Description
In this craft-focused course, students will learn basic quilting, embroidery and cross stitch techniques with a focus on mapping and memory. Students will be given an opportunity to use digital applications to convert and manipulate their own images into stitching projects. The assignments will challenge students to develop work along the themes of mapping and memory and to draw from influences of contemporary artwork shown in class. Students will have opportunities to learn and develop skills in two-dimensional artwork, sculpture and book making. Previous experience with the craft skills and art mediums are not necessary; students will be supported and challenged at their skill level. Suitable for all levels.
Suppy List
Items required for the first class:
- sketchbook and pen or pencil (whatever you use to think through ideas)
- fat quarters of cotton fabric (0.25metres): min. of 3 in shades of one colour
- polyester or cotton sewing thread in the colour you have chosen for your monochromatic cotton fabric
- scissors able to cut fabric and threads
- at least 3 regular size sewing needles
Additional Items to be discussed during the first class:
- embroidery hoop
- embroidery cotton - at least two contrasting colours of your choice; more may be needed when you decide on a larger project
- 14 count Aida cloth or 28 count linen
- needles - 1 size 24 tapestry needle,
- optional: self-healing board, roller cutter
- sewing or regular ruler (plastic or metal)
- polyester sewing thread (black and white)
- approx. 10 sheets of graph paper
- more fabric will be needed but the project will be discussed in class first and purchases made then
- sewing pins
- a way to access some open source software that will be discussed in class (this can be a computer or phone)
- stuffing or quilt batting
- book binding materials - you will decide what type you wish to make and buy supplies accordingly, options will be shown in class; may be as simple as needle, thread and paper or staples
