Hi. This is a new page designed to give LQ members the chance to add their views. If you've enjoyed a meeting or a workshop, been to a good exhibition, completed a piece of work, whatever ~ let us know.
Please send contributions via the "Contact Us" page or email me at leicestershirequilters@gmail.com Thanks Irene Westerman
Please send contributions via the "Contact Us" page or email me at leicestershirequilters@gmail.com Thanks Irene Westerman
April 2016
Thermofax Screen workshop
This was a 2 part workshop. The morning gave an opportunity to experiment with thermofax screens. The afternoon offered the chance to start a small wall hanging using the screened fabric from the morning session. Here are some comments from participants: “A lovely day of play, trying out different screens that had been generously supplied by Sue, Debby and Irene” “I’ve had a lovely day playing with inks, thermofax screens and stencils. I’ve some interesting samples to take home to make some interesting and different finished products” “I’ve learnt something entirely different and new! I’ve added at least 10 different projects to my UFO list” “Took me out of my comfort zone and I really loved it. Trying to think outside of the box. Many thanks.” “Great – we should do more. I like to try new ideas and experiment” “Loved it – can’t wait to stitch into it” “Had a fabulous day. I learnt a lot and everyone was very helpful” “ I had a wonderful day. I came without any preparation (last minute cancellation) but it was worth it. Wonderful, helpful people. Looking forward to another day.” “Thank you, thank you all for making me so welcome. I had a lovely day with lovely people – learnt loads, did loads and going home worn out!” |
February 2016
Shibori Workshop
We held the first of our experimental workshops giving the opportunity to try out a range of techniques. "Most enjoyable. Good tutor and well organised." "Wonderfully relaxing day, learning something new. Sharing techniques and learning new ones. Can't wait to see the results of today's workshop." "Very interesting day and it will be an even more exciting evening, rinsing and opening up the pieces to see what patterns have been created from simple folding, tying and stitching." "Looking forward to seeing the results. An enjoyable day was had by all. Good tutor." "Wonderful day. Enjoyed messing about with fabric and dye." "Fantastic day. Looking forward to the results" "Great day. Thank you." June 2016 Dyeing Workshop "Really good to have a day to experiment with colour and technique and the possibility to be creative and express your self" "I knew nothing - now I know lots!! The secret is to experiment - which we did - and exchange ideas. Great workshop, Debby, thanks" "I enjoyed it so much that I did not want to go home" "What a lovely day, I learnt so much. It was great to experiment. Thank you!" "I wish I was a child again to be free-er with my paints. Loved every minute." |
March 2016
Colourwash Workshop
A small group of LQ members met to work for a day on a colourwash wall hanging. "A lovely, cosy day. Gill was very generous with her fabric and spent the whole day coming round and helping / advising. Thank you Gill! "A lovely "colourful" workshop." "A most enjoyable workshop" "A wonderful day learning about colourwash." " A very relaxing day. Thank you Gill." |