Knitting has been used by a group of volunteers to bring history alive. They have created detailed scenes from World War II for an exhibition on the life in that era.
Creative Tributes to Wartime Britain
Rosemary Fielder from Penrith joined the project, after participating in an earlier D-Day display. She wanted to participate again and gathered friends from Newcastle (UK), Sussex (UK), and Norway.
They carefully created a scene in which Winston Churchill visits HMS Exeter following its mission of 1940. It took patience and accuracy to knit tiny shoes that were no larger than a thumb.
Fielder describes the process as challenging but rewarding.
The “Longest Yarn 2 Exhibition”
The exhibition will begin on 26 March at Rheged Centre.
From the early war days until the end celebrations, the exhibition tells the tale of daily life in the World War II. The exhibition allows visitors to see how people coped with difficult times, including their daily lives, work, and everyday activities.
Fielder said that the exhibit left a deep impression on her when it was touring other areas. It is also a great resource for kids, because it teaches history in an engaging and creative way.
Supporting Veterans through Art
The proceeds from ticket sales will go to veterans causes such as Forces Veterans Afloat. The initiative converts canal boats to permanent residences for Post-Traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) veterans.
This unique exhibition of art, history and culture will be on display until the 28th April. Visitors have several weeks in which to enjoy this.
