I've started toi make some pennants that'll be used as gifts to athletes 2012 London. I wondered if others in the UK ( & around the world) had heard about this project? I specially like it because 'big business' is not involved.
14000 pennants are needed!I've copied some blurb from the website.... hope I'm still ON topic with this post ... just passing on the info!!
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As a memento of their participation in the London Olympics we are undertaking a project to make a textile Pennant (or mini quilt) for each athlete of the Olympics, Paralympics and Special Olympics.
The project gives quilters, felt makers, embroiderers, cross stitchers, in fact anyone who sews (or not!), the opportunity to express their support, through the medium of fabric, fibre and stitch, and become part of the whole Olympic event in London 2012.
Pennants can be as simple or elaborate as you require, and they can be made by anyone regardless of their level of ability or age (children welcome). They can be made using any textile media - felt, fabric, cross stitch, embroidery, painted fabric, beaded - in fact anything. Please view our on-line Gallery for ideas.
They need to be A3 sized (42cms x 30cm) overall and suggestions and instructions can be found in "How to Make One" on our website...
Designs celebrating regional culture, history & heritage and regional textiles are welcomed. _________________________________________________________________________
best Anne H. in Epping England