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About Julie Goucher

Genealogist, Author, Presenter, native Guildfordian, avid note taker and journal writer. Lover of Books, Stationery & History; Surnames, Butcher & Orlando One-Name Studies. Pharos Tutor for all One-Name Studies/surname courses as well as Researching Ancestors from Continental Europe.

Killerton House, Devon – Part Four – Quilts

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Julie Goucher

I particularly liked the Quilt on display, so much so, that I am going to share with you the photo yet again! There was simply something about this quilt that I enjoyed, so I was delighted to see when we … Continue reading →

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National Trust – Killerton House – Part Three

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Julie Goucher

Some of the big estates within England during earlier times had their own Chapel within the grounds. Killerton House was no exception and I was very keen to see it. Glimpsing the Chapel through the trees I love the design … Continue reading →

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National Trust – Killerton House – Part Two

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Julie Goucher

As we walked along to the chapel we could see these these statues of Urns, marking the pathway. What a wonderful way to remember the work and contribution of a loyal employee. Arthur Godfrey worked at Killerton for just under … Continue reading →

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National Trust – Killerton House – Part One

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Julie Goucher

Yesterday, making the most of the Autumn heatwave we headed over to Killerton House, owned by the National Trust. We have been there before, but a long while ago. The house looked smaller than I remember. There was some wonderful … Continue reading →

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Postcard Friendship Friday – Bowring Institute Bangalore India

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Julie Goucher

Submitted as part of Postcard Friendship Friday hosted by The Best Hearts are Crunchy

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Wordless Wednesday – An old Scrapbook

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Julie Goucher

Taking part in Wordless Wednesday

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Tea Cup Tuesday – Royal Commemoratives 1902

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Julie Goucher

Welcome to Tea Cup Tuesday. On Sunday night, as I sat down to watch the Antique Road show (broadcast by the BBC here in the UK), I was contemplating the next object for my Tea Cup Tuesday post. I have quite … Continue reading →

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Sunday Salon – Latest additions and musings…..

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Julie Goucher

A few weeks ago, I picked up a copy of the Homes and Antiques Magazine published here in the UK. There was an article on King Penguin books. I was intrigued, and much to my husband’s dismay I am contemplating collecting the … Continue reading →

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Creative Stitches & Crafts – Part Three

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Julie Goucher

The poetry in stitches exhibition was remarkable and hosted by the National Needlework Archive. All the material is of course copyrighted to those who made the amazing pieces on display. I was very taken with several pieces and my only … Continue reading →

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Creative Stitches & Crafts – Part Two

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Julie Goucher

This impressive collection of postcards were embroidered by the West County Embroiderers Group. 

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