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Workshop - Thursday, 7th May, 2015 At Perdiswell

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WORKSHOP - THURSDAY, 7th May, 2015 AT PERDISWELL YOUNG PEOPLE’S LEISURE CLUB, WR3 7SN CUTTING FUSING AND MANIPULATING FABRICS - Margaret Beal This workshop is full of ideas for using the fine tipped soldering iron on synthetic fabrics. After a brief recap on the three basic techniques of cutting, fusing and mark-making, we shall then expand on various new ways of using them. Some of the methods are easier than others and depending on the fabrics used there will be a certain amount of trial and error involved. Needless to say, the day will be relaxing and fun. List of requirements A very fine tipped soldering iron 240 volts 18-24 watts. See below. Medium size terracotta flower pot with a drainage hole in the bottom. This is used as a soldering iron stand (the tip of the iron sits in the hole) Piece of glass about A4 size, edges covered with masking tape. Mains extension lead (please try to bring one) Face mask, if you are worried about the possibility of breathing in harmful fumes from melting fabric. Fabric scissors (large ones) Nylon organza. See below. Any very lightweight synthetic fabrics (or charity shop polyester scarves) you would like to try using. A smooth edged metal ruler. A piece of fine wire wool (grade 0000) to clean the tip of the soldering iron Any flat metal templates you would like to try using. Fabrics I will bring a variety of fabrics ready cut for use on the day at a cost of £3.50 per person; these will be available for those who wish to use them. Soldering iron The tip should be very fine (I use a 00.12 mm tip) I have 12 soldering irons to borrow for those who do not have their own. On sale on day of workshop Soldering irons price £23.50 Vilene, Evalon, Sizoflor