Thread sketching, thread painting, embellishing with thread. Learn what these terms mean and practice these techniques. Must have a sewing machine with free motion capabilities and a free motion or darning foot. (1 day)
Scrunched Tree
Create a small wall hanging featuring a 3D tree. (1 day)
N.Y. Beauty Blocks
Learn how to foundation paper piece and perfect your curved piecing skills. These blocks can be used to make a pillow top or a tote bag. (1 day)
Mini Landscapes
Make a small scene using fabric scraps. Embellish with thread painting. Use to make a fabric postcard to send to someone special, or a small landscape suitable for framing. (1 day)
Love Those Loons!
Use fusible applique techniques and a variety of black and white fabrics to create a common loon. Pattern provided. (1 day)
Harmonic Convergence
Use Ricky Tim’s technique to create a harmonic convergence background for a unique piece of textile art. Embellishment suggestions will be provided. (1 day)
Fabric Weaving
Learn a variety of techniques and tips for weaving with fabric. The samples you make can be used for placemats or creative backgrounds for art quilts. Embellishing suggestions will be provided. (1 day)
Colourwash Loon
Make a colourwash background using blue and green fabrics. Use as a background for a loon scene. (2 days)
Building Blocks
Use fabrics to make your favourite building. Barns work well for a first building project. (2 days)
Seasonal Splendour Landscapes
Make a whole-cloth or pieced background for this landscape which features a large 3D tree and surrounding details to represent your favourite season. (1 day)
Round Bargello
Make a round bargello to use as is, or as a background for an appliqued bird or animal. (1 or 2 days)