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Introduction to Canvas Stitches
Sometimes erroneously referred to as "tapestry" the use of wool on canvas was traditionally used for hard-wearing seat covers and rugs. However, using different textures of thread, including metals, and a variety of stitches gives canvaswork a new dimension of depth and movement. Canvas Shading will teach you how to blend the colours in the design for a realistic effect. Canvas Stitches will introduce you to a range of stitches and threads.
14 November 2009 Anne Butcher ref 916;
Introduction to Canvas Shading
15 November 2009 Sophie Long ref 917
Special Offer; Attend both one-day classes on 15 & 15 November for the price of a two-day class.
Canvas Design and Painting
You will be helped to select and adapt a design then transfer and paint the image onto linen mono canvas. Guidance will be given in mixing and working with oil and fabric paints to produce stunning finished designs for stitching. Beginners welcome.
09 & 10 January 2010 Nicola Jarvis ref 027
NEW COURSE - Decorative Canvas Work Cushions f
A small cushion will be designed and painted onto linen canvas with fabric paint, followed by a stitch workshop exploring different canvas stitches to work the finished design.
06 & 07 March 2010 Nicola Jarvis ref 040
Introduction to Embroidered Knot Gardens f
This class is ideal for the beginner and includes all the basic techniques required to work a three-dimensional Knot Garden. You will learn how to interpret a design and choose appropriate stitches for each area of the garden including paths, flower beds and topiary. Stumpwork techniques include working a water feature.
23 & 24 January 2010 Owen Davies ref 029
NEW COURSE - Canvaswork with Bead Embellishment f
This class is an exciting combination of canvas stitches embellished with beads of various sizes and shapes. You will produce a colourful personalised panel suitable for a box lid, book cover or small bag. This class will teach the basics of canvaswork but more experienced stitchers will be able to experiment further on an extended panel.
06 & 07 February 2010 Shelley Cox ref 032
NEW COURSE - Contemporary Stitch on Canvas and Mixed Media - make an 18th century miniature grotto f
Create a miniature grotto garden folly with a water feature. You will use paper maché and stitch on a variety of different materials such as paper, mica, canvas and wire. Techniques will include stumpwork, canvaswork and beadwork. Suitable for students with some embroidery experience.
23 to 27 August 2010 Owen Davies ref 090
