Hedgehog 3D Fabric Sculpted Woodland Creature available in video format for you to create at home - by Inky Escapades

Description

This is a home learning course where we will create a fabric sculpted hedgehog, approximately 11" long. This particular project is quite challenging and time consuming but such fun. You can complete this project in your own home at your own pace - it cannot all be completed in a day though. Stage 1 - complete the armature, add the fabric, add the spines until just before the head starts - you will no longer have anywhere safe to hold on to the Hedgehog so allow it to dry for a few days. Stage 2 - Then add the final spines and the features and leave to dry for another few days. Stage 3 - Then you can complete the colouring In these extensive step by step videos I will lead you through the process to create an armature, cover the armature in fabric and mop head and create the facial features. I then explain fully the colouring process. I will supply basic ingredients to create this project assuming you already have Powertex. Alternatively I can supply a complete kit of everything you require to complete this project. Let me introduce you to the wonderful world of Powertex. It is a water based, non-toxic and environmentally friendly universal liquid medium; essentially a paint and glue combined, and it is a fabric hardener, used to create 2D or 3D sculptures. In the case of fabric sculpted creatures they can go in the garden once dried for 3 weeks however to be on the safe side they would benefit from a coat of varnish. Obviously you can go at your own pace and can ask any questions at any time, via the 'message the tutor' button should you need to. The videos will be sent to you via an email link and you are reminded that they are for your own personal use only.

What's included in the price?

~ Polystyrene oval for the head ~ Two beads for his eyes - wires for the front feet ~ Stone art clay for the nose, ears, mouth and jowls & eyelids approximately 25g ~ Natural fibres for base fabric, mop head for spines ~ Gloves and a brush ~ Easy Varnish & Pigments - I will supply little pots of decanted pigments in the following colours: yellow ochre, mocha, black, white, brown and grey Powertex Universal Medium can be supplied at extra cost.

What you will need

You will need to collect the following items: ~ Coffee jar ~ Wooden Skewers x3 ~ Tin Foil and masking tape ~ Apron ~ Table covering ~ Water jar ~ Flat brushes ~ A couple of detail brushes ~ Possibly a floor covering if you are working over a carpeted area ~ Approximately 500g to 1k of Powertex Universal Medium is required for this project and you will need a pot to put it in - this is not supplied but can be purchase via my website or via Powertex UK.

Maker

Inky Escapades

with Craft Courses since 2019

Message the tutor

Inky Escapades is run by Karen Hewitt, Artist, & Certified Powertex tutor in Fabric Sculpting, Stone Art Clay, Mixed Media and 3D Flex. My Powertex workshops will give you a window into your own personal creativity. I will offer you the tools and instruction to create fabulous works of art; beware though as Powertex is a very addictive hobby and you may find yourself consumed by its magic. Most materials used are recycled. I offer small workshops for up to 4 people or 1 to 1 by arrangement.