Visitors to The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery this weekend will get to see the city's Spitfire like they've never seen it before - thanks to a local branch of the Women's Institute (WI).

Members of the Let's Make Jam WI have draped a blanket of hand-crafted poppies from the wing of the famous Spitfire. 

The display includes over 1,000 poppies in all shades of red and are made from wool, felt and paracord, sewn onto cargo netting and into a wreath. 

Last year, a large display was featured along the railings by the entranceway of the museum but this year the group have gone bigger than ever, moving inside the Spitfire Gallery itself. 

The poppies are made from a range of materials and sewn onto cargo netting (Let's Make Jam).

WI committee member Samantha Ward OBE, said: "The red poppy and Reginald Mitchell's Spitfire are both icons that immediately bring to mind the British fighting spirit and the bravery of our armed forces. 

"We're very fortunate to have this space in the heart of our community where people can visit in the run-up to Remembrance Day, feel proud of our local connection to such an iconic piece of military history, and take some time to reflect on the sacrifices that have been made on behalf of us all. 

"We sincerely hope that everybody who comes along to see the poppy cascade feels that it is a fitting tribute."

The display opens to the public on Saturday 21 October, and Let's Make Jam are inviting you to come along between 11am and 2pm to make your own origami poppy to add to the display. 

The activity is free and everybody is welcome. Members of the Royal British Legion armed forces charity will also be there to take donations in support of veterans and those currently serving.

The display opens to the public on Saturday 21 October (Nub News).

Stoke-on-Trent Armed Forces Champion, Councillor Desiree Elliott said: "This is a wonderful display that has been thoughtfully crafted. It's a poignant tribute that honours our history and the sacrifice of those who served.

"I'm really pleased and excited that this is happening in our city and I urge all our residents to visit the museum and experience the awe-inspiring City's Spitfire display. It's a fantastic opportunity for everybody to come together where we can all appreciate and learn from."

You can see the City's Spitfire poppy display in the Spitfire Gallery at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery from Saturday 21 October to Sunday 12 November.

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