Bunting for Peace: From Make Do and Mend to Street Parties

This August, join us at Erewash Museum for Bunting for Peace — a joyful and reflective community art project marking VE and VJ Day.

Together, we’ll be creating 50 meters of bunting using vintage, reclaimed, and recycled fabrics in classic red, white and blue, inspired by the spirit of 1940s street parties and the enduring message of “Make Do and Mend.”

Through free, drop-in workshops, you’ll be invited to sew, reflect, and celebrate — exploring what peace, joy, and community mean to us today. Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or have never picked up a needle, there’s something for everyone:

• Rag Bunting – No-sew, family-friendly fun

• Embroidered Flags – Slow stitching, applique & guided creativity

Your contributions will be displayed at the Wartime Variety Show on Friday 29 August 2025 and a section of bunting will be featured in the Museum’s “From Gas Masks to Garden Parties” exhibition opening in September. The bunting will live on as a reusable symbol of creativity and community at future museum events.

Workshop Dates & Times
Erewash Museum, High Street, Ilkeston, DE7 5JA

 Free entry | No booking needed | All ages welcome

• Friday 15 August – 11:00am–3:00pm
  (Collect sew-at-home packs at the evening Beacon Lighting event)

• Saturday 16 August – 11:00am–3:00pm

• Thursday 21 August – 11:00am–3:00pm

• Friday 22 August – 11:00am–3:00pm

• Thursday 28 August – 11:00am–3:00pm

• Friday 29 August – 11:00am–2:00pm
  Party Day & bunting reveal at the Wartime Variety Show

More Info:
www.everystitchastory.co.uk | laura_burrill@outlook.com