This course focuses on Jessie’s signature style of hand embroidered illustration. You will explore several stitching techniques, including couching, running, stem, seed and back stitch, as well as the use of hand stitched text. Jessie will also help you get started with simple appliqué and patching. There will be time to explore any questions you might have about her signature techniques.
After showing you a selection of her original artworks and samples, Jessie will direct you, both as a group and individually, as you embark on your journey of creating your own stitched story.
You will choose to work either on a flat, layered fabric panel, or to construct and then work on a simple fabric book, using appliqué and hand stitching as your main techniques. The natural fabric for both will be part of the kit that you will be given at the start of your class. This kit will also contain a selection of pre-cut fabric motifs, ready for you to appliqué directly onto your work.
Jessie encourages students to approach this day as an explorative and peaceful slow-stitching experience, while being inspired by her original artwork and materials that will surround you. The aim is that you enjoy this creative day without focusing too much on finishing your work. Allow yourself to embrace and learn new techniques. And finally, do remember to bring a sketchbook and make any notes to help you finish your work, if you still need to, at home.
Included
Jessie will supply a kit of key materials for the course, which will include base fabric, embroidery needles, hand cut fabric motifs and assorted fabric scraps. Full use of Jessie’s assorted embroidery flosses is also included.
All necessary equipment will be provided for use on the course.
What students need to bring
- A basic sewing kit with your favourite sewing tools
- A small pair of sharp scissors, (it’s vital that you bring these)
- Assorted sewing threads, flosses, etc., if you have any, and any favourite fabric scraps
Jessie will also bring some additional items for sale from her London studio shop, which you are welcome to buy on the day of the class.
Additional information
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
Daily Timetable
Course teaching 11am–5.15pm
Students arrive 10.30am-11am (coffee optional)
Morning teaching 11am-1pm
Lunch break between 1pm-2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon teaching 2pm-5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes 5.15pm
Short courses are open to anyone aged 18 and over. The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the ‘Materials to bring’ section.
Refreshments
Coffee and tea are included in the course fee, but you will need to bring lunch with you to eat in the refreshments room. There are also plenty of other local venues to purchase food.
Access
If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected]
This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.
Safety
Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.
Refunds and cancellations
Please refer to our terms & conditions below.
Disclaimer
The information given is accurate at the time of publication. However, West Dean College reserves the right to cancel or amend courses if circumstances require.
