Name: Introduction to Freemotion Embroidery
Start: 2025-02-08T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-02-08T16:00:00+00:00
Location: LilyBoo

What does this workshop cover?
This workshop is a great opportunity to learn the art of freemotion embroidery, at a beginners level. You will enjoy the freedom of drawing with your machine to create your own artwork. This in-depth beginner’s class covers everything you need to know to learn this technique, from setting up your machine and what equipment you will need, to top tips and handy advice to get the most out of this wonderfully creative technique. Throughout the day you will be taught the skills and techniques required, by producing several small samples, growing in confidence as you become more skilled at the technique. Ending the day by producing a lovely piece of freemotion artwork using the raw edge applique technique.
Who the workshop is suitable for
This is a great workshop for a beginner or someone wanting a refresher.
Who is the workshop run by
This workshop is taught by Caroline Michelle who is a local textile artist specialising in freemotion embroidery. You can find out more about Caroline’s work via her website https://www.carolinemichelletextileart.co.uk/
What do you need to bring along
You will need to bring the following materials and equipment:
 Sewing Machine
 Freemotion embroidery foot
 Plain white felt or similar stable fabric for the various practice samples
 A small variety of fabric scraps to produce the raw edge applique artwork
 Black thread
 Your usual sewing equipment, scissors etc
 Bondaweb
Other things you need to know
The workshops at LilyBoo have bought together people for a chat, to learn something new and there is always lots of laughter. Please note that the workshops are held upstairs’ once upstairs the bathroom and kitchen are on the same floor.