MINIATURE EMBROIDERY HOOP BEADED FLOWER with Imogen Rhodes-Davies, imogen melissa – Friday 30th August 2024 – 14.45pm
60-minute workshop – cost £18.00
Learn how to create 3D beaded flowers in this 1-hour workshop. You’ll be able to choose the colour of your beaded flower, from these beautiful soft pastel shades.
Imogen will teach you how to create the beaded centre and how to form the sequin petals. You will also be shown how to put your embroidery into the miniature embroidery hoop.
This workshop is perfect for someone who wants to try beaded embroidery!
Advisory Note:
This make is suitable for ages 10+ with adult supervision. No sewing experience is required.
Beginners and advanced stitchers looking to try something new are all welcome!
Meet the Tutor
Imogen Rhodes-Davies, Imogen melissa
With a degree in textile design, Imogen Rhodes-Davies founded imogen melissa in 2020, with the aim to modernise the perception of embroidery. Inspired by the colour and intricacies of the natural world, she has developed a range of beaded embroidery kits and beaded jewellery kits. Imogen also teaches these skills through workshops across the country.
Join Gini, winner of Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas, and learn how to work the traditional craft of Dorset buttons with a twist. Create this gorgeous daisy button brooch and hear all about the history of this 400-year old craft.
Advisory Note:
This workshop is suitable for ages 16+.
Meet the Tutor
Louise Armitage, aka ‘Gini’
Gini has been teaching and keeping the 400-year old traditional craft of Dorset Buttons alive for 33 years.
Originally taught by an old lady from Dorset, who’s family skill had been passed down through generations, and now had no one left to pass it on to. Gini made her a promise that she would teach other people and continue to pass on the skills. Gini has kept this promise and taught individuals and workshops all over the UK and around the world.
Bringing the skill up to date with modern ideas and techniques she won Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas with her unique designs in 2020.
TUMBLING BLOCK Y SEAM CLASS with Clive Bruder – Friday 30th August 2024 – 14.45pm
90-minute workshop – cost £25.00
This class is a wonderful opportunity for beginners and experienced sewers alike to enhance their skills and create beautiful projects. Y seams are a unique sewing technique used to connect three or more fabric pieces together at angles that cannot be sewn using regular straight seams. In this class, you will learn all the essential techniques and tips to successfully sew Y seams, including marking and cutting fabric, sewing accurate seams, and achieving smooth and professional finish.
Clive will ensure that you gain confidence and mastery in sewing Y seams. Whether you are interested in quilting, garment construction, or any other sewing project, this class will equip you with the skills to tackle complex designs and create stunning creations. Join this sewing class and unlock a whole new world of sewing possibilities with Y seams!
Advisory Note:
Not suitable to children under 16 years. Experience with using a sewing machine preferable.
Meet the Tutor
Clive Bruder
Clive started sewing when he was around 10 years old. With the help of his Mum he made some curtains for their home on an old hand cranked Singer sewing machine that was gifted to them by a relative. Ever since Clive has been hooked on sewing.
He went on to college to study textile design, followed by The University College for the Creative Arts in Epsom, to achieve a Fashion BA Honours Degree.
Over the past few years with the support of family and friends Clive was encouraged to start his own business Bruderful Design. Unfortunately like many, his business was badly impacted by COVID, but despite the pandemic he’s been extremely lucky with new exciting opportunities. This included a regular guest slot on Sewing Street TV, the launch of @WeSewToo and along with his husband Mark he has attended many sewing shows and together with Mark’s successful brand, they have released lots of sewing patterns too.
Clive says, “Nothing makes me happier than being at my sewing machine and being creative.”
MAKE A ZIPPED PENCIL CASE with Mark Francis – Friday 12.45pm
90-minute workshop – cost £25.00
Join Mark Francis, a contestant from the Great British Sewing Bee, to make a really useful zipped pencil case. Learn how to professionally insert a zip using a zipper foot and then how to construct the finished item.
Advisory Note:
Not suitable to children under 16 years. Experience with using a sewing machine preferable.
Meet the Tutor
Mark Francis
Mark’s practical sewing experiences began quite late in life, but his relationship with sewing began when he was a small child. However, needlework was not something that little boys were encouraged to do in the 1980’s.
Many years passed until he found the confidence to finally learn to use a sewing machine, and he discovered his passion for making clothes and costumes. Then, a few years ago, Mark’s husband entered him for series 6 of the Great British Sewing (2020) and life has never been the same since! Mark now works across the sewing industry, teaching, presenting talks and developing his growing range of sewing patterns
TUMBLING BLOCK Y SEAM CLASS with Clive Bruder – Friday 12.15pm
This class is a wonderful opportunity for beginners and experienced sewers alike to enhance their skills and create beautiful projects. Y seams are a unique sewing technique used to connect three or more fabric pieces together at angles that cannot be sewn using regular straight seams. In this class, you will learn all the essential techniques and tips to successfully sew Y seams, including marking and cutting fabric, sewing accurate seams, and achieving smooth and professional finish.
Clive will ensure that you gain confidence and mastery in sewing Y seams. Whether you are interested in quilting, garment construction, or any other sewing project, this class will equip you with the skills to tackle complex designs and create stunning creations. Join this sewing class and unlock a whole new world of sewing possibilities with Y seams!
Advisory Note:
Suitable for beginners, 16 years plus.
Meet the Tutor
Clive Bruder
Clive started sewing when he was around 10 years old. With the help of his Mum he made some curtains for their home on an old hand cranked Singer sewing machine that was gifted to them by a relative. Ever since Clive has been hooked on sewing.
He went on to college to study textile design, followed by The University College for the Creative Arts in Epsom, to achieve a Fashion BA Honours Degree.
Over the past few years with the support of family and friends Clive was encouraged to start his own business Bruderful Design. Unfortunately like many, his business was badly impacted by COVID, but despite the pandemic he’s been extremely lucky with new exciting opportunities. This included a regular guest slot on Sewing Street TV, the launch of @WeSewToo and along with his husband Mark he has attended many sewing shows and together with Mark’s successful brand, they have released lots of sewing patterns too.
Clive says, “Nothing makes me happier than being at my sewing machine and being creative.”
MAKE A ZIPPED PENCIL CASE with Mark Francis – Friday 13.45pm
90-minute workshop – cost £25.00
Join Mark Francis, a contestant from the Great British Sewing Bee, to make a really useful zipped pencil case. Learn how to professionally insert a zip using a zipper foot and then how to construct the finished item.
Advisory Note:
Not suitable to children under 16 years. Experience with using a sewing machine preferable.
Meet the Tutor
Mark Francis
Mark’s practical sewing experiences began quite late in life, but his relationship with sewing began when he was a small child. However, needlework was not something that little boys were encouraged to do in the 1980’s.
Many years passed until he found the confidence to finally learn to use a sewing machine, and he discovered his passion for making clothes and costumes. Then, a few years ago, Mark’s husband entered him for series 6 of the Great British Sewing (2020) and life has never been the same since!
Mark now works across the sewing industry, teaching, presenting talks and developing his growing range of sewing patterns.
FREE MOTION CUSHION COVER with Kerrie Padmore, Living in Loveliness – Friday 09.45am
2-hour workshop – cost £36.00
Join Kerrie Padmore from Living in Loveliness and immerse yourself in the art of raw edge appliqué and free motion embroidery. Create a gorgeous floral design, with beautiful fabric remnants, play with fun techniques, and enjoy learning new skills.
You will leave the workshop with a stunning cushion cover, ready to fit a 40cm (16in) cushion pad. Please note – the cushion pad is not provided in this class.
This hands-on session is perfect for those looking to enhance their sewing skills and create a beautiful cushion.
Advisory Note:
This workshop is not suitable for children under 16 years. Some prior use of a sewing machine would be beneficial.
Meet the Tutor
Kerrie Padmore
Since launching ‘Living In Loveliness’ 11 years ago, Kerrie’s passion for teaching and super-cute fabrics has blossomed and grown. With sewing classes and sewing retreats from beginners to the more advanced sewers, plus her fabulous range of sewing patterns.
Kerrie’s passion lies in bringing people together in workshops through their shared joy of sewing, and she looks forward to welcoming you to her wonderful world of ‘Living in Loveliness’ at the Exeter Creative Craft and Stitching Show.
PATTERNS, PLANTS AND PORTRAITS with Jan Tillett Friday 15.45pm
60-minute workshop – cost £18.00
During this workshop you will be introduced to the addictive art of free motion embroidery – drawing with a sewing machine.
You will learn a variety of patterns, which can be used for adding texture and detail to embroidery or quilting. You will also learn how to create small images of leaves and flowers and finish with a stitched portrait. Hints and tips on threads, fabrics, needles and more will be shared at the workshop.
Advisory Note:
This workshop is suitable for all, including children over 10 years if accompanied by an adult.
Meet the Tutor
Jan Tillett
Jan is a Devon based textile artist and tutor. Her work is inspired by the natural and built environment. Her recent work involves the use of a variety of fabrics, which are stitched, manipulated, painted and printed. Experimentation is key to her work and she encourages participants in her workshops to explore a range of techniques.
JAIPUR PATTERN PRINTING WORKSHOP with Anna Weatherley-Hastings, THE INDIAN BLOCK PRINT CO. Friday 15.00pm
90-minute workshop – cost £25.00
Explore using repeat patterns, borders and multi colour printing. Using hand carved Indian printing blocks to block print either a cushion cover, Turkish hand towel or a large toiletry pouch.
Advisory Note:
This workshop is suitable for children over the age of 12 with parental supervision.
Meet the Tutor
Anna Weatherley-Hastings
Anna has been part of The Indian Block Print Co. from the beginning. With over 10 years experience running block printing workshops she will share her in depth knowledge and tips with all things Block Printing.
Join Michelle Goodfield from Thimble Wood to make an adorable Festive Fairy, perfect to adorn your tree!
You will learn the super fast technique to make a basic yarn doll and then how to add sparkly wings, tiny shoes and a glittery overskirt to complete your fairy, plus an accessory of your choice. Take home a full-colour instruction leaflet including any templates needed and your finished fairy!
The fairy is about 20cm (8”) from head to toe, not including the hanging loop.
Advisory Note:
This make is suitable for beginners and children 12+ with adult supervision. This project is fiddly rather than difficult, and includes some very simple sewing.
Meet the Tutor
Michelle Goodfield
A lifelong crafter, Michelle has been lucky enough to work in the craft industry for 30 years, initially designing rubber stamps, then writing articles on card making. This led to a career in craft publishing, writing 12 craft books and hundreds of magazine articles.
It was always Michelle’s dream to start her own business and so Thimble Wood was born five years ago where Michelle gets to design the things that she likes to make; small projects, something a bit different, sometimes quirky, often cute (even though they weren’t really intend to be) and always great fun to make. Michelle loves to make up her own techniques and find the easiest way to do things!
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