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Knitting Imaginary Creatures
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Highlights
Delivered Online
All levels
Description
Inspired by the body, the workshop explores creating simple 3D shapes and biomorphic forms.
Playing with colour and texture
Making apertures and adding removable appendages
Soft sculpture and experimental fillings
The session includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation, plus samples and demonstrations to inspire further ideas for after the session.
Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating a small experimental piece (which can be completed after class) – however many of the techniques could be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
What attendees will need: -
Knitting needles, double pointed knitting needles and conventional knitting needles or crochet hooks.
Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them, plus any with interesting textures.
Stuffing, conventional polyester cushion stuffing, woollen fleece or shredded paper.
Haberdasheries, including ribbon, sequins, beads, buttons, felt, etc to decorate your piece.
Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.
Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the course aimed at?
Adults, with an interest in textiles or soft sculpture, wishing to explore the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating an experimental sample, however the techniques could be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household item.
What level?
Basic knitting skills, including knit stitch, casting on and off.
How will the course be delivered?
Online using Microsoft Teams or a similar platform. You will be able to join as a guest, and will be sent a joining link a few days prior to the workshop. The language of instruction will be English.
Cost?
The cost of the workshop is £15 per a person, plus the Cademy fee.
About The Provider
I believe arts education should be accessible to all. Over the past few years, I have run experimental knitting and textile workshops across the country, including Leyden Gallery (Creature Dis-comforts, part of Whitechapel Gallery’s Nocturnal Creatures event), and at the...
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