Mixed media workshop

Hi Despite getting slightly lost going to North Lonsdale Embroiderers Guild workshop, Caroline and myself really enjoyed our day up the Lakes. It was exhausting but very worthwhile, with lovely people and great views over Morecambe Bay.

It is only a small branch, and I was quite anxious on how to run the workshop, as I know they have a number of very experienced ladies. However I should not have worried as even the most knowledgeable can  pick something up that can be used at a later stage. Sandra K was enthralled to be shown my alternative Tyvek method!!!

As usual I took everything but the kitchen sink!!! and thank goodness Caroline  was acting as my technician as there was a lot of mixing paints, washing brushes and containers, and general tidying up. Without her I would still be there packing up.

Mind you I haven't yet put everything away in my house, just moved items up stairs from the hall- there is always tomorrow?? oh no there isn't as I have to start sorting out stuff for a craft fair on Sunday, and an Embroiderers Guild meeting on Saturday.

Here are some photos of North Lonsdale members at work.

Anticipation- new workshop

I have decided to run a workshop at Avant on my new passion -alcohol Inks- I have had a few for a long time and have only rarely used them, as not really sure what I could do with them.

However after looking at Pintrest re alcohol inks, I bought a book- like you do!!! I also purchased quite a few additional colours, some yupo paper and alcohol rubbing ink.

I have managed to make a few samples, on yupo paper, encaustic paper, canvas and fabrics- silk works really well!

I am going to have a go on leather, tile, glass and metal.

You can achieve some very strange effects, by manipulation and sheer luck.

The workshop is Tuesday 24th May 10.00-4.00 at Avant Garden Centre, Wigan Road, Leyland PR25 5XW 01772 433777. £40.00 which includes full tuition, a light lunch and refreshments. Contact Avant to book and obtain the requirement list.

I will add photos of my masterpieces when I get home.