Do you love fabric? Have you ever thought about how you can use fabric as an art medium? If you’re new to illustrating with fabric and thread, and you’re not sure where to begin, then this class is for you!

Join Lauren, as she guides you through the art of illustrating with fabric and thread, using raw edge fusible appliqué. As plant-lover and fiber artist, Lauren will teach you how to think about your fabric and thread as tools for your creative toolbox and she will share her favorite tips to inspire your next fabric creation.

In this class you’ll learn:

How to think about fabric and thread as an illustrative medium
Tips for gathering inspiration
How to take your your ideas and sketches and turn them into fabric illustrations
Compositional principles to optimize your illustration
Key concepts to consider for fabric selection
A sample of thread embellishment techniques to take your illustration to the next level
Ways to showcase your fabric illustration

You’ll be creating:

A simple illustration using fabric, thread and raw edge fusible appliqué

Who is this class for:

In this class, we’re letting loose! This will be a fun, low pressure class. You don’t have to have perfect seams or stitches in this class. You just need a desire to create with fabric.

This class is perfect for beginners, but all skill levels are welcome to join in on the fun! While a basic knowledge of machine sewing will be helpful for this class, Lauren will guide you through a few hand-stitching basics, so anyone can join in on this experience.

If you’re not comfortable drawing, sketching, or creating a full composition, you can download a free project template (provided in the class resources) to create a simple illustration using the techniques we cover in this class.

Fusible appliqué is a great technique to help you think about working with fabric and thread in a new way. So if this class sounds right for you, grab your favorite sewing supplies, and let’s get started!

You can also find Lauren here:

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Great Garlic

retired, gardener, caveman quilter

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