Portland Art and Soul Workshops

Workshop Details

Lesley Riley 9-4:30 Thursday	398 - Stitched! Exploring Fabric Books	[back to quicklinks] $ 130
Lesley's second book, "Fabric Memory Books", explores the many ways fabric can be used to create unique, non-traditional books. Be among the first to get a sneak preview and hands-on experience while working with favorite fabrics and new, fabric-like materials that take the place of paper. These surfaces have the texture and appeal of fabric but are suitable for writing, drawing, painting and more. In this class, you will learn how to dye, paint and pattern two new materials for your pages and learn how to adhere paper without gluing. You will construct two different styles of books. Minimal hand sewing required. A machine will be available for minimal machine stitching too, if that's what you want to do. You will have time to begin to create page art or text in both of them. Each of you will leave class well on your way to completing two very personal works of art. This is a chance for those new to either fiber art or bookmaking to explore either medium, as well as a wonderful new approach for seasoned book or fiber artists. Supply List: --two or three 1” foam brushes --water container, optional rags for clean-up --workshirt or apron --sharp fabric scissors, pencil and 24" ruler --a selection of fabric for collages small scraps and fat quarters work fine --paper ephemera and photos for page art. You can also print photos on fabric or transparencies to transfer onto fabric, or email me images to print on fabric or transparency for you. --at least 6 large beads (1/2"-5/8") or buttons and other embellishments to personalize your book --fine point Zig marker, Pitt pens, Sharpies, or .8 Pigma pen for writing and mark making. Bring others if you have them, some will work better than others when writing on fabric. --pencil tip soldering iron (inexpensive - from craft store, Radio Shack, etc) --Embroidery needle --Decorative threads or Embroidery floss--2 or 3 skeins in colors you like (I will have some too) --¼ yd white fabric for transfers & painting --½ yd of Wonder Under or Heat N Bond --heat gun -- beads, charms, etc for embellishment Optional Supplies:  rotary cutter and large cutting mat (approx 18 x 24"); 2" foam brush Questions?  Email me at lrileyart@aol.com CLOSED - CLASS FULL Online registration for the Portland event is now closed. Late sign-ups will be taken at the Art & Soul office at the Portland event, depending upon availability. Please check in with us there if you wish to inquire about a class. Thank you!