WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:

In Tattered Forms, workshop participants will be invited to explore ways to make secondhand textiles into sculptural shapes. Using braided rag rugs and finger crochet as inspiration, the workshop will offer discussion and methods to make use of old and surplus textiles into non-traditional vessels and forms, both functional and non-functional. Participants are encouraged to bring scrap fabric to share and exchange with other attendees… like old bedsheets, stained tablecloths, secondhand clothes, and any fiber that needs a place within our creativity. Previous experience with fibers is not required.

SKILL LEVEL: LOW

This workshop requires no sophisticated skill sets. Basic hand sewing OR crochet skills could prove helpful, but are not necessary to participate.

MATERIALS PROVIDED:

Old textiles, fabric scissors, embroidery thread, sewing needles, oversized crochet hooks, and other basic supplies. 

PARTICIPANT MATERIALS:

Hands & Old Textiles
Where available, gather scrap fabric to share and exchange with other participants like old bedsheets, stained tablecloths, secondhand clothes, fabric remnants, and any fiber you don’t mind tearing/cutting.

TECHNIQUES EXPLORED:

Braiding, knotting, finger crochet, and basic hand stitching. 

**The workshop will take place at Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center. Participants will take a one-hour break for lunch at noon.