Workshops
Caroline Michelle Textile Art is a community for textile enthusiasts of all levels to come together and learn about Freemotion Embroidery. As a dedicated textile artist and instructor, I have a passion for helping students develop their talents and skills while at the same time expressing their creativity. When attending one of my workshops, you’ll learn a range of techniques to create stunning embroidered patterns and designs, while also connecting with fellow textiles enthusiasts. Come join me in Cornwall to discover the world of textile art!
An Introduction to Thread Sketching with Freemotion Embroidery
Friday 21st March 2025
10am-4pm
Coast & Country Crafts
£50.00
Learn the art of thread sketching with freemotion embroidery in this class aimed at beginners. Enjoy the freedom of drawing with your machine to create your own artwork. Freemotion embroidery is a hugely versatile technique and can be developed in a loose and expressive way, rich in texture and colour with a technique known as thread sketching. During this class you will be shown how to
experiment with thread through a variety of simple practice exercises, including how to transfer images into textured stitch as well as using different colours to produce a beautifully textured artwork through various stages from an initial photograph to finished piece.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
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For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
Beginners Freemotion and Applique
Saturday 22nd March 2025
10am-4pm
Coast & Country Crafts
£50.00
Learn the art of freemotion embroidery in this class aimed at beginners. Enjoy the freedom of drawing with your machine to create your own artwork. This in-depth beginner’s class covers everything you need to know to learn this technique, from setting up your machine and what
equipment you will need, to top tips and handy advice to get the most out of this wonderfully creative technique.
This workshop is taught by Caroline Michelle who is a local textile artist
specialising in freemotion embroidery. Throughout the day you will be taught the skills and techniques required, by producing several small samples, growing in confidence as you become more skilled at the technique. Ending the day by producing a lovely piece of freemotion artwork using the raw edge applique technique. Please bring along your sewing machine, foot pedal & lead, as well as a
freemotion embroidery foot.
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For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
An introduction to freemotion embroidery
Wednesday 23rd April 2025
10am-4pm
Midsomer Quilting
£55.00
Learn the art of freemotion embroidery in this class aimed at beginners. Enjoy the freedom of drawing with your machine to create your own artwork. This in-depth beginner’s class covers everything you need to know to learn this technique, from setting up your machine and what
equipment you will need, to top tips and handy advice to get the most out of this wonderfully creative technique.
This workshop is taught by Caroline Michelle who is a local textile artist
specialising in freemotion embroidery. Throughout the day you will be taught the skills and techniques required, by producing several small samples, growing in confidence as you become more skilled at the technique. Ending the day by producing a lovely piece of freemotion artwork using the raw edge applique technique. Please bring along your sewing machine, foot pedal & lead, as well as a
freemotion embroidery foot.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
An introduction to thread sketching with freemotion embroidery
Thursday 24th April 2025
10am-4pm
Midsomer Quilting
£55.00
Learn the art of thread sketching with freemotion embroidery in this class aimed at beginners. Enjoy the freedom of drawing with your machine to create your own artwork. Freemotion embroidery is a hugely versatile technique and can be developed in a loose and expressive way, rich in texture and colour with a technique known as thread sketching. During this class you will be shown how to experiment with thread through a variety of simple practice exercises, including how to transfer images into textured stitch as well as using different colours to produce a beautifully textured artwork
through various stages from an initial photograph to finished piece.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
Textile heart making, with a choice of coastal or country design
Wednesday 30th April 2025
10am-4pm
Coast & Country Crafts
£50.00
Choose to create a beautiful Coastal textile heart or pretty summer countryside heart in this lovely follow on freemotion embroidery workshop. With full templates the process of creating your artwork is broken down into easy step by step instructions throughout the day.
This workshop is perfect for those who have some experience of freemotion embroidery or who have completed the beginners freemotion workshop previously. You will be taught all the skills needed to make the
most out of this fantastic technique and leave the workshop with the knowledge and ability to continue with your own designs in the future, bring along your own choice of fabrics to create a piece that suits your own taste, (heart measures approximately 18x23cm).
Introduction to Freemotion Embroidery
Saturday 10th May 2025
10am-4pm
Lilyboo Gifts & Crafts
£55.00
This workshop is a great opportunity to learn the art of freemotion embroidery, at a beginners level. You will enjoy the freedom of drawing with your machine to create your own artwork. This in-depth beginner’s class covers everything you need to know to learn this technique, from setting up your machine and what equipment you will need, to top tips and handy advice to get the most out of this wonderfully creative technique. Throughout the day you will be taught the skills and techniques required, by producing several small samples, growing in confidence as you become more skilled at the technique. Ending the day by producing a lovely piece of freemotion artwork using the raw edge applique technique.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
Freemotion Embroidery – Layered Pictures
Saturday 7th June 2025
10am-4pm
Lilyboo Gifts & Crafts
£47.50
Choose from three lovely layered pictures and create your very own layered raw edge applique and freemotion masterpiece. This class is ideal for those who have completed the beginners workshop or have had a go at freemotion before. Throughout the workshop you will be guided through each individual step with clear and detailed plans to build up your picture in your chosen fabrics. Nicely presented in a special ‘frame’ you can choose to add buttons and bead embellishments and a lovely ribbon to finish off your layered picture. You will be taught all the skills needed to make the most out of this fantastic technique and leave the workshop with the knowledge and ability to continue with your own designs in the future.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
3 Day Embroidery Workshop
27th.28th & 29th of June 2025
10am-4pm
Sian O'Doherty
£348.00
Enjoy the freedom of drawing with your sewing machine to create your very own textile art in this workshop focusing on the art of freemotion embroidery. This in-depth 3 day workshop covers everything you need to know to make the most out of this wonderfully creative technique. Aimed primarily at beginners but also suitable for those who have some knowledge of the technique and wish really hone their skills with a plethora of top tips and handy advice.
During day one we will be looking at the basics of setting up your machine and what equipment and materials work best, before experimenting with both freemotion and applique through a variety of small samples. You will go from simple line work, to practicing and perfecting designs by working through a selection of applique pictures. Each step helps to develop and improve your confidence as you become more skilled at the technique. You will finish the day with not only a wealth of knowledge but also a beautiful piece of freemotion artwork using the raw edge applique technique.
Day two focuses on the more versatile side of freemotion, working with dissolvable fabric and wools, we will also be looking at ‘motif making’ to add 3Dimensional depth into your work.
During day three we will be examining how to combine some of the different elements of freemotion embroidery together in one composition. Using a selection of the techniques you have tried out in the previous days you will produce a lovely ‘coastal themed’ finished embroidery hoop picture by the end of the 3 day event.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
Freemotion Embroidery – Follow on workshop -Layered Pictures-
Wednesday 23rd July 2025
10am-4pm
Midsomer Quilting
£55.00
Freemotion Embroidery – Follow on workshop -Layered Pictures on Wednesday 23rd July
Those who have done "An Introduction to Freemotion Embroidery" with Caroline in April or last year may like to join her in extending your skill in this workshop.
Choose from two lovely layered pictures and create your very own layered raw edge applique and freemotion masterpiece. This class is ideal for those who have completed the beginners workshop or have had a go at freemotion before. Throughout the workshop you will be guided through each individual step with clear and detailed plans to build up your picture in your chosen fabrics. Nicely presented in a special ‘frame’ you can choose to add buttons and bead embellishments and a lovely ribbon to finish off your layered picture. You will be taught all the skills needed to make the most out of this fantastic technique and leave the workshop with the knowledge and ability to continue with your own designs in the future. This workshop is taught by Caroline Michelle who is a textile artist specialising in freemotion embroidery.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
Freemotion Embroidery – Follow on Workshop-Textile Heart
Thursday 24th July 2025
10am-4pm
Midsomer Quilting
£55.00
Freemotion Embroidery – Follow on workshop -Layered Pictures on Wednesday 23rd July
Those who have done "An Introduction to Freemotion Embroidery" with Caroline in April or last year may like to join her in extending your skill in this workshop.
Choose from two lovely layered pictures and create your very own layered raw edge applique and freemotion masterpiece. This class is ideal for those who have completed the beginners workshop or have had a go at freemotion before. Throughout the workshop you will be guided through each individual step with clear and detailed plans to build up your picture in your chosen fabrics. Nicely presented in a special ‘frame’ you can choose to add buttons and bead embellishments and a lovely ribbon to finish off your layered picture. You will be taught all the skills needed to make the most out of this fantastic technique and leave the workshop with the knowledge and ability to continue with your own designs in the future. This workshop is taught by Caroline Michelle who is a textile artist specialising in freemotion embroidery.
For all classes please bring along your sewing machine and foot pedal as well as a suitable freemotion embroidery foot.
Beyond the basics Freemotion Embroidery and Fabric Creation – 3 Day Workshop PEMBROKESHIRE
15th 16th & 17th August 2025
3 Day Workshop
Pembrokeshire
£348.00
This immersive 3-day workshop offers a fantastic opportunity to refine your freemotion embroidery skills, leading to stunning outcomes like a beautiful three-dimensional picture. Perfect for those who already have a basic understanding of freemotion embroidery, this workshop will elevate your techniques with expert tips, hands-on practice, and plenty of guidance.
The focus will be on creating unique fabrics using a wide variety of materials, including the incredibly versatile dissolvable fabric. You’ll also learn how to bring together different elements into a cohesive composition.
