Working with a set of wooden moulds, you will learn how to roll a tassel mould with a cord, cover a tassel mould vertically with yarn, and make a cut skirt. The tassel will be assembled with a 3 strand cord, made on a hand-held cordtwister. High quality linen and rayon yarns will be used in a colour range that includes rich and strong, as well as soft and subtle, combinations. Techniques are taught by demonstration, followed by careful individual guidance and discussion.
There will be an illustrated lecture on the history of passementerie, and how trimmings – including weaving, cordspinning and tassel making - are made in a professional workshop.
By the end of the course, you will have completed one tassel, demonstrating a range of basic techniques to a high standard of finish and balanced colour.
Included
- 1 x small tube of Uhu clear glue
What students need to bring
- A tape measure and ruler
- A hair comb
- Wire snips, if you have them
- Good sharp scissors – one large and one small pair
- A selection of sewing needles, including one about 6–8cm long with an eye big enough to take a button thread
- A small tube of Uhu clear glue
Available to buy
- Available from shop:
- The tutor will bring along a range of tassel moulds, gimps and yarns for students to purchase; these will cost around £15–20, depending on the size and shape. This charge should be paid to the tutor before the end of the course, by cash, BACS or cheque.
Additional information
Wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear i.e. no open-toes or sandals. Safety boots, if specified.
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