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.
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Punch Needle Made Easy: A Folk-Inspired Design
Dawn Heese offers, in this beginner-friendly workshop, an introduction to punch needle embroidery using Valdani hand-dyed floss to create a charming, folk-inspired design. Participants learn the fundamentals of the technique, including proper tool use, stitch consistency, and finishing methods. While the piece will not be completed during the class, the fast and rewarding nature of […]
Wool Appliqué: Texture, Color & Stitching Magic
Sherri Noel offers an introduction to the relaxing and tactile world of wool appliqué in this beginner-friendly workshop. Ideal for those curious about working with wool, its soft texture and vibrant colors make it forgiving and enjoyable to stitch. During the session, participants focus on fundamental techniques, following a step-by-step process for preparing and securing […]
Organza Magic: Straight-Line Patchwork (No Thread, No Needle)
Jongkyeong Lee introduces, during this workshop, her signature Organza Magic technique, created without thread, needle, or sewing machine. Building on traditional patchwork concepts, participants use only a soldering iron to precisely cut and fuse layers of organza, forming clean and structured compositions. As there is no stitching involved, seam allowances are less than 0.1 mm, […]
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 […]