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Let's sew with Abakhan! This is another very popular class and needs to be booked early. Although it is designed to follow on from the ‘Introduction to Overlockers’ workshop, attendance at this is not essential. However, a basic working understanding of an overlocker is required. In this class Molly will take you through more techniques you can do with your overlocker. These will include attaching elastic, gathering and making spaghetti straps and much, much more. As with the introductory workshop, Molly will provide a comprehensive handout with instructions for all the samples you make. You will go home with a folder full of samples and techniques to make so much more of your overlocker. Skill level: Basic sewing machine skills required. What to bring: If you have scraps of fabrics left over from your sewing projects, please bring them as they can be used for making your samples. The aim of this workshop is to increase you knowledge of using a variety of fabrics. So if you have these already, that will do. Many of the samples use t-shirt material, so an old t.shirt will do. But if you don’t have these 0.3 metres of light weight woven fabric 0.3 metres of t-shirt fabric 0.2 metres of fleece or jersey 0.2 metres of lace with 1 straight edge 0.2 metres of very light weight fabric, organza or chiffon, suitable of a scarf 0.3 metres of 1” elastic Janome machines will be provided on the day along with a hot drink. You will also receive a 10% discount card to use in-store. For FAQ's please visit here Tutor : Molly Brown I have delivered workshops with Abakhan since 2017, but experimented, played and worked with textiles since childhood. This interest has remained an important part of my life, from making Christmas presents on my Nana’s old treadle machine; to teaching multiple skills at the Knitting & Stitching Shows, as well as Festival of Quilts. After a 35 year career as an Occupational Therapist in the NHS, I changed direction in 2016 and focused more on teaching skills to others and working on my own projects. I have mastered a wide repertoire of skills in both Knitting and Sewing. I teach a wide range of knitting techniques, from Entrelac to Magic Loop. But sewing is where my strongest passion lies. The back bone of this is in making clothes. However, I have a keen interest in exploring the variety of ways to embellish fabrics, especially by Shisha, free motion embroidery and Quilting. It might look like these are all just different tangled threads, but my aim is to bring it all together into a beautiful fabric of coherent and unique wearable art. Information Source: Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby & Home | eventbrite

Patchwork at Abakhan! Have you ever looked at a beautifully patterned quilt, a charmingly decorated tote bag, or a uniquepiece of clothing and thought, "I wish I could make that?" Now you can! Welcome to the wonderful world of appliqué! Appliqué is a fantastic technique where pieces of fabric are sewn onto a larger background fabric tocreate pictures, patterns, or decorative designs. It’s perfect for adding personality to your sewingprojects, and the best part? No prior experience is needed! Our beginner's course is designed to guideyou step-by-step from curious novice to confident appliqué artist. What Appliqué Methods and skills will you Learn? We will demystify the most popular and beginner-friendly appliqué methods, giving you the skills tochoose the right technique for any project: 1. Raw Edge Appliqué 2. Decorative stitch Applique 3. Satin stitch Applique 4. Needle turn applique 5. Using Fusible web and fabric glue 6. Fabric preparation 7. Accurate cutting and placement 8. Design confidence Create samples that you can easily turn into a cushion cover, mini quilt mug rug or tote bag. Fullinstructions will be provided.Are you ready to start your creative journey? What to bring: Double sided fusible web no more than a metre Selection of fabrics pieces or a 6 pack of fat quarters 1metre of calico or plain fabric Selection of machine embroidery threads to match or contrast with your fabrics Janome sewing machines will be provided on the day along with a hot drink. You will also receive a 10% discount card to use in-store. For FAQ's please visit here Tutor: Carolyn Buxton I was lucky to be born into a creative family and I have sewn all my life. My passion for patchwork and quilting began in early 2000 when my mother introduced me to a wonderful book Learning to Quilt: A Beginner's Guide by Lori Yetmar Smith, ISBN: 978-1574867206 and we both worked through the 25 lessons in it. We were hooked and I have carried on my learning attending workshops with wonderful quilting masters from around the world. During the week I work in a local college teaching adults academic and computer skills and it is here where I achieved my teaching qualifications. I am passionate about education, patchwork and fabric collecting! There is nothing quite like creating something to bring about mindful peace, happiness and a sense of achievement, especially if it involves learning new skills. This to me is pure joy only improved when passing on these skills to others. In 2015, I achieved one of my dreams and began teaching patchwork and quilting at Abakhan, where I have met and helped a lot of lovely people to start their patchwork journey. Hard to believe that patchwork takes a lovely piece of fabric, cuts it into pieces and sews it back together to form a beautiful piece of art to be loved and cherished for years to come. Patchwork has been around for centuries and began as a way of using up scraps of fabric to create a warm blanket, the quilting is purely to hold the stuffing which was originally horsehair between two layers of fabric in place. Over time the scraps have become wonderful geometric patterns that can be truly astounding, and the quilting has become an artform all of its own which can be simple lines or beautiful drawings in thread, and all can take your quilt to the next level. Working in my sewing room with fabric, designing and making quilts is my ultimate happy place, so please come and join me for an adventure of a lifetime, but be warned patchwork is addictive but the side effects are warmth, laughter and fun. In patchwork and quilting we try to stick to 100% cotton fabrics and preferably of the same weight. I tend to use only 100% Craft Cotton, the reason we do this is that when we wash the finished quilt, the fabrics should hopefully all shrink and behave the same, it can ruin a quilt if one fabric shrinks and the others do not. It is also a good idea to carry out a colour test on your fabrics if you can, before you sew them up. Some cotton fabrics may ‘bleed’ into other fabrics and again this could ruin your quilt. A colour test is easily done: heat the water to your normal washing temperature ie. 30 degrees and add detergent. Place in a transparent container, place a 2 inch square of fabric into the mixture and leave it for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes place the container over a piece of white paper to check if the water is discoloured. In patchwork we try to avoid large printed fabrics because when they are cut the effect will be lost. However this is not always the case, and it may be the effect you're looking for! Or you may wish to “fussy cut” the fabric. This is where you cut a shape from the fabric to isolate part of the printed design. This can be wasteful of the fabric, but can have some stunning results in your quilt. Choosing colours for your quilt is what people find the most difficult part and there are numerous workshops on matching colours, & tones on YouTube, here is one I found: ( https://youtu.be/sZHaS8ST1SU ). A good investment is a colour wheel to see who colours work together. A quick and easy method can be to purchase a bundle of fat quarters where the fabrics have been put together for you. Although this can be an expensive way to purchase fabric in the long run, it can help if you're struggling. When I refer to light fabrics, I mean your pastel tones, whites and creams. Medium fabrics are the brights and dull shades that are mixed with grey or a little white. They sit in the middle of the colour wheel Darks are the colours that are almost blacks on the colour wheel, Navy, Dark browns, Deep Reds, Deep Yellows and Deep Oranges etc. A good tip when selecting colours, lay them out and take a photo either in black and white or change the photo to black and white. Then you will only see the tone of the colours and this will look very different. If you are looking at colours and they don't go together and you are unable to see why. Check the tone and you may find that the tones are all the same and they need to be mixed up too. Don't panic though, stick with colours you love and have fun. Working with colour is a skill and it will improve the more you do it. Remember there are no quilting police and if you love it then that's all that matters. Information Source: Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby & Home | eventbrite

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Don’t miss this opportunity to network with small business leaders, share your expertise, and be part of a community dedicated to success! Join INSPIREsmall.biz , TTR Networking , Whiteboard Learning, Rotary District 6560 and Indiana Filmmakers Network for the 4th Annual Race to Support Small Business , a dynamic networking event that blends fun, connections, and opportunities to grow your business! This signature event typically attracts professionals from a wide range of industries, creating a relaxed and engaging atmosphere where meaningful connections flourish. Whether you're seeking new referrals, exploring partnerships, or simply looking to expand your professional circle, this is the perfect setting to make it happen. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with small business leaders, share your expertise, and be part of a community dedicated to fostering success. Presented by Office Evolution Information Source: INSPIREsmall.biz | eventbrite

Join us at the Chester & North Wales Business Show for a day of networking and learning! Hashtag Events are delighted to welcome you to the Chester & North Wales Business Show 2026 Get full event details and information about speakers, sessions and exhibiting at https://www.hashtagevents.co.uk/business-shows/chester-business-show/ We're passionate about delivering an awesome day for businesses of all kinds across the region and beyond. It is FREE to attend the event. There are around 60 companies exhibiting and with a packed programme of 8 fantastic seminars and workshops, networking events and a huge exhibition to browse there are opportunities galore for attendees and exhibitors. Our venue offers you easy access, convenient parking and everything under one roof. We’re committed to excellence so if you have any questions please drop us a line anytime. See you soon ! Hashtag Events About Hashtag Events Whether you’re coming along for the first time or you’re a seasoned pro and attending all of our events, welcome! Hashtag Events are one of the UK and Ireland’s largest business event organisers. We deliver around 20 live face to face business shows a year and a similar number of virtual events. We welcome around 12,000 unique attendees a year to our shows and over 1,600 companies have exhibited with us so far. Our sponsors (check them out), exhibitors, speakers, delegates, followers and our team are all essential ingredients to delivering you a great day. If you visit, say hi and introduce yourself and have an awesome event. What should I expect? The show features everything you might need for a great day of business. There’s an awesome array of things to do and people to meet. It’s no exaggeration to say that we welcome businesses from all industries and sizes. We encourage sole traders who are just setting out on their business adventure, right up to the biggest business in the world. (You might guess who they are…A to Z covers what they do) Tickets are free so register today. 1-2-1 Networking With 13 years of experience in networking and events, we know how to connect people. Unlike some events, our networking sessions are free to attend all day. We connect you with the kind of in-person connections that make your business tick. With 82% of our delegates being decision-makers, you know you’re in the right company. If you’re brand new to the world of business, don’t stress. Every show features an awesome “how-to” guide to networking from some of the very best in the business. Keynotes and Seminars From world class business leaders to award winning authors, sporting heroes to captains of industry; we bring you the most insightful and inspiring speakers. We don’t loose sight of our roots and a small business either. We bring the best local experts to each event and keep you connected at every level. Meet the speakers, grab a coffee, it’s access all areas with our business speakers and presenters. The added value from our events When you become part of the Hashtag Events family we deliver so much more than just an event. Connect with over 20,000 other social media friends on LinkedIn for brilliant opportunities, download the event app and reach out to old contacts and new connections and get unbeatable deals on software, services and who knows what with our partner deals. Information Source: Hashtag Events | eventbrite

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Spend a relaxing day painting with us at Attenborough Nature Centre led by artist Anjana Cawdell. Spend a relaxing day painting at Attenborough Nature Centre led by Anjana Cawdell. Anjana is a nature inspired watercolour artist based in Nottingham, who loves to paint in a loose, impressionistic style. The workshop is designed to get you excited about the wonderful medium of watercolour in a small group setting of up to 8, enabling you to appreciate the mindfulness aspect of the practice and equip you with lots of valuable tips to help you with your future paintings. This workshop will focus on the beautiful array of invertebrates that reside in Attenborough Nature Reserve. The session will start with a brief introduction to materials and exercises focused on familiarising yourself with the medium of watercolour and practising brush control. Anjana will then discuss how to analyse a subject, note how a particular invertebrate is seen to behave in nature, and how to depict these elements in a successful composition. Anjana will demonstrate how she would approach painting a subject, followed by you creating your own version with personal tuition available throughout. We will provide everything you need including paints, brushes and watercolour paper. The workshop includes lunch and refreshments based in the conference room with beautiful views across the water. All our food is made fresh on the premises using locally sourced ingredients where possible. Our cakes and sweet treats are supplied by two independent, local businesses – Beeston Brownies and Homemade Café. Participants of all abilities are welcome and no previous experience is required. With 48hrs notice, we can cater for most dietary and allergy needs. Please get in touch using the contact form if you have any questions or to inform us of any specific requirements/requests. Information Source: Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust | eventbrite

This one-day event brings together a diverse lineup of indie and hybrid authors across genres—from romance and fantasy to thrillers. Please be advised: Indy Author Event features a wide range of genres—including many types of romance—from sweet and wholesome to steamy and taboo. It's very likely that some table displays, swag, book covers, and banners will include sexual content or imagery. Attending Authors *SUBJECT TO CHANGE* A. Gorman A.D. Ellis Aidy Award AJ Humphreys Aleatha Romig Alex Grayson Alyvia Paige Amy Award Amy Marie Ann Marie Walker Anne Storm April Decton Ariel Marie Ariella Talix Ashlyn Harmon Ava Cuvay Avelyn Paige B.T. Litell Becca Kabelis Brianna Flores Brie Maddox C.J. Baty Catherine Marcum Christine Michelle Christy Pastore Cindy Tanner CM Smith D Williams D.M. Earl Donna R Madden Dr. Sarah Monday E.K. Hart Elena M. Reyes Elise Gedicke Emma Lynn Ellis GM Scherbert Harlee Jordan J. Wine J.R. Froemling Jaime Russell James Michael Jena Wade Jennifer Laslie Jessa Aarons Jessica M. Butler Jillian David Julie DeFisher K Cardella K.I. Lynn K.L. Ramsey Kate Rudolph Kenzie Michaels Kimber Grey KL Montgomery LaLa Montgomery Lanee Lane Lauren Helms Lisette Blythe M. Jayne Maggie McAlister Magnolia Montgomery Melanie Jayne Melissa Filla Miranda May Mirrah McGee Molly Daniels N. Thompson N.A. Jameson Nan Reinhardt Natalie Arthur Nikki Landis Penny Anglene Peyton Banks Phoebe Alexander R Sullins Rochelle Bradley S. Cinders Samantha Moran Sandra Sookoo Sara Whitney Sasha McCallen Skye Malone Stephanie Ayers Stephanie Renee Stephanie West Sutton Bishop Sylvie Stewart Tericka Black Attending Models *SUBJECT TO CHANGE* ​ Attending Vendors *SUBJECT TO CHANGE* 2 Chicks and A Book Elf & Elements Oddities Garden of Eden Tattoos Gray Cat Handmade Crafts Kat's Bookish Kreations M&L Customs Rose Romance Bookstore Seraphina Shay's Beaded Pens and More The Crafty Bookstore Information Source: Indy Author Event | eventbrite

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