Alison Moger - Talk


We are all looking forward to our next event on Thursday 12th April 2018, when Alison Moger will be giving a talk about her work as a lecturer and textile artist. It starts at 7:30pm at The Kynance Hall, Mount Road, Dinas Powys Vale of Glamorgan CF64 4DT.    Visitors and new members always welcome.  For more information please contact the Guild.


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