Silk Painting Courses
Basic Technique
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But I cannot draw, I hear you say!!!
You will paint two or three pictures to either frame or quilt
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Transparent Outliner
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This technique can look very impressive, but in fact it is very simple to achieve. It is a very similar course to 'basic'. The panel can be made into a cushion, or just simply framed.
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Layer on Layer/False Batik
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Using transparent outliner and layer upon layer of paint, with the option of a final layer of wax produces a false batik. Ideal for machine or hand embroidery.
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Paint and Quilt in a Day
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No outliner needed, let the brush do the work. You can either use free machine embroidery or hand quilt.
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No Outliner Just Inhibitor
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Take courage and you will amaze yourself! A freely painted silk which is then quilted with free machine embroidery/hand embroidery. Other fabrics, such as net, sheer fabrics, plus fancy embroidery threads are added to create a truly original piece.
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Scarves
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A hilarious day producing scarves using a variety of techniques. Scarves can be bought from Jenni on the day. Don't forget the flowerpot!!
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Greeting Cards
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Hand paint silk cards for friends and special occasions.
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Devore
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Etch your own silk velvet, paint and hand/machine embroider. Embellish with beads.
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Transfer Paints/Crayons
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Experiment with paints and crayons to transfer designs onto both natural and synthetic material to produce a truly original piece. Add machine/hand embroidery. |
Basic Machine Embroidery
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It really is easy!
We cover the basics to build up your confidence.
Also Voile/Net
How to insert one fabric into another. |
Fabric with Attitude
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Cut up and put back together, a panel with pazazz. Using clashy, glitzy fabrics and lots of machine embroidery. Hand finish with beads, buttons and braids. |
The Tree
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A glorious day getting to grips with dissolvable plastic.
Machine embroidery - great for both beginners and experienced needlefolk.
Picture is work in progress.
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Jewellery
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From cords and braids, let the imagination wander to create your own distinctive jewellery.
Bracelet by Helena Turvey.
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Crystals
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A glorious starting point, be it colour, texture or glitz, combine these with puff paint shimmer paints and threads for your own interpretation. Machine/hand embroidery. |
Book Covers
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For the inspired. Different approaches to making a book cover. |
Linked Panels
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Using links/washers/cords to create a linked panel/mobile.
Machine embroider small shapes in white/silver/gold colours. Limit the colour but not the ideas.
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Velvet, Metal, Discharge Paste
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What a combination! But what exciting results! |
Braids, Cords, Bondaweb
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Intertwine for that special effect. Perfect for a bag/cushion panel. |
A Day of Experimental Techniques
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Burning - soldering iron
Slashing - chenille
Decorative beads - heat gun, soldering iron |
Stencil & Quilt
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A delightfully gentle day, dry stencil, then hand quilt |
Information on all Silk Painting Courses
- For groups of 8 or more the fee is £20 per head plus travelling expenses.
- Devore courses are £25 per head due to the cost of silk velvet.
- Jenni can travel to you to teach small groups if you wish.
Please contact Jenni for more information on courses or to book.
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