Exhibition
'Around and About The Real Kiwi Bach'
A display of fibre, felting, and flair by our members,
This relates to the textile display in the Suter Gallery,
208 Bridge Street, Nelson, by the Nelson Creative Fibre Group

The Suter Display runs from 2nd - 20th July 2008
Admission is free. Hours: 10.30am - 4.30pm every day
 

Traditionally, the Real Kiwi Bach reflects the 'she'll be right' attitude of old New Zealand.

All the old plates, cutlery, glasses, mugs,  furniture, etc. would be brought from home and set up in the bach. It did not matter a bit if things did not match. Faded curtains were quite acceptable, and as long as bedclothes were respectable, and there was plenty of food, beer, wine, warmth, and laughter, everybody was happy.

The tradition remains to this day, but demand has made some properties rather unaffordable!

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