SURFACES TO DYE FOR
Monday and Tuesday
11 and 12 May 2009

A fascinating workshop using print, stitch and dye.

For those interested in extending their experience of stitch, print and dye!

·	An experimental course using natural fabrics and threads, stitch, printing and dyeing.

·	Use simple print techniques to give pattern and resists to fabrics that can then be further embellished with stitch and dye.

·	Using white and natural fabrics add hand and machine stitch to create textural surfaces.

·	Experience the tingle of adding colour to beautiful printed and stitched surface texture and achieve a stunning result as well as understanding how dyes affect different fabrics.

PATTERN INTO STITCH
Monday and Tuesday
19 and 20 October 2009

On this workshop we will look at various pattern sources and use them to form new patterns using a variety of design methods.
These designs will then be worked into mixed media stitched cloths. The techniques could include both hand and/or machine stitching, free appliqué and the use of the embellishing machine where appropriate

PATCH, PIECE, LAYER AND EMBELLISH
Monday and Tuesday
7 and 8 September 2009

This is a workshop for beginners, and also for those with experience who wish to challenge their creative skills.
The techniques will be suitable for those working by hand and or machine. During the two days you will be constructing a fabric which can then be layered with other materials and then be embellished with appliqué, stitch and beads, buttons etc.
As part of the process you will also be incorporating paint, print and or stencil and be looking at finishing techniques such as cord and tassel making.
The outcome will be personal and could be a cushion front, a book cover, a hanging or a series of samples. The workshop offers the opportunity to explore ideas at all levels and to enjoy the richness and diversity textiles can offer.

INTRODUCTION TO SLASHING
Wednesday and Thursday
12 and 13 November 2008

A two day workshop to introduce you to the basic principles of slashing or ‘chenilling’. This straight forward technique can transform remnants and dress making off cuts into fabulously rich surfaces.
At the later stages of the workshop we will look at ways of developing ideas and techniques with further stitch, appliqué or collage techniques.
The main requirements are a sewing machine that you can drive in a straightish line, a good pair of scissors and some of that fabric that you have never quite got around to using but cant bear to throw away.