Pots and Patches
Tutor: Janet EdmondsCourse Code: 4224-06
Summary
Explore shape and colour in the context of still life. We will put together a collection of pots against a simple pieced background. These images may be representational or become abstract. Designs made will then be created by machine using free running stitch. We will use a limited colour scheme to explore contrasts, combinations and blended colour.
Description
By the end of the two day course you should have completed one or two small pieces of stitching. Going forward, these may become framed images or a part of something else, such as a decorative panel on a bag or a series of images combined to make a much larger piece. The ‘Pots and Patches’ theme should inspire participants to think about how simple shapes and themes can be translated into textiles.
Please bring with you
Ideas for shapes
A selection of coloured paper, this may be commercially coloured or coloured by yourself with paint or inks
PVA glue, paper scissors
2 or 3 sheets of A4 cartridge paper, tracing paper
A selection of cotton fabrics to reflect the colours of papers
Heavy weight vilene for backing (not craft weight)
Water soluble fabric
Machine embroidery threads in your chosen colours
Sewing machine with darning foot, tools, and instruction manual, together with all necessary leads, spring embroidery hoop to support your work. (optional depending on fabric type)
Students must have a working knowledge of their machine but not necessarily free running stitch
Level
This course is suitable for beginners and the more experienced.
Course Location
Missenden Abbey
Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire HP16 0BD
Tutor
Janet Edmonds
Janet Edmonds is a freelance textile artist, author of several books and experienced tutor, exhibiting and delivering courses to adults nationally and internationally. She has taught City & Guilds courses for 25 years at various centres including Missenden Abbey and also runs advanced workshops. She was awarded the Medal for Excellence and the Broderers Prize in 2016. She is a member of the Chiltern Embroidery and Textile Group, Textile Study Group and Buckinghamshire Craft Guild.
Saturday to Sunday
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Timetable
| Saturday | |
| 9.45am | Students arrive |
| 10am-1pm | Teaching session |
| 1-2pm | Lunch for all |
| 2-5pm | Teaching session |
| 6.45 for 7pm | Dinner for residents |
| Sunday | |
| 8-10am | Breakfast for residents |
| 9.30am-1pm | Teaching session |
| 1-2pm | Lunch for all |
| 2-5pm | Last teaching session |
Janet is an excellent tutor and shares her knowledge and resources so generously. Thoroughly enjoyed the course.
"Excellent teacher with original ideas. Makes you think and move out of your comfort zone." (November 2019)
"A lifeline for developing creative skills, especially when there is very little going on in my home area." (March 2019)