Perfect Curves in EPP: Tiny Clamshells
Irina Malyukova offers, in this workshop, the opportunity to learn how to work with tiny 1” (2.5 cm) clamshell shapes, beautifully showcased in an elegant flex frame glasses case. Participants develop precision techniques for creating smooth curves and learn how to hand-appliqué clamshells onto a quilted background using Hexiform for added structure and stability. A […]
Don’t Be Afraid to Quilt on a Home Machine!
Irina Malyukova offers, in this workshop, an introduction to free-motion quilting on a domestic sewing machine, demonstrating that it is approachable, achievable, and enjoyable. Designed as a starting point, the class builds confidence through practical guidance and hands-on exercises. Drawing on her experience, she covers the essentials for getting started successfully, including necessary supplies, presser […]
Let’s explore traditional-modern patchwork
Katell Renon introduces the use of the rotary cutter, along with its ruler and cutting mat, enabling participants to easily access a wide range of traditional and contemporary patchwork techniques. All sewing is done using sewing machines provided on site.
Streamlined Dreamlines: Powerful Freeform Piecing Designs
Brenda Gael Smith offers a one-day workshop featuring highlights from her popular Dreamlines Project. She guides participants step by step through a series of powerful freeform linear motifs, including dots and dashes, zigzags, beads, ladders, and more. Participants may choose to combine a selection of motifs into a compelling design or create multiple strips of […]
Enhance with embossed metal accents
Léna Meszaros offers, in this workshop, the creation of a small textile art piece by exploring various techniques using embossing metal sheets in aluminum and copper. Participants experiment with drawing patterns using a ballpoint pen, folding, perforating, painting with acrylic and glass paints, sanding, and cutting with a precision cutter. Different arrangements are studied to […]
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 […]