Workshops & Seminars
We have an exciting array of workshops and talks at Fibrefest this year to explore the textile and fibre artform. We have gathered together some of the finest artists, designers and teachers to share their knowledge, expertise and tips with you.
To book any workshop / talk download the online booking form and return to Fibrefest.
Alternatively you can telephone for a booking form on 01598 752490 or 01884 841442 and we will post one direct to you.
Below is listed the current schedule:
 Sasha Kagan Creative Knitwear Seminar
Heading our workshops and talks we have internationally renowned Knitwear/Crochet Designer Sasha Kagan who will provide a hugely entertaining lecture covering colour, style and technique with a slide show in the mill cinema.
Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd 12 – 2pm Price £5
Click here for more details. (PDF)
www.sashakagan.co.uk
 Vintage Sock Machine Workshops with Helen King & Janet Coleman
Everyone is talking about this one! A golden oppoutunity to have a go with a vintage sock machine and learn how to make a knitted sock from two of the best experts in the field.
Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd (3 sessions per day) Price £12
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.sockknittingmachines.co.uk
 Introduction to Ply Splitting with Julie Hedges
Come and enjoy an introductiom to this unusual Indian braiding technique with one of the crafts best practioners.
Sat 22nd 12pm - 2pm & Sun 23rd Aug 2pm - 4pm Price £10
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.juliehedges.co.uk
 Tassel Making with Tracey Bell
This workshop provides an insight into the impressive art of the Passementier. Starting with just hand-turned wooden tassel moulds, and the threads of your choice, you will create an impressive skirted tassel using traditional techniques.
Wed 19th Aug 10am -4pm Price £40
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.theoldkennels.co.uk
 Natural Dyeing with Jane Deane
This workshop will give you the opportunity to explore colour and dyeing technique. You will experiment with different fibres and mordants to achieve a full palette of colours.
Thur 20th Aug 10am – 4pm Price £40
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.janedeane.co.uk
 Wild Rovings and Bling Batts with Amanda Hannaford
Use hand and drum-carders to create your own exciting batts; mix colours and fibres, and maybe add a dash of glitz too.
Fri 21st Aug 10am – 4pm Price £40
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.mandacrafts.co.uk
 Tapestry Talk with Ann Jackson
Follow the path of Tapestry through the eyes of contemporary knotted tapestry Ann Jackson. She will lead you from her take on 'Old Masters' nudes to the Witches of Exeter!
Sun 23rd Aug 2pm – 4pm Price £5
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.annejackson.co.uk
'Creative, colourful, comfortable but crazy crochet' Talk with Pauline Turner
Pauline Turner has written three books on the subject of crochet: ‘Finishing Techniques for Crochet’; ‘Crochet Lace’ and ‘Beginners Guide to Crochet’.
Now is the chance to share her expertise and tips during her talk.
Sat 22nd Aug 2pm - 4pm Price £5
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.crochet.co.uk
Crochet - 'Working in a metal ring' with Pauline Turner
Choose a project that appeals to you and learn how to crochet an attractive crochet design to decorate your home. All materials provided (for a small charge) and instructions to take home.
Sunday 23rd Aug 12noon - 2pm Price £10
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.crochet.co.uk
 Exploring Feltmaking with Geraldine Field
A class for beginners and those with some experience. Try a different technique or start from scratch. Make a scarf, a bag, a picture to frame or enhance with stitching or a small figure.
Mon 24th Aug 10am - 4pm £40.00
Click here for more details (PDF)
 Felted Corsages with Andrea Coleman
Details to follow.
Sun 23rd Aug 10am – 12pm Price £10
Click here for more details (PDF)
www.somersetartworks.org.uk/venues/andrea-coleman
 Rags to Bags with Jan Tillet
Reduce, reuse, UPCYCLE......be inspired at this touchy feely talk in which Devon textile artist Jan Tillet will explain and demonstrate how she uses remnanants and scraps of fabrics to make exquisite special occasion handbags.
Sat 22nd Aug 10am –11:45am Price £5
www.jantillett.co.uk
Click here for more details (PDF)
>> Click here to download our online booking form
For more information and to buy tickets contact:
FIBREFEST,
PO Box 8,
Lynton,
N Devon
EX35 6WY
telephone: 01598 752490 or 01884 841442
e-mail: info@fibrefest.co.uk
website: www.fibrefest.co.uk |
