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(Bookings Now Closed) Introduction to Textile Art - Five Week Course

  • Hopewell Studios Hay-A-Park Lane Knaresborough, England, HG5 United Kingdom (map)

Key Information:

Start date: Sunday, 13th October
End date:  Sunday, 10th November

Every Sunday
10:00 - 13:00

£120 (Total for five weeks)
Booking essential

Minimum to run: 4 People
Total of 8 Places Available


About the Class:

Over the five weeks, we will explore various textile techniques to create decorative backgrounds that are ready for further embellishment, as well as standalone pieces. In addition, we will use stitching as a form of mark-making to enhance the work.

The techniques we will cover include different methods for patching fabrics together, as well as appliqué and stitching techniques such as free motion, boro, and embroidery used as mark-making. We will explore shape, form, and how to create depth in images.

The course is suitable for beginners or intermediates who wish to create alongside others in a relaxed, supportive environment. If you have a sewing machine to bring with you, this is ideal, though hand sewing will also be suitable.

A selection of fabric and specialist materials will be provided, but please bring your cotton and your own tools such as scissors, a ruler, chalk, needles, pins, and alike. You are also welcome to bring your own fabric selection if you prefer certain styles or colours. Individual coloured or patterned fabric pieces need to be no larger than 20 x 20 cm, so you can bring scraps and offcuts.

Suitable for complete beginners and beyond.


What’s Included:

  • A selection of fabric and specialist materials for techniques.

  • Qualified and experienced Tutor.

  • You will be greeted with a hot tea or coffee and biscuits.

  • A fridge is available for your own snacks if needed

  • Onsite coffee machine (cash) and a snack vending machine (card)

Most people attend these workshops alone and make friends with like-minded people on the day, so please don’t worry about coming solo!


CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULING POLICY

Cancellations over four weeks before the course/class start date are eligible for a full refund or transfer to another date or course.

Cancellations up to and including 14 days before the event are non refundable. However you are free to send a substitute participant.

Cancellations between four weeks and 14 days before the start date of the course are non refundable. However we may transfer you at our discretion, this relies heavily on the ability to fill your place and may incur an admin fee. You may send a substitute participant. 

Any transfer that is subsequently cancelled is not eligible for a refund, whatever the time frame. A second rescheduling is at our discretion.

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