An Introduction to Simple Printmaking Techniques Workshop Info:

An introduction to simple printmaking techniques To Book a place on this workshop click here: Thursday 7th July

 
Date: Thursday 7th July
Time: 2.30pm to 5.30pm (three hours)
Level: All Levels
Teacher: Zeena Shah
Price: £33
Maximum Class Size: 8 people

Practice the art of printmaking by Zeena.
You will learn block printing techniques as well as create your own lino cut stamp to make a range of personalised stationary, from cards and envelopes to gift tags and notebooks.
All materials will be provided, no experience required.
About Zeena: I am a textile designer from little old London.  I like cutting, printing, birdies, collecting, drawing, sticking, hearts and making printed treats!
http://www.zeenashah.com/

Owl Making Workshop Details:

Owl Making Workshop. To book a place on this workshop click here: Thursday 7th July 

 
Date: Thursday 7th July
Time: 11.00am to 1.30pm (two and a half hours)
Level: All Levels
Teacher: Zeena Shah
Price: £20
Maximum Class Size: 10 people
Make you own little owl softie!

Learn the simple art of printing, lots of sewing skills and create your very owl little owl. Personalise your owlie, stitch him and stuff him, then take him home and show him off!
About Zeena: I am a textile designer from little old London.  I like cutting, printing, birdies, collecting, drawing, sticking, hearts and making printed treats!
http://www.zeenashah.com/

Heart Zeena Designer Feature:

About Heart Zeena:

I am a textile designer from little old london and i love cutting, sticking, printing, collecting, knitting, sewing and making. i graduated with a degree in printed textile design from chelsea college of art and design in 2007 and have since been working for other lovely designers before deciding to design and make my own heart zeena collection of printed treats!

Inspirations:

I am inspired by everything from a squashed old leaf on the ground to a car boot sale treasure but especially by my collections as I love to hoard all sorts of rubbish and will soon run out of space to keep everything in!

Best Sellers:

An owl called Clive is super popular at the moment! he just keeps flying out! but I’ll have lots for the fair so don’t worry!

We Make Christmas:

I will have a selection of my hand screen printed treats including a cushion called Audrey apple, my favourite little owl called clive, some cards called bob and a leaf called larry. I will also be bringing along some limited edition paper cut prints and cards.

Websites:

www.zeenashah.com

www.zeenashah.blogspot.com

www.heartzeena.etsy.com

www.folksy.com/shops/heartzeena

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Gift Guide: Homewares

Gift Guide Written by Tracy Brown from White Lily Green

I'm so excited to have found so many talented Designers of homeware items exhibiting in the We Make Summer Fair. I think I enjoy seeking out original finishing touches for my house more than I enjoy looking for accessories or clothes! There's something rather gratifying about furnishing your home and making it a part of you.

Here are some of my favourites from the exhibiting Designers.


Belle & Boo:



Cushion - My Favourite Spot in Spring
Belle & Boos range of hand-finished cushions caught my eye straight away. This one is my favourite. The colour is gorgeous and I adore the print. It would look amazing in a nursery. Nursery décor is very much a personal thing, and I love the idea of having something thats not off the peg. Belle & Boo is one of my favourite Designers at the moment, so check out other ranges such as art prints, paper goods and clothing.

Charlotte Macey:




Charlotte Macey hand produces really quirky illustrated textile items and I love them all. Her work makes me think of sunny cottages. I adore the egg cosies, they are so cute! I would be hard pushed to choose one design, so the set of 4 would be perfect! I can just imagine being brought breakfast in bed with one of these cuties keeping my boiled eggs warm :)

Heart Zeena:





Kitchens shouldn't be neglected when it comes to finishing touches. I really like having lovely tea towels in my kitchen, and these are just adorable. The are hand screen printed and 100% cotton. They also have their own ribbon tags to hang them up!

Polka Dots and Bloom:






Polka Dots and Bloom make such beautiful decorative vintage items. My absolute favourites are their Reversible Vintage Linen Storage Basket/Bags. They are not only gorgeous, but a really lovely and useful storage idea. They are ideal for storing pretty much anything, and I can imagine even my unruly crafting clutter looking pretty in one of these. They would look great on a dresser or even on the floor. Just stunning. These baskets come with some history as the fabrics used date back 60 -100 years. Seems to make them even more special :)


Woozy:



Woozy create the most amazing wall stickers I have ever seen. You can transform an entire room with these stunning vinyl images. They describe their work as 'fresh and innovative' and I have to agree. Their designs are contemporary and offer an exciting alternative to conventional decoration.
My favourite is the Orchid. A bold statement.

Heart Zeena Designer Feature:

About Heart Zeena:

I am a textile designer from little old london and i love cutting, sticking, printing, collecting, knitting, sewing and making. i graduated with a degree in printed textile design from chelsea college of art and design in 2007 and have since been working for other lovely designers before deciding to design and make my own heart zeena collection of printed treats!

Inspirations:

I am inspired by everything from a squashed old leaf on the ground to a car boot sale treasure but especially by my collections as I love to hoard all sorts of rubbish and will soon run out of space to keep everything in!

Best Sellers:

A cushion called fred is everyone’s favourite heart zeena treat, he was also my very first doodle! I heart birdies and hearts! I wanted to make him just as interesting on the back too with my little crosses screen print and vintage button closure he is super cute!

We Make Summer Fair:

I will have a selection of my hand screen printed treats including a new cushion called clive my favourite little owl, some cards called bob and an apple a day called Audrey. I will also be bringing along some limited edition prints and items from my new patchwork collection that is on the way very soon!

Websites:

you can find out more about me and my printed treats here…

www.heartzeena.blogspot.com

www.heartzeena.etsy.com

www.folksy.com/shops/heartzeena