Name: Creating with Dissolvable Fabric (Online On-Demand)
Price: 35 GBP
Availability: InStock

Altrincham

Experience Nature&rsquo;s Beautiful Blues in this online indigo dyeing workshop with dye expert Debbie Tomkies. Join and dye along or watch later! <hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(57, 54, 79); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(57, 54, 79);"><div style="color: rgb(57, 54, 79); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(57, 54, 79);"><div style="color: rgb(57, 54, 79); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(57, 54, 79);">In this relaxed, online workshop Debbie will be showing you how to set up a simple dye vat using sodium carbonate (soda ash) and thiourea dioxide (spectralite). This reliable, easy to use vat can be created easily at home with our Natural Indigo starter kit and some basic equipment. Debbie will be showing you how to prepare fabric for dyeing, some simple tie-dye techniques, how to dye your fabric, building up colour, finishing and a brief look at overdyeing.Course level:This event is suitable for complete beginners as well as those who want to brush up their skills or just enjoy a couple of hours indigo dyeing!What you will learn:<ul style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">How to set up and maintain a simple indigo vat</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Preparing your fabric for dyeing</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The essential principles of indigo dyeing</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">What vat dyeing is and how it works</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">What can be dyed in an indigo vat</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A brief look at overdyeing</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A selection of simple tie-dyeing techniques on fabric</li></ul>You will need:We recommend our Natural indigo starter kit which contains all the ingredients you&rsquo;ll need as well as our accompanying full instruction bookletAlternatively, please our free downloadable guide sets out what materials and equipment you will need. Most of the equipment is easily obtainable from the local supermarket or DIY shop (Wilko and B&amp;M are our favourites in the UK!) but please make sure anything you use isn&rsquo;t used for food afterwards.Get your workshop materials &amp; goodies with a discount coupon:Newsletter subscribers receive exclusive workshop offers so to bag your offer and be the first in the queue for bookings, do sign up on our home page.Support good causes!A proportion of our online workshop fees raise funds for local organisations like Don&#39;t Walk Past group so we hope you&#39;ll share on your social media and invite friends to sign up if they would like to take part.How does the session work?Our online sessions are flexible and you can watch from anywhere! You simply need access to a pc/mac, laptop, tablet or smartphone with a camera and audio to join. The session is also recorded for ticket holders to view for 2 months after the event..You can choose to watch the session live and dye-a-long with Debbie. Alternatively, watch live with your feet up and a cuppa and have a go later. The recording will be available for 2 months after the event for you to watch at your leisure.About the classesDebbie loves to teach and has been a dyer for over 30 years so you&rsquo;ll be able to pick her brains for tips, tricks and hacks!Debbie&rsquo;s online sessions are fun and enjoyable. The pace is relaxed and there is time to dye along if you wish or watch and have a go later. You&rsquo;ll be able to ask questions live during the session and the chat box means you can also interact live with Debbie and the other students.About DebbieDebbie has been a hand-dyer for over 30 years. She has worked with yarn companies, hand-dyeing yarns for commercial collections. She also ran successful yarn and fibre dye clubs for a number of years.Debbie teaches dyeing and printing with both synthetic and natural dyes, including indigo and woad vat dyeing. She works with yarn, fabric and fibres. Debbie is the author of 5 internationally published books, Hand-Dyed Yarn Craft Projects, Complete Knitting Skills, 250 Knitting Stitches, Knitting.Learn it.Love it and How to Knit.When she&rsquo;s not dyeing, designing, knitting or crocheting, you&rsquo;ll find her in the garden, tending her dyeplants, enjoying a nice craft beer or hugging a big mug of builders&rsquo; tea. And if you&rsquo;re out and about, she can often be found in the mosh pit at a gig or enjoying some folk music!Is there anything we can help with?If you need any information about this course, please don&rsquo;t hesitate to get in touch by email or phone.</div><div style="color: rgb(57, 54, 79); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(57, 54, 79);"><img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F265304879%2F141948123758%2F1%2Foriginal.20220412-130751?h=2000&w=720&auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=131d504227a47698330cd61d608d8773" alt="" data-airgap-id="76" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"></div></div></div>

Experience Nature’s Beautiful Blues in this in person indigo dyeing workshop with dye expert Debbie Tomkies.





In this relaxed, workshop Debbie will be showing you how to set up a simple dye vat using sodium carbonate (soda ash) and thiourea dioxide (spectralite). This reliable, easy to use vat can be created easily at home with our Natural Indigo starter kit and some basic equipment. Debbie will be showing you how to prepare fabric for dyeing, some simple tie-dye techniques, how to dye your fabric, building up colour, finishing and a brief look at overdyeing.
Course level:
This event is suitable for complete beginners as well as those who want to brush up their skills or just enjoy a couple of hours indigo dyeing!
What you will learn:
How to set up and maintain a simple indigo vat
Preparing your fabric for dyeing
The essential principles of indigo dyeing
What vat dyeing is and how it works
What can be dyed in an indigo vat
A brief look at overdyeing
A selection of simple tie-dyeing techniques on fabric
You will need:
We provide all the materials and equipment you will need so just bring yourself!
Get your workshop materials & goodies with a discount coupon:
Newsletter subscribers receive exclusive workshop offers so to bag your offer and be the first in the queue for bookings, do sign up on our home page.
About the classes
Debbie loves to teach and has been a dyer for over 30 years so you’ll be able to pick her brains for tips, tricks and hacks! Debbie’s sessions are fun and enjoyable. The pace is relaxed and classes are small so there's lots of time for individual attention, questions and experimentation. 
About Debbie
Debbie has been a hand-dyer for over 30 years. She has worked with yarn companies, hand-dyeing yarns for commercial collections. She also ran successful yarn and fibre dye clubs for a number of years.Debbie teaches dyeing and printing with both synthetic and natural dyes, including indigo and woad vat dyeing. She works with yarn, fabric and fibres. Debbie is the author of 6 internationally published books, Hand-Dyed Yarn Craft Projects, Complete Knitting Skills, 250 Knitting Stitches, Knitting.Learn it.Love it, How to Knit and Cable Knitting Stitch Dictionary. 
When she’s not dyeing, designing, knitting or crocheting, you’ll find her in the garden, tending her dyeplants, enjoying a nice craft beer or hugging a big mug of builders’ tea. And if you’re out and about, she can often be found in the mosh pit at a gig or enjoying some folk music!
Is there anything we can help with?
If you need any information about this course, please don’t hesitate to get in touch by email or phone.




DT Craft & Design

Indigo Dyeing & Shibori

Experience Nature’s Beautiful Blues in this fascinating workshop with dye expert Debbie Tomkies. Learn to set up a simple indigo vat, try fun tie dye & shibori in a relaxing, fun environment!

Introduction to Indigo dyeing fabric - In person workshop with Debbie Tomkies

General Admission

Northwich

Tunisian (or Afghan) crochet is considered a mixture of knitting and crochet, although you don't need any experience of either to learn this craft.&nbsp; This workshop is suitable for complete beginners who have never knitted or crocheted before, or for anyone who currently knits or crochets, and would like to diversify their skill set.&nbsp;
This workshop teaches you how to Tunisian crochet in rows.&nbsp;
Learning outcomes&nbsp;
By the end of this workshop, you will:&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Grasp the basic terminology, including the forward pass &amp; return pass&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Know what specialised equipment is needed&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Understand how your hook size, tension, and yarn weight affects the outcome of your finished piece&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Be able to cast a foundation chain and complete the first-row forward pass (using the simple stitch)&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Successfully complete the return pass, and continue in rows using the simple stitch&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * (Skill permitting) Complete or observe the method of the Tunisian knit stitch&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Learn how to cast (bind) off and finish your piece&nbsp;

Tunisian (or Afghan) crochet is considered a mixture of knitting and crochet, although you don't need any experience of either to learn this craft. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners who have never knitted or crocheted before, or for anyone who currently knits or crochets, and would like to diversify their skill set. 
This workshop teaches you how to Tunisian crochet in rows. 
Learning outcomes 
By the end of this workshop, you will: 
 * Grasp the basic terminology, including the forward pass & return pass 
 * Know what specialised equipment is needed 
 * Understand how your hook size, tension, and yarn weight affects the outcome of your finished piece 
 * Be able to cast a foundation chain and complete the first-row forward pass (using the simple stitch) 
 * Successfully complete the return pass, and continue in rows using the simple stitch 
 * (Skill permitting) Complete or observe the method of the Tunisian knit stitch  
 * Learn how to cast (bind) off and finish your piece 

Oh So Pretty And Clever

Tunisian Crochet

Crochet

For complete beginners, or any yarn crafter who would like to diversify their skill set.  You do not need any prior knowledge of crochet or knitting to learn this wonderful craft.

Learn to Tunisian crochet in Cheshire

General admission

Learn to Tunisian crochet LIVE online - Beginner's

Brackley

Create a jelly fish. &nbsp;This project is a great way to get into amigurumi and it will be lots of fun. &nbsp;In case you didn&rsquo;t know Amigurumi &nbsp;is the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japan" fr-original-style="" style="-webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">Japanese</a> art of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knit" fr-original-style="" style="-webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">knitting</a> or <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crochet" fr-original-style="" style="-webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">crocheting</a> small, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stuffed_animal" fr-original-style="" style="-webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">stuffed</a> yarn creatures
In the workshop you will learn to make a Jelly Fish using the amigurumi crochet technique, it will include increasing, working onto an existing surface and the placement of safety eyes.&nbsp;
Amigurumi is a different form of crochet which involves working in three dimensions. &nbsp;Therefore this workshop will be suitable for those who have some crochet experience, that is why we have listed it in the improvers category.
Just bring yourselves and be ready to learn and have fun.
We will provide, yarn, hook, pattern and full instruction from Sonia with a cuppa and cake to keep you going.

Create a jelly fish. This project is a great way to get into amigurumi and it will be lots of fun. In case you didn’t know Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures
In the workshop you will learn to make a Jelly Fish using the amigurumi crochet technique, it will include increasing, working onto an existing surface and the placement of safety eyes. 
Amigurumi is a different form of crochet which involves working in three dimensions. Therefore this workshop will be suitable for those who have some crochet experience, that is why we have listed it in the improvers category.
Just bring yourselves and be ready to learn and have fun.
We will provide, yarn, hook, pattern and full instruction from Sonia with a cuppa and cake to keep you going.

Stitching Kitchen

Amigurumi Crochet

Toy Making

Sewing

Arts & Crafts

A chance to learn amigurumi style of crochet to make yarn creatures. 

Jelly Fish Amigruami Crochet


About the Introductory Programme
Our Introductory Creative Studies – Knitting course is a 30-hour supported self-study programme you can complete in your own time.

The Introductory programme is accredited by City & Guilds as an affiliate centre of Artybird Carnforth.

Debbie will be teaching the this exciting and unique programme which will be available to study via distance learning so you can learn from the comfort of your own home at a time and pace to suit you. There’s no pressure and Debbie will be there to assist and guide you throughout your learning journey.

Whether you are a brand new knitter, aspiring designer or a more experienced knitter who would simply like to consolidate their skills, you will love this programme. And, if you would like to be recognised for your achievements, you can submit your work for formal accreditation for an internationally recognised, professional qualification from City & Guilds.
How can I find out more?
We know that signing up to a course is a big commitment and we want you to be happy that it’s right for you. We have therefore produced a list of common questions on our FAQs page. In the meantime, you can also find out more below:

Video
Debbie has produced a short video that explains the highlights and benefits of the programme.

Print our prospectus
For more information about what’s involved, what you can expect to learn, fees and timeframes, we also have a short prospectus which has all the details. You can view or download a copy here. 

View the lesson plan
If you would like to explore the comprehensive lesson plan for the Introductory Programme, you’ll find a course outline with each topic covered here.

Email
You can also email us with any questions.

Ready to enrol?
Sign-ups for the Introductory programme are now open and we would love to have you join us.

City & Guilds

Fashion Crafts

Knitting

Start your handknitting design journey with our City & Guilds accredited Creative Skills Introductory Programme! Whether you are taking your first steps in designing with a view to earning an income from your skills or simply looking to expand your knitting knowledge, this course will get you on your way. 

City & Guilds - Introductory Creative Studies: Handknitting

<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn how to weave without a loom, using a wooden board, and a needle and thread!</h3>Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned weaver or a total beginner, these little creations are magical to do - and better yet, you can do it from your sofa!Discover a new skill, meet like-minded people and enjoy the rewarding feeling of having made something beautiful from scratch.In this workshop we&#39;ll put functionality and fashion aside for a moment to celebrate woven cloth, and the structures used to create it.Twills, herringbones, dogtooth, hopsack - typically part of a functional product, a garment or home furnishing - now shown in a different setting, as artworks, to be displayed and admired as a painting or a sculpture would be.We&rsquo;ll take our time to learn about the history of the fabrics we are weaving, and why it&#39;s important to challenge the mentality around fast fashion.Though first developed for its functionality, weaving has long been practiced as a form of expression, like many other artistic disciplines - but in today&#39;s fast paced fashion culture, we have started to think of textiles as &#39;disposable&rsquo; - and the craft of weaving is perceived as devalued.Through these weavings, we&rsquo;ll re-familiarise ourselves with the human input that goes into our clothing, and the skill, patience and craftsmanship of the makers.These little woven studies are magical to do, and using a needle and thread is a great exercise for getting to grips with the basics of weaving without the complexity of the loom.If you would like to purchase a materials kit, please get in touch with me well in advance of the workshop date.If you&#39;d prefer to gather your own materials, you will need:- Three bases to weave around (I use A6 pieces of birch plywood, (postcard size) with 3mm thickness but you can use anything vaguely rectangular or square, just make sure its strong and won&#39;t bend. Tiles work well, old coasters, slate, some people have even used old books and record sleeves!)- Double sided tape- A needle (a regular sharp one will be fine, but I use a flat &#39;bodkin&#39; needle)- Yarn! You can use any yarn for this, though I would suggest starting with something on the thicker side. I will be demonstrating the first design using rug wool. Then I will move onto a regular knitting wool thickness, and then on to cotton embroidery floss (6 ply)- Simulations of the woven structures to use as a guide (these will be sent out by email for you to print at home)- Scissors (not your best fabric scissors, as we will be using these to cut tape)- Pencil- Ruler A Zoom link will be sent to participants by email upon booking.You will receive&nbsp;instruction manuals&nbsp;a week prior to the workshop, so that you can familiarise yourself with the methodA video recording of the workshop will be available afterwards, that you can look back on as many times as you like, at your own pace.

Learn how to weave without a loom, using a wooden board, and a needle and thread!
Whether you’re a seasoned weaver or a total beginner, these little creations are magical to do - and better yet, you can do it from your sofa!
Discover a new skill, meet like-minded people and enjoy the rewarding feeling of having made something beautiful from scratch.
In this workshop we'll put functionality and fashion aside for a moment to celebrate woven cloth, and the structures used to create it.
Twills, herringbones, dogtooth, hopsack - typically part of a functional product, a garment or home furnishing - now shown in a different setting, as artworks, to be displayed and admired as a painting or a sculpture would be.
We’ll take our time to learn about the history of the fabrics we are weaving, and why it's important to challenge the mentality around fast fashion.
Though first developed for its functionality, weaving has long been practiced as a form of expression, like many other artistic disciplines - but in today's fast paced fashion culture, we have started to think of textiles as 'disposable’ - and the craft of weaving is perceived as devalued.
Through these weavings, we’ll re-familiarise ourselves with the human input that goes into our clothing, and the skill, patience and craftsmanship of the makers.
These little woven studies are magical to do, and using a needle and thread is a great exercise for getting to grips with the basics of weaving without the complexity of the loom.
If you would like to purchase a materials kit, please get in touch with me well in advance of the workshop date.
If you'd prefer to gather your own materials, you will need:
- Three bases to weave around (I use A6 pieces of birch plywood, (postcard size) with 3mm thickness but you can use anything vaguely rectangular or square, just make sure its strong and won't bend. Tiles work well, old coasters, slate, some people have even used old books and record sleeves!)
- Double sided tape
- A needle (a regular sharp one will be fine, but I use a flat 'bodkin' needle)
- Yarn! You can use any yarn for this, though I would suggest starting with something on the thicker side. I will be demonstrating the first design using rug wool. Then I will move onto a regular knitting wool thickness, and then on to cotton embroidery floss (6 ply)
- Simulations of the woven structures to use as a guide (these will be sent out by email for you to print at home)
- Scissors (not your best fabric scissors, as we will be using these to cut tape)
- Pencil
- Ruler


A Zoom link will be sent to participants by email upon booking.
You will receive instruction manuals a week prior to the workshop, so that you can familiarise yourself with the method
A video recording of the workshop will be available afterwards, that you can look back on as many times as you like, at your own pace.

Lark & Bower

Learn to weave, 'off-loom' with Sarah Ward, via Zoom

Off-Loom Weaving Workshop

Online Course Tackling Sustainability & Climate Change in Textiles Education
ONLINE ON-DEMAND
FEES: FULL COURSE £35



Online Course Tackling Sustainability & Climate Change  & How we can deliver this through a textiles lens


This course uses presentations and materials collated for the Textiles Action For A Sustainable Future conference in June 2023. It focuses on sustainability and climate change, and how textiles education can make practical differences, using case studies approaches from businesses, NGOs and teachers.




Climate Stripes created by Professor Ed Hawkins at the University of Reading (2018)
Showing how global average temperatures have risen over nearly two centuries.
The UK Government legislation to meet net zero by 2050, involves us all to act in order to achieve the 25 Year Environment Plan and Net Zero Strategy. This includes the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals and UNESCO’s ‘Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) for 2030’, which sets out the key role of education in the successful achievement of the goals.



 Contributors include:
WAYNE HEMINGWAY (Hemingway Design)
MET OFFICE - Dr Jane Strachan (Head of Internatioanl Applied Science and Services) & Emily Barker (Flood Forecasting Centre)
PRIMARK - Lynne Walker (Director PRIMARK CARES); Nicholas Lambert & Vicki Swain (Primark Cares Team)
MARKS & SPENCER - Simran Virk (Sustainability Manager) & Daniel Mountford (Sustainability Coordinator)
FASHION ENTER LTD. - Jenny Holloway (CEO Fashion Enter Ltd.)
SUSTAINABLE FASHION WEEK - Amelia Twine (Founder/Director)
REPAIR WHAT YOU WEAR - Ros Studd (co-Founder)
READING UNIVERSITY - Dr Jo Anna Reed Johnson - (School Director of Climate & Sustainability); Graham Goldthorpe (PGCE Subject leader for D&T); Melanie Jay (PGCE Subject Leader for Art & Design)
GREEN SCHOOLS PROJECT - Henry Greenwood 
RACHEL ADDY - D&T Textiles teacher and Sustainability Lead at Marlow School
KATE TURNBULL - HOD Fashion & Textiles at Headington School, Oxford





UK GOVERNMENT POLICY PAPER: Sustainability and Climate Change: A strategy for the education and children’s services systems.
Published 21 April 2022
Education is crucial in equipping and empowering children and young people with the tools to tackle the climate change challenge. This event aims to give up-to-date information, advice and practical guidance on integrating climate education into D&T and Art & Design Textiles courses. 
This course looks at the Fashion & Textiles industry and the British schools curriculum, with presentations from sustainability experts from high street clothing brands such as PRIMARK & Marks & Spencers, designers, manufacturers and education, talking about and giving examples of how they are tackling the challenges of becoming climate and environmentally friendly. They identify and outline how a step change in climate and sustainability education can be made, so that young people have the skills and knowledge needed for the twenty-first century.
The course also looks at the NATIONAL CLIMATE EDUCATION ACTION PLAN which emerged from the Climate Education Summit in September 2021, organised by Reading University, one of the world's leading centres for the study of climate.






The aims are to:
Understand the current global issues of sustainability and climate change
Focus on the sustainability agenda for textiles education
Look at case studies of high-street brands and how they are tackling these issues
Look at the current national education agenda and how this directly affects what we do
Explore practical ways in which the textile teaching community can integrate sustainability and climate change education in the classroom
Look at how we can provide life changing opportunities for all pupils.



Why is this important?
Currently, young people in the UK face a ‘lottery’ with regards to climate/sustainability education and subjects, such as textiles, which desperately needs perceptions and attitudes changing. The textiles industry is one of the largest polluters, users of valuable resources and producers of waste. Young people, teachers, and experts from across a breadth of subjects are calling for change and textiles teaching can support this.
There is a huge need for essential skills and knowledge, to prepare for the challenges of a changing climate, to be taught across the curriculum. Appropriate training and support for all staff within schools and colleges, including teachers, leaders and governors, is also essential.
Climate and sustainability are such important issues and we hope to update you on what is already happening both nationally and locally and support you in delivering this through your teaching.

Ravelry:  Original Tempestry Instructions - by Emily McNeil

The Knitting Map (Jools Gilson and Richard Povall, Cork 2005)


Ravelry:   https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/original-tempestry-instructions

The Tempestry Project combines fibre art and climate data to visually represent temperature trends through knitted or crocheted tapestries, known as “Tempestries.” Each piece reflects daily high temperatures for a specific year and location—starting with January at the bottom and ending with December at the top, much like a vertical bar graph. Standardized yarn colors and temperature ranges ensure consistency across all Tempestries, creating a powerful and personal way to engage with climate change data.




Why do this course?
Get updates about the global and national picture and what this means to you and your school
Take away strategies and tips to implement directly back at school - from introducing sustainability and climate education to delivery in modern textiles classes
Listen to a range of inspirational speakers
Focus on your professional development
 



Textiles Skills Centre

Textiles

Secondary Teaching

Fashion Design

Teaching & Training

An online course for understand and implementing climate change and sustainability in textiles education.

Sustainability & Climate Change in Textiles Education (Online On-Demand)

CREATING WITH DISSOLVABLE FABRIC + NICKY SIMPSONONLINE ON-DEMANDFEES:&nbsp; FULL COURSE &pound;35Unlock your creativity with our innovative dissolvable fabric online course! Join textile artist&nbsp;NICKY SIMPSON in a series of engaging video tutorials, perfect for learning at your own pace. The effect of this technique can look like lace, created with free hand machine embroidery. Designs can be formed from your own drawn designs, or with adding haberdashery. They can also be formed into 3D shapes! Start creating today!&nbsp;WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:This short course is suitable for anyone interested in learning a new exciting and fun textile skill. There are video tutorials, downloadable step-by-step guides and other resources to support you throughout the course. <img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/6ccb3b7b-0479-4edf-98f6-c0195235e1d5/original.jpeg" style="width: 602px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 602px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> <hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">WHAT TO EXPECT:This is a online course which offers a series of short video tutorials, where you can practice alongside Nicky. Each video can be paused and rewound. There are also downloadable step-by-step guides that accompany each tutorial.Video Tutorial 1: One Layer Sample Video Tutorial 2: Sandwich of Threads Video Tutorial 3: Nature Inspired Video Tutorial 4: 3D Outcomes &nbsp; <hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">WHAT YOU WILL NEED:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; box-sizing: border-box;" type="disc" fr-original-style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-top:0cm;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Dissolvable fabric</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Sewing machine with free hand capacity&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Wooden embroidery hoop</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Variety of thread colours to match theme&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Scraps bag of haberdashery and threads, ribbons etc</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Bowl of warm water to dissolve fabric</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Plastic flat base for drying fabric <img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/5c170e67-7907-4faa-ac0f-08c6024333f7/original.jpeg" style="width: 622px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 622px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> <hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"> LEARNING OUTCOMES:</li></ul><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.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Create exciting lace effect techniques</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">An artistic activity created with your sewing machine</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Artistic activities provide an outlet for self-expression, whether you are an artist or not, creative expression promotes positive well-being</li></ul><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span contenteditable="false" style="width: 665px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; max-width: 100%; position: relative;" draggable="false" fr-original-style="width: 665px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-img-caption fr-draggable"><img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/3ac2f1ac-9829-498b-94c0-fa9086638ead/original.jpeg" style="width: 665px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 665px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><span contenteditable="true" fr-original-style="" style="outline: transparent solid 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: auto; opacity: 0.9; padding: 5px 5px 10px; text-align: center; width: 100%;" fr-original-class="fr-inner">DISSOLVABLE FABRIC-3D OUTCOMES</div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">COURSE DEVELOPER</div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: left; box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: left;">Nicky Simpson&nbsp;BA(Hons) Textiles Design: Specialising in print.</div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/a8281a15-48a5-47dd-9056-7e382d674af0/original.jpeg" style="width: 229px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: left; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 229px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: left; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable wysiwyg_padded_img_cls">&nbsp; This course has been developed by NICKY SIMPSON who has &nbsp; developed many face-to-face and online courses, as well as &nbsp; delivering workshops in schools, at Festival Of Quilts, Knitting &amp; Stitching Show, Stitch Festival and for the National Trust. </div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: left; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: left;"> </div>Nicky&rsquo;s own work is creating arts and craft mostly with a heat press, featuring both machine and hand embroidery. Much of her work incorporates the flora found naturally in our beautiful English countryside.&nbsp; <hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Feedback for other online courses developed by Nicky:&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&#39;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&#39;t wait to experiment more.&#39;</div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">Other Online Courses:-The following short course on Free Hand Machine Embroidery will be very useful to create the techniques on this course.Introduction To Free Hand Machine Embroidery<a href="https://www.textilesskillscentre.com/online-courses-for-teachers/?layout=grid&list=96588471-8ca5-4913-8623-d58739587566&cadpath=textiles-skills-centre%2Fintro-free-embroidery" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">Online Courses (For Teachers) - Textiles Skills Centre</a><img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/5d986705-6ef9-4955-9b1b-8050d944a560/original.png" style="width: 501px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 501px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">

CREATING WITH DISSOLVABLE FABRIC + NICKY SIMPSON
ONLINE ON-DEMAND
FEES: FULL COURSE £35
Unlock your creativity with our innovative dissolvable fabric online course! Join textile artist NICKY SIMPSON in a series of engaging video tutorials, perfect for learning at your own pace. The effect of this technique can look like lace, created with free hand machine embroidery. Designs can be formed from your own drawn designs, or with adding haberdashery. They can also be formed into 3D shapes! Start creating today! 
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This short course is suitable for anyone interested in learning a new exciting and fun textile skill. There are video tutorials, downloadable step-by-step guides and other resources to support you throughout the course.




WHAT TO EXPECT:
This is a online course which offers a series of short video tutorials, where you can practice alongside Nicky. Each video can be paused and rewound. There are also downloadable step-by-step guides that accompany each tutorial.
Video Tutorial 1: One Layer Sample
Video Tutorial 2: Sandwich of Threads
Video Tutorial 3: Nature Inspired
Video Tutorial 4: 3D Outcomes
 



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Dissolvable fabric
Sewing machine with free hand capacity
Wooden embroidery hoop
Variety of thread colours to match theme
Scraps bag of haberdashery and threads, ribbons etc
Bowl of warm water to dissolve fabric

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Learn and practice a new and exciting skill.
Develop confidence and enhance your skills.
Create exciting lace effect techniques
An artistic activity created with your sewing machine
Artistic activities provide an outlet for self-expression, whether you are an artist or not, creative expression promotes positive well-being



COURSE DEVELOPER Nicky Simpson BA(Hons) Textiles Design: Specialising in print.

This course has been developed by NICKY SIMPSON who has developed many face-to-face and online courses, as well as delivering workshops in schools, at Festival Of Quilts, Knitting & Stitching Show, Stitch Festival and for the National Trust.
Nicky’s own work is creating arts and craft mostly with a heat press, featuring both machine and hand embroidery. Much of her work incorporates the flora found naturally in our beautiful English countryside. 





Feedback for other online courses developed by Nicky: '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.'



Other Online Courses:-
The following short course on Free Hand Machine Embroidery will be very useful to create the techniques on this course.
Introduction To Free Hand Machine Embroidery
Online Courses (For Teachers) - Textiles Skills Centre







Short online course showing creative methods of using dissolvable fabric in Art Textiles.

Creating with Dissolvable Fabric (Online On-Demand)

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.
 

Rosina Godwin

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

Knitting the Rainbow

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

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

Inspired by the body, the workshop explores creating simple 3D shapes and biomorphic forms.
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Playing with colour and texture</li>
<li>Making apertures and adding removable appendages</li>
<li>Soft sculpture and experimental fillings</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
The session includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation, plus samples and demonstrations to inspire further ideas for after the session.
&nbsp;
Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating a small experimental piece (which can be completed after class) &ndash; however many of the techniques could be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
&nbsp;
What attendees will need: -
<ul>
<li>Knitting needles, double pointed knitting needles and conventional knitting needles or crochet hooks.</li>
<li>Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them, plus any with interesting textures.</li>
<li>Stuffing, conventional polyester cushion stuffing, woollen fleece or shredded paper.</li>
<li>Haberdasheries, including ribbon, sequins, beads, buttons, felt, etc to decorate your piece.</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 the body, the workshop explores creating simple 3D shapes and biomorphic forms.
 
Playing with colour and texture
Making apertures and adding removable appendages
Soft sculpture and experimental fillings
 
The session includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation, plus samples and demonstrations to inspire further ideas for 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 a small experimental piece (which can be completed after class) – however many of the techniques could be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
 
What attendees will need: -
Knitting needles, double pointed knitting needles and conventional knitting needles or crochet hooks.
Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them, plus any with interesting textures.
Stuffing, conventional polyester cushion stuffing, woollen fleece or shredded paper.
Haberdasheries, including ribbon, sequins, beads, buttons, felt, etc to decorate your piece.
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.
 

Knit your own imaginary creature, while exploring both colour and texture using simple knitting techniques!

Knitting Imaginary Creatures

Explore the creative potential of knitting to make artwork and sculpture, using simple techniques and unconventional materials.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Knitting with unconventional materials (wire, garden twine, string), fancy and neon yarns</li>
<li>Making yarns from strips of fabric, plastic and paper</li>
<li>Threading beads, buttons or fabric onto the yarn</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
There will be demonstrations of knitting and yarn making techniques, and discussions on applying experimental materials such as paper pulp and acrylic gel.&nbsp; The class includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation, plus samples and demonstrations to inspire further ideas for after the session.
&nbsp;
All levels of ability are welcome.&nbsp; The workshop is aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles or mixed media sculpture, wishing to explore the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece.
&nbsp;
Materials and equipment: -
<ul>
<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks, ideally larger sized needles or hooks 6mm or more</li>
<li>Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn, plus string, garden twine, braid, thin ribbon or lace, gift wrap tape, etc., could be used as an experimental yarn</li>
<li>Plastic bags, carrier bags and clean food wrappers such as bread bags or frozen food bags</li>
<li>Fabric, a closely woven cotton fabric, jersey T-shirt fabric, or an unwanted garment</li>
<li>Paper, newspaper, brown paper, tissue paper, old wrapping paper, etc</li>
<li>Beads, buttons, sequins, small scraps of fabric, anything which can be threaded onto a yarn</li>
<li>Scissors, for both fabric and paper</li>
<li>Hand Needles, preferably large-eyed tapestry needles</li>
<li>Thread, for hand sewing</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Explore the creative potential of knitting to make artwork and sculpture, using simple techniques and unconventional materials. 
 
Knitting with unconventional materials (wire, garden twine, string), fancy and neon yarns
Making yarns from strips of fabric, plastic and paper
Threading beads, buttons or fabric onto the yarn
 
There will be demonstrations of knitting and yarn making techniques, and discussions on applying experimental materials such as paper pulp and acrylic gel. The class includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation, plus samples and demonstrations to inspire further ideas for 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: -
Knitting needles or crochet hooks, ideally larger sized needles or hooks 6mm or more
Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn, plus string, garden twine, braid, thin ribbon or lace, gift wrap tape, etc., could be used as an experimental yarn
Plastic bags, carrier bags and clean food wrappers such as bread bags or frozen food bags
Fabric, a closely woven cotton fabric, jersey T-shirt fabric, or an unwanted garment
Paper, newspaper, brown paper, tissue paper, old wrapping paper, etc
Beads, buttons, sequins, small scraps of fabric, anything which can be threaded onto a yarn
Scissors, for both fabric and paper
Hand Needles, preferably large-eyed tapestry needles
Thread, for hand sewing
Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.
 

Material Adventures in Knitting is an experimental workshop exploring the potential of simple techniques and unconventional materials.

Material Adventures in Knitting

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.
 

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

Neon Knits

Early Bird Workshop Ticket

Explore the sculptural possibilities of knitting using simple techniques, with both conventional yarns and experimental materials.
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Creating 3D forms with ordinary knitting needles, plus circular and double pointed needles</li>
<li>Building structures with multiples</li>
<li>Shaping forms with a felting needle</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
There will be demonstrations of knitting and needle felting techniques, advice on fillings for soft sculpture, and a discussion on combining plaster to textiles.&nbsp; The class also includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation showing to inspire further ideas after the session.
&nbsp;
All levels of ability are welcome.&nbsp; The workshop is aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles or mixed media sculpture, wishing to explore the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece.
&nbsp;&nbsp;
Materials and equipment: -
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;Knitting needles or crochet hooks, ideally to match the size of the yarn; plus double pointed knitting needles if you have them.</li>
<li>Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn, although thicker yarns such as 4ply, DK, Arun, Chunky and Super Chunky, would work best.&nbsp; Also string, jute or garden twine, and felting yarns if you have them.</li>
<li>Scissors, for cutting threads</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam.&nbsp; Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Explore the sculptural possibilities of knitting using simple techniques, with both conventional yarns and experimental materials.
 
Creating 3D forms with ordinary knitting needles, plus circular and double pointed needles
Building structures with multiples
Shaping forms with a felting needle
 
There will be demonstrations of knitting and needle felting techniques, advice on fillings for soft sculpture, and a discussion on combining plaster to textiles. The class also includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation showing 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: -
Knitting needles or crochet hooks, ideally to match the size of the yarn; plus double pointed knitting needles if you have them.
Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn, although thicker yarns such as 4ply, DK, Arun, Chunky and Super Chunky, would work best. Also string, jute or garden twine, and felting yarns if you have them.
Scissors, for cutting threads
Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.
 

Knitted Sculpture is an experimental workshop focusing on making three dimensional pieces using simple techniques.

Knitted Sculpture

This kit and tutorials cover the equivalent of a 2 day workshop and will get you from beginner knitting skills (casting on, knit, pearl, casting off) to a confident intermediate level. You will explore a variety of more complex and decorative stitches as well as looking at more complex patterns for projects. You can then move onto altering patterns, converting patterns and designing and writing your own! You can even email to ask questions and get some more help.Please allow 7-10 days for your kit. Once your kit is on the way you will receive a link for your tutorials.I'm always available in between to help and answer questions.
What's included: Needles, Yarn, Needle, Project Bag, Patterns, Tutorials
You will need: Access to WiFi, screen and sound. Scissors and a bowl (optional!).

Rachel Ellen

Learning To Learn

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Take your knitting skills to new heights with our Intermediate On-Demand Knitting Course, perfect for those ready to expand their craft while nurturing their wellbeing. Led by an experienced tutor who brings a wealth of knowledge and creativity to each lesson, this course offers detailed, step-by-step video tutorials on advanced techniques, intricate patterns, and more challenging projects. Ideal for knitters who have mastered the basics, you'll learn to create more complex and beautiful pieces, all while enjoying the calming and meditative benefits of knitting. Enhance your skills, boost your creativity, and experience the therapeutic joy of knitting with this comprehensive and inspiring course.

Knitting - Intermediate - Learn at Home in Your Own Time

This kit gives you all you need to get started on your knitting journey. The equivalent of 6, 2 hour sessions (including making time) you will start with learning the basics stitches and techniques and then move onto making knitted items and exploring more complex and decorative stitches. The skills include:- casting on- knit- pearl- cast off- picking up stitches- reading patterns- increasing- decreasing- decorative stitches. 
Please allow 7-10 days for your kit. Once your kit is on the way you will receive a link for your tutorials. I'm always available in between to help and answer questions.
What's included: Needles, Yarn, Needle, Project Bag, Patterns, Tutorials
You will need: Access to WiFi, screen and sound. Scissors and a bowl (optional!).

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Embrace the calming art of knitting with our On-Demand Knitting Course, designed to boost your wellbeing while teaching you this timeless craft. Led by an experienced tutor with a passion for knitting, this course offers clear, step-by-step video tutorials that guide you through each stitch, pattern, and project at your own pace. Perfect for beginners and those looking to deepen their skills, knitting is not only a creative outlet but also a proven way to reduce stress and promote mindfulness. Whether you're making cozy garments, accessories, or thoughtful gifts, this course will help you knit your way to relaxation and joy.

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