Introduction to Free-Machine Embroidery
Tutor – Sarah Sewell of Wildgoose Designs
1/2 Day Workshop (10:00am – 1:00pm)
£55 to include all materials, equipment & tuition
Free-machine embroidery has been described by Kirsty Allsopp as ‘the crack cocaine of the crafting world!’ and I have to agree – it is VERY addictive!
Sarah’s workshop will introduce you to this fascinating art form – it can be described as drawing with your sewing machine.
This workshop is suitable for absolute beginners and you do not need to be ‘arty’! However, it is equally suitable for those with more sewing experience or artistic ability.
You will learn how to set up a sewing machine ready for free-machine embroidery and can have fun practising doodling and ‘writing’ onto fabric. Once you have mastered the basics, you will design and create your own framed textile picture using free-machine embroidery & appliqué techniques.
There will be a selection of fabrics available for you to use in your appliqué design, but you are very welcome to bring your own fabric if you prefer – a lightweight cotton or polycotton works best.
At the end of the workshop you will be able to set up a sewing machine for free-machine embroidery and have the knowledge to create your own textile art at home. You will also design, make and frame your own picture to take home – all included in the price!
Information regarding suitable fabrics and threads etc and where to buy them will also be given to you.
Course Highlights:
* Friendly, comfortable and well lit environment
* Small group to enable individual tuition
* All tools and materials/equipment are provided
* Generous table space
* Clear information and demonstrations from an experienced textile artist
* The course focus is always on fun and friendly creativity with lots of personal tuition from an experienced textile artist.
You don’t need to bring anything with you as all tools and materials/equipment will be provided. However, please do feel free to bring your own fabric scraps & photos or pictures to provide inspiration for your framed picture.
Hot and cold drinks will be available throughout the workshop.
The course costs £55.00 to include materials/equipment and use of tools
Starter packs containing everything you need (apart from a sewing machine & darning foot!) to create your own work at home, are available to buy at the workshops: 1 x reel of black Isacord 40 thread; canvas fabric – 1 x A3 piece; self-adhesive mountboard – 2 x A4 pieces; bondaweb – 1 x A4 size piece. £12 per pack (payable by cash or card at the workshop).
Class sizes will be limited to 6 people to enable individual tuition.
For inspiration see below for Sarah’s work.
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