The bunting – made out of various materials including old duvets and clothes as part of a ‘make do and mend’ theme inspired by the Occupation – is currently being stored in dozens of bags at the home of project organiser Megs Bailey after the deadline for contributions passed at the end of March.
It is set to go up along the Bridge and a large section of the Town seafront in the coming weeks, with plans for it to remain in place after Liberation Day into the summer months.
‘It’s been a huge effort to get to this point, I’ve probably had about six nights’ sleep since last summer when it all started,’ Mrs Bailey said.
Approximately 3,600m of bunting, with 14,400 flags and 320,800m of thread, have been used for the project, which has received support from the States’ Liberation Day organising committee.
Watch: Tom Porter caught up with bunting project organiser Megs Bailey
Fabric collection began last June, with individuals, schools, charities and even Lt-Governor Lt General Richard Cripwell all getting involved in the subsequent sewing and stitching over the course of the project’s nine-month duration.
About a quarter of a ton of fabric has been saved from going into landfill as a result.
With the bunting now ready to go, Mrs Bailey said some of it would be put up on the seaside of the Bridge, stretching from the Marine & General building to the clocktower.
A larger display is planned in Town, with the bunting set to span the seafront area between Salerie Corner and Albert Pier, including part of the harbour.
There will be 64 pieces on the Weighbridge Roundabout mast, while the bunting will also decorate Le Petit Train.
Mrs Bailey said special wire installations would take place to enable the bunting to be put up.
The names of those who contributed to the project are displayed on some of the flags, while contributors will also receive a commemorative badge to signify their role in the overall effort.
‘It’s been better than I ever imagined, I’ve met some amazing people and heard some really touching stories about the Occupation and Liberation,’ Mrs Bailey said.
‘Seeing it come to life in the next few weeks will be quite surreal I think, but I know how much effort has gone into it and I can’t thank everyone who’s taken part enough.’
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