In Honour of Hugo by Pauline Burbidge
Our most creative moments can be born of difficult times. " In Honour of Hugo " is a quilt by Handi Quilter Ambassador Pauline Burbidge that demonstrates how arts and quilting can be therapeutic for the maker and for those who view it. The making of a quilt called “In Honour of Hugo”, made by Pauline Burbidge in 2023/2024. I made this quilt in honour of the late, great, Hugo Burge who lived at Marchmont House. He set up a foundation to help support “Makers and Creators”. The quilt celebrates Hugo’s life, energy, and generous spirit. His vision has transformed the Arts & Crafts in the Scottish Borders and beyond. The landscape of the Marchmont estate has changed and we begin to adjust to life without Hugo. This piece is no longer the same as its original commission, it has grown and emerged from what was in my mind. The image of the Oak Tree, Hugo’s favourite, has grown from collecting many leaves from around Marchmont, printing, drawing and making rubbings of them, and