Name: Tea 'N Chat - LINDA HARVEY Textiles Artist
Availability: InStock

Nr Guildford

VENUE: Prior's Field School, Prior's field Road, Godalming, Nr Guildford GU7 2RH 
DATE: Saturday 30th November 2024
TIME: 9.30 - 15.30
FEE: £ 230 + Cademy Fees (includes Pattern Pack); £195 + Cademy Fees (without Pack)
*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
Discounts available - Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



Practical Creative Pattern & Garment Making Course for Teachers of GCSE D&T and Art & Design Textiles.
This course includes 7 ‘student friendly’ patterns that can adapt to make up to 18 different garments!
Discover how both your male & female GCSE students can design and make exciting & innovative garments that can be easily and independently assembled and link to their theme and artists.

This is a totally practical workshop! Learn how to adapt the patterns to create 18 garments and how your students can easily adapt the patterns to suit their theme and techniques. The patterns are student friendly, with no darts, zips or sizing. We will be looking at how to add a variety of techniques to the toiles, there will be lots of exemplar outcomes by theme and product. We will also be looking at the sustained focus/supervised time, schemes of work and much more. All templates and guides will be available to download. We will also be looking at fashion illustration linked to the patterns and fashion designers for inspiration.
Cannot make it to Guildford? You could also opt to do this course online at home/school, in your own time: Details Here







What to expect on the day:
Learn and practice new and exciting pattern adaptation skills, that will enhance your teaching and enable students to design and make their own personal patterns, to create exciting garments that link to their theme and techniques.
How to use a variety of surface and constructed techniques to adapt the outcomes: a practical workshop.
Develop learning from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
Cut out and make at least one toile and learn how to do the others, using student friendly methods.
Learn how to adapt a skirt pattern to create a variety of exciting visual garments
Looking at practical solutions to create innovative fashion illustrations for GCSE outcomes that link students’ themes to your toiles
Looking at a variety of student exemplar outcomes by theme
Looking at the sustained focus/supervised time, creating independent and confident working students.



A PRACTICAL WORKSHOP: PINNING TECHNIQUES TO THE TOILES;  ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS FOR INSPIRATION



Patterns included in the Pattern Pack:
Basic skirt
Kimono style top (adapt for jacket & coat)
Sleeveless top (adapt to make sleeveless shift dress & waistcoat)
Corset (adapt for panelled dress)
Shorts (can be extended to trousers)
T shirt (adapt to make a dress, jacket or coat)
Raglan sleeve jacket (adapt to make a top or coat)
Also included on this course:
All step-by-step guides and templates
Lesson plans for KS3 and pre-GCSE and GCSE students that link to fabric research, pattern making and adaptation, working in 3D & fashion illustration
Lots of exemplar sketchbooks and design development and practical strategies to create a higher challenge classroom.
Guidance and info on other resources that could support your teaching
Links to KS4 Art & design Specifications: 
Understanding ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE 4 Present, so that students can create a ‘personal and meaningful response that realises intentions’ 
Present: 'a personal, informed and meaningful response demonstrating analytical and critical understanding, realising intentions and where appropriate, making connections between visual, written, oral or other elements.'
'Produces skilful, personal outcomes Showing consistent application, knowledge and understanding. Effective and diverse connections are made in realising intentions.'
'Intentions are fully realised through personal outcomes, demonstrating original, imaginative, inventive and exciting qualities, with highly appropriate connections between elements.'




What you take back to school:
A set of student friendly patterns to make up 18 different garments
Your first toile
Great, achievable ideas to enhance your teaching.
Ways to create independent and successful students
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



FASHION ILLUSTRATION TEMPLATES




What is special about this workshop?
The Creative Pattern and Garment making 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 and develop classroom resources, 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 new skills 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.
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.”



STUDENT SKETCHBOOK & OUTCOME




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!'

STUDENT SKETCBOOK: FASHION ILLUSTRATION



COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: 
£ 230 + Cademy Fees (includes Pattern Pack); £195 + Cademy Fees (without Pack)
*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 and invoice.
PLEASE NOTE your booking confirmation and ticket will be emailed to the person purchasing only so if you are NOT the delegate then you need to forward all information to this person. 



PLEASE NOTE:
PATTERN PACK: This course includes a Pattern Pack of 7 Patterns to take home with you. If you have already purchased this pack then there is a reduced cost ticket.
You MUST bring this pack with you to use on the course. If you do not have a pack you will need to purchase one on the day at the cost of £35.
If you have any queries, please email us on info@textileskillscentre.com and include your phone number or email so that we can contact you easily.

Textiles Skills Centre

Art Teacher

Textiles

Arts & Crafts

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Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Practical Creative Pattern and Gament Making Course, for teachers of GCSE D&T and Art & Design Textiles.

Creative Pattern & Garment Making (GODALMING)

FULL TICKET (Includes Pattern Pack)

For those who have already purchased the Pattern Pack

TICKET WITHOUT PATTERN PACK

Guildford

Creative Gell Printing (GUILDFORD)
Venue: St Catherine's School, Station Road, Bramley, Nr Guildford GU5 0DF
Date: 18th January 2025
Time: 9.30 - 15.30
FEE: £ 175 / DAY (+ Cademy Fee)
*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
Discounts available - Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



An Inspiring Practical Day Learning Gell Printing withSue Cooper
This is a hands-on practical day workshop working with a gell plate to print images and patterns onto fabric and paper.
We are thrilled to have textile teacher and Textile Artist Maker Sue Cooper, join us to lead this workshop. Sue brings her experience both as a textiles print designer and textiles teacher, developing this inspiring practical course for anyone wishing to experiment more widely with a variety of new techniques, processes and contexts, and especially for teachers who are new to the Art Textiles GCSE specification. 
The course will explore a range of interpretations, providing the opportunity to develop ideas through the use of materials, techniques and processes.




GELL PRINTING
This practical day will be spent working with a gell plate to create a portfolio of prints, both on fabric and paper. The workshop is aimed at anyone interested in developing this fantastic and versatile printing technique into their teaching practices in Art or Textile lessons.
You will spend the day creating a variety of samples on fabric and paper, using different techniques and skills these processes can be developed and made to suit many creative and assessment objectives needs.
Learn and practice how to -
 
Gell print several layers of design and colour by using natural materials, and manmade stencils. This process gives an opportunity to learn about the composition of a design, the layering of pattern and colour as well as the theory of colour.
Gell print using mark making tools to add texture and pattern onto fabric / paper. This is an opportunity for expression and experimentation in a personally creative way. Again developing colour and design skills.
Transfer an image from a magazine and from a colour photocopier onto paper/fabric. This technique lends itself to further development with older students using photography and drawing skills.
Transfer gold/silver or bronze leaf directly onto paper/fabric, to create unique and unusual patterns and textures. This skill can be incorporated into lots of other textile processes and developed appropriately by older students.
Learn and practice new and exciting skills that will enhance your teaching.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
We offer discounts for trainee teachers, technicians, and teachers who are self-funding for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.




What to expect on the day:
Understand how to develop knowledge of artists from KS2 KS3 and onwards, creating independent confident students.
Develop samples using a range of techniques which link to artists' work.
Understand the process of gell printing.
Learn what equipment is needed and how it can be done on a tight budget.



What you take home:
Great achievable ideas to enhance your teaching.
A portfolio of fabric and paper gell prints.
Notes on each techniques and how they can be developed by students and linked to artists for your Schemes of work.
Continued professional and personal development.
TEACHERS: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 & Design spec (AQA))

Links to KS4 Art & design Specifications:
‘students will be able to contextualise 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 is special about the Gell Printing Course.
This new course covers four very different techniques of gell imprinting that involve different styles of creativity and alternatives for potential development. Gell printing is accessible to all levels, and good results are achievable from the start. Gell printing is exciting and very enjoyable, it’s addictive and naturally leads to experimentation. 
This printing technique is adaptable and creates a vibrant and creative learning environment which allows you to gain new skills and techniques in a relaxed way. You will see first hand how gell printing can be incorporated into your lessons and delivered in an engaging and inspiring way. You can ask questions directly to the course leader and network with others. 



Course Developer and Leader: SUE COOPER


Sue has over 25 years’ experience as a Textiles and Art teacher. She has taught Art and Design Textiles at GCSE and A Level with AQA, Eduqas and Pearson Edexcel. Sue Has been a Head of Dept. for much of this time for both Art and Textile Departments. 
She currently teaches part-time at St Catherines Bramley, with students achieving grades of 100%7-9 at GCSE and A*- B at A Level.
Sue is an active Textile Artist and tutor to local creative groups. She has her own studio where she creates her own pieces and develops ideas for her classes and workshops. Sue is passionate about Textiles, and always is keen to share her ideas and knowledge.





WHAT TEACHERS HAVE SAID ABOUT TSC EVENTS:
'Superb day - so inspirational! So much covered and a LOT of new skills learnt. Thanks!!' Jessie L.
'Loads of info which was GREAT. All really useful & relevant. Brilliant starting point for newish Art & Design teacher. Thank you so much.' Rebecca F.
'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!'



COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 175 / DAY (+ Cademy Fee)
TSC give a discount for ECT/NQTs, trainee teachers and Self-funding teachers. Please contact for information.  
All of the Textile Skills Centre events are pre-booked and payable IN ADVANCE. The Textiles Skills Centre uses Cademy to automate the bookings via credit card and BACS. When you book you will receive by email a booking confirmation and access to your invoice. 
PLEASE NOTE your booking confirmation will be emailed to both the delegate and person purchasing. If you do not receive this confirmation, it is most commonly caused by typing your email address incorrectly, or it is in your SPAM folder. 
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.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF-FUNDING TEACHERS *
We offer discounts for trainee teachers, technicians, and teachers who are self-funding for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.

An inspiring practical day learning textiles skills with textiles artist Sue Cooper.

Creative Gell Printing (GUILDFORD)

General admission

Leighton Buzzard

Venue: Cedars Upper School, Mentor Rd, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard LU2 2AE
Date: Saturday 15th March 2025
Time: 9.30 - 15.30
FEE:  £195 (+ Cademy admin fee)
*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
There are discounts for this course if you qualify. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



A full day workshop practicing a variety of textiles techniques with Nicky Simpson
This course is perfect if you want to learn new skills and get inspiration for your textiles projects. It is open to all abilities, but basic use of a domestic sewing machine is an advantage.
You will learn not just one new and exciting textiles technique or skill, but several and how to develop ideas using them. Techniques will include using dissolvable fabric, free machine embroidery, reverse appliqué, crashing, circular slashing, pleating, ruffles, flounces, gathering and more.



Course Reviews:
"Fantastic creative day with Nicky Simpson again. Learnt a lot of new skills to teach my textiles students. Such a treat to have a day off and spend time with fellow textilers!! Loved every minute"






This course is especially useful for textile and art teachers, or anyone who wants to spend a whole day adding techniques to their resources.
Techniques will be linked to themes, primary, relevant artists and designers and we will look at how they can be used in a scheme of work and fashion outcomes. All templates and guides will be available.
Learn and practice new and exciting practical skills that will enhance your textiles projects or your teaching.
For teachers - Develop learning from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
Techniques: for example; using dissolvable fabric, free machine embroidery, reverse appliqué, crashing, pleating, ruffles, flounces and gathering, circular slashing and more.
This course is different to the normal Fabric Manipulation Face-to-Face courses. You will be learning different techniques.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING *
We can offer discounts for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.




Course Review:
"I have been lucky enough to attend a few of the Textiles Skills Centre courses and they have all been absolutely fantastic. These courses have been an absolute game changer - I came away with so many ideas which I was able to put into practice immediately. 
Nicky provides so many examples of sketchbooks and final outcomes that you can see first hand how the skills being delivered translate to student work. The skills themselves are varied yet equally really accessible and she provides lots of suggestions on how to approach tight budgets. 
Nicky's enthusiasm and expertise is really inspiring and you can't wait to go away and try it all! The student results following the introduction of the projects developed off the back of these courses were outstanding and moderator feedback was really positive too."



What to expect on the day:
Learn, practice and make a range of exciting constructed techniques.
An understanding of how to link these constructed techniques to themes, primary sources and contextual research of designers & artists.
How to take these constructed techniques forward in the design process
Link these constructed techniques to refined ideas for final outcomes
Creative ways to illustrate these techniques
Lots of exemplar sketchbooks and design development to look at.
FOR TEACHERS:
How to link these constructed techniques to a school schemes of work
How this can be used by learners independently.
Understand how to develop knowledge of constructed techniques from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
Practical strategies to create a higher challenge for learners.
Guidance and info on other resources that could support you or your teaching.



FOR TEACHERS:
Links to KS4 Art & design Specifications: 
‘Students will be able to contextualise 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 to school:
A fabulous practical sketchbook jammed packed with samples, ideas and inspiration
Great, 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.



What is special about this Creative Textile Techniques course a?
This face-to-face course is an experience that delivers textiles skills, knowledge and understanding not available in our other face-to-face courses. It is a great learning environment which allows you to gain new skills and techniques, showing how these can be used in your own work or, if you are a teacher, incorporated into 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 yourself or the classroom and network with others.






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. 
Since 2016 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.
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.” 



What others 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.
'Fantastic day, really useful and applicable to both Art and D&T subjects. Thanks!'




COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 195 / DAY (+ Cademy Fee) 
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 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.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF-FUNDING TEACHERS *
We can offer a 20% discount for this course. For more information please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com

Creative textiles skills workshop for textiles enthusiasts and teachers

Creative Textiles Skills Workshop (LEIGHTON BUZZARD)

Lutterworth 

Venue: LUTTERWORTH COLLEGE,  Bitteswell RD., Lutterworth, Leicestershire LE17 4EW
Date:  Saturday 29th MARCH 2025
Time: 9.30 - 15.30
*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
There are discounts for this course if you qualify. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



An Exciting Practical Face-To-Face Textiles Skills Course, 
for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Textiles, for both Art & Design and D&T.



Review:  ‘Put simply, this is the best course I’ve ever been on.
Excellent pace and delivery with resources sent afterwards as well. We learnt so many techniques and then practised them for ourselves too! We also learnt how our students could develop them further. We did so many samples of each of the techniques with a variety of materials and processes. Viewing exemplar sketchbooks at the end was a great way to conclude the day.
I’ve come home, buzzing with excitement, feeling inspired and well prepared for the next academic year. I would highly recommend! Great course, delivered by a lovely team! Thank you so much!’ Alice Munro – June 24, 2023



This is a totally practical day doing a large variety of Surface Textile Techniques. This course is aimed at 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 for surface techniques linked to a large variety of relevant 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.
Practice and discuss techniques including: Heat press transfer printing, screen printing, mono printing, crashing, shirring, heat shibori, PVA, ruffles, marbling, free hand embroidery, using a heat gun and more.
Mark making for textile design
Computer Aided design.





What to expect on the day:
Learn, practice and create a range of new and exciting techniques related to relevant artists and designers
How to link a variety of techniques to artists through creative practical workshops
Looking at both historical and contemporary textile artists, fine artists and fashion designers
Understand how to develop knowledge of artists from KS3 onwards, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
Innovative ways in which students can explore, investigate and express ideas through mark making related to their primary sources and relating the right primary source to their artists.
Techniques and processes across all areas of study incl. constructed, printed, digital and fashion.
Links to refined ideas and final outcomes
Looking at easily achievable themes.
We will also look at artists annotation/evaluation
Innovative use of the heat press.
Links to KS4 Art & design Specifications: 
‘Students will be able to contextualise 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 to school:
Great, 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.



What is special about the Surface Textile Techniques Course?
The Surface Textile 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


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.


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.” 


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!'



COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 195 / DAY (+ Cademy fees)
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 the person who books the course supplies your full name and PERSONAL EMAIL, so that we are able to send you joining instructions and further details. If we only receive the ‘bookers’ 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.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
There are discounts for this course if you qualify. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.

Design & Technology Courses (DT)

Teacher Training

An Exciting Practical Face to Face Course learning surface textiles techniques, for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Textiles, both Art & Design and D&T.

Surface Textiles Skills (LUTTERWORTH)

Creative Seamless Felt Making (GUILDFORD)
Venue: St Catherine's School, Station Road, Bramley, Nr Guildford GU5 0DF
Date: 7th June 2025
Time: 9.30 - 15.30
FEE: £ 175 / DAY (+ Cademy Fee)
*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & ANYONE SELF-FUNDING*
*NB: TSC give a discount for ECT/NQTs, trainee teachers and ANYONE SELF FUNDING* Please contact for information:    dawn@textileskillscentre.com



An Inspiring Practical Day Learning Seamless Felt Making with Margaret Maunder.
This is a totally practical day of workshops, learning how Margaret develops and creates her beautiful felt pieces and how you can easily do this yourself or with your students:)
We are thrilled to have textile teacher and Textile Artist Maker Margaret Maunder, join us to lead this workshop. Margaret brings her experience both as a felt designer/maker and textiles teacher, developing this inspiring practical course, especially for teachers who are new to the Art Textiles GCSE specification and those who wish to experiment more widely with a variety of new techniques, processes and contexts. The course will explore a range of interpretations, providing the opportunity to develop ideas through the use of materials, techniques and processes. 




SEAMLESS FELT MAKING
This is a practical day working with merino wool tops to create a seamless felted bag. The course is aimed at anyone interested in learning this great technique and particularly good for Textile and Art teachers who are either new to, or experienced with textiles teaching. 
You will spend the day creating different felt samples, then learn how to create and make a felt bag with four layers around a plastic resist. The techniques taught are also good for garments and hats.
Learn and practice new and exciting skills that will enhance your teaching.
Develop felting skills which link to artists and designers.
Practice and learn how to make felt balls, cords, pre-felts and trappings.
How to card wools with brushes and a drum carder to blend colours.
Make a felt bag which has four layers, two for the design and two for the lining.
Suitable for all skill levels, even if you are a complete beginner. 
Please note: Wet felting is fun and does involve soapy bubbles, water and some elbow grease, so be prepared roll up your sleeves and get stuck in!
All felting materials and use of equipment are provided as part of the course alongside handout notes to help you continue to enjoy your chosen felt projects in future.

Light refreshments of tea, coffee & biscuits are provided. Please bring along a pack lunch, water proof apron and a camera to help you record your work stages.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF-FUNDING TEACHERS *
We offer discounts for trainee teachers, technicians, and teachers who are self-funding for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



What to expect on the day:
Develop samples using a range of techniques which link to artists' work.
Understand the process of felt making in relation to bonded fibers.
Learn what equipment is needed and how it can be done on a tight budget.
Understand how to develop knowledge of artists from KS2 KS3 and onwards, creating independent confident students.



What you take home:
Develop a felt bag of your own design
A variety of samples of felting techniques.
Great achievable ideas to enhance your own practice and/or teaching.
Continued professional development.
Develop samples as classroom reference which can be taught week by week to build up to a final product.
A scheme of work which links to artists in a practical way.
Links to KS4 Art & design Specifications: ‘students will be able to contextualise 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
.’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 & Design spec (AQA))



What is special about the Seamless Felting Course.
The seamless bag allows you to create a final piece which involves no sewing. The techniques are adaptable to a range of products. It's a great learning environment which allows you to gain new skills and techniques, showing you how these can be incorporated in lesson plans and delivered in an inspiring and engaging way. You can ask questions direct to the course leader and network with others.




Course Developer and Leader: MARGARET MAUNDER
Margaret has 35 years' experience as a textile teacher. She has taught Art & Design Textiles at GCSE and A level with AQA and Pearson Edexcel. 
She is also an A level Art & Design moderator, Head of Textiles at St Catherines School, Bramley and has taught both Art & Design and Design Technology Textiles, her students achieving grades at GCSE 100% 7-9 and A*-B at A level. 
Margaret is a textile artist in her own right with a studio at home, where she develops her own pieces and teaches one-to-one classes and studio experiences for students.



WHAT TEACHERS HAVE SAID ABOUT TSC EVENTS:
'Superb day - so inspirational! So much covered and a LOT of new skills learnt. Thanks!!' Jessie L.
'Loads of info which was GREAT. All really useful & relevant. Brilliant starting point for newish Art & Design teacher. Thank you so much.' Rebecca F.
'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!'



COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 175 / DAY (+ Cademy Fee)
*NB: TSC give a discount for ECT/NQTs, trainee teachers and ANYONE SELF FUNDING. Please contact for information.*  
All of the Textile Skills Centre events are pre-booked and payable IN ADVANCE. The Textiles Skills Centre uses Cademy to automate the bookings via credit card and BACS. When you book you will receive by email a booking confirmation and access to your invoice. 
PLEASE NOTE your booking confirmation will be emailed to both the delegate and person purchasing. If you do not receive this confirmation, it is most commonly caused by typing your email address incorrectly, or it is in your SPAM folder. 
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.





An inspiring practical day learning textiles skills with textiles artist Nikki Parmenter.

Creative Seamless Felt Making (GUILDFORD)

Banbury

Venue: Design & Technology Association, 11 Manor Park, Banbury, OX16 3TB
Date: TBC
Time: 9.30 - 15.30
COST: £195 (+ Cademy admin fee)



*NB: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
We can offer discounts for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



Fabric Manipulation Skills: Mastering Textile Techniques 

In Partnership with Design & Technology Association, this is a new course from the Textile Skills Centre hosted at D&TA Centre in Banbury and with support from Janome UK 

In this comprehensive practical course, learn a large variety of textile fabric manipulation techniques including: Folds, Darts, Pleats, Slashing, Tucks, English smocking, American smocking, Shirring, Crashing, Ruffles, Weaving, heat Shibori and more. 
The course includes downloadable templates, guides and exemplars.



Course Review:
"The course was great, we covered so much In the day and you couldn’t fail to come away inspired! So many new techniques learnt – a great course!" Fay Deignan 







What to expect on the day:
Learn, practice and make a range of exciting constructed techniques by both machine and hand
Understand how to develop knowledge of constructed techniques from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
How to take these constructed techniques forward in the design process
Practical strategies to create a higher challenge classroom.
Guidance and info on other resources that could support your teaching.



What you take back to school:
A fabulous selection of practical samples, ideas and inspiration
Great, 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



What is special about the Fabric Manipulation Skills Course?
This Fabric Manipulation Skills 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 delivered in a fun, inspiring and engaging way. You can ask questions direct to the course developer/leader, practice skills, create a range of practical resources for the classroom and network with other teachers.



Course Developer and Leader: NICKY SIMPSON


Your course leader is NICKY SIMPSON, who has 12 years teaching experience, heading up Fashion & Textiles at a school in Kent. She has taught Design and Technology/Textiles at GCSE & A Level and Art & Design Textiles at GCSE and 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 9 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.'
'Fabulous presenter. Gave loads + loads of information and ideas. I feel really inspired! Loved the practical samples we did. Would highly recommend!
'Fantastic day, really useful and applicable to both  D&T and Art subjects. Thanks!'
‘I have taken part in the Textile Skills Centre courses ran by Nicky. They have been instrumental in the design of my course, the resources that are provided along with the course enabled me to create a high-quality scheme of work for my KS4 curriculum and since starting with this course textiles has been the highest performing subject in our academy for 5 years running, without the inspirational, hands on courses and practical resources I’m not sure I would have achieved this.’





COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 195 / DAY (+ Cademy Fee) 
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 and ticket. If you need an invoice sent to school please email us to request one.. 
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.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & ANYONE SELF-FUNDING*
TSC offers discounts for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.

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

Fabric Manipulation Skills (BANBURY)(D&TA)

Venue: The Design & Technology Association, 11 Manor Park, Banbury, OX16 3TB
Date: TBC
Time: 9.30 - 15.30



Essential Manufacturing Skills: Mastering Textile Construction Techniques
An Essential Sewing & Making Skills Course for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Fashion & Textiles for both Art & Design and D&T.
In Partnership with Design & Technology Association, this is a new course from the Textile Skills Centre hosted at D&TA Centre in Banbury and with support from Janome UK.




This is a totally practical day learning and practicing a variety of sewing and making skills and threading and trouble shooting sewing machine faults. 
This course is open to teachers, technicians and support staff in the textiles classroom.



This course is aimed at D&T and Fashion & Textiles teachers who are either new to teaching, support staff such as classroom assistants and technicians, or those who want to learn and add to their existing skills.

Learn and practice essential manufacturing skills that will enhance your teaching.
Develop learning from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5, giving them the technical and practical expertise needed to perform everyday tasks confidently and to participate successfully in an increasingly technological world.
Gain knowledge and skills that will enable you to teach students to design and make high-quality prototypes and products for a wide range of users.
Acquiring new skills and knowledge to give you confidence in your teaching.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF-FUNDING TEACHERS *
TSC offers discounts for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



What to expect on the day:
Learn and practice a range of sewing tasks, such as different seams, freehand embroidery, hems, and finishes.
Start to develop a sample book of stitch and finishing examples to use as a resource in the classroom.
How to thread a domestic sewing machine and overlocker and trouble shoot common problems.
Experiment and understand how to sew using different types of fabrics and their properties and suitable stitches/finishes.
Learn and practice simple making skills including sewing in a zip, bagging out, binding and finishing techniques.
Techniques and processes across all areas of study incl. simple patterns, making and finishing.
Make a simple product(lined tote bag) from start to finish, that can be transferred into the classroom.



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 you take back to school:
A fabulous sample book jammed packed with examples to use as a classroom resource.
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.



What is special about the Essential Manufacturing Skills Course?
The Essential Manufacturing Skills 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 Leader: DAWN FOXALL

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 also 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: £ 195 / DAY  (+ Cademy Fees)



*ALERT: ALL ECT/TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF FUNDING TEACHERS*
We are able to give a discount for those that qualify for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



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.

Fashion Design

An Essential Sewing & Making Skills Course for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Fashion & Textiles for both Art & Design and D&T.

Essential Textiles Manufacture Skills (BANBURY) (D&TA)

<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">TEA &#39;N CHAT - &nbsp;Introducing AI in Textiles Education&nbsp;A FUN AND FASCINATING ONLINE LIVE SESSION WITH ROY BALLAM<div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">19 MARCH 2024TIME: &nbsp;7-8pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;FREE EVENT<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">Artificial Intelligence is already here and being used in businesses and in schools. Become an AI expert and transform the way you and your colleagues can change the way you work.&nbsp;Get ahead of the curve, keep up to date and join us for this TEA &#39;N CHAT with our very own techie geek ROY BALLAM, who will introduce the potential use of AI in textiles education.&nbsp;You will see AI in action, demonstrating how different tools could save you time, support your planning and teaching, enhance pupil experience, and further your creativity. The pros and cons of AI will also be highlighted. Transform your teaching with AI tools, save time, and get creative!The session will show how AI could help you:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">create teaching schemes and lesson plans&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">explore subject specific knowledge&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">generate and explore ideas, concepts, themes and designers&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">write questions and assessment frameworks&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">unleash creativity in textile design, colour, styles and fashion. &nbsp;</li></ul>This is a &lsquo;must-attend&rsquo;&nbsp;session for all those interested in AI (or just starting to discover its potential) and wishing to discover how it could be used in school. It is a stepping stone for the more in-depth&nbsp;Integrating AI in textiles education&nbsp;event being held on the 11 May 2024.</div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"> COURSE LEADER: &nbsp; ROY BALLAM &nbsp;BA (Hons), MA, School Education Consultant<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/9b61b89b-c982-4dd2-b44b-0b22e86d67db/original.jpeg" style="width: 200px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left; padding: 0px 1px; -webkit-user-select: none; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 200px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable wysiwyg_padded_img_cls">Roy works as a school education consultant, after leaving a leading charity as Managing Director and Head of Education.&nbsp;He has been involved in numerous teaching and education programme, initiatives and publications, including those in the UK and internationally.&nbsp; He is an experienced educational leader specialising in education management, training, resource development and research, and policy development and implementation. Throughout his career, he has used ICT to help bring subject-specific learning to life and support teachers through innovative, but pragmatic approaches. Roy originally trained as a food and textiles teacher and has been a GCSE moderator and A-level principal examiner.  &nbsp;<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">The&nbsp;Textiles Skills Centre Associates&nbsp;are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea &#39;N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed. We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at:&nbsp;info@textileskillscentre.comAt the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.You can donate using the DONATION button below which will take you to the Paypal donations page, or select an amount when you book the event. 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TEA 'N CHAT - LINDA HARVEY - Textile Artist
1 APRIL 2025
TIME: 7-8pm  
 FREE EVENT
This event is held on ZOOM, so please register to get the Zoom details.



Join us for a FREE Tea 'N Chat with Textile artist and teacher LINDA HARVEY who talks about her work.
We are excited to have the immensely talented mixed-media textile artist Linda Harvey join us for our April Tea 'N Chat event. With over 25 years of experience in both teaching and creating, Linda brings a deep well of knowledge and a true passion for her craft. As the Head of Textiles at Archbishop Holgate's School in York and a dedicated member of York Textile Artists and The Society for Embroidered Work, Linda's commitment to her art is truly inspiring.
Linda’s artwork is a mesmerizing fusion of rustic textures and innovative techniques. Drawing inspiration from her travels, she transforms photographs into expressive, abstract textile creations. Her work beautifully reflects her love for color and texture, incorporating elements such as hand-felted backgrounds, free-motion embroidery, intricate layering, and rust dyeing.

Follow Linda here:

Artists Website: https://www.lindaharveytextiles.co.uk/

Artists Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindaharveytextiles/




LINDA HARVEY  Textile Artist and Head of Textiles at Archbishop Colgate School, York

Linda studied Textiles and Surface Design at University Centre Somerset, graduating in 1994. She is a textile artist and Head of Textiles at a York secondary school and a member of York Textile Artists and The Society for Embroidered Work, which promotes and supports the best in stitched art worldwide.
The inspiration for her work mainly comes from the places she visits, taking photographs of anything that catches her eye. These photographs give a starting point from which her work evolves, often working on several pieces at a time, as she enjoys an expressive and experimental way of working.
Linda is inspired by rustic textures and the ageing process, drawn to anything corroded and tarnished and immediately seeing how it can be turned into a textile art piece. Colour and texture are the key elements in her work.



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