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Exploring and advancing various felt making techniques as we go throughout the term. This term we are exploring texture through felt making with resists. We will work towards selecting a texture you like and creating a generous sized handbag in the final few weeks. Wk 1: Create a flower 'scene' with a 3D relief flower head. Wk 2 & 3: Exploring textures through 6 samples - consider your colour pallet. Wk 4: Making a 3D vessel using a selected texture from previous weeks. Wk 5: Breathe week (finish off/take stock/test out/try something) We will also look at bag planning for next week. Wk 6: Bag making with a resist and chosen texture. Wk 7: Create a lining for your bag. Stitch in lining, clasp and handles* (Sewing machine required - you can bring in your own** or use one of the studio's.) Wk 8: Finish off bag construction - or - explore your own felt project. Wk 9: Needle felting - 3D creatures: A fox is afoot! *Handles are not part of the course fees - approx. £12 a set. ** Personal machines need to be in good working order - make sure there are no signs of damage to power leads etc.

The idea behind this block is to explore various processes these could be lino/gelli/silkscreen printing, fabric collage and manipulation, dyes, image transfers, chemical treatments and sometimes a touch of felt making. Most blocks cover free machine stitch. We explore processes through guided projects ie it could be mini free stitch quilts or free stitched dissolvable bowls. Often mixing up processes ie free stitching on paper prints or felt. Focus this term: This coming terms plan is still 'under construction', feel free to ask me questions if your not sure. Sessions start at 10 and technically finish at 12.30 (though give yourself a window on that time) Its a lovely group of ladies who already do this block, feel free to bob in on a Tuesday before we hit half term and check us out. New Students: Do book here, however to fully secure your space email in to arrange a deposit please (£40 - refundable if cancelled up to 2 weeks before start date). I sometimes limit available places on the website, as current students get first refusal for the next block. Do email in if it appears that there's no places. Full payment of course fees is due 2 weeks before the block starts. Continuing students: Feel free to book here and pay using the BAC's details already supplied. (2 weeks before start date please). FAQ: Do I need my own sewing machine? Nope - However most folks prefer to use and learn with their own, but either is fine. As long as I know you will need one of the studio's, its fine; just let me know from the outset. Personal machines need to be in good working order - make sure there are no signs of damage to power leads etc. Can I still do this block if I don't know free machine stitch/embroidery/thread drawing? Yes (however*) - This technique is used in most of the Creative Textile blocks. While it is possible to get a hold of the process within the course block, *I have discovered that for complete newbies to free machine stitch, it is more beneficial to provide a session solely on those processes, designed as a smaller cosy beginners day. Please book one of these sessions before the main block if it is a process that's new to you: 'Intro to Free machine Stitch' - Day Workshop. Note: If you are bringing your own machine, it needs to be in good order. You will need a free machine foot etc (more details can be found on the booking link for 'Intro to Free Machine Stitch')

Lets get you to grips with how your sewing machine works... We will cover what all the parts of your machine do, what tension is and how to change it and explore what stitches you can create with your machine. Before you leave, we will make sure you are confident with how to thread up your machine, bobbin winding and how to create the perfect stitch, including how to neatly start and finish a line of stitching. You will also get to try your hand at a little bit of applique. This will be a small group session or no more than 4 people so I can spend as much time with you and your machine as possible.

Wet felted pod-pots: 3D wet felting is a fun session, though more suited for those who have done a bit of wet felting before. If you are a newbie to felt making and like the idea of this, please get in contact and I’ll see if I can bolt on an introduction to felt making for you in the days before the workshop (additional fee applies). You will go home with your own wee pot, which you have 'designed' through colour choice and added surface details. What is included in the price? Refreshments - tea and coffee in the studio. A short lunch is planned in - Please feel free to bring your own light lunch (Week days only: if you arrive earlier and pre order from the café – they will deliver to the Textile studio at 12pm if you ask them to.) Either way this will be followed by my homemade brownies. Allergies: As I do home bakes for these sessions, please let me know if you (or any of your group) have a food allergy. Please also be aware that we use real wool, not synthetic fibres.

An informal bookable 'rent a work space' session for studio members. - July's FF is on the 14th - August has 3 open days: Wed 16th, Friday 18th and Monday 21st. For those who want to get there teeth stuck into a project over the 2 days. Wed 16th - 10 til 2pm is for those who regularly use the studio (I will likely have a cyanotype focus) Friday 18th - Small wet felted sea scapes - mini workshop. Open to any past/current students 10 til 1pm Monday 21st - Open to any past/current students 10 til 1pm. Sept 1st - The last open Funky Friday. 10 til 1pm (See pricing below - Pay on the day) Sessions are generally for those who have a project idea and are competent with the equipment you need eg: sewing machines, printing or felting kit etc - I am here.  Sessions are subject to minimum numbers to run and are free to book - just pay on the day, cash or card. To book here: 1. Set yourself up a Log-in 2. Using the calendar select the right date (or search for the next free slot) to book some or all of the sessions you fancy. You can only select 1 session at a time as you book. Feel free to book them all ahead so you are sure you can get the sessions you want.  Class catch up: Sometimes these sessions are used to pick up where a student has missed a more formal class session - so you can be guaranteed you'll see a nice mix of folk there. Bring a friend: If you know what you are going to work on, feel free to book 2 slots and bring a friend. Support workers: Please let me know if you are being accompanied so the space can be set out appropriately. Session fees: Class catch up | Free General session | £5 Taught/Lead session | £12 General and taught sessions - additional material fees apply. or Pre planned mini workshop | £25 pp If you think you will need something in a session that needs preparation/digging out, please let me know in the booking form. Final session this year will be in Aug.

Join me for a fun afternoon of embroidering a useful felt needle case. I will guide you through the basic stitches which you can use to great effect. There will be a variety of designs to choose from including DMC cotton thread or fine wool thread. The course includes all materials and a kit for you to take home and finish off. In three hours we will get quite a lot of the stitching done, and every stitch will be demonstrated. I will offer you a choice of design prior to the course, so you can choose your favourite. There will be plenty of time to practice the stitches, and you will leave with confidence. This workshop is suitable for beginners upwards, even if you are an advanced stitcher, you will still get plenty out of this style of stitching, whether it be the fine threads that you choose or wool that is easier to learn with, both are easily achievable. The needle case is formed from seven squares of felt stitched together with blanket stitch. It can hold a five inch hoop in the back pocket, and it also has a felt strip to hold your needles safe, and a little pocket to keep threads in, they are so useful and can also be used as a cosmetics case or purse. You will be guided through every stage: - The design will be ready traced for you to get going. - I will show you how to place your the felt fabric into the hoop. - Threading the wool or thread through the needle, with a very simple method. - Basic stitch styles, which are easy to master and will be used to great effect. - Following the course, you are not alone as I will be available by email if you need any further advice, and there are stitch tutorial videos at my website. I am a qualified teacher in Art & Creative Practice, and over the past year I have demonstrated on many shows at the craft TV channel 'Create and Craft' with my branded embroidery kits from 'Little House of Victoria', For further details, please email me at hello@littlehouseofvictoria.com

A few fun hours immersing yourself in wet Feltmaking, The theme here is sunsets and you choose your own silhouette. Is a good sized piece too! Building up the layers then sitting your silhouette in the foreground. Just let me know or send an image of the kind of creature or object you want as a Silhouette. The deer is very popular! What is included in the price? Refreshments - tea and coffee in the studio. A short lunch is planned in - Please feel free to bring your own light lunch (Tues- Sat only: if you arrive earlier and pre order from the café – they will deliver to the Textile studio at 12pm if you ask them to.) Either way this will be followed by my homemade brownies. Allergies: As I do home bakes for these sessions, please let me know if you (or any of your group) have a food allergy. Please also be aware that we use real wool, not synthetic fibres.

A fun 3 hour session getting to grips with 3D needle felting. Creating a wee creature created with a simple armature. With Tea and biscuits of course! We have is an onsite cafe - feel free to order a lunch pitstop for after your workshop.

Come join Sue for a 3 of hours of what she calls flufftastic time. Sue will walk you through a beginners Snowdrop. This lovely short course is designed to introduce you to the craft of needle felting. When booking 'check for next available date' Next Date: Sat 29th April Time: 10am to 1pm Refreshments: Tea and coffee in the studio Any questions about the class please contact Sue at flufftastic23@gmail.com.

A 3 hour session getting to grips with how the process of wet felting with wool fibres works. We will create a wet felted fabric that will open up a new world of stitch potential, while learning about the science of felt making.

Come join Sue for a couple of hours of what she calls flufftastic time. Sue will walk you through a beginners blossom tree, which is presented within its own hoop for hanging. This lovely short course is designed to introduce you to the craft of needle felting. When booking 'check for next available date' Next Date: Wed 29th March Time: 2.30pm to 4.30pm Refreshments: Tea and coffee in the studio Any questions about the class please contact Sue at flufftastic23@gmail.com.

Wet felted 3D Vessel: A two day introduction to 3D wet felting, incorporating nuno felting and your own mark making into a 3D wet felted vessel. Day 1: Wet felting introduction and painting* your own fabric ready for day 2's vessel making. *Simple mark making on fabric - please feel free to bring in your own painterly/line inspiration based on anything from flowers to abstract art. Day 2: Fixing fabric, laying out and felting your vessel. You will go home with your own unique vase style vessel. FAQ: Is the session suitable for newbies to felt making? Yes, absolutely; though please be aware that felt making requires a bit of focus and elbow grease! What is included in the price? Refreshments - tea and coffee in the studio. A short lunch is planned in - Please feel free to bring your own light lunch (Week days only: if you arrive earlier and pre order from the café – they will deliver to the Textile studio at 12pm if you ask them to.) Either way this will be followed by my homemade brownies. Allergies: As I do home bakes for these sessions, please let me know if you (or any of your group) have a food allergy. Please also be aware that we use real wool, not synthetic fibres.