Imogen Bittner Studio

On this one-day course, the techniques of layering and stitching fabrics that I have developed will be used to build up a landscape. Learn how to use colour and texture to create depth, using a simple running stitch on either an electric or hand sewing machine. No specific sewing skills or sophisticated machines are needed for this technique but by incorporating drawing and painting, you will be sure of making original and unique work as well as learning a new approach. Please bring your own sewing machine if possible as...

Learn the techniques that I have developed and use in making my still life textile work. Make your own patterns from favourite objects that you bring along (or from objects in my collection),working with painted and printed fabrics, layered and stitched in place to create vibrant and intricate arrangements. As in my landscape courses, no specific sewing skills or sophisticated machines are necessary but please bring a machine if possible, fabrics that particularly inspire you(I will also have a good supply of fabric available) and, of course, items that you...

Based on two of my landscapes, The Tree Kits provide all the materials needed to make a complete picture whilst allowing the user to add their own touches; embroidery, hand or machine, if they wish. The step by step instructions with photographs, correspond to specific selected fabrics in the kit, which can be applied using an electric or hand sewing machine or simply by hand if preferred. Once completed, the landscape is backed using the fabric provided. I display my work framed with a mount, behind glass. This protects from...