WORKSHOPS
As an experienced adult tutor Louise offers practical
day workshops at her studio in North Nottinghamshire. This is a
unique opportunity to work with vintage and reclaimed textiles to
make something truly special and personal
.
Basic sewing skills are helpful but not essential on most workshops,
usually enthusiasm overcomes all! Places are limited to ensure a
relaxed and enjoyable experience with stitching, chatting, music
and biscuits the order of the day.
Held in her new studio studio they are
accessible to wheelchair users. All materials and equipment are
supplied along with refreshments so you just need to bring yourself!
Lunch can be taken at nearby The Lime House café which serves
a stylish menu however many people prefer to bring their own lunch
and keep on sewing!
All workshops are £40 per person
unless stated.
Times: 10am - 4pm
Directions to the studio can be found
on the contacts page
WORKSHOPS
A Present for Baby & Little
One's..........Sat 26th April
Make the most special item from a host of design
ideas including blanket bears, memory cushions and quilts, vintage
style clothing and mementoes of childhood.
Altered Books & Boxes..........17th
May ...
An experimental day
working with the paper remnants of the past. Combining bound books,
found objects, photographs, found objects with stitch and mixed
media. Craft journals, history story boards,memory books or boxes.
Bespoke Bags.........1st June ...
A popular course where you are guaranteed to
make a truly original soft bag. Using an effortless but effective
pattern you can put your all into creating a truly one- off design
with mountains of vintage fabrics and trims to choose from.
Nostalgic Inspired Jewellery ..........14th
June
Learn the fundamentals of jewellery construction
using recaimed beads, delicate textiles, pearl buttonsand old buckles.
Create evocative textile brooch pins, bag clasps and pocket charms
along with earrings, bracelets and necklaces.
The Perfect Skirt.........
29th June.......(change
of date to brochure)
Construct vintage and hand embroidered cloths
into the most distinctive A-line skirt with a bespoke fit. A full
and fun day, some sewing skills required. Limited
to six places only 9.30 - 5pm £65
Treasure Trove.........13th
July
Working with textiles of the past, reclaim and
renew heaps of fabrics, garmens and haberdashery into new forms.
The design work is up to you but patterns, ideas and samples will
be on hand to inspire. A great course for those who enjoy textiles
and creative thinking.
The Cosy Home.........19th July........FULL
Take time out and make gorgeous but practical
items for the home that could be really special presents or something
to treasure. Country style door stops, laundry and peg bags, cushions
and retro aprons are just a few ideas to consider.
Personalsed Bags & Purses..........9th
August
Another opportunity to make bags (and purses)
but with chance to work on methods of personalisation. Stitch, transfer
print, applique and embellish to form individual peices that capture
a moment or celebrate a special someone.
Vintage Quilts - Remade with
Love .......30th August
I have some lovely original but very sad looking
quilts that are in need of drastic but posetive action. In order
to prolong their journey and following true quilting principles
join me in a day of cutting up and remaking into new forms that
link the past and the present.
HOW TO BOOK
Please call Louise (07833 743886) or email
to check availability.
A deposit for half the amount of the cost of the course is payable
to secure a place, cheques should be made to Louise Presley and
sent to 7 Tan Gallop Welbeck, Worksop, Nottinghamshire. S80 3LW
Textiles,
Time & Tea
NEW
POP IN SESSIONS...................NO
NEED TO BOOK
Have you got a project that you just
can't find the time or the space to work on?.....Or an embarrasing
amount of materials and great ideas but no motivation? Does the
idea of dedicated time to create and chat in a friendly relaxed
surrounding sound just wonderful!
No deposits or booking required just
turn up and pay for the day or half day. I I will be on hand to
offer advice and encouragement. Sewing equipment, some materilas
and unlimited tea and biscuis will be availiable.
DATES FOR
YOUR DIARY
Saturday 24th May
Tuesday 24th June
Sunday 20th July
Sunday 31st August
Times : Moring 10- 1pm Afternoon
1.30 - 4.30
COST: £15 per half day.
......£30 per day
Comments
"...wonderful fabrics -
and so good to be able to get something finished. Thanks for a
great day - Helen"
"...A fantastic day! Lots
of fun, enjoyment and a real sense of achievement. Thank you for
inspiring me to sew - Ann Marie"
"Great! & generous with
both ideas and materials - Kate"
© Louise Presley 2006
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