Fancy sewing something classic with a twist? Claire will guide you through the process of sewing a classic calico apron – perfect for cooking or crafting but with a unique printed fabric pocket.
Cyanotype is the method used to create a “blue print” – an indigo coloured print created by exposing specially treated fabric to sunlight. Cyanotype relies on the action of light developing the print and produces a really eye catching image. You will then use your unique fabric sample to add a single or double pocket to your apron. You will leave with a useful and really unique item to keep or give as a gift.
If you enjoy the idea of cyanotype, you can dedicate a whole day to experimenting with Alun Kirby on 17 May!
***YOU WILL NEED TO ENSURE YOUR MACHINE IS IN WORKING ORDER IN GOOD TIME BEFORE THE DAY – CHECK YOU HAVE ALL THE RIGHT CABLES & ANY ATTACHMENTS***
Please note that there is a £12 materials charge payable on the day for this workshop.
Click below to find out what you need to bring.
What to expect
Time at ArtisOn is designed to take you away from it all and provide the environment, the time and the guidance you need to create. You can expect a warm welcome, skilled and friendly tutors plus the chance to meet like-minded people keen to share ideas and experiences. You can even leave us to clear up the mess! There will usually be two workshops going on and we encourage everyone to mingle and be nosey about what the other workshop is up to.
Arrive in time to meet other participants over a cup of tea or coffee and biscuits before beginning your session at the appointed time. There will be a mid-morning break for refreshments and a chance to talk over progress with others. Lunch is usually around 12:45 for about 45 mins – you can expect a homemade 2 course lunch. The main course will be delicious but don’t overdo it as the puds are usually worth waiting for! There will be a further afternoon break with the most wonderful cakes from Roots & Fruits Home Bakery, a North Yorkshire micro-bakery producing handmade bread and cakes. All food and refreshments are included in the price of the workshop.
Finish time is given as a target – there are occasions when the session may overrun so do let us know if you need to be away promptly.
We aim for your day to be a real treat… of course you could always learn a new skill in a shed or a draughty village hall with a curly sandwich, but we want you to have more fun than that! So we make it a day being looked after, with good food, good company and great inspiration!
What you’ll need to bring with you
Please bring your sewing machine together with it's instruction manual if you have it.
All fabrics will be provided but please bring ivory or cream sewing thread.
Basic sewing kit; Small sewing scissors, quick unpick, pins, needles, tape measure.
***ENSURE YOUR MACHINE IS IN FULL WORKING ORDER BEFORE THE DAY***
IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR MACHINE WE HAVE A LIMITED NUMBER OF MACHINES THAT CAN BE BORROWED SO PLEASE LET US KNOW.
