Replicated as originally written for russellwebster.comIt goes against every instinct we have in the charity sector to be unable to provide support for the people who rely on us. Yet with guidance from the government becoming increasingly stringent in order to battle the COVID-19 crisis, we are all adapting the way...

“It is very humbling to be chosen for special commissions as it means Fine Cell Work has trust in me to do a good job. I am proud to contribute. The tiny details stitched with only black and white on black and white were demanding on both fingers and eyes....

 “I always feel very honoured to be chosen for special work - it’s nice to have variety and challenge myself to learn new methods of stitching. This commission was something special, mounted on a large frame, with two layers of fabric together. I did feel a little nervous to begin...

"Stitching a piece for Fine Cell Work is an art. It is the best way to express and process feelings for me – be they good feelings, like love or inspiration, or sad feelings, like broken heart and loneliness. Feelings overflow me, and stitching allows me to unload my heart...

“I’ve found as the years have rolled by that the more proficient I have become at stitching, the less of my conscious attention is required to keep on track. I enjoy the fact that stitching bespoke work requires more concentration because every piece is different so you have to adapt...