For those who would like to develop their skills in this Japanese art, this Spindles design involves some weaving after the ball has been divided into six divisions. Using the colour way of your choice (many to choose from), these traditionally geometric patterns will inspire you to create your own colour combinations and designs. They make lovely ornaments or gifts, and are great to hang on a Christmas tree or in the window. As an alternative to the workshop, a kit with online tutorial is available to purchase now - click here
Suitability - Intermediate Suitable for students who have attended the workshop 'Making a Temari Ball' or who have made a temari ball previously.
Dates There will be a dedicated Temari Ball workshop for levels 2 & 3 published each Autumn.
Cost £59 per person including all materials and access to a YouTube tutorial after the workshop. Currently £35 for any subsequent workshop to work the same project (with tutoring but no materials provided). Times 10.00 am. to 4.00 pm. with 45 minutes for lunch Arrival: from 9.30 am. Please note that you may start stitching from 9.30 am. if you wish.
Location Alstonefield Memorial Hall (The Village Hall) Postcode for Satnav - DE6 2FR Click for Directions
Refreshments Tea & coffee is provided throughout the day, with home-made biscuits mid-morning and cake mid-afternoon.
What you need to bring A packed lunch. One pre-wrapped polystyrene ball* (so that we can begin measuring at the start of the workshop)
*Please use a 60 mm polystyrene ball, which should be wrapped to the cotton stage and be ready for measuring at the start of the workshop. For this workshop, you will find it easier to match colours if you wrap the ball in a neutral colour.
All other materials and equipment are provided. N.B. you will be provided with a poly ball and as part of your pack, to replace the one you have wrapped.
About the Workshop The workshop is limited to 12 persons, who may be working on different projects. You will learn to measure six divisions and work the Spindles design as in the photograph above. There will be a range of coloured threads to choose from. A link to the video tutorial will be e-mailed to you after the workshop in order for you to be able to complete the embroidery at home or return to attend another workshop at a reduced price.