STITCHES & STORIES | The Cowes Fringe Community Quilt Project
Schedule
Sat May 23 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
East Cowes Town Council | East Cowes, EN
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Celebrating 200 Years of Cowes’ Maritime StoryBe part of a unique community project as part of Cowes Fringe — helping to create a one-of-a-kind quilt celebrating 200 years of Cowes’ rich maritime history.
Led by Karen Robb from The Sewing Collective, who brings over 20 years of professional costume and fashion experience working across theatre and film, this creative workshop invites young people aged 0–18 to design and make their own fabric square.
Using sewing or fabric painting, participants can take inspiration from Cowes, sailing, the sea, and life on the water — letting their creativity bring the Island’s story to life.
Each square will become part of a larger community quilt, stitched together to form a lasting piece of art representing Cowes and its people.
£5 per square created
All materials for hand sewing and fabric painting will be provided
Participants are welcome to bring their own sewing machines if they wish
This is more than just a workshop — it’s a chance to contribute to a lasting cultural piece, created at Cowes Fringe and celebrating the Island’s heritage.
Once completed, the quilt will go on to be auctioned to raise funds for Mountbatten Hospice Isle of Wight, continuing its journey beyond the festival.
Come along, get creative, and help us stitch together the story of Cowes.
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Where is it happening?
East Cowes Town Council, Town Hall, York Avenue,East Cowes, Isle Of Wight, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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