Exploring the line: Drawing, Hand and Free Machine Embroidery

When & Where

16 January 2025 - 13 March 2025 ( 24 hours, 8 weeks )
Evening, Thursday
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Chelsea Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor TBC FAC HPL - Grade H
Course Code C24FACK01B
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

This course delves into the fusion of traditional artistry and contemporary textile techniques. Participants embark on a creative journey, exploring the art of drawing and translating it into hand and free machine embroidery. Students learn to transform two-dimensional sketched into intricate textile designs, mastering the use of embroidery as a medium for artistic expressions. The course emphasises the interplay between drawing and stitching, enabling individuals to craft dynamic and textured artworks. Through practical exercises and experimental projects, students discover the potential of lines and stitching to create unique embroidered pieces.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Master drawing techniques and develop proficiency in sketching and drawing.
Understand the translation of two-dimensional drawings intro embroidery designs, forming the foundation for textile artwork
Acquire skills in traditional hand embroidery techniques, utilizing various stitches to create intricate and detailed designs that reflect artistic expression through thread and fabric
Gain expertise in free machine embroidery, harnessing the sewing machine as a tool for creation of textured and nuanced embroidered artworks

Cost

Full fee

£270

Concession fee

£205

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Class format and activities

The course is designed to foster a dynamic learning environment that caters to students of varying skill levels and backgrounds. It is oriented towards a process-based approach while nurturing personal creative development. Students are encouraged to embark on their creative journey through personal research. To ensure continual progress, students receive regular and detailed feedback and guidance tailored to each student’s needs. The classes incorporate various teaching methods, including tutor’s demonstrations, presentations and handouts, practical learning activities, and group discussions. Good attendance and punctuality are key to achieve in this practical course.

Entry requirements

The course is suitable for complete beginners as well as students with some previous experience in fashion and textiles. While more experienced students may pursue more ambitious projects, equal emphasis is placed on technique acquisition, irrespective of proficiency levels.

What you need to know before you enrol

Excellent attendance and punctuality is required from all students. Students are generally expected to spend some time outside of class for completion of activities.Please note the eating and drinking is not allowed in the fashion studios - you are allowed to have bottled water. Students must be able to read, write and understand English.

What you need

You will need the following equipment: paper and fabric scissors, sewing threads, sewing needles, tailor pins, masking tape, eraser, drawing materials (watercolour, acrylic paints, coloured pencils, pastel), brushes, A3 sketchbook. You will also need to budget approximately £30-50 for fabrics to experiment with.

What you can do next

Continue your journey with us in a variety of engaging courses on offer all the way up to a full BA (Hons) in Fashion Design. Visit www.morleycollege.ac.uk today for more inspiration and information!