Studio Days

Everyone needs a place to call their own and we're very lucky that, at long last, we now have a lovely, large and bright studio of our own.  And whilst we both have smaller sewing rooms at home, we also know that sometimes to 'get work done' you just need to remove yourself from everyday life; and that's where we can help! ​
We have just the place for you : no distractions, plenty of space, variable height tables, good light, warm (or cool...you never know ), a friendly welcome, the support of other textile enthusiasts and fully equipped for sewing. 
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​Or if it's dyeing  you want to do then you can do that as well.  We have stocks of Procion MX, indigo or acid dyes to use in the studio along with ancillary products.    You can bag,  bucket or tray dye, paint with liquid or thickened dye;  there is often manutex made up, but to be sure do let us know at least 48 hours notice in advance.  In the warmer months we open the doors and you can dip into indigo outside.

​When you want to print then the tables are all padded and height adjustable, so no more aching backs and make-shift padded tops.  Our selection of silk screens is growing and we also have a range of thermofax screens you can use too, as well as mark making tools (ask Hazel and she will introduce you to her potato masher collection...), monoprinting plates and printing blocks.

However, please note Studio Days are intended as time and space for independent work, so to get the most out of  the day ​you must be technically competent for both the techniques and materials you wish to work with.
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In the studio you will find:

  • design walls
  • padded tables, 1m x 2m or 2m x 2m
  •  a selection of textile paints, dyes etc
  • various printing blocks and mark making tools
  • silk screens and a small selection of thermofax screens
  • two large catering style sinks for clean up
  • lino cutting tools and printing inks
  • a variety of art materials and equipment (paints, brushes, palettes, papers etc)
  • monoprinting plates
  • an OHP for use in design work
  • a microwave for acid dyeing
  • transfer paints
  • irons, heat tools and heat guns​
  • rotary cutting equipment
  • a Babylock 7 embellisher machine
  • a basic Pfaff and Bernina sewing machines  (however we do suggest you may prefer to bring your own machine)  
  • a library of art, design and textile books, for use in the studio only
  • Wi-Fi and access to a colour printer (small charge to cover inks)​

Available for purchase on the day:

  • 100% cotton fabrics prepared for dyeing - shrunk cotton, poplin, sateen
  • drop cloth
  • black synthetic felt
  • plastic batching rolls
  • plastic table covering
  • various haberdashery notions including pelmet Vilene and Bondaweb
  • InStitches themed fabric/thread packs
  • InStitches ​dyed or printed fat quarters
  • InStitches dyed threads in different weights
So what's stopping you?  Grab your machine and latest project and come and play at our house! You can spend the day cutting and sewing , printing and dyeing, make a lampshade, dress making or even making  those curtains and blinds you've talked about do for so long! 

We're so excited we can't wait to welcome you!  ​
2018 dates:
October 18th
November 14th
December 11th
​2019 dates:
January 15th
February13th
March 28th
April 24th
May 30th
June 11th
​July 17th
​Studio Days run from 9.30am until about 5ish. We will provide tea and coffee  but you will need to bring your own packed lunch. There is a fridge, oven and microwave should you wish to warm up your lunch.​

Cost: Dry/Sewing : £30 per day
Wet: £40, includes resists and dyes but NOT fabric
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