

                                                                                          Chairman

                                                                        Alison Allcard 0161 427 5712

Founded originally by Women attending Mellor Church, the meetings are now open to all who wish to meet together in fellowship. Its aim is to co-ordinate the many activities of women resident in the Mellor and Marple area; to stimulate friendship and to listen to talks and lectures of interest to the Fellowship members. Each year the Fellowship supports fund raising for a selected Charity.

The Fellowship has a Committee of nine members who serve for three years and from whom a Chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer are appointed. The officers should be communicant members of the Church of England.The Committee members during their time in office aim to provide a varied programme of events.

The group meet on the 2nd Wednesday in the month at the Parish Centre, Mellor.

The July meeting is normally an Outing to which family and friends are invited.  There is no meeting in August.

The current subscription is £10 for the year (visitors £1 per visit)