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31 March 2022
In this fantastic little workshop, Sallieann Harrison will demonstrate the basics of making a cotton rope basket from starting the coil, to creating the shape and finishing the basket.
- 1.5 hours of tuition from Sallieann Harrison
- Simple joining via zoom
- Enjoy crafting with a small group of stitchers
- Comprehensive 12-page workshop notes in full colour with photos and links to the products shown in the demonstration
- Access to the workshop recording after the event
In this workshop Sallieann will demonstrate the basics of making a cotton rope basket from starting the coil to creating the shape and finishing the basket. The workshop will also cover:
- Sourcing and selecting rope, needles, threads and fabric that lend themselves well to the production process
- Dealing with sewing machine set up, stitch size, foot choice, throat plates and clearance issues
- Basket hardware – screws. Rivets and leather tabs
- Brief discussion around creating bags and handles in rope (other samples shared)
- Dyeing rope, variegated thread – more samples shared
- Wrapping rope with fabric
You are welcome to sew along, or you may just prefer to make notes and relax with a drink!
You will need:
- 20 metres of 5.5mm cotton clothesline
- 0.5 metres of fabric
- 2” square of leather for the tab
- Chicago Screw 12mm
- Thread of your choice
- General sewing kit and sewing machine with open toe foot
Alternatively, you can pre-order a kit in either pink or blue Liberty fabrics directly from sallie@sallieannquilts.com for a cost of approx. £40
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