City silhouettes made of organza
Léna Meszaros teaches, in this workshop, how to work with organza without sewing, assembling it using a soldering iron. In the first part, participants explore lines and geometric shapes, inspired in particular by cityscapes such as “Amsterdam,” as well as different assembly techniques. In the second part, they move on to more complex forms incorporating […]
Margaretenspitze
Heike Becker teaches the rib knot and explores various ways to create Margaretenspitze in a creative and three-dimensional manner. Participants begin with small leaves and flowers and then experiment with different shapes to expand their design possibilities.
Façades lovers 2
Martine Apaolaza offers to build a façade of small houses using various techniques, including traditional appliqué and reverse appliqué for certain openings. Details and embellishments are created with innovative embroidery using primitive stitches, with careful attention to color harmony and dimensional or inset elements such as doors and windows. Part of the project is completed […]
Abstract English Paper Piecing
Sarah Hibbert offers a day of creative exploration using paper and beautiful fabrics, whether to learn English Paper Piecing or to revisit the technique in a new way. Participants experiment with their own designs to create an EPP piece. The workshop covers drafting patterns onto template card, selecting colors to highlight shapes, basting, and finally […]
Needle Turn Essentials- The Wreath Block
Dawn Heese offers the creation of a traditional wreath block using needle-turn appliqué, presented through a relaxed and approachable technique that helps remove the fear often associated with this method. Through clear demonstrations and guided practice, participants gain confidence in stitching smooth curves and clean points, making needle-turn appliqué enjoyable and achievable for all skill […]
Small origami bag or small harlequin bag
Gabrielle Paquin offers, during this one-day workshop, the creation of a small origami-inspired bag approximately 15 cm high, with a Japanese aesthetic. Two versions are available: one using two different fabrics, and another using three different fabrics, referred to as the harlequin version. This bag does not require an inner lining, as the cutting and […]
Abstract image of a face – Monochrome
Galla introduces abstraction as a process of simplifying forms, in which the artist does not reproduce reality but creates their own visual language. One of the fundamental principles of abstraction is the expression of ideas and emotions through geometric shapes and color. Participants create an abstract composition based on an image of a human face, […]
Cherry Blossom
Chiaki Dosho offers a workshop inspired by cherry blossom petals dancing in the sky. Participants layer many small pieces of fabric, imagining the shape of sakura petals, then pin and sew them together. Unlike traditional quilting, the focus is on using minimal stitched fabric. The workshop also includes an introduction to free dyeing and drawing […]
Creating your quilt with AI
Marina Landi offers, in this workshop, to learn how to create or transform an image of your choice into a quilt using artificial intelligence. Participants select the style, size, and colors, and prepare an image outline ready for printing.
Chilac embroidery the unknown famous
Lilia Jimenez offers an exploration of the origins of embroidery and garments often associated with Mexico and widely reproduced in global trade. These creations originate from the Nahua communities of Chilac, who have preserved a rich embroidery tradition since colonial times. In this workshop, participants learn the stitches and techniques, while also gaining a deeper […]