Applique Techniques and Free-motion Machine Embroidery BEVERLEY

Learn how to layer fabrics and make beautiful textile artwork with free-motion machine embroidery - beginners welcome A wonderful workshop opportunity to learn how to layer fabrics and 'draw' with a sewing machine. Session run by Holly Capstick from Thread and Press CIC. In this exciting workshop, learn how to select and layer a variety of beautiful cotton fabrics to create wonderful artwork. You will be shown how to select and create an image suitable, either bring your own images to work from (7 inch diameter max) or use some of Holly's many templates. You will then learn how to use free-motion machine embroidery (by lowering the feed dogs) to stitch, cut and reveal layers to make a beautiful artwork. Lots of images and fabrics to choose from. All materials and equipment (including sewing machines) are provided. Beginners welcome, even if you have no experience of free-motion sewing, Holly can show you how to use a machine successfully to make a fantastic fabric artwork. Plenty of source images and inspiration - although feel free to bring your own images to work from (around 7 inch diamtere max) Holly will provide you with support and guidance throughout – even if you have never done anything like this before, you will love the experimental approach. Holly has been teaching for over 15 years and can help you to create an artwork to be proud of. Session run by Thread and Press CIC, a Community Interest Company. Please note, parking at this venue is pay and display (or nearby free street parking if available). This is an adult course. No experience required. What is provided: - Full tuition. -Hot drinks - After session support via email if required. - Use of all equipment required. - Fabrics, threads and all other materials. - Source images can be provided (although feel free to bring your own, 7 inch diameter max).