{"product_id":"wildwood-stitch-workshop-1st-september-2026-with-pauline-franklyn-copy","title":"Wildwood Stitch Workshop 1st September 2026 with Pauline Franklyn","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYarn Me Calm : 40 Geelong Rd, Portarlington, Victoria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuesday 1st September 2026 10.00 am - 1.00 pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have always loved Indian block prints. When I found this lovely design I thought it would be perfect to print and stitch into. I’ll be printing these onto colourful woven cottons and then you can stitch into these designs. The workshop emphasis is stitching with hand dyed wools but I will demonstrate the printing in the workshop if you want to try it at home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere will be different coloured backgrounds for you to choose from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin me for a relaxing morning of stitch and colour. I will demonstrate how to use a wooden block print and then you can choose from already printed fabric bases and get started on your stitching. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing hand dyed wool yarns learn backstitch, lazy daisy, French knots, chain stitch and fly stitch. \u003cbr\u003eChoose your colour palette from my extensive selection of hand dyed yarns. \u003cbr\u003eThis is a lovely project which can be framed or made into a pocket, needle case or decorative insert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll materials will be provided \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA little bit about Pauline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rich-text__text--medium rte-setting text-center\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am a textile artist and workshop facilitator based in Mt.Hawthorn, Western Australia, with over 20 years of experience sharing my love of fabric, colour and creative expression. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking from my welcoming home studio, I create a relaxed and supportive environment where people can step away from the pressures of daily life and immerse themselves in making. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy workshops are designed to be stress-free and accessible—no prior experience is needed, and all materials are thoughtfully provided—allowing participants the freedom to explore their creativity without worrying about outcomes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to my Perth-based studio, I regularly travel to Melbourne and Sydney to host workshops, connecting with creative communities across Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an early background in primary education and a career in fashion production, I bring both technical skill and a natural ability to guide and encourage others. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a decade of creating and selling my own textile work at Perth Upmarket, growing interest in my process led me to begin teaching, and my workshops have been inspiring makers ever since. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI balance gentle guidance with creative freedom, ensuring each participant feels comfortable and confident in their own artistic journey. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTerms and Conditions \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull payment is required prior to the start of the workshop to confirm your spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou can cancel or change dates up to 10 days prior to the workshop and receive a full refund. This ensures your spot can be made available for another interested student.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLess than 10 days prior to the workshop we will be unable to reschedule or refund the cost. You may however transfer your booking to a friend or receive store credit to the value of the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll workshops will run if there are more than three people attending. However, if there is a sole person attending, it will be cancelled, and you will be offered a full refund or to transfer to another date. This will be done at least 3 days before the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf for any reason Yarn Me Calm must cancel a workshop for any other reason you will be offered a full refund or offered to transfer to another date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarn Me Calm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48308482572502,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/9261\/5798\/files\/image03.jpg?v=1780225590","url":"https:\/\/yarnmecalm.com.au\/products\/wildwood-stitch-workshop-1st-september-2026-with-pauline-franklyn-copy","provider":"Yarn Me Calm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}