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Slow stitch cushion — Jennie Hughes @jenniehug60

Slow stitch cushion — Jennie Hughes @jenniehug60

Slow stitch cushion — Jennie Hughes @jenniehug60

Mindful stitch cushion — Nicola Down

Rascal Dollie @pole_and_needles

Rascal Dollie @pole_and_needles

Stumpwork sample by Steph Yates — Steph Yates

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Julie Cole studied our Machine Embroidery Skill St

Julie Cole studied our Machine Embroidery Skill Stage 3 course. After graduating a few months ago she was kind enough to share her experience with us. ⁠
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Having always loved art, Julie wanted to learn to new skills and stretch and her creative wings. Read her Stitch Journey and take a look at what she achieved. ⁠
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Link in bio - Graduate Stories⁠
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Some beautiful knitted pieces by knitting student

Some beautiful knitted pieces by knitting student @by_cilie.⁠
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A hand knitted floor pouf and experimental flowers made from all different kinds of materials including, leather, cord, paper, velvet and plastic. 🥰⁠
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Creators and makers.... whether you work to commis

Creators and makers.... whether you work to commission, an established or emerging artist, or studying one of our courses, then the pressure to be creative can sometimes be overwhelming. ⁠
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We recently caught up with fibre artist Ellie Beaven (@wholeclothstudio⁠) who provided us with a few tips on how to destress and trust the creative process.⁠
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"The key to destressing for me is making time for experimentation and creative fabric play without the pressure of completing a finished piece. Whether it’s just ten minutes of freeform patchwork piecing, trying out new stitches, fabric manipulations or designs. Whatever brings you most joy, make time for it."⁠
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Wise words.... ⁠
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Read her full interview with us by clicking the link in bio. 👈️⁠
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Our City and Guilds accredited courses provide an

Our City and Guilds accredited courses provide an amazing opportunity to study something you LOVE! ⁠
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If you're serious about your craft, a maker or artist, our courses promise to nurture your creative confidence and unlock so much creative potential!⁠
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Study⁠
🌸 Knitting⁠
🌸 Crochet⁠
🌸 Patchwork & Quilting⁠
🌸 Hand Embroidery⁠
🌸 Machine Embroidery⁠
🌸 Felt Making⁠
🌸 Stumpwork⁠
🌸 Textiles⁠
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Perfect your skills, learn how to design, develop your style and unlock your full potential. ⁠
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👉️ We'll be accepting new students during our next enrolment day taking place on the 29 October 22.👈️⁠
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🙏 Register your interest for your invite to our enrolment day.⁠
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https://www.sofst.org/#register⁠
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Or click link in bio⁠
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Beautiful Hand Embroidery course work by one of ou

Beautiful Hand Embroidery course work by one of our students, @kitchyvitch 🥰🥰⁠
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#Blackwork⁠
#Hardanger⁠
#Wovenbars⁠
#stitchsampler⁠
#drawnthread⁠
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All vital practise for expanding skills and learning more about the craft of hand embroidery. ⁠

“Stitching really is central to who I am. I need

“Stitching really is central to who I am. I need this creative work to find balance and happiness in life!”⁠
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Ellie Beaven @wholeclothstudio⁠
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The art of slow stitching is deeply relaxing. With rhythmic qualities it has an intrinsic calming effect, promotes mindfulness, and restores the soul. One particular artist who knows all about this is Ellie Beavan.⁠
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We had the absolute pleasure of talking to Ellie about her work, living and working on a catamaran, and the art of slow stitching at sea.⁠
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Link in bio to full interview⁠
https://www.sofst.org/ellie-beaven-slow-stitching-at-sea/⁠

Jane Freeman studied Textiles Skill Stage 2. Jane

Jane Freeman studied Textiles Skill Stage 2. Jane told us that she planned to study more and eventually open her own store. ⁠
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Read her #StitchJourney >>⁠
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https://www.sofst.org/graduate-story-jane-freeman-textiles/⁠
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👉 click the link in our bio (graduate stories)⁠
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#suffolkpuffs #patchworkandquilting #quiltblock #quilting #quiltcourse #patchwork #patchworkcourse #patchworking #patchworkdesign #patchworkskills #quiltingskills #quiltersofinstagram #quiltersofIG #patchworkparadise #blockquilting #stitchedtextiles #needlecraft #crafters #textiles #hobbyiest

@wholeclothstudio⁠ ⁠ After moving aboard a 44f

@wholeclothstudio⁠
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After moving aboard a 44ft Catamaran in 2020, hand quilter, Ellie Beaven was forced to give up her sewing machine, swapping them for space saving, rudimentary tools. With only threads, scissors and needles at her disposal Ellie creates beautiful hand quilted pieces which embody the calmness of the sea.⁠
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"I was surprised to find that I actually love working with less and have found the process of exploring hand sewing techniques really enjoyable and creatively freeing. In this context working on a smaller scale also made more sense."⁠
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Discover how to do more with less.⁠
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Link in bio to full interview⁠
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#slowstitch #slowstitching #minfulness #creativestitching #creativetextiles #textileart #textilesartist #stitchedtextiles #handstitched #handsewn #handdyed #handpieced #applique #handquilting #repurposedtextiles #wallart #elliebeaven #wholecloth #inspirationalart

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my last two years of st

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my last two years of study. It gave me structure during these crazy times of Covid. Although I live in Australia the distance learning was supported through a private Facebook group set up by the school. In the first 6 months, they had regular question and answer sessions which were conducted by Gail. These meetings are invaluable when doing long distance learning as it engages you with other students and lessens the feeling of isolation. I am looking forward to continuing my journey and expanding my skills with the School of Stitch.⁠
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A big thank you to the School of Stitched Textiles for offering an excellent range of courses."⁠
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Check out this incredible graduate story from Irene Harris⁠
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Click link in bio.⁠
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https://www.sofst.org/graduate-story-irene-harris-hand-embroidery/⁠
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