Play and Mend
Join acclaimed embroidery tutor Adriana Torres for a playful workshop as you first distress and then imaginatively mend fabric with a variety of techniques and stitches. Participants will receive a silk screened piece of fabric with a chair and sweater design, and will be invited to break, cut, and damage the cloth in a game lead by Adriana. Once they finish the game it will be time to fix!
Adriana will start by explaining simple mending techniques, and go into more detail as the game progresses. One of the techniques taught is the Brussels stitch - which is not usually used for mending, but which is Adriana’s favorite stitch and perfectly suited to repairing holes. At the end of the day you will have lots on new know-how and a beautiful mending sampler to use as a wall hanging for your home or studio.
Skill Level:
This is open for all skill levels including beginner stitchers. No previous knowledge is required. Each student will mend according their skill level.
About the tutor:
Adriana Torres was born in Argentina. She studied Architecture and Graphic Design at the University of Buenos Aires, and is also a student of fine art, illustration, drawing, painting and pottery. She is a celebrated textile artist and embroidery educator who established Miga de Pan; an award-winning company making exquisite handmade dolls, toys and blankets for children and adults who love unique design.
Adriana always dreamed of travelling for work and has taught embroidery classes all over the world. in 2024 she will teach a series of workshops across America, Europe and Asia. We are delighted to be hosting her on her UK leg of the tour.
Location:
MAKE Arch 3. Please check in with a member of staff at the shop till area to be shown to the right arch.
Refreshments:
Refreshments will be available during the class. Please bring your own lunch. There are plenty of great cafes and restaurants nearby on Brighton seafront.
What to bring with you:
Printed fabric, needles, thread and a course booklet will be provided, but please bring your own scissors and a 25cm embroidery hoop. Also please bring yarn in colors you love and tiny scraps of fabric to personalise your sampler.
Progression:
Atelier Beside the Sea has a range of 3D & Craft courses.
Specific advanced courses will be added as we develop our range of courses throughout the year. Please check the MAKE section of our website for course details or alternatively sign up to our mailing list at the bottom of this page to receive regular updates.
Booking terms & conditions:
You can view the MAKE booking terms & conditions here.
As we send information to you ahead of your course start date please ensure you provide full contact information when booking, including a contact number and email address.
Contact us:
If you have any questions about this course, please feel free to contact us at make@atelierbrighton.co.uk