FARMINGTON — Samples of Lawrence Wilber’s intricate works of cross-stitch are on display in the Ben Franklin Medical Library at Franklin Memorial Hospital.

Wilber, 88, a former Wilton resident and hospital volunteer who now lives on the coast, started cross-stitching after he retired from G.H. Bass and Co., where he learned to stitch the hand-sewn Bass Weejuns. After stitching for Bass for 30 years, he retired early but continued to work for Bass traveling to numerous countries all over the world for another 18 years, demonstrating how the hand sewing on the Weejuns was done.

To spend more time inside with his wife, he took up cross-stitching. Wilber said his wife liked to watch television, but he wasn’t content just watching and started cross-stitching, a passion that has spanned more than 23 years. His works have been displayed in various venues through the years.

This is the first display for the medical library, librarian Laura Lowe said. The public is welcome to come by the library to see the 12 pieces on display, which range in size from a rose broach to a large framed cross-stitched bride. Lowe expects the display will remain in the library window for the next few weeks.

The library, located next to the main reception desk, is open throughout the day for medical personnel and the public, Lowe said. She is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Friday.

The library contains a collection of health resources, including books, journals, pamphlets, videotapes and DVDs.

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