Monoprint & Mixed Media on Fabric - Threads 2025

In this workshop you will make prints that can be displayed as artworks in their own right, or used as a basis for other projects, such as embroidery, mixed media pieces, or journalling, and you will leave with a stash of prints. Impressive results are easily achievable with this quick and simple process, and there is no requirement to be able to draw as a variety of options can be incorporated.

Natural, botanical, and abstract themes will be explored, especially as botanical themes provide great scope for making organic shapes within print making, without the need for perfection.

Full step by step tuition is provided in this workshop where we will first create multiple printed backgrounds on natural fabrics with acrylic paint. Then we will select areas of print to enhance with watercolour paint, embroidery, and embellishments. The methods selected will be tailored to your prints, and guidance will be given as to how to enhance your work, or you will have free rein to be as creative as you like.

We will also discuss uses for your panels, and how to take them into a project following this workshop. The project involves a few simple stitches, and is suitable for beginners as Victoria will guide you through the steps. It is also suitable for advanced stitchers as it is possible to be creative with the printing and embroidery.

The embroidered panel can be framed as art, or as a wall hanging, or applied to a number of objects and you will receive sufficient materials to continue to stitch your pieces at home if you wish.

Kit Contents: All materials are included, and some to take away with you: -

- Organic cotton & bamboo fabric panels.

- Pure linen fabric panels.

- Calico fabric panels

- Stranded cotton embroidery threads-

- Watercolour paint set with brush.

- Beads and embellishments.

- John James embroidery needles.

All other materials that you will need will be for use within the workshop, and you will have your kit to take home to finish the project.

This workshop is suitable for children over the age of 12, accompanied by an adult.

Artist bio:

Victoria Merness of Little House of Victoria is a qualified teacher, artist and designer/maker. Victoria holds an M.A. in Contemporary Fine Art, and specialises in contemporary embroidery, textile art, and painting, and works from her studio in a big old cotton mill in Mossley, near Manchester.

Victoria’s workshops have an emphasis on using the finest quality materials, making it easy for beginners to achieve pleasing results. Her workshops are suitable for absolute beginners, and all of the steps are demonstrated. The workshops are also suitable for more advanced stitchers and crafters, who will gain insight into Victoria’s unique way of stitching and pattern design.

About our Threads Textile Festival

This workshop is taking place as part of Sunny Bank Mills' annual celebration of the art of textiles; featuring a series of workshops, new exhibitions, talks and Textile fair. This year’s Threads Festival will take place across the site of Sunny Bank Mills on Saturday 17th – Sunday 18th May.

Find out more about our Threads Textile Festival weekend on our website.

See the full Threads Textile Festival workshop collection.

About the venue

Sunny Bank Mills is an inspirational cultural destination in the heart of the local community of Farsley, Leeds. Founded in 1829, these glorious Mills are being regenerated by the sixth generation of the family owners, creating a wonderful blend of work, leisure and culture.

Course terms and booking conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until 7 days before the scheduled start date. As materials and equipment are ordered in advance, we regret that refunds cannot be offered less than 7 days before the workshop date. Please note that Eventbrite’s booking fee is non-refundable. If we need to cancel the course for any reason your ticket will be fully refunded.

Accessibility

The venue of this workshop is on the 3rd floor of the 1912 Mill, which is accessed via three flights of stairs or a wheelchair accessible lift.

There are accessible toilets on the ground and 2nd floor of the venue. We will have attendants on hand to offer assistance throughout the day. If you have any queries prior to your booking, please email natalie@sunnybankmills.co.uk.