Invite Only – Part of Project Neighborly.
This class is intended for parent/caregiver and children aged nine and up who are comfortable with basic hand sewing skills, although sewing is not required, and alternative techniques will also be taught.
Students will get the opportunity to select an emotion word and create an “Emotion Critter” out of fabric and other materials using simple stitches and other techniques to reflect the chosen emotion.
Students will learn vocabulary about emotions, texture, and color. This information will be used to select a piece of fabric with a texture and/or color that represents a particular emotion to them. A bumpy fabric could represent uncertainty, while a shiny fabric could represent ambition. Different colors can also represent different emotions. For example, a fabric representing joy might be made of bright colors. A fabric showing “mad” might have a red or smoky print. With the selected piece of fabric as the base, students will create an “Emotion Critter” that enhances and represents the chosen emotion. Students will cut out front and back shapes from fabric, pin with safety pins, stitch, and fill. An alternate option to stitching is tying longer pieces of fabric together or gluing. Ribbon and other materials will be added to the sides while a face can be stitched or glued on with fabric glue.
Additionally, a little sign with the selected emotion can be added.
Medium: Fiber/Fabric Arts
Materials Provided: Fabric, ribbon, cotton, buttons, needles, and thread.
Materials to Bring: Please feel free to bring a favorite fabric piece if you are okay with using it on the project. Water bottle and nut-free snack if desired.
Workshop is limited to 21 participants
Artist: Rachel Potter
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