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FABRIC MANIPULATION SKILLS: 1 (ONLINE)
(Tucks, English & American Smocking)
THIS TRAINING ROOM IS AVAILABLE NOW & YOU CAN BOOK ON WHENEVER YOU ARE READY.
(12 Months Access)
What/Who is this Training Room for?
This online Training Room is aimed at Textile and Art teachers who are either new to teaching GCSE/A Level or those who want to add to their resources, learning easy to teach textiles skills and techniques and create a sketchbook resource that can be used in the classroom by students. The techniques will be linked to relevant artists and designers and we will show a creative process from developed to refined ideas.
This Training Room is the 1st in a series for Fabric Manipulation Skills and covers Tucks, English & American Smocking techniques, as examples to show design development to final outcome. Each Course takes you through selecting a theme; How to then source primary and gives suggestions for relevant artist/designers to base the techniques on. It then takes you through developing initial ideas and learning first how to do and then further refine the techniques.
The Fabric Manipulation Skills Series:
Tucks, English & American Smocking
Slashing & Fabric Weaving
Shirring, Crashing & Heat Shibori
Ruffles, Gathering & Pleating
Shadowfolds, Paper & Fabric Manipulation
Inspirational Techniques for Restricted Resources: American Smocking; Shadowfolds; Paper Pleating, Paper Weaving & Paper Manipulation



What you will gain by joining the Fabric Manipulation Skills Training Room:
Working through each unit you will learn how to choose a strong and workable theme, find inspiration through selecting appropriate artists and designers and develop primary sources into refined samples.
You will gain:
An understanding of how to link themes, primary sources and contextual research of designers and artists.
Clear and visual presentations, in bitesize units, to enable better teaching in art textiles and D&T.
Clear and easy to follow short demonstrations on 'how to' do textiles techniques.
Exemplar ideas for textiles design development and practical strategies to create a higher challenge classroom.
Printable handouts of templates and step-by-step instructions for use in teaching.
Useful video links to exemplar work of others.
Guidance and info on other resources that could support your teaching.
Learn, practice and make constructed techniques samplers using both machine and by hand.
How to link these techniques to relevant artists and designers and take them forward in the design process.
Link these constructed techniques to refined ideas for final outcomes and use these ideas in a sketch book or poster to use as a classroom resource.
How this can be used by learners independently in the classroom
Understand how to develop knowledge of constructed techniques from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.



What is special about the Textiles Skills Centre Training Rooms?
The Textiles Skills Centre training room is an experience that delivers textiles skills, knowledge and understanding in bite sized units. It is a unique learning concept which allows you to learn at your own pace and still contribute, ask questions and network with other teachers through the training room discussion page.
Your curator is NICKY SIMPSON, a contemporary textiles artist, who has 12 years teaching experience, heading up Fashion & Textiles at Hillview School in Kent and a previous 22 year career as a print designer in the heart of London. She has also mentored many graduate trainees, taken workshops at the Knitting & Stitching show, volunteers as an art therapist and for the past 5 years, has been a workshop developer and leader for Textile and Art teachers on behalf of the Textile Skills Academy.



Advantages of joining the Fabric Manipulation Skills Training Room?
Work/study can be done at home as well as school
No need to be away from your lessons
5-6 hours of training in a one stop shop
No cover needed for your classes
No travel arrangements or costs
Best use of time: flexible access, revisit when needed, ready-to-use resources
Unlimited access to the training room for 12 months from date of booking, with handouts to download and links to other useful resources.
Nicky is always at hand to ask those nagging questions. Time and dates will be announced with the facebook course group and sent to you y email, with a request to join the session.



What Teachers are saying about the Training Rooms?
"I have completed this course this weekend and really enjoyed myself. I brushed up on some techniques I already knew, and can now see some new ideas for them. I really enjoyed the new techniques that I had shied away from before, as I thought they would be too tricky! The tutorial videos are very clear with great demos. Can't wait to experiment more."
"Wow, what a real treat your course is. AMAZING work.Would be super for any teacher, experienced or NQT. And a great place to share ideas and create a bank of ideas. You are offering so many resources for the money people will be paying. An absolute bargain at that price. I have thoroughly enjoyed working through the course."
"Just a quick email. Started the course this morning. Doing honey comb unit this afternoon. So far extremely informative. Easy step by step instructions with clear delivery."
"Hi, just completed the Online Constructed Skills course and really enjoyed making the samples. Have brushed up on a few skills – (the tucks) and have learnt new ones with the smocking, I have always wanted to try it but thought it might be too complicated. Just love the lattice – now I have that under my belt, I will be researching a few more techniques."
"I've just completed an online Constructed Textiles course with the Textiles Skills Academy and I'd like to recommend it to anyone that teaches Art Textiles. I've wanted to attend one of their courses for a while now and with lock down I have managed to succeed. Its a great course! Full of help sheets, video tutorials and samples to make BUT best of all is that as its taught by teachers so it links perfectly to GCSE and A level AOs. I can't wait to get back into the classroom to share my new skills."
"Thanks so much for today’s Zoom session, it was great to end the course with some live action 😁. I didn’t join in the conversations as I’m an art technician rather than a teacher. We don’t teach textiles at my school so when students want to use textiles they come to me. I’m really loving the techniques. I’ll sign up for the next one after half term." Sarah



Terms and conditions
Your ticket is not refundable or exchangeable once you have enrolled on the course. You can register and join at any time. 
Once registered, teachers will be given UNLIMITED access to an on-line training room and all the resources for 12 months. Training provides videos of each presentation and handouts to download, demonstration videos for each technique, templates and images that you can use within school, links to further information and useful resources. It is your ONE STOP SHOP!
What do you need to gain access to the training room?
To access the training room you will need a Facebook account and access to the internet. The training can be accessed on a mobile device, tablet or computer.
To gain access to the Training Room after booking, you will be sent an order confrmation email which will have your link to the Training Room. 
Click on the link and once in the Training Room you need to request to join. You will be asked 2 questions before being given access: 
Your Full Name.
Agree to TSC rules, Terms & Conditions
Link to T&Cs: https://www.textilesskillscentre.com/online-course-tandc/



The Fabric Manipulation Skills Training Rooms are developed by Textiles Skills Centre
This Training Room is one of a series developed on Fabric Manipulation Skills.
Visit our website for more online courses and other events: https://www.textileskillscentre.com/online-events/
The Textiles Skills Centre also manages the Facebook Closed Group for teachers. To join the closed group go to: TEXTILE TEACHERS CENTRE

Textiles Skills Centre

Textiles

Arts & Crafts

Fashion Crafts

An online Training Room for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Textiles for both Art & Design and D&T. 

Fabric Manipulation Skills: 1 (Online On-Demand Course)

General admission




ONLINE COURSE 
FEES: FULL COURSE £55 (+ Cademy Fees)
NB This course is available to anyone at any time. 



Join Textile Artist NICOLA PERREN for a Creative Exploration of Drawing for Textiles
No need to be a confident drawer—just bring your curiosity for art, textiles, and creative expression!
This inspiring course uses drawing as a playful, hands-on process, blending traditional materials with textile techniques to spark experimentation and design thinking. You’ll explore DIY tools, unconventional materials, and reflect on how drawing can be a powerful, personal tool in your creative practice.



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is suitable for anyone, from those new to textiles, through to experienced makers who want to explore or refresh ways of thinking. You may be a teacher or lecturer looking to recharge your creative batteries, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or maybe outside of formal education and fancy trying something outside of your usual remit.



WHAT TO EXPECT:
This approach to creativity focuses on a playful and ‘what if’ method of developing ideas for future designs or art directions through drawing. Mark-making, form creation, repetition and colour trials will be used as a basis to explore drawing through patchwork, weaving and hand stitched quilting. While you may choose to develop ideas onto ‘finished’ artefacts, drawings or designs, the series focuses on ideas generation as a part of the whole creative process.
We spend so much time thinking through ideas to completion, often before we even put pen to paper. What might happen if we think through such things while actually engaging in making, playfulness and ‘just doing stuff’ so, that we build an engaging and rich resource of research? Drawing can also be a challenge that brings anxiety, but a free approach to what might constitute drawing can often release those super exciting but unexpected ideas – that frequently never surface when we are rigid in our thinking.

 



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
While we may have a host of glorious materials and tools available to us, this course will focus on using more every day and accessible materials with extensions suggested as to how ideas may evolve with a broader range of medium etc. In terms of fabrics and threads, it can be with scraps that you have available, old items of clothing or cloth and yarn that has been bought specifically for this.
Key items may include the following: (detailed list will be supplied once you sign up)
General drawing materials: 
Pencils
Pens
Paints and/or inks
Pastels
Tapes
Glue
Tools: 
Scissors
Brushes
Sewing needles [various sizes]
Palette
Water pot
Grounds: 
Loose papers – various from scraps to cartridge paper
Sketchbook for recording
Documenting and working in
Fabrics [scraps + 1/2m plain fabric]
Light weight card.
Other: 
Tapestry frame / old picture frame or piece of thick card
Various yarns and other yarn type materials such as cloth strips
Old plastic bags etc.
Sewing threads.
Good additional options: 
Scalpel,
cutting mat,
ruler,
fabric glue stick [I like the Sewline one]

 



PROGRAMME:
Once you have signed up to the full course, you will have access to a full materials list and a video to help you prepare before you join a session, this will include information about colour and potential subject choices which you can take as a starting point or, ignore and focus on a subject / colour story of your own choosing.

PRE-COURSE MATERIALS:

A] Confined drawing video. 
B] Pre-session planning. This video should be watched before you start the course to help you prepare and gather the things you will need. 

SERIES PROGRAMME:
Session 1] Mark-Making & Colour Thinking.
Session 2] Repetition of Form; but not repeats.
Session 3] Forms through Patchwork; DIY EPP.
Session 4] Tapestry as Textural Play.
Session 5] Quilting as Line & Surface Exploration.
 



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Each session will have a core focus that can be explored in isolation or as part of an overall series of activities. 
Understand a creative, action-based approach to research and ideas suitable for further development [for a design or, arts-based direction].
Develop confidence and enhance your skills in drawing as a tool for textiles.
Explore the pairing of both traditional and experimental approaches in a creative textile orientated practice.

Drawing

Stitch

Weaving

Creative Design

Designer

Quilting & Patchwork

A Level Art & Design

5 Week course using drawing as a process to play with both traditional materials and textile processes, to develop playfulness and experimentation as a tool for design and art directions.

Drawing for Textiles: 1 

General Admission

ONLINE ON-DEMAND COURSE 
Series 3: Experimental Image Making
FEES: FULL COURSE £55

NB This course is available to anyone at any time. 



Join Nicola Perren of Perren Studios for a new set of classes in the Drawing for Textiles series. The 3rd of the series will see us explore and expand our approaches to drawing based on a subject matter of your choosing. With an experimental approach to image-making we will explore materials, composition, creating drama and the secretive art of gouache paint. Finally, we will explore hand applique as a direct translation of our drawings and, as a drawing process in itself.



If you have completed the first two of the series, that is great. The 1st one will have connected drawing to textiles very clearly, the 2nd will have given you scope to expand your source materials and inspiration. While I recommend you do these, the 3rd in the series will also work very well on its own.
With a focus on drawing, we will continue to question the properties of textile materials whilst generating a portfolio of drawings suitable for a new design collection and textile developments. Using experimentation, restriction, abstraction, play and sensory observation, we will aim to create a dynamic portfolio of work that reflects a personally chosen colour palette.







COURSE OVERVIEW:
Sometimes, we miss that vital stage between initial drawn studies or notes and the final designing process, the 3rd in this series of Drawing for Textiles will be about exploring drawing and image-making. It will be experimental, playful, engaging and colourful.



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is suitable for anyone, from those new to textiles, through to experienced makers who want to explore or refresh ways of thinking. You may be a teacher or lecturer looking to recharge your creative batteries, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or maybe outside of formal education and fancy trying something outside of your usual remit.
You may have already completed series 1 or 2, if so, it is great to have you back on board but equally, this course can be completed without having done the previous series.



WHAT TO EXPECT:
The focus of this course will be on the creation of images and drawings that can stand alone in a project’s development and / or be the inspiration for translation into design and textiles. We will explore composition, abstraction and drama with a hint of expressiveness.
Aside from learning about hand stitched applique, you will also learn about stretching paper and how to work with Gouache paints.
You will select a subject matter of your own choosing, if you have done the 2nd in the series – you may want to use your artefacts to draw from. I recommend a format of drawing from a still life for this series and we will discuss how to make your still life dynamic and visually engaging, if you prefer however, you can draw from secondary sources. I will provide colour story options or, you may choose a story of your own. If you can have these items prepped before starting the units, that is helpful – but not a requirement.
This course is taught over 5 units, each unit is presented with a collection of recorded tasks, materials required and a short presentation that introduces the concepts for that unit. With the launch of the course, there will also be the opportunity to join any of the weekly live online evening sessions.
My way of teaching is relaxed, and I am told engaging, so while you will find plenty of opportunities for learning and considering different approaches, it is also enjoyable and can be completed according to your own timescale, energy and needs.




WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
This course does make use of a wide range of materials and tools, as with all my teaching, I offer alternatives to what I am doing in the class. You can do this course often with items you may already have around the house / in the garage but equally, you can by items specifically for the course. 
Below is a list of key items that I will use [in bold] and alternatives you may consider, it is all optional [detailed list will be supplied once you sign up].
I suggest you gather materials that link to your chosen colour story, if you do not have these – do not worry, but it is helpful.
General drawing materials: 
Pencils
Pens
Inks
Tapes
Glue
Bleach
Tools: 
Scissors
Brushes
Scalpel / craft knife
Cutting Mat
Ruler
Drawing board [if stretching paper]
Big water pot
Iron + board or mat.
Sewing needles
Grounds: 
Loose papers – various from scraps to cartridge paper
Cartridge paper
Sketchbook for recording / documenting work in
Paints:
Designer Gouache [Winsor & Newton, Daler Rowney, Schmincke] – NOT acrylic gouache. These paints are not particularly cheap and so my preference is to buy a few selected tubes according to the colours of the current project rather than a selection box with shades I will not use.
Textiles: 
Fabric and a selection of pieces about A4 size suitable for appliqué.
Sewing threads – general haberdashery items.
Fabric glue stick [optional]
A fusible interfacing – I use Floriani Stitch’n’Wash, Tearaway Fusible




PROGRAMME:
Once you have signed up to the full course, you will have access to a full materials list and a video to help you prepare before you join a session, this will include an approach to starting the project i.e., gathering visual references, selecting a colour story, stretching paper. You will have access to all 5 units in this program and there is also access to a few free additional sessions.
PRE-COURSE MATERIALS:
A] Pre-session planning. This video should be watched before you start the course to help you prepare and gather the things you will need. 
SERIES PROGRAMME:
Session 1] Abstracting the Mark.
We will jump straight into image making with a focus on mark-making and consideration of the non-white ground and your chosen colour story.
Session 2] Composing an Image.
Considering our chosen subject matters, we will explore compositions that engage the viewer and are perhaps unexpected.
Session 3] Gouache De-Mystified.
We will learn about designer gouache paint and a few different approaches to its use – all whilst developing our image-making folio.
Session 4] Added Drama.
Working with a range of media, we will add a touch of the theatrical to our drawings – this will be a messy session.
Session 5] Applique as Drawing.
We will learn about hand-based applique methods and will work towards a new image that utilises textiles as the core medium [with a little bit of a drawn materials intervention].



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Each session will have a core focus that can be explored in isolation or as part of an overall series of activities. 
Understand a creative, action-based approach to research and ideas suitable for further development [for a design or, arts-based direction].
Develop confidence and enhance your skills in drawing, in its widest sense, as a tool for textiles.
Explore the pairing of both traditional and experimental approaches in a creative textile orientated practice.

Art Teacher

A Level Art

2D Design

Teacher Training

Drawing for Textiles 3 : Experimental Image Making 

ONLINE ON-DEMAND COURSE
Series 2: Textile Artefact Making as Resource & Drawing.
FEES: FULL COURSE £55
NB This course is available to anyone at any time. 



Join Nicola Perren of Perren Studios for a new set of classes in the Drawing for Textiles series. The 2nd of the series will see us explore and expand our resources in a fun, creative drive to engage with drawing for textiles as part of the design process. 
You do not need to have completed the 1st in the series to join in. You will select a subject matter of your own choosing and we will move off the flat surface of the page to create our own 3d artefacts. These can be used as elements to explore later on paper but more often emerge as observational drawings in themselves.

 



COURSE OVERVIEW:
We often find ourselves drawn to familiar subject matters and as a result, outcomes can start to become predictable. This course will see us not only making our own resources but also consider the act of making 3d resources as a drawing and observational process in itself. We will explore the abstraction of self-selected subject matters in a way that is mindful of a textile practice in order that we can promote outcomes that are unexpected, engaging and playful.



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is suitable for anyone, from those new to textiles, through to experienced makers who want to explore or refresh ways of thinking. You may be a teacher or lecturer looking to recharge your creative batteries, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or maybe outside of formal education and fancy trying something outside of your usual remit.
You may have already completed series one, if so, it is great to have you back on board but equally, this course can be completed without having done the previous one.



WHAT TO EXPECT:
The focus of this course will be on the creation of 3d artefacts that will be inspired by our own visual references i.e., drawings, photographs, objects. With a playful and experimental approach, we will consider form, scale, texture and line in the development of artefacts made from both soft and hard materials.
Making textiles, is so often about working ‘in space’, whether it is crochet, loom weaving, machine embroidery, tufting or even print making. When we draw on paper in more traditional ways, we can often cut straight to final designs and avoid the expressive, fun and trials that can emerge through drawing. By exploring drawing as a 3d mode, can engage with the more unusual and allow us to explore material properties, movement and the special qualities so often linked to textiles themselves.

 



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
This course does make use of a wide range of materials and tools, as with all my teaching, I offer alternatives to what I am doing in the class. You can do this course often with items you may already have around the house / in the garage but equally, you can by items specifically for the course. 
Below is a list of key items that I will use [in bold] and alternatives you may consider, it is all optional [detailed list will be supplied once you sign up].
General drawing materials: 
Pencils
Pens
Inks
Tapes
Glue
Tools: 
Scissors
Brushes
Sewing needles [various sizes]
Scalpel / craft knife
Cutting Mat
Ruler
Grounds: 
Loose papers – various from scraps to cartridge paper
Sketchbook for recording / documenting work in
Textiles: 
Fabric scraps and a few pieces about a4 size.
Felt [craft squares]
Various yarns and other yarn type materials such as cloth strips
Sewing threads – general haberdashery items.
Sequins / beads etc
Stuffing [can be old fabrics, old stuffing from a cushion, even paper]
Wire:
Various wires [can just have one type] suggest between 0.5 – 3mm, can be modelling wire, garden wire, floristry wire, recycled from cables, pipe cleaners etc
Wire cutter
Wire pliers
Soft materials:
Plasticine
Air dough [ https://www.livemoor.co.uk/products/air-dough-200g-pots?variant=41847215030459 ] You can buy this in various colours, but I tend to stick to the white as you can draw / paint onto it…
Play dough
Blue / white tac
Air dry clay
Fimo
Moulding icing
Tools to help mould items i.e., sticks, knives, knitting needles etc.
Hard materials:
Balsa wood [I use flat panels as well as the other formats]
Cardboard [upcycled]
Mount board
Glue suitable for material type [above] that you are using
And / or tape

 



PROGRAMME:
Once you have signed up to the full course, you will have access to a full materials list and a video to help you prepare before you join a session, this will include an approach to starting the project i.e., gathering visual references, creating some initial observational drawings [you may already have a project in the past you want to revisit or, want to start with something new]. 
In Series One, we worked with a particular colour story, for this series of classes, it is up to you if you want to use a colour story I provide, create your own or, like me keep colour simple and work with a monotone approach.

PRE-COURSE MATERIALS:
A] Pre-session planning. This video should be watched before you start the course to help you prepare and gather the things you will need. 

SERIES PROGRAMME:
Session 1] Drawing to Build.
Starting out drawing as form, we will then move on to lift the line off the page and into 3d. Twisting, binding, wrapping, folding and adapting will be key.
Session 2] Organic and Pliable.
Working with malleable materials, we will explore textural qualities and consider the potential of multiples.
Session 3] Geometric Structures.
Being mindful of edges, negative space and construction, we will explore our source subject with relatively hard materials.
Session 4] Soft Form Stitch.
Working with textiles as a material, we will explore the potential of stuffed forms stitch as a drawn observation.
Session 5] Drawing our Artefacts.
Observation and dramatic approaches are used to view, understand and explore our new library of visual resources.
 



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Each session will have a core focus that can be explored in isolation or as part of an overall series of activities. 
Understand a creative, action-based approach to research and ideas suitable for further development [for a design or, arts-based direction].
Develop confidence and enhance your skills in drawing, in its widest sense, as a tool for textiles.
Explore the pairing of both traditional and experimental approaches in a creative textile orientated practice.

Drawing For Textiles 2 : Textile Artefact Making

INTRODUCTION TO FREE-HAND MACHINE EMBROIDERY + NICKY SIMPSONONLINE&nbsp;ON-DEMANDFEES:&nbsp; FULL COURSE &pound;35<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">WHAT THE COURSE IS ALL ABOUT:A great new introductory course lead by textiles artist NICKY SIMPSON. This course introduces you to free-hand machine embroidery, an exciting and creative textile skill. During the course you will learn how to draw/paint with stitch, just as a fine artist uses paint, using your hands with free motion. Release your creative spirit using your sewing machine!<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:This short course is suitable for anyone, and especially for those new to textiles. You may be a teacher wanting to up-skill, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or anyone who would like to be more creative with their sewing machine!<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">WHAT TO EXPECT:This is a comprehensive course which offers a series of 6 short video tutorials, where you can practice alongside Nicky, working at your own pace. Each video can be paused and rewound. There are also step-by-step guides which have health &amp; safety, tips and trouble shooting.&nbsp;Video Tutorial 1: Introduction &amp; Equipment Video Tutorial 2: Feed Dog &amp; Presser Foot Video Tutorial 3: Your Design Video Tutorial 4: The Hoop Video Tutorial 5: Preparation Video Tutorial 6: Get Sewing<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">WHAT YOU WILL NEED:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">8&#39; Wooden hoop</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Piece of cotton fabric to use for your design</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Glass head pins</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Reel of thread</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Template of rose design</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Sewing machine with free hand capacity (the dog feed lowers with a drop feed lever)</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Darning foot/quilting foot&nbsp;</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Fabric: You need a cotton based, cut a shape bigger than your hoop size.</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Fabric scissors</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Thread: Colour of your choice.</li></ul><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">LEARNING OUTCOMES:<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Learn and practice a new and exciting skill.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Develop confidence and enhance your skills using a sewing machine as a drawing tool.</li></ul>

INTRODUCTION TO FREE-HAND MACHINE EMBROIDERY + NICKY SIMPSON
ONLINE ON-DEMAND
FEES: FULL COURSE £35



WHAT THE COURSE IS ALL ABOUT:
A great new introductory course lead by textiles artist NICKY SIMPSON. This course introduces you to free-hand machine embroidery, an exciting and creative textile skill. During the course you will learn how to draw/paint with stitch, just as a fine artist uses paint, using your hands with free motion. Release your creative spirit using your sewing machine!



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This short course is suitable for anyone, and especially for those new to textiles. You may be a teacher wanting to up-skill, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or anyone who would like to be more creative with their sewing machine!



WHAT TO EXPECT:
This is a comprehensive course which offers a series of 6 short video tutorials, where you can practice alongside Nicky, working at your own pace. Each video can be paused and rewound. There are also step-by-step guides which have health & safety, tips and trouble shooting. 
Video Tutorial 1: Introduction & Equipment
Video Tutorial 2: Feed Dog & Presser Foot
Video Tutorial 3: Your Design
Video Tutorial 4: The Hoop
Video Tutorial 5: Preparation
Video Tutorial 6: Get Sewing



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
8' Wooden hoop
Piece of cotton fabric to use for your design
Glass head pins
Reel of thread
Template of rose design
Sewing machine with free hand capacity (the dog feed lowers with a drop feed lever)
Darning foot/quilting foot
Fabric: You need a cotton based, cut a shape bigger than your hoop size.
Fabric scissors
Thread: Colour of your choice.



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Learn and practice a new and exciting skill.
Develop confidence and enhance your skills using a sewing machine as a drawing tool.




YOUR TRAINER:





Sewing

Sewing Machine

Free Motion & Machine Embroidery

Embroidery

Machine Embroidery

A short online introductory course to free hand machine embroidery with Nicky Simpson

Intro To Free Hand Machine Embroidery (Online On-Demand)

Celebrate Chinese New Year and the year of the tiger with this special Amigurumi crochet-along.
Tigers are symbols of strength, courage and perseverance and you certainly need some of that character when it comes to small scale crochet!
Tallulah is crocheted continuously in the round, and almost in 1 piece. You'll only need some basic crochet stitch know-how (US terms) and I'll show you some sew as you go techniques so any dodgy stitching and finishing gets hidden secretly inside. There are a couple of fiddly elements to this make, but nothing a determined tiger can't handle! She can be made into a fridge magnet, a brooch or a key ring if you like too!
This workshop takes place online so you will need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. Some crochet skills are essential but it's also great for adventurous beginners interested in this style of crochet and anyone else who wants to join in.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
<ul>
<li>a 2.0mm crochet hook*</li>
<li>4 ply or fine double-knit yarn**</li>
<li>a stitch marker</li>
<li>3mm black bead</li>
<li>3mm white sequins (optional)</li>
<li>toy filling</li>
<li>a big eye and a fine eye needle</li>
<li>matching threads</li>
<li>scissors</li>
<li>a cuppa tea and a biscuit</li>
</ul>
*Don't worry if a 2.0mm crochet hook fills you with absolute dread - you can make the same tiger with a larger hook and chunkier yarn.
**I used Drops Soft Tweed in 18 Carrot Cake and Sirdar Haworth Tweed in 907 Rydale Russet for my tigers and some odds and ends for features. You won't need too much of anything so ideal for using up yarns you happen to have.

Celebrate Chinese New Year and the year of the tiger with this special Amigurumi crochet-along.
Tigers are symbols of strength, courage and perseverance and you certainly need some of that character when it comes to small scale crochet!
Tallulah is crocheted continuously in the round, and almost in 1 piece. You'll only need some basic crochet stitch know-how (US terms) and I'll show you some sew as you go techniques so any dodgy stitching and finishing gets hidden secretly inside. There are a couple of fiddly elements to this make, but nothing a determined tiger can't handle! She can be made into a fridge magnet, a brooch or a key ring if you like too!
This workshop takes place online so you will need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. Some crochet skills are essential but it's also great for adventurous beginners interested in this style of crochet and anyone else who wants to join in.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
a 2.0mm crochet hook*
4 ply or fine double-knit yarn**
a stitch marker
3mm black bead
3mm white sequins (optional)
toy filling
a big eye and a fine eye needle
matching threads
scissors
a cuppa tea and a biscuit
*Don't worry if a 2.0mm crochet hook fills you with absolute dread - you can make the same tiger with a larger hook and chunkier yarn.
**I used Drops Soft Tweed in 18 Carrot Cake and Sirdar Haworth Tweed in 907 Rydale Russet for my tigers and some odds and ends for features. You won't need too much of anything so ideal for using up yarns you happen to have.

Sew Silly Lily

Crochet

Celebrate Chinese New Year and the year of the tiger with this special Amigurumi crochet-along - Tallulah the Tiger!

Crochet-Along | CNY Tallulah the Tiger (Amigurumi)

I always think it's amazing what you can do with just 1 crochet stitch, a couple of basic techniques and a couple of hours. And that's pretty much all you'll need to crochet this Rosebud Card Case.
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This workshop takes place online so you will need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. Great for adventurous beginners looking to develop their crochet, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
<ul>
<li>a 4.0mm crochet hook</li>
<li>aran weight yarn*</li>
<li>other aran weight or double-knit yarns for decorative details*</li>
<li>a stitch marker</li>
<li>a big eye needle</li>
<li>scissors</li>
<li>a cuppa tea and a biscuit</li>
</ul>
*I used Scheepjes Cahlista (Scarlet) and Rico Creative Cotton Aran (Black) as my main yarns and some other double knits I happened to have. You won't need too much of anything so ideal for using up odds and ends from your yarn basket.
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I always think it's amazing what you can do with just 1 crochet stitch, a couple of basic techniques and a couple of hours. And that's pretty much all you'll need to crochet this Rosebud Card Case.
Learning any new craft is all about repetition and this simple make is a great way to get some practice in. We'll look at creating foundation rows, crocheting continuously in the round, colour changing and how to use simple stitches and techniques to add fancy edges and decorative flowery details. And all using just a few chains and the single crochet stitch (US terms). 
This workshop takes place online so you will need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. Great for adventurous beginners looking to develop their crochet, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
a 4.0mm crochet hook
aran weight yarn*
other aran weight or double-knit yarns for decorative details*
a stitch marker
a big eye needle
scissors
a cuppa tea and a biscuit
*I used Scheepjes Cahlista (Scarlet) and Rico Creative Cotton Aran (Black) as my main yarns and some other double knits I happened to have. You won't need too much of anything so ideal for using up odds and ends from your yarn basket.
 
 

This simple Rosebud Card Case is designed to highlight the versatility of just 1 crochet stitch and it's perfect for absolute beginners and beyond . . .

Beginners & Beyond Crochet-Along | Rosebud Card Case

Create a simple needle felt picture on a Spring theme.&nbsp;A snowdrop, tulip or daffodil flower, an Easter egg&nbsp; or a duckling design. Images are created on a 10cm embroidery hoop.
Please specify choice&nbsp;on booking form if possible. Sunday 14th March 11am to 11.30am approx.&nbsp; Have fun being creative on your own or with a loved one.&nbsp; Suitable for ages 8+.
All materials included and delivered free locally to East Renfrewshire. Cost &pound;12.50.

Create a simple needle felt picture on a Spring theme. A snowdrop, tulip or daffodil flower, an Easter egg or a duckling design. Images are created on a 10cm embroidery hoop.
Please specify choice on booking form if possible. Sunday 14th March 11am to 11.30am approx. Have fun being creative on your own or with a loved one. Suitable for ages 8+.
All materials included and delivered free locally to East Renfrewshire. Cost £12.50.

The Wee Art Studio

Needlework

Needle Felting

Create a simple needle felt picture on a Spring theme. A snowdrop, tulip or daffodil flower, an Easter egg  or a duckling design. Images are created on a 10cm embroidery hoop.

Mother’s Day Spring Themed Beginners Needle Felt

Hand making for any occasion is always special and with Easter just around the corner we&rsquo;re getting a little head start on the Easter Bunny with these fun and colourful Birdy Easter Egg Cosies. They&rsquo;re designed to fit a mini chocolate egg, like a Creme Egg, but after Easter could be used as a real egg cosy. 
There are 3 birdy options depending on your crochet ability:
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<li data-key="49">A simple chick made all in 1 colour, apart from his beak!</li>
<li data-key="51">A bit trickier duck which introduces a tiny bit of colour changing and shaping.</li>
<li data-key="53">Or a wee bit fiddlier hen which includes a fancy crest, colour changing, shaping and some extra tail feather details.</li>
</ul>
All 3 birds will give you an introduction to magic rings, crochet in the round, single, half and double crochet, increasing and decreasing (US terms). You&rsquo;ll also learn the art of crocheted puffs and how to use the 3 stitches to make add-on wings. 
This workshop takes place via Zoom and you will need to have access to the materials listed below to crochet-along. Great for absolute beginners just getting started, adventurous beginners looking to develop their crochet quickly, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
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<li data-key="62">a 3.5mm crochet hook</li>
<li data-key="64">double-knit yarn*</li>
<li data-key="66">2 x 3mm black beads</li>
<li data-key="68">a stitch marker (optional)</li>
<li data-key="70">a big eye needle</li>
<li data-key="72">a fine eye needle</li>
<li data-key="74">black thread</li>
<li data-key="76">scissors</li>
<li data-key="78">at least 2 mini chocolate eggs, like a Creme Egg (1 for filling the cosy and 1 for eating after you make it!!)</li>
</ul>
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is a stash buster make which is ideal for using up yarns you happen to have. Minimum 2 colours, and up to 4, and you won't need too much of any them. Double knits are ideal but we should be able to work with whatever yarns you happen to have.

Hand making for any occasion is always special and with Easter just around the corner we’re getting a little head start on the Easter Bunny with these fun and colourful Birdy Easter Egg Cosies. They’re designed to fit a mini chocolate egg, like a Creme Egg, but after Easter could be used as a real egg cosy. 
There are 3 birdy options depending on your crochet ability:
A simple chick made all in 1 colour, apart from his beak!
A bit trickier duck which introduces a tiny bit of colour changing and shaping.
Or a wee bit fiddlier hen which includes a fancy crest, colour changing, shaping and some extra tail feather details.
All 3 birds will give you an introduction to magic rings, crochet in the round, single, half and double crochet, increasing and decreasing (US terms). You’ll also learn the art of crocheted puffs and how to use the 3 stitches to make add-on wings. 
This workshop takes place via Zoom and you will need to have access to the materials listed below to crochet-along. Great for absolute beginners just getting started, adventurous beginners looking to develop their crochet quickly, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
a 3.5mm crochet hook
double-knit yarn*
2 x 3mm black beads
a stitch marker (optional)
a big eye needle
a fine eye needle
black thread
scissors
at least 2 mini chocolate eggs, like a Creme Egg (1 for filling the cosy and 1 for eating after you make it!!)
*This is a stash buster make which is ideal for using up yarns you happen to have. Minimum 2 colours, and up to 4, and you won't need too much of any them. Double knits are ideal but we should be able to work with whatever yarns you happen to have.

Join me for an egg-stra special Easter inspired beginners and beyond crochet-along!!

Beginners & Beyond Crochet-Along | Birdy Easter Egg Cosies

Learning to crochet in the round is essential for all sorts of crochet projects - amigurumi, softies, hats, bags, granny squares . . . I won't pretend it's easy, but it's not as tricky as you might think! 
The 3 bears will be a fun introduction to the principles of crocheting continuously in the round. We'll look at magic rings, even increasing and the single crochet stitch (US terms). We'll also have a little go at other ways to crochet in the round, try some join-as-you-go and creating fancy edging using the single crochet stitch in reverse (crab stitch). 
Depending on your ability you can join me for Week 1 then finish off in your own time, or you can come back for seconds and we can finish off together the following week.
Week 1 | The ears and the start of the bear basket
Week 2 | The muzzle and finishing off
You'll need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. This is a great make for absolute beginners, adventurous beginners looking to push their crochet to the next level, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
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I used King Cole Big Value Super Chunky with a 5.0mm crochet hook (10.0mm recommended) for daddy bear. Mummy bear&rsquo;s crocheted with Drops Andes and a 4.0mm hook (9.0mm recommended) and baby bear uses Drops Cotton Light doubled up with a 3.0mm hook (4.0mm recommended). If you're an absolute beginner I'd recommend going for a chunky or super-chunky yarn to start off with.

Learning to crochet in the round is essential for all sorts of crochet projects - amigurumi, softies, hats, bags, granny squares . . . I won't pretend it's easy, but it's not as tricky as you might think! 
The 3 bears will be a fun introduction to the principles of crocheting continuously in the round. We'll look at magic rings, even increasing and the single crochet stitch (US terms). We'll also have a little go at other ways to crochet in the round, try some join-as-you-go and creating fancy edging using the single crochet stitch in reverse (crab stitch). 
Depending on your ability you can join me for Week 1 then finish off in your own time, or you can come back for seconds and we can finish off together the following week.
Week 1 | The ears and the start of the bear basket
Week 2 | The muzzle and finishing off
You'll need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. This is a great make for absolute beginners, adventurous beginners looking to push their crochet to the next level, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
yarn - anything from double-knit to super-chunky*
a crochet hook that's around 1/2 the size recommended for your yarn
other yarn for features and embroidered details
stitch markers
2 x 4mm round black beads
a big eye needle and a fine eye needle
black thread
scissors
a bowl of porridge, or a cuppa tea and a biscuit
*:o) I used King Cole Big Value Super Chunky with a 5.0mm crochet hook (10.0mm recommended) for daddy bear. Mummy bear’s crocheted with Drops Andes and a 4.0mm hook (9.0mm recommended) and baby bear uses Drops Cotton Light doubled up with a 3.0mm hook (4.0mm recommended). If you're an absolute beginner I'd recommend going for a chunky or super-chunky yarn to start off with.

Round and round the garden, like a teddy bear  . . . a fun and functional project for having a go at crocheting in the round . . .

Beginners & Beyond Crochet-Along | and the Three Bears Baskets (1 or 2 Weeks)

Join me for help to get started and finish off on your own

and the 3 Bears Week 1 

<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">TEA &#39;N CHAT - &nbsp;Introducing AI in Textiles Education&nbsp;A FUN AND FASCINATING ONLINE LIVE SESSION WITH ROY BALLAM<div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">19 MARCH 2024TIME: &nbsp;7-8pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;FREE EVENT<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">Artificial Intelligence is already here and being used in businesses and in schools. Become an AI expert and transform the way you and your colleagues can change the way you work.&nbsp;Get ahead of the curve, keep up to date and join us for this TEA &#39;N CHAT with our very own techie geek ROY BALLAM, who will introduce the potential use of AI in textiles education.&nbsp;You will see AI in action, demonstrating how different tools could save you time, support your planning and teaching, enhance pupil experience, and further your creativity. The pros and cons of AI will also be highlighted. Transform your teaching with AI tools, save time, and get creative!The session will show how AI could help you:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">create teaching schemes and lesson plans&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">explore subject specific knowledge&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">generate and explore ideas, concepts, themes and designers&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">write questions and assessment frameworks&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">unleash creativity in textile design, colour, styles and fashion. &nbsp;</li></ul>This is a &lsquo;must-attend&rsquo;&nbsp;session for all those interested in AI (or just starting to discover its potential) and wishing to discover how it could be used in school. It is a stepping stone for the more in-depth&nbsp;Integrating AI in textiles education&nbsp;event being held on the 11 May 2024.</div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"> COURSE LEADER: &nbsp; ROY BALLAM &nbsp;BA (Hons), MA, School Education Consultant<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/9b61b89b-c982-4dd2-b44b-0b22e86d67db/original.jpeg" style="width: 200px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left; padding: 0px 1px; -webkit-user-select: none; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 200px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable wysiwyg_padded_img_cls">Roy works as a school education consultant, after leaving a leading charity as Managing Director and Head of Education.&nbsp;He has been involved in numerous teaching and education programme, initiatives and publications, including those in the UK and internationally.&nbsp; He is an experienced educational leader specialising in education management, training, resource development and research, and policy development and implementation. 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TEA 'N CHAT - SURFACE TEXTILES + NICKY SIMPSON
(Mini Workshop & Demo)

23 SEPTEMBER 2025
TIME: 7-8pm  
 FREE EVENT
This event is held on ZOOM, so please register to get the Zoom details.



Join us for a FREE Tea 'N Chat with NICKY SIMPSON who will demo and lead a mini workshop on Surface textiles and talk about her online courses.

Nicky's aim is to show how easily accessible surface textiles techniques can be for every level of student and how it can be delivered in a fun and engaging way.
She will also introduce you to her online and face-2-face courses with an opportunity to ask questions.




JOIN IN THE FUN:

'Marbling'
Marbling is great way of introducing a quick and easy surface technique if you have little to no prior experience. Especially good for students who will get immediate exciting and inspiring results.!
A beginner friendly workshop to produce great artwork for textile projects.

If you want to join in you will need: 
tray of cold water (min 5cm deep)
oil paint 2 colours
white spirit
glass jar and brush to mix/have a cloth for spills and a table cover
pipette 
paper or fabric to marble




The Textiles Skills Centre Associates are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea 'N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed.
We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at: info@textileskillscentre.com
At the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.



Tea 'N Chat free event - Talk with Textile Artist Nicky Simpson

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24-Hour Knowledge Knockdown! Prices Reduced Like Never Before Did you know sewing is not only a practical skill but can also have therapeutic benefits, reducing stress and increasing focus and concentration? The UK sewing industry, valued at £3.9 billion in 2023, is experiencing a resurgence, with a 15% increase in sewing machine sales in the past year. With the growing demand for handmade and sustainable fashion, there's never been a better time to learn the art of sewing.With a single payment, you will gain access to Sewing bundle, including 10 premium courses, a QLS Endorsed Hardcopy certificate (for the title course) and 11 PDF certificates for Absolutely free.This Sewing, Pattern Cutting, Embroidery Design for Fashion Design &amp; Tailoring Bundle Package includes:<ul><li> Main Course: Diploma in Sewing at QLS Level 5</li></ul>10 Additional CPDQS Accredited Premium Courses -<ul><li> Course 01: Sewing Patterns Training</li><li> Course 02: Crochet for Beginners</li><li> Course 03: Tailoring and Alterations</li><li> Course 04: Embroidery For Beginners Certificate</li><li> Course 05: Fabrics for Fashion Design: Essential Learning for Designers</li><li> Course 06: Fashion Styling Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling</li><li> Course 07: Fashion Psychology: The Psychology Behind Style Choices</li><li> Course 08: Revamp Your Closet</li><li> Course 09: Fashion Store Assistant Training</li><li> Course 10: Fashion Law</li></ul>Our comprehensive Sewing curriculum covers everything from the basics of sewing machines to working with patterns, cutting, marking, and hemming. You'll also learn hand stitches and how to maintain your sewing machine for optimal performance. Our tutors will guide you through each step of the process and provide personalised feedback on your projects.At the end of this Sewing Course, you will learn: <ul><li>Identify and operate different types of sewing machines</li><li>Understand different fabrics and their properties</li><li>Create and modify patterns for garments and accessories</li><li>Produce high-quality seams, hems, and finishes</li><li>Implement basic hand stitches for embellishment</li><li>Maintain and troubleshoot sewing machines</li></ul>By the end of this sewing course, you will be able to create your own patterns, alter existing garments, and personalise your designs with hand embroidery. Whether you're looking to start a small sewing business, create bespoke garments for yourself and others, or simply enjoy the meditative process of sewing, this course is perfect for you.Why Choose Us?<ul><li>Get a Free CPD Accredited Certificate upon completion of Sewing Training</li><li>Get a free student ID card with Sewing Training Training program (£10 postal charge will be applicable for international delivery)</li><li>The Sewing Training is affordable and simple to understand</li><li>This course is entirely online, interactive lesson with voiceover audio</li><li>Get Lifetime access to the Sewing Training course materials</li><li>The Sewing Training comes with 24/7 tutor support</li></ul>So enrol now in this Sewing Today to advance your career! Take a step toward a brighter future!*** Course Curriculum *** Main Course: Diploma in Sewing at QLS Level 5<ul><li>Module 01: Knowing Your Sewing Machine</li><li>Module 02: Types of Sewing Machine</li><li>Module 03: Sewing Supplies and Products</li><li>Module 04: Threads</li><li>Module 05: Fabric Basics and Common Stitches</li><li>Module 06: Working with Patterns</li><li>Module 07: Cutting, Marking and Getting Ready to Sew</li><li>Module 08: Sewing a Seam</li><li>Module 09: Hand Stitches</li><li>Module 10: Hems</li><li>Module 11: Sewing Machine Maintenance</li><li>Module 12: T-Shirts</li><li>Module 13: Baby Blankets</li></ul> Course 02: Crochet for Beginners<ul><li>Module 01: Introduction</li><li>Module 02: Equipment For Crochet</li><li>Module 03: Know Your Yarn</li><li>Module 04: Basic Crochet Stitches</li><li>Module 05: Advance Crochet Stitches</li><li>Module 06: Beginner Patterns</li><li>Module 07: Crochet Techniques</li><li>Module 08: Getting Started With Crochet Projects(Part 1)</li><li>Module 09: Getting Started With Crochet Projects(Part 2)</li></ul> Course 03: Tailoring and Alterations<ul><li>Module 01: Introduction To Tailoring</li><li>Module 02: Sewing Machine Essentials</li><li>Module 03: Basic Sewing Techniques</li><li>Module 04: Altering Tops And Shirts</li><li>Module 05: Altering Pants And Skirts</li><li>Module 06: Advanced Alterations</li><li>Module 07: Special Projects</li></ul>=========&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt; And 8 More Courses &lt;&lt;&lt;&lt;&lt;=========How will I get my Certificate?After successfully completing the course, you will be able to order your QLS Endorsed Certificates and CPD Accredited Certificates as proof of your achievement.<ul><li>PDF Certificate: Free (Previously it was £12.99*11 = £143)</li><li>QLS Endorsed Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course: Previously it was £119)</li></ul> <h2>
 
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24-Hour Knowledge Knockdown! Prices Reduced Like Never Before 
Did you know sewing is not only a practical skill but can also have therapeutic benefits, reducing stress and increasing focus and concentration? The UK sewing industry, valued at £3.9 billion in 2023, is experiencing a resurgence, with a 15% increase in sewing machine sales in the past year. With the growing demand for handmade and sustainable fashion, there's never been a better time to learn the art of sewing.
With a single payment, you will gain access to Sewing bundle, including 10 premium courses, a QLS Endorsed Hardcopy certificate (for the title course) and 11 PDF certificates for Absolutely free.
This Sewing, Pattern Cutting, Embroidery Design for Fashion Design & Tailoring Bundle Package includes:
Main Course: Diploma in Sewing at QLS Level 5
10 Additional CPDQS Accredited Premium Courses -
Course 01: Sewing Patterns Training
Course 02: Crochet for Beginners
Course 03: Tailoring and Alterations
Course 04: Embroidery For Beginners Certificate
Course 05: Fabrics for Fashion Design: Essential Learning for Designers
Course 06: Fashion Styling Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling
Course 07: Fashion Psychology: The Psychology Behind Style Choices
Course 08: Revamp Your Closet
Course 09: Fashion Store Assistant Training
Course 10: Fashion Law
Our comprehensive Sewing curriculum covers everything from the basics of sewing machines to working with patterns, cutting, marking, and hemming. You'll also learn hand stitches and how to maintain your sewing machine for optimal performance. Our tutors will guide you through each step of the process and provide personalised feedback on your projects.
At the end of this Sewing Course, you will learn: 
Identify and operate different types of sewing machines
Understand different fabrics and their properties
Create and modify patterns for garments and accessories
Produce high-quality seams, hems, and finishes
Implement basic hand stitches for embellishment
Maintain and troubleshoot sewing machines
By the end of this sewing course, you will be able to create your own patterns, alter existing garments, and personalise your designs with hand embroidery. Whether you're looking to start a small sewing business, create bespoke garments for yourself and others, or simply enjoy the meditative process of sewing, this course is perfect for you.
Why Choose Us?
Get a Free CPD Accredited Certificate upon completion of Sewing Training
Get a free student ID card with Sewing Training Training program (£10 postal charge will be applicable for international delivery)
The Sewing Training is affordable and simple to understand
This course is entirely online, interactive lesson with voiceover audio
Get Lifetime access to the Sewing Training course materials
The Sewing Training comes with 24/7 tutor support
So enrol now in this Sewing Today to advance your career!
Take a step toward a brighter future!
*** Course Curriculum ***
 Main Course: Diploma in Sewing at QLS Level 5
Module 01: Knowing Your Sewing Machine
Module 02: Types of Sewing Machine
Module 03: Sewing Supplies and Products
Module 04: Threads
Module 05: Fabric Basics and Common Stitches
Module 06: Working with Patterns
Module 07: Cutting, Marking and Getting Ready to Sew
Module 08: Sewing a Seam
Module 09: Hand Stitches
Module 10: Hems
Module 11: Sewing Machine Maintenance
Module 12: T-Shirts
Module 13: Baby Blankets
 Course 02: Crochet for Beginners
Module 01: Introduction
Module 02: Equipment For Crochet
Module 03: Know Your Yarn
Module 04: Basic Crochet Stitches
Module 05: Advance Crochet Stitches
Module 06: Beginner Patterns
Module 07: Crochet Techniques
Module 08: Getting Started With Crochet Projects(Part 1)
Module 09: Getting Started With Crochet Projects(Part 2)
 Course 03: Tailoring and Alterations
Module 01: Introduction To Tailoring
Module 02: Sewing Machine Essentials
Module 03: Basic Sewing Techniques
Module 04: Altering Tops And Shirts
Module 05: Altering Pants And Skirts
Module 06: Advanced Alterations
Module 07: Special Projects
=========>>>>> And 8 More Courses <<<<<=========
How will I get my Certificate?
After successfully completing the course, you will be able to order your QLS Endorsed Certificates and CPD Accredited Certificates as proof of your achievement.
PDF Certificate: Free (Previously it was £12.99*11 = £143)
QLS Endorsed Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course: Previously it was £119)
 CPD 
255 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
 Who is this course for? 
This bundle is ideal for:
Students seeking mastery in this field
Professionals seeking to enhance their skills
Anyone who is passionate about this topic
 Requirements 
No prior background or expertise is required.
 Career path 
The Sewing at QLS Level 5 course will boost your CV and aims to help you get the job or even the long-awaited promotion of your dreams. Like as:
Seamstress / Tailor
Dressmaker
Alterations specialist
Fashion designer
Textile artist
Curtain maker
 Certificates 
CPD Accredited Digital Certificate
 Digital certificate - Included 
Upon passing the Course, you need to order a Digital Certificate for each of the courses inside this bundle as proof of your new skills that are accredited by CPD QS for Free.
Diploma in Sewing at QLS Level 5
 Hard copy certificate - Included 
Please note that International students have to pay an additional £10 as a shipment fee.

Academy for Health and Fitness

Clothes Making

Dressmaking

Trainers Course

Sewing, Pattern Cutting, Embroidery Design for Fashion Design & Tailoring - CPD Certified

Bexley

Bluewater Shopping Centre, Greenhithe

City ofLondon

Dartford

Greenhithe

Northfleet

I often buy clothes and accessories spontaneously. This results in a wardrobe full of pieces that don&rsquo;t pair with anything. &ldquo;I have nothing to wear&hellip;.&rdquo; I hear you say. A handful of treasures just hanging in there before progressing into a charity giveaway bag. Not if you know your true colours that will elevate your look and mood as well as save money and the environment. Based on this colour analysis we can create a capsule wardrobe using your existing pieces and follow your colour chart to purchase matching items in future. Whatever fashion dictates, buying less and more consciously will reduce waste, save money and creates a wonderful wardrobe you can be proud of! The analysis is based on inherited tones as well as personality. Based on 4 seasons: spring and autumn being warm and summer and winter cool in the colour spectrum.

I often buy clothes and accessories spontaneously. This results in a wardrobe full of pieces that don’t pair with anything. “I have nothing to wear….” I hear you say. A handful of treasures just hanging in there before progressing into a charity giveaway bag.

Not if you know your true colours that will elevate your look and mood as well as save money and the environment. Based on this colour analysis we can create a capsule wardrobe using your existing pieces and follow your colour chart to purchase matching items in future. Whatever fashion dictates, buying less and more consciously will reduce waste, save money and creates a wonderful wardrobe you can be proud of!

The analysis is based on inherited tones as well as personality. Based on 4 seasons: spring and autumn being warm and summer and winter cool in the colour spectrum.


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Fashion Styling

I often buy clothes and accessories spontaneously. This results in a wardrobe full of pieces that don’t pair with anything. “I have nothing to wear….” I hear you say. A handful of treasures just hanging in there before progressing into a charity giveaway bag.

Not if you know your true colours that will elevate your look and mood as well as save money and the environment. Based on this colour analysis we can create a capsule wardrobe using your existing pieces and follow your colour chart to purchase matching items in future. Whatever fashion dictates, buying less and more consciously will reduce waste, save money and creates a wonderful wardrobe you can be proud of!

The analysis is based on inherited tones as well as personality. Based on 4 seasons: spring and autumn being warm and summer and winter cool in the colour spectrum.

Colour Analysis and Personal Styling 

£ 60/hours + travel expenses and trave time 

Personal Shopping min 2 hours

Personal Shopping - Full day 

Online consultation, colour analysis and planning 

Online Consultation for 1 hour 

Personal Shopping half a day 

Wardrobe Clear Out 

Welcome to Tailoring and Alterations Training Program: Skill Enhancement. In this course, you&#39;ll learn: <ol style="color: rgb(209, 213, 219); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(209, 213, 219);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Introduction to Tailoring:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Gain a foundational understanding of tailoring principles and techniques.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore the history and evolution of tailoring in the context of fashion and garment construction.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn about different fabrics, their properties, and how they influence tailoring choices.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Sewing Machine Essentials:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Familiarize yourself with various types of sewing machines and their functionalities.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Master the operation of sewing machines, including threading, tension adjustment, and troubleshooting common issues.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop proficiency in choosing the right sewing machine for different tasks.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Basic Sewing Techniques:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Acquire fundamental sewing skills, including straight stitching, zigzag stitching, and basting.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn how to read and interpret sewing patterns.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Practice precision and attention to detail in stitching seams, hems, and edges.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Altering Tops and Shirts:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore techniques for altering the fit and style of tops and shirts.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand the principles of taking measurements and making adjustments for a tailored fit.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn how to modify necklines, sleeves, and darts to achieve desired alterations.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Altering Pants and Skirts:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Dive into the intricacies of altering pants and skirts to enhance fit and style.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Master techniques for adjusting waistbands, hem lengths, and pant legs.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore methods for modifying pleats, pockets, and closures.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Advanced Alterations:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Elevate your skills with advanced alteration techniques for complex garments.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Tackle intricate projects involving multiple components and intricate designs.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn to work with specialty fabrics and handle challenging alterations with confidence.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Special Projects:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Apply your newfound skills to creative and unique projects.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Undertake custom projects such as designing and creating personalized garments.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Showcase your creativity and innovation in tailoring through hands-on, project-based learning.</li></ul></li></ol>

Welcome to Tailoring and Alterations Training Program: Skill Enhancement. In this course, you'll learn:

Introduction to Tailoring:Gain a foundational understanding of tailoring principles and techniques.Explore the history and evolution of tailoring in the context of fashion and garment construction.Learn about different fabrics, their properties, and how they influence tailoring choices.
Sewing Machine Essentials:Familiarize yourself with various types of sewing machines and their functionalities.Master the operation of sewing machines, including threading, tension adjustment, and troubleshooting common issues.Develop proficiency in choosing the right sewing machine for different tasks.
Basic Sewing Techniques:Acquire fundamental sewing skills, including straight stitching, zigzag stitching, and basting.Learn how to read and interpret sewing patterns.Practice precision and attention to detail in stitching seams, hems, and edges.
Altering Tops and Shirts:Explore techniques for altering the fit and style of tops and shirts.Understand the principles of taking measurements and making adjustments for a tailored fit.Learn how to modify necklines, sleeves, and darts to achieve desired alterations.
Altering Pants and Skirts:Dive into the intricacies of altering pants and skirts to enhance fit and style.Master techniques for adjusting waistbands, hem lengths, and pant legs.Explore methods for modifying pleats, pockets, and closures.
Advanced Alterations:Elevate your skills with advanced alteration techniques for complex garments.Tackle intricate projects involving multiple components and intricate designs.Learn to work with specialty fabrics and handle challenging alterations with confidence.
Special Projects:Apply your newfound skills to creative and unique projects.Undertake custom projects such as designing and creating personalized garments.Showcase your creativity and innovation in tailoring through hands-on, project-based learning.

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Elevate your sewing expertise with our Tailoring and Alterations Training Program: Skill Enhancement. Master the art of garment customization, from basic sewing techniques to advanced alterations. Unleash your creativity in special projects and become a skilled tailor with our comprehensive course. Join now for a transformative journey in the world of fashion craftsmanship.

Tailoring and Alterations Training Program: Skill Enhancement


24 Hour Flash Deal **25-in-1 Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Mega Bundle** Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Enrolment Gifts **FREE PDF Certificate**FREE PDF Transcript ** FREE Exam** FREE Student ID ** Lifetime Access **FREE Enrolment Letter **Take the initial steps toward a successful long-term career by studying the Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry package online with Studyhub through our online learning platform. The Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry bundle can help you improve your CV, wow potential employers, and differentiate yourself from the mass.This Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry course provides complete 360-degree training on Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry. You'll get not one, not two, not three, but twenty-five Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry courses included in this course. Plus Studyhub's signature Forever Access is given as always, meaning these Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry courses are yours for as long as you want them once you enrol in this courseThis Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Bundle consists the following career oriented courses:<ul><li>Course 01: Needle Felting Artistry: Creating Beautiful Textile Designs</li><li>Course 02: Textiles and Fabrics Skills</li><li>Course 03: Tailoring and Alterations</li><li>Course 04: Sewing Diploma</li><li>Course 05: Sewing Patterns Training</li><li>Course 06: Fabrics for Fashion Design: Essential Learning for Designers</li><li>Course 07: Crochet for Beginners</li><li>Course 08: Embroidery For Beginners Certificate</li><li>Course 09: Learning Drawing and Illustration Complete Training</li><li>Course 10: CAD Course</li><li>Course 11: Fashion Styling Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling</li><li>Course 12: Fashion Psychology: The Psychology Behind Style Choices</li><li>Course 13: Fashion Photography: Capturing Style and Elegance</li><li>Course 14: Retail Store Manager</li><li>Course 15: Visual Merchandising</li><li>Course 16: Fashion Store Assistant Personal Shopper</li><li>Course 17: Revamp Your Closet</li><li>Course 18: Mastering the Role of a Printing Worker: From Setup to Final Print</li><li>Course 19: Digital Art - Sketching In Photoshop for Beginners</li><li>Course 20: Start Your Own Business</li><li>Course 21: Hand, Wrist &amp; Finger Safety Training</li><li>Course 22: Customer Relationship Management</li><li>Course 23: Safety Audits: Ensuring Workplace Safety and Compliance</li><li>Course 24: ETSY Marketing and Business</li><li>Course 25: Fashion Law</li></ul> The Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry course has been prepared by focusing largely on Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry career readiness. It has been designed by our Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry specialists in a manner that you will be likely to find yourself head and shoulders above the others. For better learning, one to one assistance will also be provided if it's required by any learners.The Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Bundle is one of the most prestigious training offered at StudyHub and is highly valued by employers for good reason. This Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry bundle course has been created with twenty-five premium courses to provide our learners with the best learning experience possible to increase their understanding of their chosen field.This Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Course, like every one of Study Hub's courses, is meticulously developed and well researched. Every one of the topics is divided into Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Elementary modules, allowing our students to grasp each lesson quickly.The Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry course is self-paced and can be taken from the comfort of your home, office, or on the go! With our Student ID card you will get discounts on things like music, food, travel and clothes etc.In this exclusive Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry bundle, you really hit the jackpot. Here's what you get:<ul><li>Step by step Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry lessons</li><li>One to one assistance from Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistryprofessionals if you need it</li><li>Innovative exams to test your knowledge after the Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistrycourse</li><li>24/7 customer support should you encounter any hiccups</li><li>Top-class learning portal</li><li>Unlimited lifetime access to all twenty-five Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry courses</li><li>Digital Certificate, Transcript and student ID are all included in the price</li><li>PDF certificate immediately after passing</li><li>Original copies of your Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry certificate and transcript on the next working day</li><li>Easily learn the Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry skills and knowledge you want from the comfort of your home</li></ul> <h2>
 
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 This Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry training is suitable for -<ul><li>Students</li><li>Recent graduates</li><li>Job Seekers</li><li>Individuals who are already employed in the relevant sectors and wish to enhance their knowledge and expertise in Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry</li></ul>
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 To participate in this Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry course, all you need is -<ul><li>A smart device</li><li>A secure internet connection</li><li>And a keen interest in Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry</li></ul>
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 You will be able to kickstart your Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry career because this course includes various courses as a bonus. This bundle is an excellent opportunity for you to learn multiple skills from the convenience of your own home and explore Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry career opportunities.
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TEA 'N CHAT - Adaptable Textile project using minimal materials - SEND and lower ability focus + CLAIRE PARSONS
(Mini Workshop & Demo)

11 NOVEMBER 2025
TIME: 7-8pm  
 FREE EVENT
This event is held on ZOOM, so please register to get the Zoom details.



Adaptable Textile project using minimal materials - SEND and lower ability focus

Join us for a FREE Tea 'N Chat with Claire Parsons who will will show you how to use fabric scraps to create a range of different outcomes (key rings, cards, hot air balloons) using the same techniques. This allows students to build on skills and confidence whilst making a variety of products. 



MATERIALS NEEDED:
If you want to join in the workshop you will need:

Print out of pattern attached to this email
Calico/scrap material large enough to fit shape of pattern
Fabric strips - these can be cut or torn. 
Enough to cover the calico
Glue stick
Sewing machine with a zig zag stitch
Card to make a card





Claire Parsons:
Claire has been teaching Textiles for 15 years in a range of different schools and settings. Recently she made a life move to a different city and began teaching in a small SEND school. Since starting in January she has had to completely rethink the way she plans, resources and teaches her lessons to a range of different needs and abilities. It has been a refreshing but challenging experience, and she is looking forward to sharing what she has learnt with you. 




The Textiles Skills Centre Associates are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea 'N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed.
We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at: info@textileskillscentre.com
At the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.
You can donate at checkout, or using the ‘BUY THE TEAM A COFFEE’ button below. All donations gratefully received.
(Especially ☕ and 🍰 😋)

BUY THE TEAM A COFFEE

Tea 'N Chat - Adaptable Textile Project for Lower Ability Students

Inspired by Pop Art and the graphic design of protest art, Neon Knitting uses Dayglo yarns to create bold designs using simple techniques:-
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Knitting stripes with knit &amp; purl patterns</li>
<li>Combining open and raised effects to create bold patterns</li>
<li>Adding fabric to knitting</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
The session includes a worksheet, knitting demonstrations, plus a PowerPoint presentation covering ways to create your fabrics, using simple mark making and basic silk screen printing.&nbsp; There will also be examples to inspire further exploration after the session.
&nbsp;
Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece, although techniques can be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
&nbsp;
What attendees will need: -
<ul>
<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks.</li>
<li>Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them.</li>
<li>Several small stitch holders or safety pins.</li>
<li>Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Inspired by Pop Art and the graphic design of protest art, Neon Knitting uses Dayglo yarns to create bold designs using simple techniques:-
 
Knitting stripes with knit & purl patterns
Combining open and raised effects to create bold patterns
Adding fabric to knitting
 
The session includes a worksheet, knitting demonstrations, plus a PowerPoint presentation covering ways to create your fabrics, using simple mark making and basic silk screen printing. There will also be examples to inspire further exploration after the session.
 
Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece, although techniques can be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
 
What attendees will need: -
Knitting needles or crochet hooks.
Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them.
Several small stitch holders or safety pins.
Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.
Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.
 

Rosina Godwin

Knitting

Experimental knitting workshop, combining neon yarns with simple geometric designs to create a bold statement!

Neon Knits

Early Bird Workshop Ticket

The workshop explores the exciting textural properties of felt, using basic knitting techniques and experimental materials.
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Playing with colour and pattern</li>
<li>Using simple knitting techniques to create embossed effects</li>
<li>Combining felting yarn with none felting yarn to produce unusual textures</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
There will be demonstrations of the knitting techniques, plus a discussion on the felting properties of different sheep breeds, and various wet felting methods.&nbsp; &nbsp;The workshop will focus on using pre-made yarns, and therefore will not be covering spinning with raw fibres.
All levels of ability are welcome.&nbsp; &nbsp;The class includes a worksheet, samples and a PowerPoint presentation, to inspire further ideas for after the session.
&nbsp;&nbsp;
Materials and equipment: -
<ul>
<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks</li>
<li>Felting yarn, 100% wool is usually the best &ndash; check the label to see if it says suitable for felting. However avoid Superwash wool which is designed not to felt.</li>
<li>Yarn, conventional yarn, plus fine string, twine, thin ribbon or lace, embroidery threads</li>
<li>Scissors, for cutting yarns</li>
<li>Hand Needles, preferably large-eyed tapestry needles (optional)</li>
<li>Thread, for hand sewing, could be wool or any other fibre (optional)</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

The workshop explores the exciting textural properties of felt, using basic knitting techniques and experimental materials.
 
Playing with colour and pattern
Using simple knitting techniques to create embossed effects
Combining felting yarn with none felting yarn to produce unusual textures
 
There will be demonstrations of the knitting techniques, plus a discussion on the felting properties of different sheep breeds, and various wet felting methods.  The workshop will focus on using pre-made yarns, and therefore will not be covering spinning with raw fibres.
All levels of ability are welcome. The class includes a worksheet, samples and a PowerPoint presentation, to inspire further ideas for after the session.
  
Materials and equipment: -
Knitting needles or crochet hooks
Felting yarn, 100% wool is usually the best – check the label to see if it says suitable for felting. However avoid Superwash wool which is designed not to felt.
Yarn, conventional yarn, plus fine string, twine, thin ribbon or lace, embroidery threads
Scissors, for cutting yarns
Hand Needles, preferably large-eyed tapestry needles (optional)
Thread, for hand sewing, could be wool or any other fibre (optional)
Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.
 

Exploring the unique texture of felted knitting to create art, sculpture and many other practical purposes!

Felted Knitting

Decaying Structures in Knitting is an experimental knitting workshop, exploring ways to create holes and open surfaces using simple hand knitting techniques.&nbsp; Exploiting the properties of the fibre, the session will also look at creating eroded surfaces using both heat and chemicals methods.
<ul>
<li>Creating loose structures with large needles</li>
<li>Making patterns and random holes using casting on and off techniques</li>
<li>Using a heat gun to produce an eroded surface on synthetic materials</li>
<li>Applying devor&eacute; paste to knitting to create both textural and colour effects</li>
</ul>
There will be demonstrations of knitting and yarn making techniques, plus a worksheet, PowerPoint presentation and samples to inspire further ideas after the session.
All levels of ability are welcome. The workshop is aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles or mixed media sculpture, wishing to explore the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece.
&nbsp;
Materials and equipment: -
<ul>
<li>Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn</li>
<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks, to match the size of your yarn, plus larger or jumbo sized needles if you have them.</li>
<li>Scissors, for cutting yarns</li>
<li>Large eyed sewing needle</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>

Decaying Structures in Knitting is an experimental knitting workshop, exploring ways to create holes and open surfaces using simple hand knitting techniques. Exploiting the properties of the fibre, the session will also look at creating eroded surfaces using both heat and chemicals methods.
Creating loose structures with large needles
Making patterns and random holes using casting on and off techniques
Using a heat gun to produce an eroded surface on synthetic materials
Applying devoré paste to knitting to create both textural and colour effects
There will be demonstrations of knitting and yarn making techniques, plus a worksheet, PowerPoint presentation and samples to inspire further ideas after the session.
All levels of ability are welcome. The workshop is aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles or mixed media sculpture, wishing to explore the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece.
 
Materials and equipment: -
Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn
Knitting needles or crochet hooks, to match the size of your yarn, plus larger or jumbo sized needles if you have them.
Scissors, for cutting yarns
Large eyed sewing needle
Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.

Explore creating holes and open structures using both conventional and experimental knitting processes.

Decaying Structures in Knitting

Knitting the Rainbow is an experimental knitting workshop using simple techniques to explore colour:-
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Using colour to express mood and atmosphere.</li>
<li>Exploring basic colour theory, to knit stripes and blocks of colour.</li>
<li>Creating a knitted patchwork.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
The session includes a worksheet, knitting demonstrations, plus a PowerPoint presentation covering plus graduation dyeing with Procion MX Cold Water dyes.&nbsp; There will also be a range of samples, to inspire further exploration after the session.
&nbsp;
Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece, although techniques can be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
&nbsp;
What attendees will need: -
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks.</li>
<li>Yarns, any will do, but bright rainbow shades if possible.</li>
<li>Several small stitch holders or safety pins.</li>
<li>Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Knitting the Rainbow is an experimental knitting workshop using simple techniques to explore colour:-
 
Using colour to express mood and atmosphere.
Exploring basic colour theory, to knit stripes and blocks of colour.
Creating a knitted patchwork.
 
The session includes a worksheet, knitting demonstrations, plus a PowerPoint presentation covering plus graduation dyeing with Procion MX Cold Water dyes. There will also be a range of samples, to inspire further exploration after the session.
 
Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece, although techniques can be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
 
What attendees will need: -
 
Knitting needles or crochet hooks.
Yarns, any will do, but bright rainbow shades if possible.
Several small stitch holders or safety pins.
Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.
Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.
 

Experimental knitting workshop using free knitting techniques to explore colour, and dyeing your own yarns using Procion MX dyes.

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