Join embroidery artist Jessica Grady for a colourful and creative workshop exploring floral designs using embellishments and hand stitch.

You will be working on your own fantasy floral artwork design using Jessica's samples and ideas to inspire you.

Jessica will show you how you can utilise a range of mixed media materials to create your floral design including recycled sequins, painted washers and sponges, as well as more traditional beads, buttons and embellishments.

All these elements will be added to your textile background with simple hand embroidery stitches, which will also add some decoration and pattern to your design. This workshop is suitable for all abilities.

Artist Bio

Jess is an embroidery artist, originally from the North Yorkshire coast who works from my home studio in West Yorkshire. My original textiles are a bold and tactile exploration of colour and pattern through hand stitching and embellishment. I use a combination of processes within all of my embroideries including traditional hand embroidery techniques, hand dyeing, printing and embellished surfaces – that utilise unconventional and recycled materials.

I'm passionate about utilising mixed media and recycled materials such as painted metal washers, hand dyed plastic waste, packaging and stripped electric cables within my hand embroidery work. These materials are transformed and manipulated to create intricate embellishments. This juxtaposition of unusual media with traditional techniques invites the viewer to look closer – creating curiosity.

When attending a workshop you can receive 10% off within the Gallery Shop on the day of your session.

About the venue

Sunny Bank Mills is an inspirational cultural destination in the heart of the local community of Farsley, Leeds. Founded in 1829, these glorious Mills are being regenerated by the sixth generation of the family owners, creating a wonderful blend of work, leisure and culture.

Course terms and booking conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until 7 days before the scheduled start date. As materials and equipment are ordered in advance, we regret that refunds cannot be offered less than 7 days before the workshop date. Please note that Eventbrite’s booking fee is non-refundable.

If we need to cancel the course for any reason your ticket will be fully refunded.

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