Workshops
Book via my website shop for any of the following workshops online or in person from my home studio Nr Gretna, Scotland.
Plant Fibre Paper
An introduction to the fibre fusion process. Using a range of plant fibres such as linen, cotton, nettle, rose, mint and bamboo. Learn how to best press and dry your own flowers for the inclusion technique. Several smaller sample pieces will be created and one larger piece.
Duration 3h
£60
Silk paper making
Luxurious silk fibres are used in the silk paper making process. Learn the difference between Tussah, Mulberry, Eri Silk and recycled sari silks. Choose from the various rich colours provided to create a colourful abstract design.
Duration 3h
£60
Lampshade making
Upcycle an existing lampshade or work over a plain drum shade to create your own bespoke lampshade.
Although a slightly more advanced process it is achievable for complete beginners.
Add pressed leaves and flowers between layers of fibre to mould around your chosen frame.
Duration 3h
£60 (for 20cm drum shade)
Machine embroidery
Learn the basics of machine embroidery working onto premade papers.
Discover through experimentation and exploration.
Use the premade brooch templates or design your own. Learn how to transfer your drawing into a brooch made from fibres.
Duration 3h
£60
“Thank you so very much for today's workshop I am absolutely knocked out by what can be achieved in 4 hours. From a standing start you showed me how to use the resources to create a 'cloth' that could be used for many things. Your patience and supportive approach made the workshop into a relaxing, creative experience. My lampshade is wonderful, even if I say so myself. Thank you for introducing me to another crafting medium."
“Thank you for a wonderful workshop today at your home. Using mulberry silk, nettle fibre and botanical inclusions from my garden I was able to create a beautiful delicate standard lampshade. The whole process was so relaxing and absorbing with a fantastic result."
