Soft Sculpture: Zaftig Fire Fairy Workshop
This is a two-class soft sculpture workshop that will take place on June 20 and 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What is soft sculpture? There are many ways to do it, but as an introduction I will be teaching the techniques of tracing/sewing (on a machine), stuffing and decorating a cloth doll made from a commercial pattern. I will also bring several books from my library and photos of some of my creations to show off the world of ‘art dolls.’ Hopefully this will inspire others to pursue this fun art.
I will bring two sewing machines, but it would be helpful if participants could bring their own.
Machines need to only be able to do a small straight stitch. If you have a Singer featherweight….they are perfect!
Participants are asked to bring a fat quarter (18 X 22.5″) of fabric and thread to match. Sturdy quilting cotton is fine. The sample is made from synthetic molecloth. The artist recommends hand dyed fabric.
Supplies Fee: $20 ~ The kit will include a pattern (https://www.fabric-chicks.com/shop/Dolls-and-Crafts/elinor-peace-bailey-Dolls/p/epb-Zaftig.htm)
Stuffing
Fusible Interfacing
Button Thread
Fray Check
Some novelty fiber and or wire ribbon.
#7 Darner
Colorful mohair or feathers for ‘hair.’
Instructor: Saragrace Knauf
I was born, second of three children, to a family of modest means. Both my parents (now deceased) worked in the theatrical arts. My father was a director, dramaturg, and actor. My mother was both an actor and director. I, wanting to avoid the academic life and poverty, steered as far from the theater as I could. I am retired from commercial nuclear power, where I worked as a mechanical engineer. I married my second husband when I was thirty-four. No kids, lots of animals. My hobbies include historic costuming, gardening (horsebackriding-not anymore!), an’ dollin’ (softsculpture and needlefelting).
Please RSVP so that we can plan for enough supplies. If your plans change after registering, please let us know if you cannot attend so we may offer the space to another. You will also have an option to make a donation to support continued free arts programming for Kamiah and beyond. You can bypass this option by just hitting “Continue”. You will be able to put in the names of everyone in your group and you will also receive email confirmation of your registration and event reminders.
Thank you in advance for being on time. We look forward to seeing you in the studio!