Creative Textiles

This course covers the following skills:

- Batik: Master the Indonesian art of wax-resist dyeing to create intricate patterns on fabric.
- Tie-Dye: Experiment with hand-dyeing techniques, including indigo and Japanese shibori, to produce unique variegated patterns.
- Embroidery: Learn both hand and machine embroidery to create raised and ornamental designs on various materials.
- Silk Painting: Dive into the Asian art of applying vibrant, translucent paints or dyes directly onto silk fabric.
- Felt Making: Discover how to create non-woven textiles by matting fibres together, using materials like wool, alpaca, and cashmere.
You will have the opportunity to create pictures, hats, scarves, cards or small gift items


What you will study
Skills You’ll Gain:

- Setting up materials and equipment
- Various dyeing and painting techniques
- Embroidery skills
- Finishing techniques and presentation
This course offers a wonderful opportunity to disconnect from technology and immerse yourself in the joy of handmade crafts.

The cost for materials for this course is £15 per term
close-up of a piece of stitched and embellished fabric
close-up of a piece of stitched and embellished fabric

Course information and options

8th September 2025 - 1st December 2025
Location: Greenwich Park Centre
Days: Monday
Time: 6pm-9pm
Duration: 12 weeks
Qualification: Non-accredited
Code:
Training partner: London South East Colleges
12th January 2026 - 23rd March 2026
Location: Greenwich Park Centre
Days: Monday
Time: 6pm-9pm
Duration: 10 weeks
Qualification: Non-accredited
Code:
Training partner: London South East Colleges
13th April 2026 - 29th June 2026
Location: Greenwich Park Centre
Days: Monday
Time: 6pm-9pm
Duration: 10 weeks
Qualification: Non-accredited
Code:
Training partner: London South East Colleges

Course details and enrolment

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