PROGRAMME FOR
September/October/November
The following workshops will be held in Islesteps Hall. The hall is located just a couple of miles from Dumfries on the A710 Solway Coastal road. The postcode is DG2 8ES
To book a place please email me: solwaywoolscapes@gmail.com or text me and leave a message on: 07901 272294 to check availibility. . Please note that I do not take calls on this number though you can leave a message on the ansaphone.
There will be a sales table on the day and payment can be made by credit/debit card, cheque or cash.
You will need to bring a packed lunch with you, Tea, herbal teas,coffee and biscuits are provided and available throughout the day. There are cups, plates and cutlery available but please wash them up at the end of the day.
I try to make the day as informal as possible and give out notes etc to take home to remind you of what we have covered as well as ideas to work on in class.
All the equipment and materials are supplied. All classes are 10.30 to 3.30pm unless otherwise stated.
Payment is due on booking. If
booking more than one class then payment is taken for the
first one and payment taken at the class for the next one. No refund will be given unless
can-
cellation is within 14 days of the class. Payment can be made by card or cheque. If booking
a
weekend of two classes then a discount will be given.
Relax, Felt and Create
These classes are suitable for beginners as well as those regulars who just want to come along , dive
into the bags of hand dyed fleece , learn new techniques and spend the day creating at a leisurely
pace. Those who are new to needle felting will be taught the techniques they need to create a land-
scape as well as experimenting with all the materials available to make another item.
Dates available: Saturday 6th September Sunday 5th October Saturday 1st November
Cost 28.00
Felt and Embellish
Take your felting a step further by adding embellishments....feathers, pre-felts, wood slivers, shells,
stitching, nets, fabrics can all add interest to your projects. Have a go at using an embellisher or , if
you have one, bring it along. Create several backgrounds to take home to work on or complete a couple
of projects on the day. This is a really fun and inspiring workshop. Make book covers, wallets, wall
hangings with a difference. Featured below are just a few samples of what can be achieved
Dates available: Sunday 7th September Saturday 4th October Sunday 2nd November
Cost 28.00
Eco print and Dye Days
Have you ever thought about having a try at using nature to create your own beautiful dyed
fabric? Come along and have a go at eco printing leaves directly on to fabric and paper and
eco dyeing your own cloth. This class is restricted to a total of ten persons due to space and
equipment restrictions.
Dates available : Saturday 20th September Sunday 16th November
Cost: 35.00
A Day to Dye For
Why not use your own hand dyed fleece to felt with and create really unique masterpieces.
We will be dyeing fleece from several breeds including Shetland and Blue Faced Leicester as
well as a small hank of knitting wool and threads.
For those who enjoy stitching you will have the opportunity to dye some fabric with matching
threads ready for that next project. This class will be restricted to ten persons only
Dates Sunday 21st September Saturday 15th November
Cost 35.00