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SUMMARY:Janice Botterill - ZOOM Workshop - ‘Home stitch Home’ (2 parts)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will run in 2 parts on Saturday 13th March 2027 10.00 am – 12.30 pm and Saturday 2oth March 10.00am – 12.30 pm \nUsing photographs and sketches of elements of your home as a starting point\,  this workshop will guide you through the process of designing\, constructing and embellishing an abstract fabric collage over the two sessions. We will be drawing and working by hand using simple embroidery\, darning and applique techniques to create a personal stitched response to your home or favourite room within it. \nWhile we stitch\, we will also look at examples of artists working within ideas of ideas of home\, neighbourhood and community. \nThis workshop is suitable for anyone with a basic knowledge of handstitching/embroidery – the focus is on encouraging participants to work at their own pace and develop their own creative approach \nSuggested materials and equipment: \n\nyour choice of base fabric\, for example calico\, linen or cotton (no larger than 30cm x 30cm)\na piece of batting or blanket\na contrasting backing fabric (optional)\na range of fabrics to incorporate into your collaged design (you may wish to include family fabrics or pieces gleaned from old garments)\nan assortment of threads in a colour palette of your choosing (we will be stitching by hand)\nbasting thread\nyour sewing kit to include: needles\, pins and scissors (you will be cutting fabrics as well as threads)\na notebook or sketchbook to plan and design your piece\npencils and pens for sketching and planning your design\na fabric pen or alternative method to mark your fabric (I prefer air erasable pens for small areas of stitching)\nan embroidery hoop or frame (optional)\n\nYou will also need to have some reference photographs or sketches of your home to work from. These could be on your phone\, tablet or printed out and could include an exterior view\, your favourite room\, place to sit or a particular ornament or item. You might also like to think about representing your home’s floor plan in some way. \nAbout Janice \nJanice Botterill is an artist\, writer and tutor. She uses the techniques and processes of traditional embroidery and darning to make drawings\, collages and quilts. Working towards a zero-waste practice\, she works with pre-loved\, repurposed or natural fabrics and threads. She prefers the slower\, quieter practice of hand stitching\, focusing on just a handful of signature stitches in her work.  \nShe is very interested in the crossover between textiles and other creative practices and in particular how contemporary artists\, collectors and galleries are blurring the traditional barriers between stitching and embroidery (often seen as domestic and craft techniques) and fine art practices such as sculpture\, painting and installation.  \nShe often combines her stitched work with writing and printmaking and is relearning how to use a vintage treadle sewing machine to expand her practice. She is a member of several South West UK textile groups and shares her enthusiasm and knowledge of embroidery and hand stitching through teaching and facilitating workshops. You can find her work and words on Instagram and Substack – just search for slowquietwork \nInstagram account – https://www.instagram.com/slowquietwork/ \n\nBooking Terms and Conditions:\nThe fee is non-refundable if you cancel (unless another person can take your place.)\nWe occasionally have a waiting list for a workshop and if that is the case your place would be offered to the next person on the list. If there isn’t a waiting list then you might know someone who could take your place. \nWith this in mind\, please let Bookings know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend.\nBookings queries please email bookings@texgroup.org.uk
URL:https://texgroup.org.uk/event/janice-botterill-zoom-workshop-home-stitch-home-2-parts/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Anne Brooke - Workshop - Hoop Hoop to Stitch
DESCRIPTION:A New Dimension in Textile Backgrounds \nReady to take your stitching to the next level—literally? Whether you are looking for a sequel to our Painted & Stitched session or you want a fresh\, experimental starting point for a brand-new project\, this workshop is all about structural depth. \nBy working with a double hoop setup\, we move away from flat surfaces and begin building a layered\, sculptural environment ready for your needle. \nBrief overview of the day. In the morning we look at the construction and assembly of our hoop in a hoop and begin to explore a range of painting and mark making techniques to address the issue of scary white fabric. In the afternoon we will continue to develop the background and begin to explore a range of stitching. Depending on how quick you stitch\, it is unlikely you will complete your piece on the day. But Anne will go through everything you need to know in the afternoon. \nMaterials – \nMust haves \n● Apron and gloves if you don’t want to get paint/inks on your hands (will wash off) ● Table cover (bin bag is ok) ● Hair Dryer (to dry piece as we go along) ● White cotton fabric 60CM X 60CM(not too thick) and pieces approx 20cm x 10cm (for sampling) ● 2 x embroidery hoop – 12 inch quilter hoop(this is deeper than an embroidery hoop) and 6 inch embroidery hoop. YOU ARE ABLE TO ORDER THESE FROM ANNE BEFORE THE WORKSHOP. Cost for both hoops £19\, payment for these are due when ordered. Details about how to order will be available early next year. \nWater pot\, palette and selection of brushes (household / artist etc) ● Any art materials you like using e.g. water colours\, inks\, inktense pencils/blocks (I don’t use acrylic) fabric paints or anything else you want to try out ● Test pot of emulsion\, I use white/pale grey but feel free to bring any others you have at home. ● Hand sewing kit. ● Any threads you may want to use\, I use machine thread and embroidery thread.(think of a colourway to work in on the day) ● Any buttons\, beads and embellishments you may want to add to your piece. \nAnne will have ● A selection of sample pieces for inspiration ● A range of brushes and hand made tools to try out ● Kitchen roll ● A hair dryer ● A range of art materials to use ● Tester pots of emulsion ● Threads ● A selection of embellishments ( to purchase on the day) ● Plus anything else I can think of. \nImportant Notice: Copyright & Intellectual Property We love sharing creativity\, but please note that all workshop materials\, handouts\, designs\, and unique techniques taught during the session are the intellectual property of Anne. ● Workshop Content: The project designs\, imagery\, and structural steps provided by Anne are for personal use only and may not be resold\, taught\, or redistributed commercially. ● Photography & Display: You are more than welcome to take photos of Anne’s samples and work for your own personal record an of course of your own progress and finished pieces! If you share your beautiful work on social media\, we kindly ask that you credit Anne as the workshop \nAbout Anne \nMy creative practice is all about connections\, journeys\, and memories that are anchored down in layers of paint and deliberate hand-stitching. \nI love how the quiet rhythm of the stitch can bridge gaps\, bind fabric or paper together\, and hold onto precious memories. For me\, every piece tells a story—it almost feels as if a small part of your soul becomes woven right into the work. \nWebsite: https://www.annebrooke.co.uk/ \nPlease bring your own lunch.  There will be tea / coffee and biscuits provided.\nNB.  All electrical equipment you bring to the workshop\, MUST have a current PAT certificate. \n\nBooking Terms and Conditions:\nThe fee is non-refundable if you cancel (unless another person can take your place.)\nWe occasionally have a waiting list for a workshop and if that is the case your place would be offered to the next person on the list. If there isn’t a waiting list then you might know someone who could take your place. \nWith this in mind\, please let Bookings know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend.\nBookings queries please email bookings@texgroup.org.uk
URL:https://texgroup.org.uk/event/anne-brooke-workshop-topic-to-be-advised/
LOCATION:Siddington Village Hall\, Congleton Rd\, Siddington\, SK11 9JR\, United Kingdom
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