Sharon Osborne takes part in lots of our workshops and many of the techniques learnt are incorporated into her work. She will be working in our gallery when she is happy to explain these techniques to visitors. The sessions may have a theme, or in the Pot Luck sessions Sharon will be working across a variety of techniques.

This workshop will show you how Isobel creates some of the wonderful surfaces she calls 'moulding paste fabrics'. You will be using light moulding paste, using different techniques with unusual ways of applying it, to create unique surfaces that could be used for wearable art, as well as general decorative ideas.

The aim of this 3-day machine embroidery course is to familiarise students with the sewing machine in a free and exciting way. Various stitches will be learnt alongside some simple but effective design approaches. This will enable students to start designing their own unique pieces of work. Other techniques such as appliqué, quilting, cut work and wrapping will be included. At the end of the course students should be able to start to produce some lovely pieces of work with confidence.
Session 2: Thurs 11th Mar
Session 3:Thurs 25th Mar

See also Thurs 29th April.

In this, the first of two workshops to complement the exhibition Hot Needles - Cool Stitch, June will show you how to knit decorations for hats, bags, belts, etc. The techniques involved in creating flowers, cords, tiger-tails etc will give you a stepping-off point for creative knitting. Basic knitting skills are required, e.g casting on & off, knit, purl and increasing & decreasing.
See also Fri 12th Mar for the second workshop

A day for those who want to create texture in their textile work. We will experiment with different types of fusible webs and play with fabric, paint, inks, papers and foils to create a finshed panel.
www.annettemorgan.co.uk
See also Wed 19th May

Want to draw but didn't know where to start? Or need some encouragement to practice your basic skills? Discover the joy of drawing, starting with this relaxed, fun evening workshop! Introducing basic drawing skills we will explore materials and different mark-making techniques aimed at dispelling the fears when faced with a blank sheet of paper! Alternatively, if you have some drawing experience Suzy will be able to set you separate projects to extend your abilities in this small group atmosphere.
Session 2 Wed 17th Mar
Session 3 Wed 31st Mar

In this workshop you will be using a whole palette of textile mixed-media techniques together with materials drawn from the craft & art worlds to create unique textured surfaces. These can be used as backgrounds for further embellishment or used as samples for future reference. This is a chance to experiment with different mediums and to add to your portfolio of techniques. You will also explore ideas on how to use these textured samples in your own work.
See also the two day workshop in June.

A day full of hints and tips showing you how to use watercolours with mixed media to produce vibrant and exciting paintings and drawings.

Want to ask advice about machine embroidery or using an embellisher? Then this is your opportunity to get some help. Pauline will be here to answer your questions and show you as much as she can how about to tackle techniques, how to get round problems, how to get started & how to take your work further and to suggest ideas for you to try. There will be machines available for you to try your hand, so why not drop-in for a while?

Please note: this is not a troubleshooting session on the mechanics of your own machine, it is designed to help you with your creative embroidery techniques.
The next drop-in workshop will be Sat 4th Sept.

Exploring marks in the structures of various natural and synthetic fibres. Considering density and layers by hand, carding and pre felts.

The aim of this 3-day machine embroidery course is to familiarise students with the sewing machine in a free and exciting way. Various stitches will be learnt alongside some simple but effective design approaches. This will enable students to start designing their own unique pieces of work. Other techniques such as appliqué, quilting, cut work and wrapping will be included. At the end of the course students should be able to start to produce some lovely pieces of work with confidence.
Session 1: Thurs 25th Feb
Session 3: Thurs 25th Mar

Domino knitting creates regular small units rather like traditional patchwork but without the bore of stitching motifs together. Very varied yarns can build up a richly textured surface. More experimentally freeform knitting is akin to crazy patchwork and can create a sumptous flat surface or a complex 3D shape.
See also Tues 2nd Mar

Working from observation, we will consider sharp, crisp lines along with transparency. Working with acetates and other transparent media, we will create exciting overlays and multi-spaced layers. You can expect to build a little fat book, complete with interesting art works, innovative stitched trials and ideas for further work.
www.textilestudygroup.co.uk/members/ghedley/ghedley.html
See also Thurs 15th Jul.

Make paper work for you! Develop your creative self by using a wide variety of acrylic media such as Gels, Varnish, Wax and Gesso as well as a range of different mixed media techniques, lustrous and coloured finishes. Understand the quality and nature of different handmade and individual papers, then apply media and colour to them to create rich and exotic surfaces. Make a personal collection of work using patterning and colouring techniques, which can be collated into a sketch book or portfolio or combined to create unique and individual pieces.

Want to draw but didn't know where to start? Or need some encouragement to practice your basic skills? Discover the joy of drawing, starting with this relaxed, fun evening workshop! Introducing basic drawing skills we will explore materials and different mark-making techniques aimed at dispelling the fears when faced with a blank sheet of paper! Alternatively, if you have some drawing experience Suzy will be able to set you separate projects to extend your abilities in this small group atmosphere.
Session 1 Wed 3rd Mar
Session 3 Wed 31st Mar

You spend all your time, energy and creativity making a piece of textile art, but the finishing off is always an enigma. "I will just stitch a button or bead on" is often heard when it comes to closure of a bag or box. Our day will focus on taking design through the whole creative process and experimentation with techniques to bring originality into future embellishments and finishing off.

Sharon Osborne takes part in lots of our workshops and many of the techniques learnt are incorporated into her work. She will be working in our gallery when she is happy to explain these techniques to visitors. The sessions may have a theme, or in the Pot Luck sessions Sharon will be working across a variety of techniques.

The aim of this 3-day machine embroidery course is to familiarise students with the sewing machine in a free and exciting way. Various stitches will be learnt alongside some simple but effective design approaches. This will enable students to start designing their own unique pieces of work. Other techniques such as appliqué, quilting, cut work and wrapping will be included. At the end of the course students should be able to start to produce some lovely pieces of work with confidence.
Session 1: Thurs 25th Feb
Session 2: Thurs 11th Mar

Have you ever wanted to use screen print in your work but were terrified by the seemingly complicated processes? Then this is for you! Thermofax screens make the process of screen-printing unbelievably simple. Originals, such as photographs with strong contrast, text or Indian Ink drawings can be transferred to the screen in seconds. The resulting screen can be used for print, devoré and discharge. Very fine detail is possible. You will be hooked in moments! Fabulous fabrics can be created and the surface built up for patchwork, fashion items or to further embellish with stitch.

Come and join Clare to make a felt handbag - the colour and shape is up to you! Learn all the skills you need, and wiith a little creative imagination some merino wool, fancy yarns and fabrics (and a lot of fun), you will be able to produce a unique and personal masterpiece. Remember - no sewing!!
See Fri 18th June for Nuno Felting

Want to draw but didn't know where to start? Or need some encouragement to practice your basic skills? Discover the joy of drawing, starting with this relaxed, fun evening workshop! Introducing basic drawing skills we will explore materials and different mark-making techniques aimed at dispelling the fears when faced with a blank sheet of paper! Alternatively, if you have some drawing experience Suzy will be able to set you separate projects to extend your abilities in this small group atmosphere.
Session 1 Wed 3rd Mar
Session 2 Wed 17th Mar

This workshop will focus on different types of machine stitch and threads to create a range of machined textures. By exploring different combinations of threads, fabrics and techniques students will build a collection of rich, varied and experimental samples. These can be successfully developed into future projects and we will discuss how this might be achieved. Individuals needs and requirements will be taken into consideration. This will be an inspirational class for those with some experience of machine embroidery. It is not suitable for beginners and students should be familiar with their machines.
See also Thurs 8th Jul for a follow-on workshop

Commemorate an occasion specific to you through the splendour of silk. Immortalise a coming of age, wedding or event using illustrious silk fibres embellished with machine embroidery and fine wire in a three dimensional way to create forms that are fabulously fanciful, festive and a fitting tribute for a special day.

Using the technique Frances features in her book 'Page After Page' you can use fabric, stitch, paper, transfer dyes, paint and wax to create your own unique stitched book. You can make a handmade book that can be a personal journal or record of a particular event or holiday. If you have an idea for a book/journal that you would like to start, bring items you may want to put in your book or to use as inspiration - photos, dried flowers, leaves, tickets, post cards or any other kind of printed memorabilia.

Sarah trained as a jeweller in the 1970s who recently has been working in precious metal clay, incorporating it in to her designs and enjoying the endless possibilities not available in more traditional methods. The workshop is a basic intoduction to metal clay exploring the use of texture, shape and form to produce a simple piece of jewellery at the end of day. Also with her experience as a jeweller she will be able to complete the piece with earring fittings, etc., if needed.
www.sarahlambjewellery.co.uk
See Fri 17th Sep for 'More Moves'

This is another in Bobby's series of exciting courses, which encourages close examination of the work of an artist in finding comparable methods of working that textiles artists might employ.
Ben Nicholson is a great favourite of hers and she particularly enjoys his use of colour and detail of line. Using similar subject matter to his you will spend time in looking, researching and recording, both onto paper and fabric a series of ideas for development. The use of the sketchbook will be encouraged in keeping a record of all the challenges set. Good design will be constantly discussed and students will go home with an original masterpiece and plenty of ideas for future development. It is definitely a course full of challenges, new experiences and lots of exciting techniques.

Watercolour is an exciting and versatile medium but it can seem a bit daunting at first! During these relaxed, fun evening workshops we aim to discover the basics of using this medium, learning about, amongst other things, paints, brushes & paper & how to mix colours. We will also be experimenting with techniques such as washes, wet-in-wet, salt & sponging, so If you have some painting experience Suzy will also be able to work with you on projects to extend your abilities.
Session 2 Wed 5th May
Session 3 Wed 19th May

Work towards abstraction through suggested images; focus your attention on the juxtaposition of contrasting and harmonious qualities to create interest on the surface. Techniques will be explored to develop a series of experimental samples which can be developed and applied to your own working practice in stitched textiles, collage and mixed media; enjoy an exciting opportunity to be creative and respond to the subtle textures, patterns and colour in natural forms. A course for those with some design experience and above all a willingness to experiment, explore and extend boundaries.

We will be using sewing machines as a drawing tool and then our scissors to create a lot of different effects, patterns and textures. This is an ideal workshop for those with some experience of machine embroidery, or those who have attended one of Marian's beginners' courses.
See also Thurs 25th Feb

Soft cut lino is a dream to cut and is suitable for larger images without the need for a press. Working with your own theme or topic, you will cut blocks and explore print and pattern on paper first. The patterns created will be developed into print on soft fabrics such as fine woollen cloth and felt. Fabrics such as scrims, voiles, silks and chiffons will also be printed and used to create interesting and unusual soft images and layers. The printed patterns created will be enriched with a variety of stitches using fine wool and silk threads.

Watercolour is an exciting and versatile medium but it can seem a bit daunting at first! During these relaxed, fun evening workshops we aim to discover the basics of using this medium, learning about, amongst other things, paints, brushes & paper & how to mix colours. We will also be experimenting with techniques such as washes, wet-in-wet, salt & sponging, so If you have some painting experience Suzy will also be able to work with you on projects to extend your abilities.
Session 1: Wed 21st April
Session 3 Wed 19th May

Explore the marvellous world of metallic decoration. Introducing a wide range of metallic media, including real metal leaf, metallic powders and metallic transfer foil. You will use a variety of application techniques and experiment with mark making, stencilling and printing. Combining media to colour, texture and distress samples will produce a collection of dramatic starting points for stitching and other creative projects.

A day packed full of exciting ideas that will show you how to work confidently in your sketchbooks. Suitable for all levels of experience, you will be shown how to draw confidently, and produce quick pencil sketches, watercolour vignettes, and pen/wash work. By the end of the day you will have pages full of lots of wonderfulsketches that could provide the basis for some great paintings in the future! Subjects covered will include architectural detail, small landscape vignettes, boats, people ... everything you need to sketch confidently in the coming holiday season!

Interested in texture and print? This workshop is collagraph printing made easy and accessible. Kim is an experienced printmaker/artist and teacher who has taken printing (along with her traditional press) to many parts of the country, showing students the amazingly diverse results. By using simple everyday materials, applied & inked, burnished & pulled onto high quality gallery paper, everyone will easily achieve professional printed textured images.
See also a further workshop on Wed 15th & 22nd Sept

If you love the exquisite iridescence of Angelina fibre and would like to explore the creative potential of this exciting medium further by combining with machine embroidery, appliqué and burning techniques then this is the workshop for you!

Working from your own sketches and images you will experiment with colour, stitch, texture, form and appliqué. You will use your machine both to draw and to create texture with stitch, working into Angelina fibre and water soluble fabric. Experiment with a soldering iron to create defined edges and beautiful sculpted shapes which can be embellished with hand stitching and beads.You will produce a range of intricate samples to take away for your future inspiration or for the more experienced students (and if we have time!), a final layered piece will be constructed by combining separately worked sections, so an element of design will be involved.

To get the most out of this workshop, a grounding in the techniques of creative machine embroidery is necessary. Experience of working with a soldering iron would be helpful but not essential.

On this workshop we will be experimenting with different types of fusible webs, in order to create collages which can be framed or used, and/or pursued for further design work!
www.annettemorgan.co.uk
See also Wed 3rd Mar

Watercolour is an exciting and versatile medium but it can seem a bit daunting at first! During these relaxed, fun evening workshops we aim to discover the basics of using this medium, learning about, amongst other things, paints, brushes & paper & how to mix colours. We will also be experimenting with techniques such as washes, wet-in-wet, salt & sponging, so If you have some painting experience Suzy will also be able to work with you on projects to extend your abilities.
Session 1: Wed 21st Apr
Session 2 Wed 5th May

Spend the day dabbling and experimenting with some easy dyeing techniques using Procion fibre reactive dyes, disperse dyes and acid dyes. Using a variety of both natural and synthetic fabrics, you will be amazed at the affects that can be achieved quickly with simple methods and basic equipment. You will produce a range of samples for use in your work or as useful reference resource for the future.

This workshop will enable students to develop their personal story while exploring a variety of media and methods.

Siân Martin has been using different methods of ASSEMBLAGE within her textile art pieces to create articulated textiles that move and flow. Small fragments of family photos were used to create 'Final Curtain' for a gallery within a new theatre foyer. This textile piece commemorates her parents' long artistic and family life together. Another piece, 'Photo Mosaic' is made of linked bundles of wrapped folded papers. This idea refers to precious family stories and unearthed fragments of Roman mosaic pieces - stories from a previous age. Bring your own thoughts and memories together in your own textile investigations.

The word 'assemblage' describes a textile that is created by combining multiples of different materials; fabrics, papers, threads, photos, abandoned samples, surfaces that hold memories, any item that has meaning for your story that can be stitched into. Fragments and multiples can be made into a whole. Machine stitching, hand lacing and soluble materials will be used to link these fragments, using the stitch to link and decorate the fragments. Challenge your idea of the definition of how to create an individual embellished textile.

For those who have some experience, or have been on one or more of Suzy's previous workshops, but would like help and encouragement to practice your drawing and/or painting skills. You will build on techniques already learnt & explore, through a range of different subjects, new techniques in both drawing & watercolour. It is up to you whether you concentrate on drawing or watercolour, or whether you combine both.

See also Wed 16th June and Tues 27th July

A day for any artist - no matter which 'discipline' - wishing to refresh & invigorate their creative spirit. Any medium can be used in this risk-taking workshop where the aim is to build confidence in personal creativity. Suitable for courageous beginners as well as courageous and adventurous artists, one thing is for sure, the day will be an exciting experience!

Sharon Osborne takes part in lots of our workshops and many of the techniques learnt are incorporated into her work. She will be working in our gallery when she is happy to explain these techniques to visitors. The sessions may have a theme, or in the Pot Luck sessions Sharon will be working across a variety of techniques.

On day one, students will work with various papers and polyester sheers, using a clear polymer medium to laminate the two together – creating a new ‘integrated’ piece of cloth. A full explanation, demonstration and samples of the approach will be provided, and the students will then have the opportunity to create their own pieces of laminated cloth, experimenting with different types of papers, sheers and layering to create different effects.

On day two, the course will guide students through different ways in which this newly created cloth can be developed further into a more integrated piece. This will include a range of techniques including:

• Building up the lamination with fabric paints
• Layering the lamination with backing fabrics and/or wadding
• Burning with a soldering iron
• Stitch (either machine or hand stitching).

www.parallelstextiles.com/sarah-welsby-textile-artist.html

This two-day workshop offers an introduction to the exciting world of creative embroidery for anyone with a basic love of textiles and a risk-taking spirit. Creative embroidery is a versatile and insatiable medium taking you through from initial inspiration to working with hand and machine embroidery and a wealth of mixed media techniques. If you are a beginner then this workshop is for you.

Colour alchemy! The magic of indigo and rust dyeing in one day. Fabrics will be prepared in a variety of tie dye/shibori techniques before being dyed in two special dyes. The results will surprise and amaze you and you will leave with a set of samples for future use in textile work.
www.janicegunner.co.uk

For those who have some experience, or have been on one or more of Suzy's previous workshops, but would like help and encouragement to practice your drawing and/or painting skills. You will build on techniques already learnt & explore, through a range of different subjects, new techniques in both drawing & watercolour. It is up to you whether you concentrate on drawing or watercolour, or whether you combine both.

See also Thurs 27th May and Tues 27th July

This workshop is aimed at starting a sketchbook in an easy and fun way. We will be looking at all sorts of ways of recording and developing ideas and making some stitched samples to make our own ongoing resource.

Nuno is about linking wool and fabrics together. Depending on which wool and fabric used the results will vary, but in the end you will always be rewarded with a trulu beautiful scarf. Great fun to make, and no sewing! Come along for a great day and leave with a wonderful and unique scarf! There will be a further Clare Bullock felting workshop in October.
See Wed 31st Mar for Bags, Wonderful Bags

On the first day of this two-day workshop we will be exploring several mixed media techniques to create samples of rusty, crusty surfaces to use as backgrounds for further embellishment or to incorporate into larger pieces of work.
On day two we will be using some of the techniques to create vessels, bowls or book covers and looking at ways of displaying or storing the samples for future reference.
See also Thurs 4th Mar

This workshop is great fun and has very unexpected and exciting results. We will primarily be working in paper in order to learn the process, but then very quickly move into constructing original designs in fabric using bonded appliqué as a technique. Then these designs will be magically transformed by cutting and folding to create amazing new imagery and effects. There may be opportunities for machine work if this is a preferred method of working.
Over the two days we will also have the opportunity to see how these fabric works can inspire original drawings in charcoal and pastels and of course artist research will also feature as an important part of this two day workshop providing opportunities for discussion in how to take this work forward in personal ways.

Create an abstract study through fragile layers of sumptuous silk fibres, fabric and thread in hand and machine stitch. Capture the essence of the written word using poetry as your inspirational starting point. You may use poetry personally favoured by you or select from a few chosen lines supplied on request...

Learn more techniques for creating rich texture and colour with your sewing machine with a focus on stitch… and fun! Create a range of samples with ideas of how they may be taken further. An inspirational class for those with some experience of machine embroidery. This class will stand alone or makes an ideal follow on class from Gina's first Razzle Dazzle class.
See Wed 7th Apr.

Around a theme of 'A New Lease of Life' this course is an opportunity to utilise some of the treasured fabrics or sewing items you have kept and always wanted to use but couldn't find the application or inspiration. I will show you how to use hand or machine stitch on very unlikely items to create a richly decorated and very personal book.

Working from observation in the first instance, this workshop explores soft diffused lines. Using a simple single needle punch process, we will translate artworks into textile pieces with line and texture, ranging from fine to chunky. We will also work with gummy silk fibres and combine techniques to create further grounds or stitch. Your little book will be very fat with work and ideas. The third in the series will appear in the autumn programme.
See also Sat 13th Mar

The definition of watercolours is changing! In this workshop we will look at some of the more recently accepted techniques that will help loosen up your watercolour style. Mixed media watercolours, working with texture, wet-in-wet, using collage as a ground for your painting ... all techniques that can be adopted and used to help unlock some of the secrets to painting in a looser style. Working mainly from photographs, we will look at how an unconventional composition can work wonders, as well as considering working in different sizes and formats for a more contemporary look.

This is an ideal workshop for anyone wanting to screen print onto fabric for the first time. We will briefly discuss the history of screen printing, the equipment and materials used and explore the basics of creating cut and torn paper templates to use with the screen.

During the session you will develop your own designs and pattern by printing onto the fabrics you bring. Because of limited space we will be working on smaller pieces of fabric which can be used to create a sample book, hanging or small quilt. If you're a non stitcher you can print onto T-shirts, bags, cushion covers etc or simply transform a pile of old clothes! All techniques use solvent free inks and A4 screens are supplied for use during the day. The emphasis will be on the experimental and you will take home a pile of colourful, uniquely printed fabrics.

Whether aged and distressed or full of colour and life, you will create collages using image transfer and manipulation techniques. Then using distressing, glazing, bonding, simple stitching techniques and incorporating metals the result will be a surface which conveys a personal message. Images used can be selected from those provided, or they can be from your personal collection.

For those who have some experience, or have been on one or more of Suzy's previous workshops, but would like help and encouragement to practice your drawing and/or painting skills. You will build on techniques already learnt & explore, through a range of different subjects, new techniques in both drawing & watercolour. It is up to you whether you concentrate on drawing or watercolour, or whether you combine both.

See also Thurs 27th May and Wed 16th June

Sharon Osborne takes part in lots of our workshops and many of the techniques learnt are incorporated into her work. She will be working in our gallery when she is happy to explain these techniques to visitors. The sessions may have a theme, or in the Pot Luck sessions Sharon will be working across a variety of techniques.

Devoré - burn out - was developed in C17th France as a 'poor man's lace'. Today it's an exciting yet illusive textile technique. Having spent 14 years specializing in this particular process, I've developed accessible techniques and a myriad of additional applications.

You'll learn the basic principles of devoré, learn how to involve colour in innovative ways and how to use devoré in other areas of your textile repertoire. It's an experimental/sampling workshop, a launch pad for personal development; there will be a multitude of bits of cloth, scrawled notes and glut of ideas - so don’t think you'll be leaving with a devoré scarf! Yet you will have the wherewithal to create your own, and then some!

Devoré fabrics will be supplied as part of the materials charge.

A mixed media workshop using paper, textile, print, dye and stitch to create pieces based on the 'land' and landscape or a theme of your choice. Looking at different ways of texturing and colouring surfaces a focus will be placed on stitching as an extension of mark making and drawing, and various means of layering.

Topics:

• Techniques of distressing & layering, which have been adapted from the use in Japanese textile and paper crafts. Building up a range of papers to work with.
• Layering paper and fabric, paste and colouring mediums.
• Stitching a line.
• Discussing ideas for working with the papers such as methods of layering, stitching together, seams, gathers, tearing, building towards textured surfaces.
• Creating own pieces using techniques.

Want to ask advice about machine embroidery or using an embellisher? Then this is your opportunity to get some help. Pauline will be here to answer your questions and show you as much as she can how about to tackle techniques, how to get round problems, how to get started & how to take your work further and to suggest ideas for you to try. There will be machines available for you to try your hand, so why not drop-in for a while?

Please note: this is not a troubleshooting session on the mechanics of your own machine, it is designed to help you with your creative embroidery techniques.

Sharon Osborne takes part in lots of our workshops and many of the techniques learnt are incorporated into her work. She will be working in our gallery when she is happy to explain these techniques to visitors. The sessions may have a theme, or in the Pot Luck sessions Sharon will be working across a variety of techniques.

This exciting workshop was a great success last year with students who have experienced printing, but as they said, not like this! Kim has created a workshop which incorporates three different types of collagraph textured printing. Printing from plastics, printing from delicate textile samples, and the stronger coloured multicoloured rubs. This is printing made very exciting, easy and accessible. Whether you have done it before or just want to see printing from a different perspective - this is a printing workshop with a difference.
See also Fri 14th May & Fri 21st May

If you have some basic knowledge of silver metal clay, or have been on one of Sarah's introductory sessions, this workshop will help you develop your skills and creative ideas. The subjects covered will include decorative hollow beads, paste-work (eg covering organic materials such as leaves with paste to reproduce a silver version), setting fused glass or cubic ziconias into rings or pendants.
www.sarahlambjewellery.co.uk
See Fri 16th Apr for 'An Introduction'

Use your own imagery or sketches as inspiration when creating a hanging which will be built up from stitched fragments. Original methods of connecting your stitched fragments will be explored together with suitable materials and stitch. Your resolved piece is limited only by your imagination from which ideas can be taken into a further body of work.

This workshop is in three stages. We will begin by printing onto coloured papers and fabric using simple print blocks made from card and hobby foam and then use the papers to explore the folded form. The designs will be inspired by simple dots and dashes to create texture marks.
Suitable fabrics will be fine-woven & non-woven coloured and printed before adding delicate stitch marks to embellish the surface. Stitching may be hand or machine and consideration will be given to creating fabrics that can work from both sides.
The final stage will see the stitched fabrics folded in various ways using Japanese methods as inspiration to create small container forms or structures.