An Enjoyable Meal

Yesterday evening we went for a delicious meal at Cockhaven Manor , Bishopsteignton.  It was a very enjoyable evening with a real buzz of conversation which stopped only when the food arrived!  The service was excellent and we were well looked after.  The desserts especially were very good!

A Fabulous Collection

At Craft Club this afternoon we were treated to an Exhibition of Angela Parkes' work - All Kinds of Sewing. There were patchwork quilts and jackets, all sorts of bags, stuffed toys, embroidery and cushions.  The range and variety of skills on display was absolutely amazing!

Fifteen people attended and we were all enthralled with Angela's creativity and skill.  As you can see from the pictures below, her work is exquisite.

Thank you Angela for sharing your pieces with us - it was a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon and we all left inspired.

Embroidered cushions and rabbit

Knitted clothing on a Christmas doll down to her knitted drawers

Stained glass effect

One of many beautiful patchwork quilts

Angela models a quilted jacket

Behind the Scenes at the Cenotaph Parade

On Tuesday at our monthly meeting we enjoyed a very interesting talk by Stewart Leach MBE about what happens behind the scenes at the Cenotaph Parade.  Stewart told us a bit about the background and history of this day.  He then talked us through the organisation required to make the parade run smoothly.  It was fascinating and really opened our eyes to just what goes on behind the scenes to make the day so effective.

After the talk, Stewart judged the competition entries - the brief was a handmade bookmark with a poppy theme.  There was as always a high standard as seen below.  Well done to our talented members!

HTWI at TAAG Exhibition Teignmouth

TAAG Centre Teignmouth 

Are holding an Exhibition “What’s on In Teignmouth”

11^th to 24^th January 2014

10am to 5.00pm daily

Higher Teignmouth WI have a display stall at this exhibition so why not pop along and see it.

Please support us if you can - this is a great chance to improve our local public image and to attract new members

TAAG Centre

4/5 Northumberland Place Teignmouth

i01626 779251

info@teignmoutharts.org

Wishing all our members a very happy 2014.

We are looking forward to seeing you all at our meeting on Tuesday 14th January at 7.30pm.  Stewart Leach MBE is coming to talk to us about his experiences behind the scenes at the Cenotaph Parade.

Our competition this month is a handmade bookmark with a poppy theme so do join us at the Richard Newton Hall.

Don't forget subscriptions for 2014 are due in January - £34.70.

We have got a fantastic Programme of Events planned for 2014 with some fascinating talks booked and our usual Soup and a Crust, Ploughman's Lunch, Cream Tea and Harvest Supper to mark the seasons.  There are many other events planned throughout the year but you will have to come to the meeting to find out all the details!

Look forward to seeing you next Tuesday 

Christmas Lunch at Dainton Golf Club

Members of Higher Teignmouth enjoyed a superb Christmas lunch today at Dainton Golf Club.  The company and the food were excellent and a good time was had by all!

Happy Christmas and see you all again at our meeting in January!

Christmas Party

A good time was had by all last night with excellent food and drink and lots of singing!

 Huge thanks to Angela and the catering committee for all their hard work.

Happy Christmas everyone!

IT'S CHRISTMAS

It's that time of year again - come and join us at our Christmas Party on Tuesday 10th December at 7pm.  There will be a return visit from Anthony Powell the popular local musician and everyone is bringing something to eat or drink so there should be plenty of opportunity to eat, drink and be merry!

Don't forget the Competition to wrap and decorate an empty box as if it is a Christmas present for someone special.  There will also be some Christmas themed goods on sale.

And also the Secret Santa - bring a present and take one away!

See you there!

Evening Meal at The Old Rydon

A group of us met up at The Old Rydon Inn on Tuesday evening for an evening of good company and delicious food.

Although the weather outside was freezing, we enjoyed the snug atmosphere of The Apple Loft and it was quite a shock to come out into the cold.

We organise meals every month - alternating lunch and evening meal - if you would like to recommend a restaurant, we always welcome any suggestions!




Do look out for these events and join us.  It is a great way to get to know fellow WI members better and an opportunity to try those dishes you would never try at home!

Spiral Rope Beading

Maureen Gleave ran an excellent Craft Workshop this afternoon showing us how to do Spiral Rope Beading.  This was tricky for some of us and great concentration and focus was needed to try to produce jewellery as Maureen does.

Examples of Maureen's work
  

We all gave it our best shot and the time just flew by!  It was a really enjoyable afternoon. A big thank you to Maureen for sharing her expertise and giving up her time to help us.  Great patience was required!

A Lighthouse Keeper's Story

It was very nearly full house last night at our November meeting when members and visitors listened to a fascinating talk by Gordon Partridge about his 22 years as a Lighthouse Keeper.

Gordon gave us a bit of the history of lighthouses in the UK - first introduced by Henry VIII - and followed the story from beacons through to the present day computerisation of lighthouses.

We were given a glimpse of the day to day living conditions of a lighthouse man as well as learning about the challenges and fun that Gordon had in his career.  It was an excellent talk - very entertaining and informative.  Thank you Gordon!


Our competition this month was to bring in an interesting seashell.  As you can see from the picture below, these came in all shapes and sizes!  Well done Betty for winning first prize!

Driftin' Away

Some of Angela's Driftwood Art

At the Craft/Social Club this afternoon, Angela Purnell gave a demonstration of the Driftwood Art she has created.  Angela showed us how she makes art from driftwood found on our beaches and impressed us all with how she creates such things of beauty from such simple and natural materials.

Angela's demonstration

About 20 members enjoyed the stimulating and creative demonstration and the opportunity to have a good chat with friends.

Many thanks to Angela for sharing her talents with us and to the members of the Craft/Social Club for their hospitality.

HARVEST SUPPER

Last night's Harvest Supper was a most enjoyable and successful evening.  About 45 ladies met up to celebrate the season with a delicious meal of goulash followed by apple pie.  The hall looked lovely.

And after much hard work and preparation behind the scenes, the meal was served.

Everyone enjoyed the food and afterwards Maureen had created a very difficult Harvest Quiz which was won by Pam Webb's table.  Anita Edgar also sold goods to raise funds for El Shaddai, a charity which helps Indian street children. It was lovely to see Cynthia Somerfield, our WI Advisor who spoke a few words to the group and welcomed our newest members, Cathy, Helen and Marian.

A huge THANK YOU to Angela and the Catering Team for such a great evening!