Join RIBA Learning for an afternoon of sewing and chat inspired by the unique surroundings of the People's Pavilion. Come along to meet new people or chat to an old friend, while you stitch some shapes, words, patterns or draw with thread. The fabric will evolve to represent the contributors and conversations that unfold.
For all ages, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advised, drop-ins welcome on the day.
Stitching Time is a travelling project that will visit several venues over the three year refurbishment of RIBA's iconic 66 Portland Place, London. RIBA Learning will ‘take the sew on the road’ to engage with the public and build a community of stitchers and contributors.
About the workshop facilitators
The workshop leaders are Lil Adams and Edie Parfitt. Lil is an artist, jeweller and educator, her sewing has been exhibited at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition multiple times and as part of immersive exhibitions with TRACES. Edie is an architectural designer with an interest in sustainability and collective learning.
Our RIBA Learning programme provides exciting opportunities for everyone to explore, question and celebrate architecture.
People’s Pavilion Community Festival from Beyond the Box
Community-led workshops, talks, live music and creative events at the People’s Pavilion 2025, in the green space in front of William Morris Gallery.
The People’s Pavilion, the pioneering initiative led by Beyond the Box, has returned to Waltham Forest in 2025, offering young Londoners a unique opportunity to co-design and construct a public pavilion at William Morris Gallery during its 75th Anniversary Year.
Bringing together 16 to 18 year olds from Waltham Forest and across London under the mentorship of leading professionals in architecture, construction, and the creative industries, the People’s Pavilion will be constructed during the first two weeks of August and will host the People’s Pavilion Community Festival, running through to Sunday 21 September.
