Description
Want to do something a little different? Then workshops with Kathleen Laurel Sage are for you. On this stamp and stitch workshop, you will create a a story strip. You will create a length of block printed fabric and then embellish with stitch by hand or machine. You are telling the tale of paint to fabric, brought together with stitch. Kathy has always been fascinated by crafts, spending her early childhood days making cards with her sister and then going on to be taught how to crochet and sew. This early fascination grew stronger and later in life, Kathy enrolled into college courses to push herself in embroidery and design. Kathy has since achieved City & Guilds part 1 & 2 in patchwork and quilting as well as parts 1 & 2 in embroidery, from this Kathy went on to an OCN Diploma in Textiles. Kathy's work is inspired by flowers and foliage, her main inspiration being her own garden. Machine stitching and outlining these shapes through layers of organza and other such fabrics to create a wide range of innovative 3D floral structures, fashion accessories, curtains and hangings. Kathy adds beads, wire work, and stump work to decorate and often a soldering iron is a necessity to finish off these pieces of work. Kathy tutors in several techniques including: hand embroidery, machine embroidery, goldwork, heat zapped mosaics, as well as modern art in various forms.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
- Public transport
- Parking provided
FAQs
Yes. We have a shop you can visit alongside our two classrooms and coffee shop.
You will be emailed a requirements list in advance. You can buy everything you don't already have in our shop. We will always make clear anything that you need for the day that we don't sell so you have time to source elsewhere.
Yes. There is a coffee shop on site. Coffee and fresh cakes baked in our own kitchen along with savory choices make to order. Special offers for workshop attendees.
Yes. The venue has disabled parking and ramps allowing access to all areas. There is a disabled toilet.
Staff will help anyone in need of assistance.
Yes, the venue has parking.
Upon arrival, park in the car park at the front of the shop. Unload your vehicle into your classroom. Staff will then advise you where to park your car for the day at the rear of the complex.
