Please NOTE** All in person workshops and meet-ups are currently on hold. We have started virtual Meet-Ups by invitation, members only. A Zoom invitation is sent to MEMBERS before each event, just click on the link to join the meeting.
February Workshop
Thursday, Feb. 4th early evening and Saturday, Feb 6th afternoon Monoprinting without a Press with Ana Buzzalino Registration open
Saturday, February 20, 2021 - 12:00 - 4:00 pm Our next meetup is a Studio Day, scheduled for Saturday, February 20th from noon to 4:00 pm. Join us, via Zoom, for an afternoon of sharing and creative encouragement. We will have updates on TFAM happenings, a show and share of member work, a few demos and critiques, and lots of opportunity to connect with your fibre friends while in the safety and comfort of your home studio. Plan to join us and share anything you’re working on, whether it's an entry for our newest exhibit, Shifting Perspective, a gift for family or friends, or a desperate stab at reducing your stash. Mark your calendar now, and watch for the Zoom invite about a week before this event.
March is 'All About Beadwork' Two events focused on beading in fibre art. The events will include a lecture/presentation by American fibre artist Lisa Binkley, and a two part beading workshop with Australian textile artist Lisa Walton.
March 16 - 6 - 8 pmVirtual Meetup and Lecture
“Bead Embellishment Design on Quilts” - a presentation by American fibre artist Lisa Binkley
This one-hour presentation focuses on the wide variety of approaches quilt makers can take to planning bead embellishment designs for their quilts. During the talk, participants will see many images of different approaches to bead-work design, and Lisa will discuss design principles including value, contrast, balance, density, and line work. Participants will also leave with information about bead and thread selection, beading needles, and stabilizer use for securing their beaded handwork. website: lisabinkley.typepad.com
This presentation is free and open to TFAM members. It is sponsored by the Manitoba Craft Council and is also open to MCC members.
Tuesdays, March 23 and 30, 2021 6:30-9:30 pm
Two part Virtual Beading Embellishment Workshop with Lisa Walton
Website: https://lisawaltonartist.com/workshops/ Lisa Walton quilt stories: https://www.youtube.com/c/LisaWaltonArtist/featured Max 24 students at $40 each. Supply list available at registration. Beading Embellishment This workshop will teach the basics of bead embroidery and variations including attaching cabochons. This is a two day workshop and is suitable for all skill levels.