*NEW* Mondays 5th, 12th, 19th  & 26th March 2012, £64.
The aim of these four workshops with Isabel Dibden Wright is for you to see the creative potential of your sewing machine, enabling you to use a range of exciting stitch methods. you will create a library of samples that you can then use in future projects. Even a basic sewing machine has tremendous potential!There will be demonstrations, followed by time for you to learn the methods to experiment with and develop at home. Some of the techniques to be covered will be: appliqué, cutwork, decorative facings, free machine embroidery methods, layering, tucks, pulled work, using shirring elastic. Fabrics and materials will be supplied. You will need to bring your sewing machine. www.isabeldibdenwright.co.uk

Paper making Saturday 25th February 2012, 10.30-2pm £26.00 
Maggie Holland will take you through the process of paper making to produce exquisite paper art. You will make decorative papers which you can use in your projects for embroidery, pictures, collage, crafts and book making. Explore this wonderful craft using a lovely variety of materials. 
Beetle Felt Studio is a well equipped studio, custom built for you. So what are you waiting for? Come and join in the fun and choose from a wide range of workshops, from stained glass to papermaking and felt jewellery to rag rugging. The workshops are taught by expert tutors who are passionate about their craft and glad to share their skills. You are sure to receive a warm welcome and get plenty of attention as the groups are kept small.
 
Textile workshops run every Saturday & Sunday and Wednesday Weaving Workshops run from 7-9pm every week. Pay online and you will receive confirmation of your booking. For more details take a look at www.beetlefelt.co.uk  Please feel free to contact us for more details - 0161 881 6309 or 0777 240 9308  beetlefelt@googlemail.com

Craft Studio every Tuesday 4.30-6pm £10

Have fun with your kids at these family orientated workshops, designed to inspire you and your children. Workshops include sock monsters, finger puppets, bead making, button bracelets and gift boxes. As featured in The Big Issue list of top twenty fun days out for the family. http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_craft_studio.html

Why not learn the art of weaving and join us on the Wednesday Weaving Workshops from 7-9pm. Book onto a series of four workshops costing just £52, to gain a more in depth knowledge of weaving. 

http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_weaving_eve.html   
Spinning with Dee Sayce Sunday 19th May 2012, 10.30-1.30, £28. Now here is a treat you have the opportunity to create your own threads to use for embroidery, knitting and crochet. Dee will show you how to ply yarn, combine colours and add texture to your yarn. http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_spinning.html
Introduction to Felt Making Sunday 11th March 2012, 10.30-1.30, £26.00.
 
You will learn how to incorporate materials, threads and net into your felt to create a textured finished picture. You will also have the chance to experiment with colours and shapes. A wide range of the best quality merino coloured fleece, pre-felt, fabrics, feathers and yarn will be available for you to use during the workshop. Bring along an image of your choice for inspiration. Beginners welcome.
http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_felt_pics.html
Natural Dyeing 
Sunday 24th March 2012  10.30-2pm Cost £26.00
The aim of this workshop is to inspire confidence for those new to natural dyeing and to share information with those already familiar with the processes.You will learn techniques of natural dying using berries and kitchen waste and we will use mordants to extend the variety of colours. Bring a packed lunch as we will stop for a break. http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_dyeing.html
Spiral Bead Bracelet 
Next date to be arranged in 2012 £28.00 You will learn how to make marbled felt balls and spiral beads to use in necklaces, bracelets and earings. A wide range of coloured fleece, fabrics, feathers, beads, sequins, leather thong and jewellery findings will be available for you to use during the workshop Cost includes all materials, equipment and refreshments. http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_jewellery.html
Patchwork Quilting 4 sessions Mondays next date to be arranged 7-9pm, £64.

Experienced and talented tutor Lisa will introduce you to quilting techniques such as Suffolk Puffs, Cathedral window, log cabin and traditional pieced patchwork. Do bring along your own fabrics, ribbons, buttons and threads too so that your patchwork will be more personal to you. The more materials you bring the better, but materials and equipment are provided as are threads, fabric scraps, buttons and ribbons. Refreshments and cake are provided.

http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_patchwork.html 

Seamless purse  Saturday 7th April 2012, 10.30-1.30pm, £28.00.
 
Using a range of colourful fleece you will learn how to make a purse which has no stitched seams. You will learn how to incorporate threads and fabrics into the felt to embellish your purse. http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_seamless_purse.html
Rag Rugging Saturday 7th July 2012 10.30-1.30, £28.  Design and make a mini rug so that you learn the techniques involved to make your own full sized rug.  http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_rag_rug.html
Baby Booties Sunday 4th March 2012 10.30-2pm, £32.00.
 
So cute you will want to make more. Once you have mastered how to make booties you will be able to make yourself some cosy slippers too. Bring a packed lunch as we will stop for a break.
Nuno Scarf Sunday 10th June 10.30-2.30, £32.

Learn the technique of felting the fleece into fabric. Using the cotton fabric provided and the finest quality merino fleece you will design and make a scarf. This is a fantastic method which you can use to great effect to create an incredible texture and unusual fabric. Bring a packed lunch.
http://www.beetlefelt.co.uk/workshop_nuno_scarf.html