Creative Textiles

Bursting at the Seams with Material Pleasure.


Using textiles to create artistic work is a wonderful and versatile form of creative expression.

Sometimes referred to as ‘painting with cloth’ it involves manipulating a variety of fabrics and threads.

Experience the satisfaction of creating your own artworks.

Creating art stimulates the brain, helps lower stress and can lead to overall mental and physical health improvements.

Bring out your creative side and make use of left over scraps of fabric to create works of art.

We are a group of enthusiasts with a wide range of experience who love stitching individually designed projects. You don’t have to be an ‘artist’ to join this group just have a willingness to experiment with new techniques to bring out your creative side and have fun doing it!

Meets where? Varying venues around Kirkby Stephen area.
Meets when? Monthly.
Cost? Free to u3a members.
Do I need any equipment? Notebook or sketchbook, selection of fabrics, a fabric piece at least 20cm x 20cm for background, scissors, pins, needles and assorted threads.
How to find out more and join? Contact us via email; or call or text us on the number below.