Kathleen Murphy


3D Textile Sculptures

13th & 14th August 2022

10.00am – 4.30pm

What to bring:

  • A basic sewing kit, including a selection of hand sewing needles, embroidery scissors, craft scissors and a selection of thread.

  • A small pair of jewellery pliers or snips (if you have them).

  • A stubby, Sylko-type cotton reel (if you have one. Spares will be available if you don’t).

During this two-day workshop, based on her own techniques, Kathleen will teach you a variety of simple construction methods for creating a 3D figure with character made using textiles, handstitch and found objects.

Kathleen will help you to develop a story or narrative for your piece to enable the character to blossom. 

Meet the Tutor

Kathleen is a maker who specialises in constructing with needle and thread and is inspired by folk culture and a fascination with the wooded landscape. She also exhibits, lectures and teaches, as well as working collaboratively on shared projects with other makers and theatre companies.