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Come and join Janine at Stitching Kitchen for a one day quilt top course learning how to make a disappearing nine patch quilt. This workshop will take place over one full day. It is suitable for total novices, taking you through everything you need to know to build confidence in quilt-making. If you are a more experienced quilter, you will enjoy learning a new technique that has so many creative possiblities, and you can benefit from Janine’s years of experience to pick up tips and tricks for a professional, polished quilt. Your tutor Janine also holds monthly long-arm clinics at Stitching Kitchen that you'd be welcome to drop into if you'd like any further pointers, or would like to outsource the quilt finishing to her! What you will learn/achieve 1. Understanding the Nine Patch Block Structure You will learn how to create a traditional 3x3 Nine Patch quilt block, focusing on color placement and fabric contrast to maximize visual interest after the transformation. 2. Cutting and Rearranging Techniques You will then practice the “disappearing” technique: cutting the finished Nine Patch into quarters and rearranging the sections to create a new, more complex-looking block. 3. Design Variations and Layout Possibilities Janine will encourage you to explore different layout options using the same block pieces, discovering how rotating and rearranging the quarter blocks can produce unique quilt top designs. 4. Precision Sewing and Pressing for Accurate Blocks The workshop will emphasise best practices for accurate piecing and pressing, which are crucial for achieving clean lines and proper alignment after cutting and reassembling the blocks. What's included Tuition: full instruction and support in a small class. Written instructions that you can take away and refer back to at home. Use of all the tools you will need during the workshop. Use of the Pfaff and Janome sewing machines in Stitching Kitchen's fully equipped studio.  Tea and cake. What to bring Fabrics to make your disappearing nine patch blocks. We will send you a materials list, but just give us a call or drop in to the studio if you would like further advice, and we can also make suggestions about where to purchase quilting fabric. Stitching Kitchen has thread available to purchase. You won’t need to bring anything else and you can leave your sewing machine at home. Stitching Kitchen is fully equipped with Pfaff and Janome sewing machines and all the quilting tools and sewing kit for use during the workshop. We will stop for 30 minutes for lunch, do bring a packed lunch along. Stitching Kitchen also stocks a full range of haberdashery, batting and quilting tools if you discover anything you would like to purchase to use at home. Please note that this workshop is held in our light and spacious first floor studio at Stitching Kitchen, which is accessible by stairs.  About your tutor Your tutor is Janine from TheFatQuarter Quilting https://thefatquarter.co.uk Having dabbled at patchwork and quilting when her children were babies, Janine moved on to develop a love for learning everything patchwork and quilting. In recent years she has owned a patchwork and quilting shop, living and breathing patchwork each day. Nowadays Janine is a professional Longarm Quilter and Patchwork Tutor with a love for sharing her wealth of experience. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.

Come along and join in the festive spirit. In this workshop you will be making a selection of willow and rush Xmas tree decorations. Including reindeer..add a red nose, Xmas trees...add a little tinsel snow to the top and a 10" rush angel for the top of your tree, plus stars, and mini wreath hoops. Festive snacks and a glass of mulled wine included. Please choose from the morning or afternoon session. 9.30am-12.30pm 1.30pm-4.30pm

Commission an original, traditional and quirky Portrait in oils, acrylics or digital sketches

Create a set of three personalised, calligraphy Christmas baubles with local artist Panna Chauhan at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre.

A fabric manipulation and constructed textiles workshop, for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Textiles, for both Art & Design and Design & Technology.

A dressmaking day at Stitching Kitchen learn to fit a bodice and adjust a bodice block with Emma Smith

This qualification is designed for learners aged pre-16 and above who wish to develop skills and knowledge in creative craft. This course has been designed to be as affordable for families as possible. Please note, this is not a GCSE but is a GCSE Level course which is why it is designed to span 2 years, although we offer complete flexibility on the timeframe that learners can complete within. This qualification is a Level 2 Qualification and is Ofqual approved carrying 15 credits. Other examples of Level 2 qualifications are BTEC Level 2 and the Silver Arts Award. Feedback from our past learners shows that this qualiifcation is widely regarded as level to a grade A*-C/4-9 at GCSE standard when applying for college or work placements. Please also note, that whether this course is recognised as a GCSE equivalent by colleges and further education establishments, can vary according to location, college and even between courses at the same college. If reliant on this qualification for entry onto another course, it is recommended that you establish with the college whether or not this will aid admission, before committing to the course. Click here to download the Level 2 Creative Craft Information Pack.pdf Our Open Day event gives a little more insight into how this course works as well as the course content and payment options: We don't impose any minimum or maximum ages on our learners as we recognise that every learner is an individual and is on their own unique learning journey. We believe, that their adult facilitator is the best person to judge whether a learner is ready for a particular course, but to enable you to make this decision we provide a workbook, free for you to try. Simpy email technologytriumphs@outlook.com to request a free sample session. We are also happy to advise you with this decision so do reach out to us if you would like our guidance on this. As part of your Induction pack, your learner will receive a free apron to use within their course, but aside from this we have designed the courses to utilise as affordable as possible. The following is not an exhaustive list, but does highlight the main costs associated with the course. UNIT SUMMARIES 601/3232/2 Credit Value: 15 Total Qualification Time: 150 hours 1 Be able to use materials, tools and equipment to develop craft techniques  1.1 Assess the properties of available materials for craft item(s) including the visual and tactile qualities 1.2 Select materials, tools, equipment and techniques to support craft ideas and give reasons for choices 1.3 Use appropriate tools and equipment for selected techniques 1.4 Develop craft techniques, making effective use of materials, tools and equipment 1.5 Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring safe use of materials, tools and equipment 1 Understand the market within a chosen craft area  1.1 Explore enterprises within a chosen craft area 1.2 Explain what makes them successful 1.3 Describe the market(s) for chosen craft area 1.4 Identify opportunities in chosen market(s) 1.5 Explain the importance of listening to stakeholders when developing ideas 1.6 Explain the importance of balancing risk against the potential reward of creative ideas 1.7 Identify appropriate financial tools to support creative enterprising ideas 1.8 Identify ways to market a creative product 2 Understand employment opportunities within a chosen craft area  The learner can: 2.1 Explore employment opportunities within a chosen craft area 2.2 Describe the characteristics of an enterprising individual in a chosen craft area 2.3 Identify own strengths and areas for development within a chosen craft area 2.4 Produce an action plan for personal development/career aspirations   1 Be able to develop craft ideas  The learner can: 1.1 Use a range of different sources to develop craft ideas 1.2 Develop visual language to communicate craft ideas 1.3 Use feedback and evaluation of own work to develop craft ideas 1.4 Adapt craft ideas in response to feedback and evaluation of own work 1.5 Select preferred craft idea giving reasons for 1.6 Maintain a safe working environment 1 Be able to create and present final craft item(s)  The learner can: 1.1 Use chosen idea to create a production plan 1.2 Use selected tools, materials, equipment and techniques to produce final craft work 1.3 Display craft work in an appropriate way/setting 1.4 Maintain a safe working environment 2 Know how to evaluate the creative and craft making processes  The learner can: 2.1 Evaluate the creative process 2.2 Review final craft item to identify opportunities for improvement or further development

About this event This is a 2 month program during which you will make a body of work, advertising and publicity during the first month and exhibit it during the second month. Includes 4 weekly tutorials, flyer design, help with hanging, private view, a 4 week exhibition, no commission on sales, and help taking the exhibition down. You can book this as a group of any size. Refund Policy Contact the organiser to request a refund.

Come along and join in the festive spirit. In this workshop you will be making a selection of willow and rush Xmas tree decorations. Including reindeer..add a red nose, Xmas trees...add a little tinsel snow to the top and a 10" rush angel for the top of your tree, plus stars, and mini wreath hoops. Festive snacks and a glass of mulled wine included. Please choose from the morning or afternoon session. 9.30am-12.30pm 1.30pm-4.30pm

This two-day course will introduce you to different methods and techniques used within the metal industry, and you will come away with a finished product at the end (Example: ornamental garden flower, weather vane or a wall mounted coat rack).