ELAINE Cuzner gave a most enjoyable and inspiring demonstration on gift wrapping to the members of the Norley WI recently.

When asked, most members admitted that gift wrapping for them is more a chore than a pleasure.

Elaine showed that with imagination and a little guidance from her, poor gift wrapping could soon be a thing of the past.

The simplest tips she gave were that most people use too much paper, don’t fold it properly and use too much overlap.

The WI is trying to organise a workshop with Elaine so watch this space.

Dairy dates: May 20, Frodsham Community Centre, speaker Angela Oldham; May 21, Anglesey trip; July 8, Gawsworth Hall for the Centenary Celebration, cost £7pp for coach and £5 entry. August 11, Alpaca Farm 6.30pm, £8 including tea and cake; September 3-6, Centenary fair in Harrogate; September 19, Centenary Celebration, joint Crowton and Norley event; October 17, bursary outing to Victoria Baths and Rylands Library.

To celebrate the WI centenary the September meeting will be an open meeting, join us for the celebration and some birthday cake.