Craft Your Own Cushion Masterpiece
Learn the Art of Cushion Making from Design to Execution
Course Summary
This course provides hands-on training in creating beautiful round smocked cushions, ideal for adding a decorative touch to any home. Participants will learn fundamental smocking techniques, including fabric preparation, pleating, and creating intricate patterns, leading to a polished cushion design. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike, this course will cover all essential tools, materials, and methods, guiding students step-by-step through the process. By the end, students will have a completed round smocked cushion and the skills to create more at home.
This course offers an introduction to the art smocking, focusing on creating beautiful round smocked cushions.
Participants will learn smocking techniques, patterns, and stitches that transform fabric into intricate textures and designs. The course is structured for beginners and intermediate crafters, covering essential skills like fabric preparation, marking, pleating, and stitching patterns to form unique textures. By the end of the course, students will have created their own round smocked cushion and developed a solid foundation in smocking techniques.
What you learn?
Introduction to Smocking
Overview of the craft, tools, and materials needed.
Designing the Cushion
Step-by-step guidance on achieving different textures through pattern manipulation.
Finishing Touches
Techniques to turn your smocked fabric into a finished round cushion. Adding closures, trims, and other decorative elements.
Merin K Philip
Fashion Designer and Trainer
