Learn how to experiment with a variety of textile elements to create tactile, colourful and sculptural cords that can be transformed into textile jewellery.
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This course encourages you to experiment with a variety of textile elements, including embroidered beads, to create tactile, colourful and sculptural knotted cords that can be transformed into textile jewellery.
What will we cover?
You will see and handle samples of knotted cords and textile jewellery with a variety of materials including embroidered beads. After viewing practical demonstrations from the tutor you will take part in practical workshops in both morning and afternoon sessions.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Learn how to create knotted forms with a variety of textile materials - Experiment with textiles to create different sculptural forms and colour combinations - Make a series of knotted cords with threads, yarns and fabrics - Finish knotted cords with a specific knots and hand-sewing - Create at least one finished piece of knotted textile jewellery.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This informal workshop is suitable for all levels who have good hand dexterity. Remember to bring your reading glasses if you require them to view close details.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be shown examples of knotted cords and finished jewellery to handle. Your tutor will provide group and individual re-cap of demonstrations as required throughout the day. You will have one-to-one guidance as needed. You will also take away an illustrated handout and materials list to continue practice in your own time beyond the workshop.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
All essential materials and sewing tools will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own sewing kit, collection of cords, threads, knitting yarns and fabrics, particularly clothing that is no longer worn or any off-cuts from your own textile projects.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
City Lit offers a wide range of short and year-long courses in Jewellery design and making, from beginners to advanced, and for professional development. Please browse the website for upcoming courses. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library Monday to Friday from 12:00 - 14:00 then 16:00 -18:00.
Tanvi Kant is an interdisciplinary artist based in East Sussex. She works with hand-worked processes that reflect elemental textiles exploring intuitive responses to materials through tactility, colour and construction. Her works span across textile jewellery, participatory installations, collage and sculpture. Since graduating in 2005 she has won numerous awards and exhibited internationally. She has extensive experience as a visiting tutor in adult education and further education to postgraduate degree level. She regularly works with the public, families and community groups encouraging participants to respond to their visual and tactile senses through materials and to support intergenerational learning experiences.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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