Machine Embroidery and fabric manipulation projects 

Create a collage for machine embroidery 

Machine Embroidery workshop using the artists Julia Chance's work as inspiration

for an abstract piece of work

Jill has got together with artist Julia Chance to look at how she builds on her expertise as an artist.

to create her wonderful works. Julia takes inspiration from the countryside and cities around her Manchester home to create some wonderful paintings.

 The workshop is looking at Julia's painting as shown.

We will take inspiration from this work and design and build our own collage to create a piece. Starting with a paper collage and then

using layers of fabric and machine embroidery.

Please look at Julia's amazing work at https://www.juliachance.com

  Create St.Pauls Cathedral

with free motion embroidery and applique

Machine embroidery workshop using Jill's unique design to build your confidence with your machine

Create this wonderful picture using Jills original artwork as the starting point

We will discuss how Jill created this design to inspire you in the future

to create your own works

We will work applique and various machine stitches to create the picture below.

We will also discuss how to 'deconstruct' a design to create more abstract pieces.

A kit containing fabrics will be included in the fee and you are free to use your own threads.

Jill will supply a list of what threads are needed if you would like to

purchase what she used.

Create a Pansy brooch with free motion embroidery

Great fun with friends

This is a great project for those who would like a little fun to create a brooch. Using the technique of free motion embroidery Jill will lead you through the step by steps needed to create this lovely item

Create a floral picture

This is an excellent workshop for people who need to build their confidence with their sewing machine, paint, layering of fabrics and using an embellisher.

You can start with Jills pansy template but you can also bring your own design if you prefer to use under Jills guidance

Great picture for your home 



Beginners Machine Embroidery Class



      Let us create a free motion embroidered picture and also learn how

to use dissolvable fabrics

Learn tips and tricks on how to use your machine for free-motion embroidery.

Build your confidence with an interactive class and have some fun while learning. We will also look at the different types of dissolvable fabrics that you can use to create your own fabrics.

 A project is set at the end of the class to help you practise what you have learnt.

A set of stage by stage instructions are included to create the design above.

    This is a great class if you are a beginner to machine embroidery or just need a refresher course

  Learn how to use a Gel mat to create

textured fabrics and how to bond painted tyvek fabrics

Gel printing for embroidery and creating painted tyvek fabrics

         Let's have some fun creating some fabrics, some simple printed fabrics that you can use for machine or hand embroidery. 

We will learn how to use a gel plate and paints to create patterned and textured fabrics

We will also cover how to make some wonderful fabrics from tyvek and felt.

  Learn how to layer and work fabrics for machine embroidery

      Learn how to create layers with fabrics for machine

and hand embroidery using your machine

The class will be split into two workshops, giving you time to finish off certain layers before

 we move onto the next workshop

                 We will work with textile paints and varying fabrics to create a piece that you can make your own.

We will use machine as well as hand embroidery