Anne Kelly
Anne is a textile artist, author and tutor based in Kent. She is the author of three books for Batsford Press and exhibits and tutors throughout the UK and internationally.
Make a wall hanging inspired by mid-century textiles with Anne Kelly
Ref: S3D35942
About this course
Drawing inspiration from mid-century fabrics and designs, you will create a captivating textile collage that seamlessly blends geometric and organic shapes. You will explore various techniques, including appliqué, embellishment and embroidery, to enhance your designs and bring them to life.
Course Description
Mid-century fabrics and design serve as a rich source of inspiration for creating a textile collage. The workshop will begin with an exploration of examples from the tutors collection, allowing you to make preliminary studies that inform your design choices.
You will use a combination of printing, applique, and stitching techniques to create a distinctive wall hanging inspired by modernist aesthetics. Most of the piece will be crafted during the class, and you will have the opportunity to continue adding to it afterward, ensuring your wall hanging evolves even beyond the workshop setting.
Course Materials
What students need to bring
- A piece of fabric, roughly 40 x 40 cm, strong cotton, linen or light canvas, or you can make a strip by stitching together a range of neutral fabrics.
- Scraps of fabric in colours that reflect your theme, these should be simple and plain, or lightly patterned, not too textured or stretchy.
- Glue stick
- Embroidery hoops
- Pins
- Hand stitching kit
- Threads a mixture of your chosen colours
- Any scraps of mid century textiles if you have them.
- Small quanitity of acrylic or fabric paint for printing in appropriate colours for your subject.
- Small pieces of sponge (not natural) 2-3.
- Ribbons, string for couching.
- Inspiration: Some colour photographs or images of mid century inspiration for your project.
Available to buy
Available from shop:
- Threads and glue, embroidery hoops, acrylic and fabric paint
Available from tutor:
- Anne will bring a small collection of works and books for sale
Additional information
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes). Wear comfortable clothing and bring an apron or old shirt for printing.
Timetable
Arrival day
Residential students can arrive from 4pm, non-residential students to arrive by 6.45pm for registration
6.45pm: Welcome, followed by dinner (included)
8 - 9pm: First teaching session, attendance is essential
Daily timetable
Course teaching 9.15am - 5pm (lunch included)
Dinner: from 6.30pm (included for residential students)
Evening working: students may have access to workshops until 9pm, but only with permission from the tutor and provided any health and safety guidelines are observed
Departure day
Course teaching: 9.15am - 3pm (lunch included)
Residential students will need to check out of rooms by 10am
Please note, the tutor may make slight variations to the daily timetable as required
General Information
Tutors
Accommodation
Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.
Further study options
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