Using a range of different tools, we will make spontaneous marks, exploring line, shape and colour. Working with inks, crayons, pens and pencils, the surface will gradually develop into a rich patina that will inspire small pieces of stitching. Techniques will include collage with painted papers and tissue paper and simple print, amongst others. Areas will be selected from the mark making to interpret into stitching with couching, appliqué, and a variety of surface stitches, to create richly patterned textiles.

For sketchbook and mark making:
A1 piece of cartridge paper (to create zigzag book)
Paper scissors
Pritt stick and PVA
Black ink, dip pen, fine liner pen, thick felt pen, 4b pencil
Two colours of acrylic paint plus white
Brushes - small, medium, large(half inch)
Water pot
Palette
Small piece of sponge
Tissue paper, coloured or not
Masking tape.
For stitch:
Piece of calico or cotton sheeting, coloured or not
Piece of muslin or fine interfacing for backing
Selection of threads: black or very dark colour, white plus two other colours (to match those used for design)
Usual sewing kit

Janet Edmonds