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Lynda Monk
Email: purplemissus@aol.com
Website: www.purplemissus.com
Mobile: 07510 520918
WORKSHOPS
IMPORTANT:
Although I am aware that some students will already have at least some of the necessary materials it
would be very time consuming to work out additional costs for other materials used such as Polymer
Mediums, Fluid Acrylic Paint, Xpandaprint etc. and would also take up valuable time at the beginning of
each session. Therefore all materials used in the workshops are supplied, at cost price, at an extra
charge per student as stated with no hidden extras.
Along with all the necessary materials, a CD containing all the techniques and more, in pdf format,
covered during the day is included in the materials cost.
There will be a variety of samples and finished pieces on display to inspire you to take these techniques
further.
Maximum 15 students.
Please make sure the venue is large enough for everyone to have at least half a trestle size table to
themselves and that there are enough power points for sewing machines, irons or heat guns.
Please bring extension leads where necessary.
1 Creative Surfaces I
In this workshop we will be exploring the different effects that can be
achieved using Kunin Felt combined with acrylic mediums to create textured
pieces of work.
Each student will create a vessel as shown left which will then be ready to
take home and add colour to the surface.
Please note: A sewing machine on the day is essential for this workshop
with a basic knowledge of either normal straight stitch or freehand
machining.
See requirements list number 1
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £10.00 per student.
2 Creative Surfaces II
In this workshop we will be using Kunin Felt to create a textured surface
which will then be used to construct an ‘Encrusted Blade’ as shown left.
The vessel will be created as far as possible during the day ready to take
home and add colour to the surface. Complete instructions for assembling
the ‘Encrusted Blade’ will be included.
Please note: A sewing machine on the day is essential for this workshop
with a basic knowledge of either normal straight stitch or freehand
machining.
See requirements list number 1.
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £10.00 per student.
3 Creative Surfaces III
In this workshop we will be creating metallic effect surfaces using a
combination of foils, tissue papers, acrylic gels and mediums along
with various other fabrics and media.
Each student will take home a variety of postcard size samples created
in the class and all the necessary materials and instructions to create
an A5 size book as seen in the photograph which will need to be
completed at home.
All the samples could be embellished further to be used as pieces in
their own right or incorporated into larger projects.
See requirements list number 2.
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £12.50 per student.
4 Scrim,Screens & Scrappy Bits
In this workshop we will be looking at ways to create textured and background surfaces using scrim and
Thermofax screens combined with Gesso, Xpandaprint, Acrylic
Paints and various other mediums.
Although most of these surfaces may work well on their own
they will all be enhanced with further embellishment in the way
of stitch, beading or additional mixed-media products and
techniques.
Each student will take home a variety of samples created during
the day.
See requirements list number 1. (This workshop can be adapted
for use without a sewing machine if necessary – please ask)
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £12.50 per student.
5 Fabulous Surfaces
In this workshop we will be creating several samples from the book ‘Fabulous
Surfaces’ and extending some of the techniques shown.
Each student will take home a variety of samples created in the class.
See requirements list number 2.
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £10.00 per student.
6 Exploring Creative Surfaces
In this workshop we will be creating several samples from the book
‘Exploring Creative Surfaces’ and extending some of the techniques shown.
Each student will take home a variety of samples created in the class.
See requirements list number 2.
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £10.00 per
student.
7 Mixed Media Medley
A play day creating samples using lots of different techniques.
Each student will take home a variety of samples created in the class.
See requirements list number 2.
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £12.50 per student.
8 Exploring Thermofax Screens
Lots of people think that printing on fabric with fabric dye is the only way to
use a Thermofax screen. In this workshop you will explore several different
ways of using a screen with several different mediums.
Cost of materials includes an A5 Thermofax Screen to take away with you.
See requirements list number 2.
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £12.50 per student.
9 Wire & Form
In this workshop we will be creating various shapes and forms using
Thermofax Screens, Stencils and Xpandaprint. We will then stitch
the completed shapes together to construct different forms, pods,
flower shapes and larger items such as vessels. The use of cotton
covered wire will give a shape that can be easily manipulated.
See requirements list number 1.
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £12.50
per student.
10 Fragments
Explore several different mixed-media techniques involving Lutradur,
Xpandaprint, Thermofax screens etc to create a variety of samples or several
resolved 'fragments'. Then go on to explore methods of presentation from threedimensional forms to delicate panels.
See requirements list number 1.
All materials used in the workshop are supplied at a cost of £12.50 per student.
Note: All of the above are one day workshops which can be combined or extended to cover two or more
days if required.
If you would prefer a tailor-made workshop with a selection of different techniques from the workshops
listed then please let me know.
Requirements list number 1
Sewing machine and usual sewing kit including scissors
Polyester and/or cotton thread – any colour
Gloves and apron
Bin Liner or plastic to cover workspace
Kitchen Towel / Baby wipes
Heat Gun and heat resistant board/mat, soldering iron and domestic iron - only if you have them, if not
we can share
Requirements list number 2
Gloves and apron
Kitchen Towel / Baby Wipes
Bin Liner or plastic to cover workspace
Scissors
Heat Gun and heat resistant board/mat, soldering iron and domestic iron – only if you have them, if not
we can share