Past Events
May 2019
Woodland Playmat (Day 2) – Linda Campbell
Playmat made from appliqué panels in a background pieced from 15 jelly roll strips, or equivalent. The appliqué is applied and stitched into place using raw-edge appliqué and some satin stitch on the name. The mat measures 30” x 30”. The first day will be spent making the appliqué panels, the second piecing the top together. An optional third day could be arranged for quilting, if desired. Day 1 - 26th April
Find out more »Eco Printing (Two Days) – Fiona Balding
Ecoprinting on Paper and Fabric - This is an exciting two day course where will be exploring the magic that is ecoprinting. Ecoprinting is a form of monoprint, or botanical contact print.
Find out more »Sew Crewel – Glynis Newman
Take a brief look at traditional crewel work and from that create a more modern look. Not working in woollen threads, but using a variety of embroidery threads. Incorporating beads and organza for that new look.
Find out more »June 2019
Sea Life Scene – Rachel Sumner
Sea Life Scene - early booking recommended as Rachel's workshops book quickly!
Find out more »Sew, what would you like to do next? Friday – Zoë Hughes
Sew, what would you like to do next? An opportunity to overcome the 'brick wall' or problem you might be having with a piece of work, learn new skills or just to get a days dedicated sewing done and meet like minded Thimblestitchers.
Find out more »Get to know your Overlocker – Vanessa Borrell
Do you have an overlocker that you are not quite sure how to use? Overlockers can be a bit daunting but this course is designed to give you the confidence to use your overlocker and show you what a wonderful piece of kit it really is!
Find out more »Vintage Cottage Garden (Two Day Workshop) – Anne Kelly
Choose a garden or place that inspires you and select your colours and fabric accordingly for this two day workshop with Anne on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th June.
Find out more »Celebrating Four Seasons Day 2 – Kara Chambers
Time to Stand Beneath the Boughs - Celebration the Four Seasons in Slow-Stitch. Kara is offering a series of four workshops throughout the year to celebrate the four seasons, with the aim of encouraging you to “Stand and Stare”, raising your awareness of the cycles in Nature and through the art of slow-stitching becoming more in time with your own natural rhythms.
Find out more »Sew, what would you like to do next? Friday – Zoë Hughes
Sew, what would you like to do next? An opportunity to overcome the 'brick wall' or problem you might be having with a piece of work, learn new skills or just to get a days dedicated sewing done and meet like minded Thimblestitchers.
Find out more »Sew, what would you like to do next? Sunday – Zoë Hughes
Sew, what would you like to do next? An opportunity to overcome the 'brick wall' or problem you might be having with a piece of work, learn new skills or just to get a days dedicated sewing done and meet like minded Thimblestitchers. Zoë's class for those wanting to work on their own individual projects and have a tutor on hand to guide and encourage. Please let me know if you would like more information about this monthly group.
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