Create a unique mixed-media artwork by combining paper collage and photo embroidery. Using photographs, vintage papers and thread, you’ll learn simple collage and stitching techniques in a relaxed, creative workshop and leave with a beautifully personalised piece.

Course Outline:

• What is collage and photo embroidery?
• Inspiration -Overview of materials
• Overview of basic collage and embroidery stitches
• Choosing materials and a palette
• Assemble and create a one-of-a-kind collage

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand principles of collage
• Gain confidence in basic stitching
• Create a one-of-a-kind collage you can frame
• Experience the joy of community creating and mindfulness

What to bring:

• A selection of 4x6 black and white portrait or landscape photos
• Sewing needles -Paper and embroidery scissors
• Glue stick
• Pins
• Optional: Other embellishments you would like to use in your project

About the Tutor:

'I’m Marie of The Makers Republic, a mixed media and collage artist with over 20 years of experience and a lifelong love of making. I work with paper, fabric, embroidery, paint, and more—blending textures, layers, and techniques to create pieces that are rich in colour and detail.

My creative process is rooted in play and experimentation. I love giving myself permission to explore, to follow my intuition, and to make without overthinking. I’m especially drawn to materials that might otherwise be thrown away—old papers, scraps of fabric, worn-out packaging—and finding new life and beauty in them through upcycling and collage.
Making, for me, is a way to connect—with myself, with materials, and with others. I’m passionate about bringing people together to share stories, spark ideas, and create in the community.'

Other Information:

• To ensure resources are ready for you at the start of your course, we ask you ideally enrol at least one week before the course commences.
• All courses need a minimum number of students to run ("we try our hardest to get those") . If your course does not have enough students it will be cancelled before the commencement and you will be informed.