Introduction to Moyozashi Sashiko: History, types, with examples of the different types presented and explained. Marking up of the patterns using the tools and patterns provided. Explanation of how to stitch Moyozashi sashiko patterns with guidance on starting and finishing knots and how to achieve a clean result. If students do not complete their project …

Rob Jones – Zoom Workshop – Moyozashi (pattern) sashiko embroidery Read More »

Come and have fun making coiled rope bowls and scrap bowls. From plain cotton rope to silk wrapped fancy bowls, single colour delicate thread bowls to full colour scrap bowls. The techniques will be demonstrated and explained and you can make your own style, shape and size of bowls. Warning - these are addictive but …

Jann Thorpe – Workshop – Coiled bowls and decorations Read More »

This intimate online workshop offers a deep dive into the world of traditional hand embroidery, designed to inspire both beginners and seasoned stitchers alike. Together, we’ll explore the rich history and contemporary relevance of embroidery techniques, focusing on how and why we use them. Participants will be guided through the meditative rhythms of hand stitching, discovering embroidery as a …

Richard McVetis – ZOOM Workshop – Textures of Time: The Art of Hand Embroidery Read More »

Considering the theme of treasure, we will look at personal stories and memories and explore ways to capture them on a small textile piece. We will construct treasure boxes from cotton organdie in which to hide our treasured memories. Techniques used may include working with solufleece, machine embroidery and appliqué, fabric manipulation and some very …

Jenny Bennigsen – Workshop – Treasure Boxes Read More »

An experimental workshop to explore the character and qualities of paper and other found material as a surface for working. A focus on machine and/or hand stitching as an extension of mark-making, and various means of  manipulating, attaching and joining. Some of the methods are adapted from Japanese paper techniques such as Momigami, rub-crinkled paper …

Cas Holmes – ZOOM Workshop – Paper and Stitch Read More »