Thread Playtime!
This might get you thinking just a little ‘outside the box’ and the finished effect is one similar to that of couching your threads; you can use thicker threads on bobbins that are front loaded (like the Bernina) or top loaded (such as the Janome);
Don’t forget to work on a sample piece first before transferring to your ‘precious project’.
To learn how useful the walking foot is – click here.
You can find more information about a walking foot on our website.
Another trick is to try thicker threads and not put them through the tension discs of your bobbin.
The thread used by Valerie is YLI Candlelight, but other manufacturers do lovely ‘thick’ threads.
Click here to learn more about Valerie Nesbitt.
Click here to watch the full length version of this Taster
Simple and effective
Jennie demonstrates how simple and easy it is to use this little hand gadget to produce some really super results.
Embellish your wardrobe – one the children can do too
Another one of those techniques that the children can do using scraps of wool/fabric/threads. It is also a ...
Simple dyeing in jars
Angela loves to use items from the garden, the hedgerows and her kitchen to create her lovely hand-dyed fabrics. Madder root, which is used to create a turkey red colour, is her particular favourite.
You will see how easy it is to get the fabric to mellow in simple kilner ja...
Textured Landscape
In this little workshop Valentina creates a delightful little landscape picture. It has a painted background on which you can add texture and depth with the help of hand or machine stitching. In fact once you start, you may not know where to stop!
Use flowers
If you have them, ...
