Name: Intro To Free Hand Machine Embroidery (Online On-Demand)
Price: 35 GBP
Availability: InStock

FABRIC MANIPULATION SKILLS: 2 (ONLINE)
(Slashing, Fabric & Paper Weaving & Loom Weaving)
THIS TRAINING ROOM IS AVAILABLE NOW & YOU CAN BOOK ON WHENEVER YOU ARE READY.
(12 Months Access)



What/Who is this Training Room for?
This online Training Room is aimed at Textile and Art teachers who are either new to teaching GCSE/A Level or those who want to add to their resources, learning easy to teach textiles skills and techniques and create a sketchbook resource that can be used in the classroom by students. The techniques will be linked to relevant artists and designers and we will show a creative process from developed to refined ideas.
This Training Room is the 2nd in a series for Constructed Textiles Skills and covers Slashing, Weaving and 
Loom Weaving techniques as examples to show design development to final outcome.
Each Course takes you through selecting a theme; How to then source primary and gives suggestions for relevant artist/designers to base the techniques on. It then takes you through developing initial ideas and learning first how to do and then further refine the techniques.
The Fabric Manipulation Skills Series:
Tucks, English & American Smocking
Slashing & Fabric Weaving
Shirring, Crashing & Heat Shibori
Ruffles, Gathering & Pleating
Shadowfolds, Paper & Fabric Manipulation
Inspirational Techniques for Restricted Resources: American Smocking; Shadowfolds; Paper Pleating, Paper Weaving & Paper Manipulation



What you will gain by joining the Fabric Manipulation Skills Training Room:
Working through each unit you will learn how to choose a strong and workable theme, find inspiration through selecting appropriate artists and designers and develop primary sources into refined samples.
You will gain:
An understanding of how to link themes, primary sources and contextual research of designers and artists.
Clear and visual presentations, in bitesize units, to enable better teaching in art textiles and D&T.
Clear and easy to follow short demonstrations on 'how to' do textiles techniques.
Exemplar ideas for textiles design development and practical strategies to create a higher challenge classroom.
Printable handouts of templates and step-by-step instructions for use in teaching.
Useful video links to exemplar work of others.
Guidance and info on other resources that could support your teaching.
Learn, practice and make constructed techniques samplers using both machine and by hand.
How to link these techniques to relevant artists and designers and take them forward in the design process.
Link these constructed techniques to refined ideas for final outcomes and use these ideas in a sketch book or poster to use as a classroom resource.
How this can be used by learners independently in the classroom
Understand how to develop knowledge of constructed techniques from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.



What is special about the Textiles Skills Centre Training Rooms?
The Fabric Manipulation Skills training room is an experience that delivers textiles skills, knowledge and understanding in bite sized units. It is a unique learning concept which allows you to learn at your own pace and still contribute, ask questions and network with other teachers through the training room discussion page.
Your curator is NICKY SIMPSON, a contemporary textiles artist, who has 12 years teaching experience, heading up Fashion & Textiles at Hillview School in Kent and a previous 22 year career as a print designer in the heart of London. She has also mentored many graduate trainees, taken workshops at the Knitting & Stitching show, volunteers as an art therapist and for the past 5 years, has been a workshop developer and leader for Textile and Art teachers on behalf of the Textile Skills Academy.



Advantages of joining the Fabric Manipulation Skills Training Room?
Work/study can be done at home as well as school
No need to be away from your lessons
5-6 hours of training in a one stop shop
No cover needed for your classes
No travel arrangements or costs
Best use of time: flexible access, revisit when needed, ready-to-use resources
Unlimited access to the training room for 12 months from date of booking, with handouts to download and links to other useful resources.
Nicky is always at hand to ask those nagging questions. Time and dates will be announced with the facebook course group and sent to you y email, with a request to join the session.



What Teachers are saying about the Training Rooms?
"I have completed this course this weekend and really enjoyed myself. I brushed up on some techniques I already knew, and can now see some new ideas for them. I really enjoyed the new techniques that I had shied away from before, as I thought they would be too tricky! The tutorial videos are very clear with great demos. Can't wait to experiment more."
"Wow, what a real treat your course is. AMAZING work.Would be super for any teacher, experienced or NQT. And a great place to share ideas and create a bank of ideas. You are offering so many resources for the money people will be paying. An absolute bargain at that price. I have thoroughly enjoyed working through the course."
"Just a quick email. Started the course this morning. Doing honey comb unit this afternoon. So far extremely informative. Easy step by step instructions with clear delivery."
"Hi, just completed the Online Constructed Skills course and really enjoyed making the samples. Have brushed up on a few skills – (the tucks) and have learnt new ones with the smocking, I have always wanted to try it but thought it might be too complicated. Just love the lattice – now I have that under my belt, I will be researching a few more techniques."
"I've just completed an online Constructed Textiles course with the Textiles Skills Academy and I'd like to recommend it to anyone that teaches Art Textiles. I've wanted to attend one of their courses for a while now and with lock down I have managed to succeed. Its a great course! Full of help sheets, video tutorials and samples to make BUT best of all is that as its taught by teachers so it links perfectly to GCSE and A level AOs. I can't wait to get back into the classroom to share my new skills."
"Thanks so much for today’s Zoom session, it was great to end the course with some live action 😁. I didn’t join in the conversations as I’m an art technician rather than a teacher. We don’t teach textiles at my school so when students want to use textiles they come to me. I’m really loving the techniques. I’ll sign up for the next one after half term." Sarah



Terms and conditions
Your ticket is not refundable or exchangeable once you have enrolled on the course. You can register and join at any time. 
Once registered, teachers will be given UNLIMITED access to an on-line training room and all the resources for 12 months. Training provides videos of each presentation and handouts to download, demonstration videos for each technique, templates and images that you can use within school, links to further information and useful resources. It is your ONE STOP SHOP!
What do you need to gain access to the training room?
To access the training room you will need a Facebook account and access to the internet. The training can be accessed on a mobile device, tablet or computer.
To gain access to the Training Room after booking, you will be sent an order confrmation email which will have your link to the Training Room. 
Click on the link and once in the Training Room you need to request to join. You will be asked 2 questions before being given access: 
Your Full Name.
Agree to TSC rules, Terms & Conditions
Link to T&Cs: https://www.textilesskillscentre.com/online-course-tandc/



The Constructed Textiles Skills Training Rooms are developed by Textiles Skills Centre
This Training Room is one of a series developed on Fabric Manipulation Skills.
Visit our website for more online courses and other events: https://www.textileskillscentre.com/online-events/
The Textiles Skills Centre also manages the Facebook Closed Group for teachers. To join the closed group go to: TEXTILE TEACHERS CENTRE

Textiles Skills Centre

Textiles

Arts & Crafts

Fashion Crafts

An online Training Room for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Textiles for both Art & Design and D&T. 

Fabric Manipulation Skills: 2 (Online On-Demand Course)

General admission

London

In this private workshop, you&#39;ll learn the basics of knitting using a vintage knitting machine to create wearable textiles.&nbsp;🧶What is machine knitting &amp; who invented it?&nbsp; The knitting machine was invented by Englishman William Lee in 1589 to make stockings. it&#39;s a very small manual machine that enables the maker to create fine, fast knitting. Machine knitting was one of the first major stages in the textile industry that led to the Industrial Revolution. It&rsquo;s still in use today but unfortunately, it&rsquo;s become a forgotten craft! So we&rsquo;re here to bring it back! <span style='font-size: 16px; line-height: 107%; font-family: "Segoe UI", sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;' id="isPasted" fr-original-style='font-size: 16px; line-height: 107%; font-family: "Segoe UI", sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);'>During this creative and therapeutic class your teacher Valeria will guide you through designing and making your own knitted artwork.&nbsp;You&#39;ll learn how to use the vintage knitting &lsquo;machine&rsquo; and listen to the wonderful sound it produces as the needles move.&nbsp;The process of machine knitting enables you to have full control over your design. Many people find machine knitting therapeutic and relaxing as you can watch and listen to your artwork come to life. Not only that the results look like those of an expert (even for absolute beginners). 🧶What can you make? It&rsquo;s smooth, quick performance is perfect for making a range of knits &ndash; from home accessories to stylish garments - knit long trendy scarves, and quirky tote bags in under 3 hours&hellip; Smaller items only take minutes to do. Valeria will work with you to design and make what you want. &nbsp;All materials and tools are included and your artwork is yours to take home and wear with pride. &nbsp; 🧶Why use a knitting Machine over hand-held?&nbsp;Unlike hand knitting, the beauty of using a domestic knitting machine is that you can knit fast and use much finer yarns to create wearable textiles with a professional artistic finish. There will be far fewer mistakes making it less stressful &amp; it&rsquo;s super fast.&nbsp;Your teacher Valeria is an experienced designer/maker with a passion for knitwear. She has worked in a high-end knitwear design studio and as a fashion buyer and now she makes kids and adult knitwear @maluk_knitwear (maluk meaning little one in Ukrainian). She is also a freelance textile designer.&nbsp;&nbsp; 🧶So what are you waiting for - come and enjoy this forgotten craft with us. Please note: This booking is a private 1:1 workshop. If you would like to bring a friend free of charge you can. You will split the cost, and share the experience plus time on the vintage knitting machine.

Art Craft Studios

Sewing

Knitting

Sewing Machine

Fashion

Professional knitting on a vintage machine - Private Workshop

General Admission

Banbury

This course is ideal for all, from beginners to confident makers with only a few hours to spare. You will learn the basics of leather craft for accessories and be introduced to techniques including machine stitching on leather, hand finishing and hand cutting. You will be working with a hard sturdy veg tanned leather.This is a perfect introductory course to start your journey into Leatherwork and bag making as you will experience the wide variety of tasks involved in the work. In order to complete your belt in a day we will use part pre-prepared components and the purse will be made from a &#39;Hands of Tym&#39; pattern but do not fear there is still plenty of work for you to do.During the day you will be directed by your tutor Leathersmith and London College of Fashion Lecturer Georgie Tym to make a &#39;raw edge&#39; Belt sized to fit you exactly with opportunity for personalisation. There will be one buckle as closure and the opportunity to choose leather colours to enable a bespoke piece.The dimensions of the belt are either W38mm or W25mm - length will depend on you! It will be the same design and construction as the belt in the photos featured.The course will be run from the HOME STUDIO of Hands Of Tym in Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 9DHMaximum class size is 4<h3 style="color: rgb(62, 64, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 64, 67);">What&#39;s included in the price?</h3>There are NO ADDITIONAL costs. All leather, hardware and other materials will be included. There will be a selection of leather and hardware colours for you to choose from.The course runs from 2.30pm &ndash; 5pm or 10am - 12.30 on a morning session. There will be a tea/ coffee offered during the course.<h3 style="color: rgb(62, 64, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 64, 67);">Cancellation policy</h3>Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts <h3 style="color: rgb(62, 64, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 64, 67);">About Georgie at Hands of Tym</h3>During training at Cordwainers, London College of Fashion in 2010 I learnt how to design, make and manufacture bags professionally. Following a varied career in Accessories design and development across many roles and international brands I set up Hands of Tym in 2016. The courses I offer are suitable for all, from experienced to total novice. Come along to learn something new, and design and make your own leather bag in a day.<h3 style="color: rgb(62, 64, 67); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(62, 64, 67);"> </h3>

Hands of Tym

Leather Accessories

Leather

Bag Making

Leather Bag

Make a leather belt in a day - Craft it Yourself Practical Leather Course




BLENDED ONLINE COURSE WITH OPTION TO JOIN LIVE SESSIONS
NEXT LIVE START DATE: WEDNESDAY 20th SEPTEMBER 2023 (Zoom details sent out with booking)
TIMES: 19:00 - 20:30 (Every Wednesday for 5 Weeks)
FEES: FULL COURSE £85
NB This course is available to anyone at any time. If you want to join in the live sessions you can, but not obligatory. They are however fun and you get to ask questions to Nicola and connect with other like minded attendees. The LIVE sessions are all recorded and uploaded to use as reference or to watch back, so don't worry if you can't make any of them. 



This course utilises drawing as a process to play with both traditional materials, and textile processes to develop playfulness and experimentation as a tool for design and art directions. It will consider DIY approaches to tool and material making, while questioning our motivations and needs to utilise drawing as a vital tool in a creative practice.



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is suitable for anyone, from those new to textiles, through to experienced makers who want to explore or refresh ways of thinking. You may be a teacher or lecturer looking to recharge your creative batteries, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or maybe outside of formal education and fancy trying something outside of your usual remit.



WHAT TO EXPECT:
This approach to creativity focuses on a playful and ‘what if’ method of developing ideas for future designs or art directions through drawing. Mark-making, form creation, repetition and colour trials will be used as a basis to explore drawing through patchwork, weaving and hand stitched quilting. While you may choose to develop ideas onto ‘finished’ artefacts, drawings or designs, the series focuses on ideas generation as a part of the whole creative process.
We spend so much time thinking through ideas to completion, often before we even put pen to paper. What might happen if we think through such things while actually engaging in making, playfulness and ‘just doing stuff’ so, that we build an engaging and rich resource of research? Drawing can also be a challenge that brings anxiety, but a free approach to what might constitute drawing can often release those super exciting but unexpected ideas – that frequently never surface when we are rigid in our thinking.

 



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
While we may have a host of glorious materials and tools available to us, this course will focus on using more every day and accessible materials with extensions suggested as to how ideas may evolve with a broader range of medium etc. In terms of fabrics and threads, it can be with scraps that you have available, old items of clothing or cloth and yarn that has been bought specifically for this.
Key items may include the following: (detailed list will be supplied once you sign up)
General drawing materials: 
Pencils
Pens
Paints and/or inks
Pastels
Tapes
Glue
Tools: 
Scissors
Brushes
Sewing needles [various sizes]
Palette
Water pot
Grounds: 
Loose papers – various from scraps to cartridge paper
Sketchbook for recording
Documenting and working in
Fabrics [scraps + 1/2m plain fabric]
Light weight card.
Other: 
Tapestry frame / old picture frame or piece of thick card
Various yarns and other yarn type materials such as cloth strips
Old plastic bags etc.
Sewing threads.
Good additional options: 
Scalpel,
cutting mat,
ruler,
fabric glue stick [I like the Sewline one]

 



PROGRAMME:
Once you have signed up to the full course, you will have access to a full materials list and a video to help you prepare before you join a session, this will include information about colour and potential subject choices which you can take as a starting point or, ignore and focus on a subject / colour story of your own choosing.
PRE-COURSE MATERIALS:
A] Confined drawing video. Suggest completing before the live sessions, but not essential.
B] Pre-session planning. This video should be watched before you start the course to help you prepare and gather the things you will need. 
SERIES PROGRAMME:
Session 1] Mark-Making & Colour Thinking.
Session 2] Repetition of Form; but not repeats.
Session 3] Forms through Patchwork; DIY EPP.
Session 4] Tapestry as Textural Play.
Session 5] Quilting as Line & Surface Exploration.
 



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Each session will have a core focus that can be explored in isolation or as part of an overall series of activities. 
Understand a creative, action-based approach to research and ideas suitable for further development [for a design or, arts-based direction].
Develop confidence and enhance your skills in drawing as a tool for textiles.
Explore the pairing of both traditional and experimental approaches in a creative textile orientated practice.

Drawing

Stitch

Weaving

Creative Design

Designer

Quilting & Patchwork

A Level Art & Design

5 Week course using drawing as a process to play with both traditional materials and textile processes, to develop playfulness and experimentation as a tool for design and art directions.

Drawing for Textiles: 1 (Blended Online)

Brackley

This workshop is a slow and steady mindful stitching class where we will use linen and wool fabrics to create an appliqu&eacute; design of your choice. &nbsp;Using a range of simple but effective embroidery stitches in thicker thread to stand out with the woollen fabrics.This class is suitable for all and will allow us all to slow down, appreciate the fabrics and thread and put our busy lives aside for a few hours. &nbsp;Linen and wool are my favourite fabrics to hand stitch with.Your design may not be complete at the end of the session but you can take away all you need in terms of materials and knowledge to complete your textile art at home. &nbsp;You can frame your creation or use in a cushion or to decorate a bag. &nbsp;As always tea, cake are included in the workshop price along with all materials and tuition.&nbsp;

Stitching Kitchen

Felting

Mindful hand stitching with Linen and Wool fabrics to create a simple appliqué piece.  

Wool and Linen Applique - Slow Stitch - Hand Embroidery

BLENDED ONLINE COURSE WITH OPTION TO JOIN LIVE SESSIONS
Series 2: Textile Artefact Making as Resource & Drawing.
FEES: FULL COURSE £85
NB This course is available to anyone at any time. If you want to join in the live sessions you can, but not obligatory. They are however fun and you get to ask questions to Nicola and connect with other like minded attendees. The LIVE sessions are all recorded and uploaded to use as reference or to watch back, so don't worry if you can't make any of them. 



Join Nicola Perren of Perren Studios for a new set of classes in the Drawing for Textiles series. The 2nd of the series will see us explore and expand our resources in a fun, creative drive to engage with drawing for textiles as part of the design process. 
You do not need to have completed the 1st in the series to join in. You will select a subject matter of your own choosing and we will move off the flat surface of the page to create our own 3d artefacts. These can be used as elements to explore later on paper but more often emerge as observational drawings in themselves.

 



COURSE OVERVIEW:
We often find ourselves drawn to familiar subject matters and as a result, outcomes can start to become predictable. This course will see us not only making our own resources but also consider the act of making 3d resources as a drawing and observational process in itself. We will explore the abstraction of self-selected subject matters in a way that is mindful of a textile practice in order that we can promote outcomes that are unexpected, engaging and playful.



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is suitable for anyone, from those new to textiles, through to experienced makers who want to explore or refresh ways of thinking. You may be a teacher or lecturer looking to recharge your creative batteries, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or maybe outside of formal education and fancy trying something outside of your usual remit.
You may have already completed series one, if so, it is great to have you back on board but equally, this course can be completed without having done the previous one.



WHAT TO EXPECT:
The focus of this course will be on the creation of 3d artefacts that will be inspired by our own visual references i.e., drawings, photographs, objects. With a playful and experimental approach, we will consider form, scale, texture and line in the development of artefacts made from both soft and hard materials.
Making textiles, is so often about working ‘in space’, whether it is crochet, loom weaving, machine embroidery, tufting or even print making. When we draw on paper in more traditional ways, we can often cut straight to final designs and avoid the expressive, fun and trials that can emerge through drawing. By exploring drawing as a 3d mode, can engage with the more unusual and allow us to explore material properties, movement and the special qualities so often linked to textiles themselves.

 



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
This course does make use of a wide range of materials and tools, as with all my teaching, I offer alternatives to what I am doing in the class. You can do this course often with items you may already have around the house / in the garage but equally, you can by items specifically for the course. 
Below is a list of key items that I will use [in bold] and alternatives you may consider, it is all optional [detailed list will be supplied once you sign up].
General drawing materials: 
Pencils
Pens
Inks
Tapes
Glue
Tools: 
Scissors
Brushes
Sewing needles [various sizes]
Scalpel / craft knife
Cutting Mat
Ruler
Grounds: 
Loose papers – various from scraps to cartridge paper
Sketchbook for recording / documenting work in
Textiles: 
Fabric scraps and a few pieces about a4 size.
Felt [craft squares]
Various yarns and other yarn type materials such as cloth strips
Sewing threads – general haberdashery items.
Sequins / beads etc
Stuffing [can be old fabrics, old stuffing from a cushion, even paper]
Wire:
Various wires [can just have one type] suggest between 0.5 – 3mm, can be modelling wire, garden wire, floristry wire, recycled from cables, pipe cleaners etc
Wire cutter
Wire pliers
Soft materials:
Plasticine
Air dough [ https://www.livemoor.co.uk/products/air-dough-200g-pots?variant=41847215030459 ] You can buy this in various colours, but I tend to stick to the white as you can draw / paint onto it…
Play dough
Blue / white tac
Air dry clay
Fimo
Moulding icing
Tools to help mould items i.e., sticks, knives, knitting needles etc.
Hard materials:
Balsa wood [I use flat panels as well as the other formats]
Cardboard [upcycled]
Mount board
Glue suitable for material type [above] that you are using
And / or tape

 



PROGRAMME:
Once you have signed up to the full course, you will have access to a full materials list and a video to help you prepare before you join a session, this will include an approach to starting the project i.e., gathering visual references, creating some initial observational drawings [you may already have a project in the past you want to revisit or, want to start with something new]. In Series One, we worked with a particular colour story, for this series of classes, it is up to you if you want to use a colour story I provide, create your own or, like me keep colour simple and work with a monotone approach.
PRE-COURSE MATERIALS:
A] Pre-session planning. This video should be watched before you start the course to help you prepare and gather the things you will need. 
SERIES PROGRAMME:
Session 1] Drawing to Build.
Starting out drawing as form, we will then move on to lift the line off the page and into 3d. Twisting, binding, wrapping, folding and adapting will be key.
Session 2] Organic and Pliable.
Working with malleable materials, we will explore textural qualities and consider the potential of multiples.
Session 3] Geometric Structures.
Being mindful of edges, negative space and construction, we will explore our source subject with relatively hard materials.
Session 4] Soft Form Stitch.
Working with textiles as a material, we will explore the potential of stuffed forms stitch as a drawn observation.
Session 5] Drawing our Artefacts.
Observation and dramatic approaches are used to view, understand and explore our new library of visual resources.
 



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Each session will have a core focus that can be explored in isolation or as part of an overall series of activities. 
Understand a creative, action-based approach to research and ideas suitable for further development [for a design or, arts-based direction].
Develop confidence and enhance your skills in drawing, in its widest sense, as a tool for textiles.
Explore the pairing of both traditional and experimental approaches in a creative textile orientated practice.

Art Teacher

A Level Art

2D Design

Teacher Training

Drawing For Textiles 2 : Textile Artefact Making

BLENDED ONLINE COURSE WITH OPTION TO JOIN LIVE SESSIONS
Series 3: Experimental Image Making
NEXT LIVE START DATE: WEDNESDAY 12th JUNE 2024 (Zoom details sent out with booking)
TIMES: 19:00 - 20:30 (Every Wednesday for 5 Weeks)
FEES: FULL COURSE £85
RELEASE DATE: The online content will be available from mid-April 2024
NB This course is available to anyone at any time. If you want to join in the live sessions, you can, but not obligatory. They are however fun and you get to ask questions to Nicola and connect with other like-minded attendees. The LIVE sessions are all recorded and uploaded to use as reference or to watch back, so don't worry if you can't make any of them. 



Join Nicola Perren of Perren Studios for a new set of classes in the Drawing for Textiles series. The 3rd of the series will see us explore and expand our approaches to drawing based on a subject matter of your choosing. With an experimental approach to image-making we will explore materials, composition, creating drama and the secretive art of gouache paint. Finally, we will explore hand applique as a direct translation of our drawings and, as a drawing process in itself.



If you have completed the first two of the series, that is great. The 1st one will have connected drawing to textiles very clearly, the 2nd will have given you scope to expand your source materials and inspiration. While I recommend you do these, the 3rd in the series will also work very well on its own.
With a focus on drawing, we will continue to question the properties of textile materials whilst generating a portfolio of drawings suitable for a new design collection and textile developments. Using experimentation, restriction, abstraction, play and sensory observation, we will aim to create a dynamic portfolio of work that reflects a personally chosen colour palette.



The course content will be launched in April and available online for you to access in your own time. There is also the opportunity to do a live session linked to each of the five units in the course on a Wednesday evening [12th June - 10th July, 7.00 – 8.30pm UK time]. The live session is great for asking questions, get further tips and insight and as most previous participants comment ‘it’s just great to have 1.5 hours put aside to just draw, play, have fun and relax each week’.




COURSE OVERVIEW:
Sometimes, we miss that vital stage between initial drawn studies or notes and the final designing process, the 3rd in this series of Drawing for Textiles will be about exploring drawing and image-making. It will be experimental, playful, engaging and colourful.



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is suitable for anyone, from those new to textiles, through to experienced makers who want to explore or refresh ways of thinking. You may be a teacher or lecturer looking to recharge your creative batteries, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or maybe outside of formal education and fancy trying something outside of your usual remit.
You may have already completed series 1 or 2, if so, it is great to have you back on board but equally, this course can be completed without having done the previous series.



WHAT TO EXPECT:
The focus of this course will be on the creation of images and drawings that can stand alone in a project’s development and / or be the inspiration for translation into design and textiles. We will explore composition, abstraction and drama with a hint of expressiveness.
Aside from learning about hand stitched applique, you will also learn about stretching paper and how to work with Gouache paints.
You will select a subject matter of your own choosing, if you have done the 2nd in the series – you may want to use your artefacts to draw from. I recommend a format of drawing from a still life for this series and we will discuss how to make your still life dynamic and visually engaging, if you prefer however, you can draw from secondary sources. I will provide colour story options or, you may choose a story of your own. If you can have these items prepped before starting the units, that is helpful – but not a requirement.
This course is taught over 5 units, each unit is presented with a collection of recorded tasks, materials required and a short presentation that introduces the concepts for that unit. With the launch of the course, there will also be the opportunity to join any of the weekly live online evening sessions.
My way of teaching is relaxed, and I am told engaging, so while you will find plenty of opportunities for learning and considering different approaches, it is also enjoyable and can be completed according to your own timescale, energy and needs.




WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
This course does make use of a wide range of materials and tools, as with all my teaching, I offer alternatives to what I am doing in the class. You can do this course often with items you may already have around the house / in the garage but equally, you can by items specifically for the course. 
Below is a list of key items that I will use [in bold] and alternatives you may consider, it is all optional [detailed list will be supplied once you sign up].
I suggest you gather materials that link to your chosen colour story, if you do not have these – do not worry, but it is helpful.
General drawing materials: 
Pencils
Pens
Inks
Tapes
Glue
Bleach
Tools: 
Scissors
Brushes
Scalpel / craft knife
Cutting Mat
Ruler
Drawing board [if stretching paper]
Big water pot
Iron + board or mat.
Sewing needles
Grounds: 
Loose papers – various from scraps to cartridge paper
Cartridge paper
Sketchbook for recording / documenting work in
Paints:
Designer Gouache [Winsor & Newton, Daler Rowney, Schmincke] – NOT acrylic gouache. These paints are not particularly cheap and so my preference is to buy a few selected tubes according to the colours of the current project rather than a selection box with shades I will not use.
Textiles: 
Fabric and a selection of pieces about A4 size suitable for appliqué.
Sewing threads – general haberdashery items.
Fabric glue stick [optional]
A fusible interfacing – I use Floriani Stitch’n’Wash, Tearaway Fusible




PROGRAMME:
Once you have signed up to the full course, you will have access to a full materials list and a video to help you prepare before you join a session, this will include an approach to starting the project i.e., gathering visual references, selecting a colour story, stretching paper. You will have access to all 5 units in this program and there is also access to a few free additional sessions.
PRE-COURSE MATERIALS:
A] Pre-session planning. This video should be watched before you start the course to help you prepare and gather the things you will need. 
SERIES PROGRAMME:
Session 1] Abstracting the Mark.
We will jump straight into image making with a focus on mark-making and consideration of the non-white ground and your chosen colour story.
Session 2] Composing an Image.
Considering our chosen subject matters, we will explore compositions that engage the viewer and are perhaps unexpected.
Session 3] Gouache De-Mystified.
We will learn about designer gouache paint and a few different approaches to its use – all whilst developing our image-making folio.
Session 4] Added Drama.
Working with a range of media, we will add a touch of the theatrical to our drawings – this will be a messy session.
Session 5] Applique as Drawing.
We will learn about hand-based applique methods and will work towards a new image that utilises textiles as the core medium [with a little bit of a drawn materials intervention].



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Each session will have a core focus that can be explored in isolation or as part of an overall series of activities. 
Understand a creative, action-based approach to research and ideas suitable for further development [for a design or, arts-based direction].
Develop confidence and enhance your skills in drawing, in its widest sense, as a tool for textiles.
Explore the pairing of both traditional and experimental approaches in a creative textile orientated practice.

Drawing for Textiles 3 : Experimental Image Making + Live sessions

Cardross

<hr>This isn&#39;t just a hot water bottle cosy! This is a hot water bottle cosy filled to the brim with all the basics skills you need to get started with crochet.This 4 week course packs &nbsp;all the basic skills into one project. A wee taste of the 3 main crochet stitches (SC, HDC and DC - US terms) which we&#39;ll use to explore the foundation row, crocheting in rows, crocheting in the round, increasing, decreasing, colour work, simple decorative finishing and a spot of flower making.&nbsp;There&#39;s lots of repetition, and there will be some homework along the way!!, but after 4 weeks you&#39;ll have hand crocheted your very own hot water bottle cosy and hopefully you&#39;ll be inspired to learn more about this beautiful craft.&nbsp;Week 1 - 7 May | The Cosy - the foundation row, crochet in the round and increasingWeek 2 - 14 May | Stripes - colour workWeek 3 - 21 May | Flowers. Leaves &amp; Bow Ties- crochet in the round and in rows and a bit of puff stitch!Week 4 - 28 May | Final Flourishes - decreasing, decorative edges and detailThis workshop takes place in the Sew Silly Lily Crochet Cabin. I&#39;ll provide essential crochet refreshments and sweet things and you&#39;ll need to bring the materials listed below to crochet-along. It&#39;s ideal for absolute beginners, adventurous beginners, refreshing forgotten skills or maybe you just fancy some social crochet.&nbsp;What you&#39;ll need to crochet-along. . .<ul><li>a 4.0mm crochet hook</li><li>about 50g of double knit yarn in a main colour and extra yarn for colour work and decorative details*</li><li>a couple of stitch markers (safety pins or yarn scraps will do)</li><li>scissors and a big eye needle</li></ul>*For my main yarn I used Sheepjes Colour Crafter in 1824 Enschede. You won&#39;t need much of the other yarns so ideal for using up any odds and ends if you have them.<span id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(65, 65, 65); font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: pre; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">Once you&#39;re booked I&#39;ll be in touch to confirm the address and train/ parking options.<span style="color: rgb(65, 65, 65); font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: pre; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;"><span id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(65, 65, 65); font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">Taking this workshop is me, Sharon Goodwin from Sew Silly Lily. I&#39;m a graduate of Glasgow School of Art with a lifelong passion for textiles, craft and design.<p data-key="107" 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it comes to crochet, I&#39;m totally self-taught and still discovering. &nbsp;I really want to share all the best skills, tips and techniques I have learned - everything I wish someone had been able to share with me from the beginning of my journey.

Sew Silly Lily

Crochet

A simple hot water bottle cosy filled to the brim with all the crochet basics, stitches and techniques for a beginner.

Beginners & Beyond Crochet-Along | Floral Hot Water Bottle Cosy

This workshop is a slow and steady mindful stitching class where we will use vintage linen and lace fabrics to create an abstract design of your choice. &nbsp;Using a range of simple but effective embroidery stitches creams and subtle colours. &nbsp;Adorn your piece with a range of vintage buttons too.&nbsp;This class is suitable for all and will allow us all to slow down, appreciate the fabrics and thread and put our busy lives aside for a few hours. &nbsp;Linen has to be the best fabric to hand stitch with.Your piece may not be complete at the end of the session but you can take away all you need in terms of materials and knowledge to complete your textile art at home. &nbsp;You can frame your creation or use in a cushion or to decorate a bag. &nbsp;As always tea, cake are included in the workshop price along with all materials and tuition.&nbsp;

Hand Embroidery

Mindful hand stitching with Linen and vintage lace fabrics to create a simple abstract piece.  Adorn your piece with buttons from the plentiful button jars at Stitching Kitchen 

Vintage Linen and Lace - Slow Stitch - Hand Embroidery

INTRODUCTION TO FREE-HAND MACHINE EMBROIDERY + NICKY SIMPSONONLINE&nbsp;ON-DEMANDFEES:&nbsp; FULL COURSE &pound;35<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;">WHAT THE COURSE IS ALL ABOUT:A great new introductory course lead by textiles artist NICKY SIMPSON. This course introduces you to free-hand machine embroidery, an exciting and creative textile skill. During the course you will learn how to draw/paint with stitch, just as a fine artist uses paint, using your hands with free motion. Release your creative spirit using your sewing machine!<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;">WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:This short course is suitable for anyone, and especially for those new to textiles. You may be a teacher wanting to up-skill, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or anyone who would like to be more creative with their sewing machine!<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;">WHAT TO EXPECT:This is a comprehensive course which offers a series of 6 short video tutorials, where you can practice alongside Nicky, working at your own pace. Each video can be paused and rewound. There are also step-by-step guides which have health &amp; safety, tips and trouble shooting.&nbsp;Video Tutorial 1: Introduction &amp; Equipment Video Tutorial 2: Feed Dog &amp; Presser Foot Video Tutorial 3: Your Design Video Tutorial 4: The Hoop Video Tutorial 5: Preparation Video Tutorial 6: Get Sewing<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;">WHAT YOU WILL NEED:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">8&#39; Wooden hoop</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Piece of cotton fabric to use for your design</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Glass head pins</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Reel of thread</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Template of rose design</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Sewing machine with free hand capacity (the dog feed lowers with a drop feed lever)</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Darning foot/quilting foot&nbsp;</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Fabric: You need a cotton based, cut a shape bigger than your hoop size.</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Fabric scissors</li><li id="isPasted" style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Thread: Colour of your choice.</li></ul><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;">LEARNING OUTCOMES:<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Learn and practice a new and exciting skill.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Develop confidence and enhance your skills using a sewing machine as a drawing tool.</li></ul>

INTRODUCTION TO FREE-HAND MACHINE EMBROIDERY + NICKY SIMPSON
ONLINE ON-DEMAND
FEES: FULL COURSE £35



WHAT THE COURSE IS ALL ABOUT:
A great new introductory course lead by textiles artist NICKY SIMPSON. This course introduces you to free-hand machine embroidery, an exciting and creative textile skill. During the course you will learn how to draw/paint with stitch, just as a fine artist uses paint, using your hands with free motion. Release your creative spirit using your sewing machine!



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This short course is suitable for anyone, and especially for those new to textiles. You may be a teacher wanting to up-skill, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or anyone who would like to be more creative with their sewing machine!



WHAT TO EXPECT:
This is a comprehensive course which offers a series of 6 short video tutorials, where you can practice alongside Nicky, working at your own pace. Each video can be paused and rewound. There are also step-by-step guides which have health & safety, tips and trouble shooting. 
Video Tutorial 1: Introduction & Equipment
Video Tutorial 2: Feed Dog & Presser Foot
Video Tutorial 3: Your Design
Video Tutorial 4: The Hoop
Video Tutorial 5: Preparation
Video Tutorial 6: Get Sewing



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
8' Wooden hoop
Piece of cotton fabric to use for your design
Glass head pins
Reel of thread
Template of rose design
Sewing machine with free hand capacity (the dog feed lowers with a drop feed lever)
Darning foot/quilting foot
Fabric: You need a cotton based, cut a shape bigger than your hoop size.
Fabric scissors
Thread: Colour of your choice.



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Learn and practice a new and exciting skill.
Develop confidence and enhance your skills using a sewing machine as a drawing tool.

Free Motion & Machine Embroidery

Embroidery

Machine Embroidery

A short online introductory course to free hand machine embroidery with Nicky Simpson

Intro To Free Hand Machine Embroidery (Online On-Demand)

Welcome to Tailoring and Alterations Training Program: Skill Enhancement. In this course, you&#39;ll learn: <ol style="color: rgb(209, 213, 219); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(209, 213, 219);"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Introduction to Tailoring:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Gain a foundational understanding of tailoring principles and techniques.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore the history and evolution of tailoring in the context of fashion and garment construction.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn about different fabrics, their properties, and how they influence tailoring choices.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Sewing Machine Essentials:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Familiarize yourself with various types of sewing machines and their functionalities.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Master the operation of sewing machines, including threading, tension adjustment, and troubleshooting common issues.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop proficiency in choosing the right sewing machine for different tasks.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Basic Sewing Techniques:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Acquire fundamental sewing skills, including straight stitching, zigzag stitching, and basting.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn how to read and interpret sewing patterns.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Practice precision and attention to detail in stitching seams, hems, and edges.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Altering Tops and Shirts:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore techniques for altering the fit and style of tops and shirts.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand the principles of taking measurements and making adjustments for a tailored fit.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn how to modify necklines, sleeves, and darts to achieve desired alterations.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Altering Pants and Skirts:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Dive into the intricacies of altering pants and skirts to enhance fit and style.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Master techniques for adjusting waistbands, hem lengths, and pant legs.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Explore methods for modifying pleats, pockets, and closures.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Advanced Alterations:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Elevate your skills with advanced alteration techniques for complex garments.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Tackle intricate projects involving multiple components and intricate designs.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn to work with specialty fabrics and handle challenging alterations with confidence.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Special Projects:<ul style="color: initial; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: initial;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Apply your newfound skills to creative and unique projects.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Undertake custom projects such as designing and creating personalized garments.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Showcase your creativity and innovation in tailoring through hands-on, project-based learning.</li></ul></li></ol>

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Elevate your sewing expertise with our Tailoring and Alterations Training Program: Skill Enhancement. Master the art of garment customization, from basic sewing techniques to advanced alterations. Unleash your creativity in special projects and become a skilled tailor with our comprehensive course. Join now for a transformative journey in the world of fashion craftsmanship.

Tailoring and Alterations Training Program: Skill Enhancement


24 Hour Flash Deal **25-in-1 Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Mega Bundle** Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Enrolment Gifts **FREE PDF Certificate**FREE PDF Transcript ** FREE Exam** FREE Student ID ** Lifetime Access **FREE Enrolment Letter **Take the initial steps toward a successful long-term career by studying the Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry package online with Studyhub through our online learning platform. The Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry bundle can help you improve your CV, wow potential employers, and differentiate yourself from the mass.This Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry course provides complete 360-degree training on Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry. 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Plus Studyhub's signature Forever Access is given as always, meaning these Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry courses are yours for as long as you want them once you enrol in this courseThis Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Bundle consists the following career oriented courses:<ul><li>Course 01: Needle Felting Artistry: Creating Beautiful Textile Designs</li><li>Course 02: Textiles and Fabrics Skills</li><li>Course 03: Tailoring and Alterations</li><li>Course 04: Sewing Diploma</li><li>Course 05: Sewing Patterns Training</li><li>Course 06: Fabrics for Fashion Design: Essential Learning for Designers</li><li>Course 07: Crochet for Beginners</li><li>Course 08: Embroidery For Beginners Certificate</li><li>Course 09: Learning Drawing and Illustration Complete Training</li><li>Course 10: CAD Course</li><li>Course 11: Fashion Styling Fundamentals: Building a Career in Fashion Styling</li><li>Course 12: Fashion Psychology: The Psychology Behind Style Choices</li><li>Course 13: Fashion Photography: Capturing Style and Elegance</li><li>Course 14: Retail Store Manager</li><li>Course 15: Visual Merchandising</li><li>Course 16: Fashion Store Assistant Personal Shopper</li><li>Course 17: Revamp Your Closet</li><li>Course 18: Mastering the Role of a Printing Worker: From Setup to Final Print</li><li>Course 19: Digital Art - Sketching In Photoshop for Beginners</li><li>Course 20: Start Your Own Business</li><li>Course 21: Hand, Wrist &amp; Finger Safety Training</li><li>Course 22: Customer Relationship Management</li><li>Course 23: Safety Audits: Ensuring Workplace Safety and Compliance</li><li>Course 24: ETSY Marketing and Business</li><li>Course 25: Fashion Law</li></ul> The Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry course has been prepared by focusing largely on Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry career readiness. It has been designed by our Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry specialists in a manner that you will be likely to find yourself head and shoulders above the others. For better learning, one to one assistance will also be provided if it's required by any learners.The Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Bundle is one of the most prestigious training offered at StudyHub and is highly valued by employers for good reason. This Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry bundle course has been created with twenty-five premium courses to provide our learners with the best learning experience possible to increase their understanding of their chosen field.This Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry Course, like every one of Study Hub's courses, is meticulously developed and well researched. 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Here's what you get:<ul><li>Step by step Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry lessons</li><li>One to one assistance from Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistryprofessionals if you need it</li><li>Innovative exams to test your knowledge after the Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistrycourse</li><li>24/7 customer support should you encounter any hiccups</li><li>Top-class learning portal</li><li>Unlimited lifetime access to all twenty-five Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry courses</li><li>Digital Certificate, Transcript and student ID are all included in the price</li><li>PDF certificate immediately after passing</li><li>Original copies of your Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry certificate and transcript on the next working day</li><li>Easily learn the Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry skills and knowledge you want from the comfort of your home</li></ul> <h2>
 
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Crafting Threads: Advanced Diploma in Sewing and Textile Artistry

Explore the sculptural possibilities of knitting using simple techniques, with both conventional yarns and experimental materials.
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<li>Creating 3D forms with ordinary knitting needles, plus circular and double pointed needles</li>
<li>Building structures with multiples</li>
<li>Shaping forms with a felting needle</li>
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There will be demonstrations of knitting and needle felting techniques, advice on fillings for soft sculpture, and a discussion on combining plaster to textiles.&nbsp; The class also includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation showing to inspire further ideas after the session.
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All levels of ability are welcome.&nbsp; The workshop is aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles or mixed media sculpture, wishing to explore the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece.
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Materials and equipment: -
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<li>&nbsp;Knitting needles or crochet hooks, ideally to match the size of the yarn; plus double pointed knitting needles if you have them.</li>
<li>Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn, although thicker yarns such as 4ply, DK, Arun, Chunky and Super Chunky, would work best.&nbsp; Also string, jute or garden twine, and felting yarns if you have them.</li>
<li>Scissors, for cutting threads</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam.&nbsp; Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
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Rosina Godwin

Knitted Sculpture is an experimental workshop focusing on making three dimensional pieces using simple techniques.

Knitted Sculpture

Inspired by Pop Art and the graphic design of protest art, Neon Knitting uses Dayglo yarns to create bold designs using simple techniques:-
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<li>Knitting stripes with knit &amp; purl patterns</li>
<li>Combining open and raised effects to create bold patterns</li>
<li>Adding fabric to knitting</li>
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The session includes a worksheet, knitting demonstrations, plus a PowerPoint presentation covering ways to create your fabrics, using simple mark making and basic silk screen printing.&nbsp; There will also be examples to inspire further exploration after the session.
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Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece, although techniques can be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
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What attendees will need: -
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<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks.</li>
<li>Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them.</li>
<li>Several small stitch holders or safety pins.</li>
<li>Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
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Experimental knitting workshop, combining neon yarns with simple geometric designs to create a bold statement!

Neon Knits

Early Bird Workshop Ticket

Knitting the Rainbow is an experimental knitting workshop using simple techniques to explore colour:-
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<li>Using colour to express mood and atmosphere.</li>
<li>Exploring basic colour theory, to knit stripes and blocks of colour.</li>
<li>Creating a knitted patchwork.</li>
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The session includes a worksheet, knitting demonstrations, plus a PowerPoint presentation covering plus graduation dyeing with Procion MX Cold Water dyes.&nbsp; There will also be a range of samples, to inspire further exploration after the session.
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Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece, although techniques can be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
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What attendees will need: -
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<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks.</li>
<li>Yarns, any will do, but bright rainbow shades if possible.</li>
<li>Several small stitch holders or safety pins.</li>
<li>Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
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Experimental knitting workshop using free knitting techniques to explore colour, and dyeing your own yarns using Procion MX dyes.

Knitting the Rainbow

Explore the creative potential of knitting to make artwork and sculpture, using simple techniques and unconventional materials.&nbsp;
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<li>Knitting with unconventional materials (wire, garden twine, string), fancy and neon yarns</li>
<li>Making yarns from strips of fabric, plastic and paper</li>
<li>Threading beads, buttons or fabric onto the yarn</li>
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There will be demonstrations of knitting and yarn making techniques, and discussions on applying experimental materials such as paper pulp and acrylic gel.&nbsp; The class includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation, plus samples and demonstrations to inspire further ideas for after the session.
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All levels of ability are welcome.&nbsp; The workshop is aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles or mixed media sculpture, wishing to explore the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece.
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Materials and equipment: -
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<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks, ideally larger sized needles or hooks 6mm or more</li>
<li>Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn, plus string, garden twine, braid, thin ribbon or lace, gift wrap tape, etc., could be used as an experimental yarn</li>
<li>Plastic bags, carrier bags and clean food wrappers such as bread bags or frozen food bags</li>
<li>Fabric, a closely woven cotton fabric, jersey T-shirt fabric, or an unwanted garment</li>
<li>Paper, newspaper, brown paper, tissue paper, old wrapping paper, etc</li>
<li>Beads, buttons, sequins, small scraps of fabric, anything which can be threaded onto a yarn</li>
<li>Scissors, for both fabric and paper</li>
<li>Hand Needles, preferably large-eyed tapestry needles</li>
<li>Thread, for hand sewing</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
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Material Adventures in Knitting is an experimental workshop exploring the potential of simple techniques and unconventional materials.

Material Adventures in Knitting

The workshop explores the exciting textural properties of felt, using basic knitting techniques and experimental materials.
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<li>Playing with colour and pattern</li>
<li>Using simple knitting techniques to create embossed effects</li>
<li>Combining felting yarn with none felting yarn to produce unusual textures</li>
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There will be demonstrations of the knitting techniques, plus a discussion on the felting properties of different sheep breeds, and various wet felting methods.&nbsp; &nbsp;The workshop will focus on using pre-made yarns, and therefore will not be covering spinning with raw fibres.
All levels of ability are welcome.&nbsp; &nbsp;The class includes a worksheet, samples and a PowerPoint presentation, to inspire further ideas for after the session.
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Materials and equipment: -
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<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks</li>
<li>Felting yarn, 100% wool is usually the best &ndash; check the label to see if it says suitable for felting. However avoid Superwash wool which is designed not to felt.</li>
<li>Yarn, conventional yarn, plus fine string, twine, thin ribbon or lace, embroidery threads</li>
<li>Scissors, for cutting yarns</li>
<li>Hand Needles, preferably large-eyed tapestry needles (optional)</li>
<li>Thread, for hand sewing, could be wool or any other fibre (optional)</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
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Exploring the unique texture of felted knitting to create art, sculpture and many other practical purposes!

Felted Knitting

Inspired by the body, the workshop explores creating simple 3D shapes and biomorphic forms.
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<li>Playing with colour and texture</li>
<li>Making apertures and adding removable appendages</li>
<li>Soft sculpture and experimental fillings</li>
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The session includes a worksheet and PowerPoint presentation, plus samples and demonstrations to inspire further ideas for after the session.
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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) &ndash; however many of the techniques could be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
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What attendees will need: -
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<li>Knitting needles, double pointed knitting needles and conventional knitting needles or crochet hooks.</li>
<li>Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them, plus any with interesting textures.</li>
<li>Stuffing, conventional polyester cushion stuffing, woollen fleece or shredded paper.</li>
<li>Haberdasheries, including ribbon, sequins, beads, buttons, felt, etc to decorate your piece.</li>
<li>Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
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Knit your own imaginary creature, while exploring both colour and texture using simple knitting techniques!

Knitting Imaginary Creatures

Decaying Structures in Knitting is an experimental knitting workshop, exploring ways to create holes and open surfaces using simple hand knitting techniques.&nbsp; Exploiting the properties of the fibre, the session will also look at creating eroded surfaces using both heat and chemicals methods.
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<li>Creating loose structures with large needles</li>
<li>Making patterns and random holes using casting on and off techniques</li>
<li>Using a heat gun to produce an eroded surface on synthetic materials</li>
<li>Applying devor&eacute; paste to knitting to create both textural and colour effects</li>
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There will be demonstrations of knitting and yarn making techniques, plus a worksheet, PowerPoint presentation and samples to inspire further ideas after the session.
All levels of ability are welcome. The workshop is aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles or mixed media sculpture, wishing to explore the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece.
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Materials and equipment: -
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<li>Yarn, any conventional knitting yarn</li>
<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks, to match the size of your yarn, plus larger or jumbo sized needles if you have them.</li>
<li>Scissors, for cutting yarns</li>
<li>Large eyed sewing needle</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>

Explore creating holes and open structures using both conventional and experimental knitting processes.

Decaying Structures in Knitting

Level 5 Diploma in Sewing QLS endorsedLooking for an easy way to learn to sew from the comfort of your own home? You'll learn everything about sewing, from the types of sewing machines, sewing supplies and products, threads, hand stitches, hems, and much more, upon course completion of our QLS Endorsed Level 5 Diploma in Sewing. The quality of our first-class course is uncompromising for both you and us. You will be taught the richest materials from this exquisite sewing course, enabling you to open up a vast world of opportunities to grasp and gain success. This QLS-endorsed premium Sewing course has intensive study modules, dedicated tutor assistance, customer support, flexible learning opportunities and a globally recognised certification. Thus, completing our Sewing course will give you limitless options anywhere and everywhere since the value of QLS-endorsed qualification is relatively high!! For the price point, this course is an absolute steal! It's an investment you do not want to miss out on!Why Learn with us: As one of the leading e-learning service providers globally, we strive to provide all our learners with the best e-learning experience possible that can make a real difference in their career progression.Our Service for the Sewing Includes:<ul><li>Intensive Study Notes</li><li>Tutor Support</li><li>Customer Support</li><li>Assignment Help</li><li>QLS Endorsed Certificate</li><li>24/7 Learning Portal Access</li><li>Widely Compatible Study Materials</li></ul>Course Curriculum of Sewing<ul><li>Module 01: Knowing Your Sewing Machine</li><li>Module 02: Types of Sewing Machine</li><li>Module 03: Sewing Supplies and Products</li><li>Module 04: Threads</li><li>Module 05: Fabric Basics and Common Stitches</li><li>Module 06: Working with Patterns</li><li>Module 07: Cutting, Marking and Getting Ready to Sew</li><li>Module 08: Sewing a Seam</li><li>Module 09: Hand Stitches</li><li>Module 10: Hems</li><li>Module 11: Sewing Machine Maintenance</li><li>Module 12: T-Shirts</li><li>Module 13: Baby Blankets</li></ul>Assessment &amp; CertificationLearners must submit a comprehensive summarised assignment on all the units that our expert tutor will assess if all the learning outcomes are met as per the standard set by QLS. After the quality check, the learner will receive the Sewing certificate.Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence SchemeAn endorsed certificate will be issued to learners at the course's end to recognise course completion. Provided that the learner completes all course assessments, he or she can claim a certificate.Endorsement:QLS endorsed this certified course as a highly qualified, non-regulated provision and training programme. There will be a trainer to answer all your questions, including your progression routes into further higher education.<h2>
 
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 Our course is open to everyone. This Level 5 Diploma in Sewing QLS endorsedis ideal for those who aspire to gain in-depth knowledge &amp; efficient skills to embark into the relevant sector as a promising potential.
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 There are no formal requirements needed for this Level 5 Diploma in Sewing QLS-endorsed course. So, learners do not require any prior qualifications to enrol in this course.
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 Here are the professions that directly need basic sewing skills, with the average salary per year:<ul><li>Seamstress/Tailor : £15,000 to £30,000</li><li>Fashion Designer : £20,000 to £60,000</li><li>Costume Designer : £20,000 to £45,000</li><li>Textile Designer : £20,000 to £45,000</li><li>Pattern Maker : £20,000 to £35,000</li><li>Clothing Alteration Specialist : £15,000 to £25,000</li></ul>
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