We next meet on the 11th and 25th of May at Lydiate Village Centre. New members are very welcome as well as any visitors who would like to drop in to see what we do. John Jackson 526 2900
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News archive for the 'Glass Workshop' group
This month we will be meeting on the 20th and 27th of April at the Lydiate VIllage Hall. The work produced by our memebrs is of very high quality and I will endeavour to obtain some photographs of that work to illustrate the skill being demonstrated. As usual wwe extend a welcome to anyone who just wishes to come along and see what we do and maybe try their hand at soem basic glass cutting.
Frank Hornby
Next year will mark 150 years since the birth of Frank Hornby, (1863-1936) who was of course the famous manufacturer of Hornby Railways, Dinky Toys and Meccano and as many of you know lived in Maghull.
Last week Les French of the Hornby Trust gave a fascinating talk on the history of the Hornby empire and brought a number of very early and rare working models for us to admire. From humble origins Frank Hornby rose to become one of the most famous industrialists of his age. Les is keen to garner any personal reminiscences and memorabilia of the Hornby family which older members of the community might be able to provide. If you can help or know someone who can, please speak to Nigel Winchester who can put you in touch with Les.
Hornby Mosaic
Deyes High School are planning a mosaic for permanent exhibition at Maghull Railway Station to commemorate Maghull’s link with its famous former resident and would love members of the local community to participate in the project which will be completed in a short series of mosaic workshops to be held at the school beginning in March on Thursday mornings between 9 – 11am.
If you would like to take part, and perhaps learn a new skill in the process, please speak to Nigel Winchester (Tel.0151-526-4357)
There is a lot more about Frank Hornby at this website.
Window by Bob Jones
view from the pew
Over the last few months one of our group has been working well on a very special piece. Bob Jones is a member of the Waterloo United Free Church which is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Bob has constructed a window incorporating two Christian symbols which shape the figure 100. This imaginative piece of stained glass work is now in place in their place of worship. Members of the congregation have been high in praise of Bob’s work and are encouraging him to extend his work and create an even bigger window.
Bob is a good example of the talent that is being exhibited by our group the members of which are engaged on many pieces of challenging and tasteful designs. The vibrant colours of glass are enriching their homes.
Next meetings: Friday 10th and 24th of February and 9th and 23rd of March.
Venue: Lydiate Village Centre Lambshear Lane, Lydiate
In our new venue we have plenty of room to work on our various pieces of art. Visitors welcome. Come and see what we are doing.
In future we will be meeting at Lydiate Village Centre in Lambshear Lane. Our first meeting will be on the 30th of September and then after that the 14th and 28th of October.
We are moving as we have several new members of the group and there is a need for more room within which to work. There will be plenty of room at Lydiate to spread out and work on larger pieces. Anyone interested should just come along and see work in progress and then you can judge whether this is a new skill you would like to aquire.
We meet at 2.00 pm till 4.00
The Glass Workshop members will be mounting an exhibition on Tuesday 7th June during the Coffee Morning- this is a first – one to look forward to. They will be shattered if you miss it!
