Name: Simple Pattern Drafting (BARNSLEY)
Price: 215 GBP
Availability: InStock

 Barnsley

Venue: NETHERWOOD ACADEMY, Dove Valley Way, Wombwell, Barnsley, S73 8FE
Date:     SATURDAY 28th JUNE 2025
Time:     9.30 - 15.30
FEE:       £ 215 / DAY (+ Cademy Fee)



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS, STUDENTS(UNDER 19) & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
Discounts available - Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



An Exciting Practical Face-to-Face Course Learning Heat Press Textile Techniques 
This is a totally practical day of workshops, doing a large variety of Heat Press Techniques for Textiles. This course is aimed at anyone wanting to learn and try out a variety of techniques. Especially good for Textile and Art teachers who are either new to teaching GCSE/A Level Art & Design or those who want to add to their resources, by spending a whole day developing exciting new ideas and getting the most out of your heat press. These will be linked to themes, artists and designers.
Learn and practice new and exciting skills that will enhance your teaching
Develop learning from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
Using a heat press to create exciting, quick and easily achieved textile techniques, including bondaweb, plastics, pleating and weaving.
Practice techniques using a heat press with both transfer paints and dyes on a variety of fabric bases from polyesters to PVC.
How a heat press can be used to develop ideas through themes
Practice taking these techniques through the development and refining process
Mark making using a heat press for textile design




What to expect on the day:
Learn, practice and create a range of new and exciting techniques
How to link heat press techniques to artists and themes through creative practical workshops
Creating with a heat press at KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
Using a heat press for mark making in which students can explore, investigate and express ideas related to their primary sources
Techniques and processes across all areas of study including constructed, printed, digital and fashion.
Using a heat press on and for constructed techniques.
Looking at refined ideas and final outcomes with exemplars
Looking at easily achievable themes.
Links to KS4 Art & design Specifications:‘students will be able to contextualize their research and ideas, drawing inspiration from artists and designers. Students will also evaluate the art, craft and design they study, and develop an appreciation of the impact it has on their own work and that of others.’




What you take back with you:
A jammed packed range of samples, ideas and inspiration
Great, easily achievable ideas to enhance your teaching
Develop best practices in teaching and learning and be able to use these to create a dynamic course that is fast paced and engaging.
An awareness of available resources to support/expand your existing practice.
Make secure decisions and save time with gained knowledge and experience.
Plan the future with confidence.
Continued professional development.
We aim to ‘inspire, challenge and motivate every student, no matter what their level of ability, while supporting you in developing creative and engaging lessons.’ (Art and Design spec (AQA))



What is special about the Heat Press Techniques Course?
The Heat Press Techniques face-to-face course is an experience that delivers textiles skills, knowledge and understanding. It is a great learning environment which allows you to gain new skills and techniques, showing how these can be incorporated in lesson plans and delivered in a fun, inspiring and engaging way. You can ask questions direct to the course developer/leader, practice skills, create a sketchbook resource for the classroom and network with other teachers.



Course Developer and Leader: NICKY SIMPSON
Your course leader is NICKY SIMPSON, a contemporary textiles artist, who has 12 years teaching experience, heading up Fashion & Textiles at a school in Kent. She has taught Art & Design Textiles at GCSE and A Level, Design and Technology/Textiles at GCSE & A Level and BTEC Level 3 Fashion. 
Her last set of grades were: A Level 100% A-A*; GCSE 70% A-A* (100% A*-B). She had a previous 22-year career as a print designer and colourist, creating print ranges for the international market. For the past 8 years Nicky has been a workshop developer and leader for the online and F2F courses for Textile and Art teachers on behalf of the Textile Skills Centre, including pattern development. Nicky has mentored many graduate trainees, and now mentors many fellow teachers through the TSC mentorship programme.

What other teachers have said about Nicky's workshops:
'Having been to one of Nicky's workshops, I used one of her lessons and received an 'Outstanding' observation.'
'Superb day - so inspirational! So much covered and a LOT of new skills learnt. Thanks!!'
'Loads of info which was GREAT. All really useful & relevant. Brilliant starting point for newish Art & Design teacher. Thank you so much.'
'Fabulous presenter. Gave loads + loads of information and ideas. I feel really inspired! Loved the practical samples we did. Would highly recommend!
'A great course with lots of hands-on sampling. Great idea to hold it in a school which is much more realistic than an outside venue, gives ideas on taking creative inspiration back to the classroom'.
'Fantastic day, really useful and applicable to both Art and D&T subjects. Thanks!'



Moderator’s comments:
“Textile candidates’ personal portfolios were brimming with ideas, experiments and references to textile and fashion designers as well as fine artists. Overall, the submission was exceptional in the engagement and industry and imaginative use of materials.’ 
'In Textiles, the standard of the work was outstanding…The course structure was strong. Finished pieces were often exciting and innovative. The individuality of the candidates was clearly seen in the diversity of colours, styles and techniques carefully annotated in work books and then displayed in the final outcomes.”
“The course gave candidates a very strong framework on which to build a response to the theme. Ideas were developed showing depth and thought so that the work of the highest achieving candidates was original, creative and in-depth.” 







COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 215 / DAY (+ Cademy Fee)



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
Discounts available - Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



All of the Textile Skills Centre events are ticket only and payable IN ADVANCE. The Textiles Skills Centre uses Cademy to automate the bookings via credit card and cheque/BACS. When you book you will receive by email a booking confirmation. If you need an invoice sent to school please email us to request one. NB Textiles Skills Centre is NOT VAT registered.
PLEASE NOTE your booking confirmation and ticket will be emailed to both the delegate and person purchasing. If you do not receive your ticket it is most commonly caused by typing your email address incorrectly, or it is in your SPAM folder. Please check your booking carefully. It is VERY important that your school finance manager supplies your full name and PERSONAL SCHOOL email so that we are able to send you joining instructions and further details. If we only receive the ‘school office’ email address, we have found in the past that this delays information getting to you or information is not passed on. 
If you have any queries, please email us at: info@textileskillscentre.com, and include your phone number and/or email so that we can contact you easily.

Textiles Skills Centre

Textiles

Arts & Crafts

Fashion Crafts

An Exciting Practical Face to Face Course working with a heat press, for anyone wanting to learn new textile skills and techniques.

Heat Press Techniques for Textiles (BARNSLEY)

General admission

<div style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><main fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><article fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><h1 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Do you yearn to be more creative and want to have fun whilst learning?</h1><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Francesca Wyllie (BA Hons Fine Art) has an amazing north-facing art studio at El Retiro in Andalucia, which was purpose-built to accommodate painting groups. Bespoke painting and sculpture workshops can be arranged or Francesca can travel locally to guide you in your own studios or locations.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">There are some fabulous painting and sketching locations for plein-air painting around the old Cortijo which is situated 750 metres high in the olive groves. With mountain views and a variety of plants and trees, which include oranges, lemons, pomegranates, figs and grapes. The eco-swimming pool is also a great place to sketch and paint with water lilies, iris, marginal plants and a small waterfall.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Locations locally include the Watermill walk at Algarinejo, the lake at Iznajar, any of the local towns and of course further afield in Granada, Cordoba and Malaga.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Francesca Wyllie is a very experienced tutor and has led many workshops with groups and one-to-one classes. No previous experience is necessary and tuition can cater for all levels. Just come with a positive outlook!</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Unlocking creative potential</strong>&nbsp;is her speciality and some workshops will be a special blend of loosening up artistic techniques, mindfulness and yoga to bring a holistic approach to the workshops. This will break down any barriers, fears, or self-doubt you may have, to release your creative potential and bring back a playful love for creating art.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Francesca has taught for many years in the following fields:</p><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Sketching</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Watercolours</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Painting in Oils and Acrylics</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Painting en Plein Air (out on location and weather dependant!)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Digital Painting using the ArtRage App</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Life Drawing</li></ul><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">To book a course please use the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wylliefoxart.uk/contact/" style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">contact form&nbsp;</a>stating your preferred date and which course you would be interested in. Francesca will then contact you directly to discuss your requirements.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Your course will be booked on receipt of the full fee and payment instructions will be sent by email.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Gift certificates for painting tuition are also available!</p><figure fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.wylliefoxart.uk/iznajar-october-2021-painting-en-plein-air-competition/2e783699-16b2-47f7-86f0-b1b9781d8d3f-1/" style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><img width="115" height="96" src="https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2E783699-16B2-47F7-86F0-B1B9781D8D3F-1-e1660755959947.jpeg" alt="" srcset="https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2E783699-16B2-47F7-86F0-B1B9781D8D3F-1-e1660755959947.jpeg 560w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2E783699-16B2-47F7-86F0-B1B9781D8D3F-1-e1660755959947-350x291.jpeg 350w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2E783699-16B2-47F7-86F0-B1B9781D8D3F-1-e1660755959947-300x250.jpeg 300w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2E783699-16B2-47F7-86F0-B1B9781D8D3F-1-e1660755959947-320x266.jpeg 320w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2E783699-16B2-47F7-86F0-B1B9781D8D3F-1-e1660755959947-480x399.jpeg 480w" sizes="100vw" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;"></a><figcaption style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">Iznajar painting on location</figcaption></figure><figure fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.wylliefoxart.uk/wyllie-fox-art-tuition/img_1328/" style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><img width="128" height="96" src="https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_1328.jpeg" alt="" srcset="https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_1328.jpeg 2048w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_1328-350x263.jpeg 350w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_1328-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_1328-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_1328-600x450.jpeg 600w" sizes="100vw" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;"></a><figcaption style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">The Incoming Tide</figcaption></figure><figure fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.wylliefoxart.uk/img_2273-jpg/" style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><img width="128" height="96" src="https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_2273-scaled-e1604517440426.jpg" alt="" srcset="https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_2273-scaled-e1604517440426.jpg 1000w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_2273-scaled-e1604517440426-350x263.jpg 350w, https://usercontent.one/wp/www.wylliefoxart.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_2273-scaled-e1604517440426-600x450.jpg 600w" sizes="100vw" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;"></a><figcaption style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">Nearby view, Algarinejo</figcaption></figure><h2 style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(102, 102, 102);"><b fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Art Tuition Fees:</b></h2><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Painting tuition starts at &euro;30 per hour per person and includes some materials and refreshments.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Courses are a minimum of 1 1/2 hours and are normally held on weekends.</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">There will be a discount applied for group bookings fees of over 2 people of 20% and of 50% for over 4 people.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Sketching</strong>&nbsp;&ndash; you will receive a free sketchbook, pencils and refreshments &ndash; cost &euro;30 per hour.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Watercolours, Oils and Acrylics</strong>&nbsp;painting including Plein Air painting in the near vicinity will be &euro;30 per hour for watercolours and &euro;35 per hour for Oils and Acrylics and will include one board or watercolour sheet, plus use of materials and brushes.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">You are also welcome to bring your own materials too.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Digital Painting</strong>&nbsp;&ndash; You may need to pre-install the Artrage app on an IPad or tablet prior to the workshop. Francesca can guide you with this. The Artrage app is normally available for under &euro;5 for IPad. Workshops are charged at &euro;30 per hour<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Life Drawing</strong>&nbsp;for groups with a minimum of 6 people. Price on application.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">All workshops will usually include helpful pdf guides for tips on materials and techniques.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><b fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Other venues:</b></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Do you require a workshop to be held in a specific location or in your own home? This can all be arranged but may involve extra fees to cover travel time and fuel costs. This will all be agreed with you in advance.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Francesca loves to paint on location and has held many painting and Ipad painting workshops. She is also available for artists&rsquo; talks.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Accessibility</strong>&nbsp;&ndash; The studio does have a wheelchair-accessible ramp though some rooms do have steps up to them. Please discuss your needs prior to your visit using the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wylliefoxart.uk/contact/" style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: inherit; cursor: pointer;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Contact form</a>&nbsp;and we will try to accommodate you.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Should you wish Francesca to travel to you this can be a good solution. We will look for the most suitable venue for you and do not wish to place any barriers to you unleashing your creative potential.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Cancellation Policy</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Sometimes stuff happens and life gets in the way. You can cancel your tuition booking 2 weeks before your course and can contact Francesca to discuss an alternative date. Should this not be possible or a suitable date not be available you will receive a full refund. Bookings cancelled with under a week&rsquo;s notice will incur a cancellation fee of 50% of the full booking.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">In the event of the course being cancelled* due to bad weather or should the Artist find herself ill in bed, (this rarely happens as she is quite hardy), you will be refunded in full or an agreed alternative date will be given.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">*During the Covid outbreak, payments should only be made two weeks prior to the course date to avoid potential problems with lockdowns or new social distancing rules. &nbsp;Please can you discuss any arrangements with the Artist for the wearing of face masks or any other special requirements, medical / allergy matters.</p></article></main></div><footer style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"><aside fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><nav fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></ul></nav></section></aside></footer>

Do you yearn to be more creative and want to have fun whilst learning?
Francesca Wyllie (BA Hons Fine Art) has an amazing north-facing art studio at El Retiro in Andalucia, which was purpose-built to accommodate painting groups. Bespoke painting and sculpture workshops can be arranged or Francesca can travel locally to guide you in your own studios or locations.
There are some fabulous painting and sketching locations for plein-air painting around the old Cortijo which is situated 750 metres high in the olive groves. With mountain views and a variety of plants and trees, which include oranges, lemons, pomegranates, figs and grapes. The eco-swimming pool is also a great place to sketch and paint with water lilies, iris, marginal plants and a small waterfall.
Locations locally include the Watermill walk at Algarinejo, the lake at Iznajar, any of the local towns and of course further afield in Granada, Cordoba and Malaga.
Francesca Wyllie is a very experienced tutor and has led many workshops with groups and one-to-one classes. No previous experience is necessary and tuition can cater for all levels. Just come with a positive outlook!
Unlocking creative potential is her speciality and some workshops will be a special blend of loosening up artistic techniques, mindfulness and yoga to bring a holistic approach to the workshops. This will break down any barriers, fears, or self-doubt you may have, to release your creative potential and bring back a playful love for creating art.
Francesca has taught for many years in the following fields:
Sketching
Watercolours
Painting in Oils and Acrylics
Painting en Plein Air (out on location and weather dependant!)
Digital Painting using the ArtRage App
Life Drawing
To book a course please use the contact formstating your preferred date and which course you would be interested in. Francesca will then contact you directly to discuss your requirements.
Your course will be booked on receipt of the full fee and payment instructions will be sent by email.
Gift certificates for painting tuition are also available!

Iznajar painting on location

The Incoming Tide

Nearby view, Algarinejo
Art Tuition Fees:
Painting tuition starts at €30 per hour per person and includes some materials and refreshments.
Courses are a minimum of 1 1/2 hours and are normally held on weekends.
There will be a discount applied for group bookings fees of over 2 people of 20% and of 50% for over 4 people.
Sketching – you will receive a free sketchbook, pencils and refreshments – cost €30 per hour.
Watercolours, Oils and Acrylics painting including Plein Air painting in the near vicinity will be €30 per hour for watercolours and €35 per hour for Oils and Acrylics and will include one board or watercolour sheet, plus use of materials and brushes.
You are also welcome to bring your own materials too.
Digital Painting – You may need to pre-install the Artrage app on an IPad or tablet prior to the workshop. Francesca can guide you with this. The Artrage app is normally available for under €5 for IPad. Workshops are charged at €30 per hour
Life Drawing for groups with a minimum of 6 people. Price on application.
All workshops will usually include helpful pdf guides for tips on materials and techniques.
Other venues:
Do you require a workshop to be held in a specific location or in your own home? This can all be arranged but may involve extra fees to cover travel time and fuel costs. This will all be agreed with you in advance.
Francesca loves to paint on location and has held many painting and Ipad painting workshops. She is also available for artists’ talks.
Accessibility – The studio does have a wheelchair-accessible ramp though some rooms do have steps up to them. Please discuss your needs prior to your visit using the Contact form and we will try to accommodate you.
Should you wish Francesca to travel to you this can be a good solution. We will look for the most suitable venue for you and do not wish to place any barriers to you unleashing your creative potential.
Cancellation Policy
Sometimes stuff happens and life gets in the way. You can cancel your tuition booking 2 weeks before your course and can contact Francesca to discuss an alternative date. Should this not be possible or a suitable date not be available you will receive a full refund. Bookings cancelled with under a week’s notice will incur a cancellation fee of 50% of the full booking.
In the event of the course being cancelled* due to bad weather or should the Artist find herself ill in bed, (this rarely happens as she is quite hardy), you will be refunded in full or an agreed alternative date will be given.
*During the Covid outbreak, payments should only be made two weeks prior to the course date to avoid potential problems with lockdowns or new social distancing rules. Please can you discuss any arrangements with the Artist for the wearing of face masks or any other special requirements, medical / allergy matters.

Wyllie Fox Tuition

Drawing

Painting

Oil Painting

Sketching

Painting Skills & Techniques

Sculpture

Perspective Drawing

Life Drawing & Portraiture

Digital Drawing

Watercolour Painting

Acrylic Painting

Francesca Wyllie (BA Hons Fine Art) has an amazing north-facing art studio at El Retiro in Andalucia, which was purpose-built to accommodate painting groups. Bespoke painting and sculpture workshops can be arranged or Francesca can travel locally to guide you in your own studios or locations.

WYLLIE FOX ART TUITION

1h Course

Venue: NETHERWOOD ACADEMY, Dove Valley Way, Barnsley S73 8FE
Date:    Saturday 28th June 2025
Time:    9.30 - 15.30
COST:   £215 



A Simple Pattern Drafting Skills Course for those wanting to make patterns for themselves or others. Suitable for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Fashion & Textiles for both Art & Design and D&T.



A full day learning basic pattern drafting methods as used in industry, aimed at anyone wanting to learn how to develop basic blocks from scratch.
This course is open to anyone, not just teachers.



For Teachers: Excellent for teaching at KS3/4/5 - and great for A level students wanting to make their own garments. The course looks at methods and systems used in industry and how to correctly measure the body; create a basic block and practice some adaptions involved in pattern development. 
Support and ideas for delivering maths elements through textiles.
Classroom strategies and textile industry knowledge to underpin practical work.
Life long learning in continuing professional development.
Better understanding of industry practices and requirements to support delivery of KS4/5



What to expect on the day:
Learn and practice how to measure the body correctly.
Develop a skirt and simple bodice & sleeve block from your own measurements.
Create a toile from your skirt block and fit it.
Learn Pattern Drafting terminology and tools used.



For Teachers:
Links to KS3-4 D&T Specifications:
Develop the creative, technical and practical expertise needed to perform everyday tasks confidently and to participate successfully in an increasingly technological world.
Build and apply a repertoire of knowledge, understanding and skills in order to design and make high-quality prototypes and products for a wide range of users.
Select from and use specialist tools, techniques, processes, equipment and machinery precisely.
Select from and use a wider, more complex range of materials, components and ingredients, taking into account their properties.




What is special about the Simple Pattern Drafting Skills Course?
This face-to-face course is an experience that delivers textiles and fashion skills, knowledge and understanding. It is a great learning environment which allows you to gain new skills and techniques, showing how these can be incorporated in lesson plans and delivered in a fun, inspiring and engaging way. You can ask questions direct to the course developer/leader, practice skills, create classroom resources and network with other teachers.



Course Developer & leader: 
DAWN FOXALL

Dawn Foxall has 35 years’ experience in the textiles and garment industry including design consultant, schools presenter and resources developer for EMTEX; Fashion lecturer and programme developer at various UK Universities and FE colleges; course presenter for D&T Association, Key Stage Developments (KSD), SFE and other course providers.
She was a co-founder of Liv.co.uk, where she managed design, buying and sourcing from Fairtrade, organic suppliers in India and Egypt. She has since worked with brands such as LUSH Soaps and Weleda, sourcing ethical products and consulting for young designers and start-ups. In 2017 she launched her own knitwear brand FOXOLOGY designing and producing sustainably sourced collections. 
In 2015 Dawn set up the Textiles Skills Centre (formerly ‘Academy’) supporting textile teachers, delivering workshops and events. She continues to teach pattern cutting at various education and commercial establishments, as well as for Textiles Skills Centre and also drafts patterns and consults for industry.







COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 215 / DAY  (+ Cademy Fees)



*ALERT: ECT/TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF FUNDING TEACHERS, STUDENTS(UNDER 18)*
We offer discounts for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



All of the Textile Skills Centre events are ticket only and payable IN ADVANCE. The Textiles Skills Centre uses Cademy to automate the bookings via credit card and cheque/BACS. When you book you will receive by email a booking confirmation only. If you book by selecting 'Pay By Cheque/Invoice' you will receive an automated invoice to pay against. If you need further assistance with payment then please contact us by email or phone.
Further information will be sent to the 'booker' and the 'guest' attendee nearer to the time of the event.
It is VERY important that your school finance officer supplies your full name and PERSONAL SCHOOL EMAIL, so that we are able to send you joining instructions and further details. If we only receive the ‘school office’ email address, we have found that this delays information getting to you, or information is not passed on. 
If you have any queries, please email us at: info@textileskillscentre.com, and include your phone number and/or email so that we can contact you easily.

Pattern Making

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A simple pattern drafting course for anyone wanting to learn how to make their own blocks from scratch - great for teachers of GCSE & A Level Fashion & Textiles for both Art & Design and D&T.

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