Classes
Scrapiana Workshops
Crockadoodledo, Larkhall, Bath
Whether it’s making strawberry needle-cushions from jam-pot covers, or fabric-covered beads from an old Liberty lawn blouse, there’s a novel twist on using up textile scraps at a Scrapiana Workshop.
Sessions are three hours (unless otherwise stated) with all materials included in the workshop fee – though you’re very welcome to bring along anything of your own which you’d like to use. Please browse through the list of workshops below, and if you don’t see what you’d like to make, do ask as new workshops are being added all the time.You can book your place by following the relevant link through to the Scrapiana Etsy store. If you can’t find a link, send an email to eirlys@scrapiana.com.
‘We had such a lovely morning… chicken soup for the soul!’ - Jess of The Bath Crafting Cranny commenting on a Scrapiana strawberry workshop.
Scrapiana makes have been featured in Mollie Makes magazine, More Rag Rugs and Mend it Better.
Strawberry emeries from felt & corduroy scraps
Vintage strawberry workshop
Liberty bead necklaces at Crockadoodledo, Larkhall, Bath
Friday 18th May, 10.30-1.30pm
Covering chunky wooden beads is the perfect fashion use for your cherished Liberty lawn scraps. Learn all the tips and techniques at this morning workshop.
Workshop fee: £25 with all materials included.
Bookings: email eirlys@scrapiana.com or book your place now.
Made at a Liberty bead necklace workshop
Japanese jeans patchwork at Crockadoodledo, Larkhall, Bath
Friday 27th April, 10.30-1.30pm
What do you do when your favourite jeans give out completely? Add some cotton scraps and upcycle them ingeniously into stunning (and stunningly quick and easy) patchwork.
Workshop fee: £25 with all materials included (though feel free to bring along any favourite old defunct jeans or complementary cotton scraps).
Bookings: email eirlys@scrapiana.com to book your place now.
Japanese-style jeans patchwork
Vintage textile/buckle belts at Crockadoodledo, Larkhall, Bath
Tuesday 24th April or Thursday 24th May, 10.30-1.30pm
A belt can make or break an outfit. How wonderful to be able to make a belt from whatever fabric you choose! Learn to tame vintage fabrics, vintage buckles and the necessary structural elements at this workshop.
Bookings: reserve your place for 24th April or 24th May.
Zipper brooches at Crockadoodledo, Larkhall, Bath
Friday 29th June, 10.30-1.30pm
Release zips from the tyranny of utility and make them into fabulous sculptural floral brooches instead. You’ll never look at the humble zipper in quite the same way again!
Workshop fee: £25, including all materials.
Bookings: email eirlys@scrapiana.com to book your place now.
Special offers
Multi-workshop discount: book 4 workshops for the price of 3! This offer only applies to any of my Crockadoodledo workshops. To claim, email eirlys@scrapiana.com. May be redeemed for workshops as yet unscheduled, if preferred.
Inside Crockadoodledo
I’m free!
If you’d like Eirlys to lead a workshop or class at your crafting establishment or special event, please email eirlys@scrapiana.com for details of projects and fees.
The Big Mend
You might also want to come along to a FREE session of The Big Mend. This is a chance to sew on those stray buttons, take up that sagging hem or fix that burst zipper, but with added good company, technical guidance and encouragement. Bring any materials you think you’ll need (though basic mending materials will be available for a small fee). Sewing machines and some specialist tools will be provided. The Big Mend takes place on the last Wednesday of the month,7-9pm, with our inaugural meet-up at Crockadoodledo on 25th April 2012. All welcome!
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