In this workshop, join Caroline to hand-embroider a Japanese-inspired fabric envelope with the symbolic chrysanthemum emblem. Create sashiko stitches on cotton fabrics. Use your envelope to wrap gifts, letters and other special items. Each will be unique. You will choose from a selection or prepared fabrics with plain colours and delicate patterns. Using embroidery thread from a selection of colours, learn some of the skills needed to form sashiko stitching to embellish your piece. Hear some of Caroline's stories from living in Japan and learning from craftspeople. Share time and stories together.

Leicestershire Craft Centre,
10a High Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7NJ
01858 466692
create@leicestershirecraftcentre.co.uk
www.leicestershirecraftcentre.co.uk

Please see further details and terms and conditions on my terms and conditions page and also on the Leicestershire Craft Centre website

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In this workshop, join Caroline to create a set of seasonal or festive postcards using pen and watercolour. Etegami (picture postcards from Japan) are a snapshot of the moment, a chance to relax, draw and paint and capture an item close to you in your everyday life. Add a special message, poem, quote, bible verse or even recipe to annotate your work. Send to a friend or loved one or keep as artwork for your home. Templates will be provided to aid your creativity or feel free to bring along items or photographs from home, that you would love to draw and paint. Enjoy the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at Leicestershire Craft Centre, a great place for meeting new friends and learning from experienced creative people. Enjoy tea and coffee while working.

Leicestershire Craft Centre,
10a High Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7NJ
01858 466692
create@leicestershirecraftcentre.co.uk
www.leicestershirecraftcentre.co.uk

Please see further details and terms and conditions on my terms and conditions page and also on the Leicestershire Craft Centre website

Book now link will take you to the Leicestershire Craft Centre website

In this workshop at Tudor Rose Patchwork, join Caroline to learn about the traditional and stunning Japanese craft of temari, or hand ball. Prepare and embroider a traditional design (Spindle) and learn the meaning of seasonal symbols in Japanese culture. Choose your colourway to blend with your home ready for the winter and Christmas season, adding a hanging hook to proudly display on your Christmas tree or decorative branches. Each will be unique. Learn a little about Japanese culture, seasonal influences and hear about her experiences of living in Japan and learning from skilled craftspeople. While you are at Tudor Rose Patchwork, enjoy the delicious special lunchtime menu at their coffee shop, O For Coffee.

Tudor Rose Patchwork
Unit 1, Oakley Park, Station Rd, Oakley MK43 7RB
01234 824983
info@tudorrosepatchwork.co.uk
www.tudorrosepatchwork.co.uk

Please see further details and terms and conditions on my terms and conditions page and also on the Tudor Rose Patchwork website

Book now link will take you to the Tudor Rose Patchwork website