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Isobel Moore Art/Confidence Kickstart Forever
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Confidence Kickstart Forever

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Nervous of your sewing machine? Don't know where to start when experimenting with paints and paper, let alone adding stitch? Don't think you have any unique ideas anyway? This is for you!
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This 'forever version' of Confidence Kickstart is for anyone who wishes to follow the course in their own time - whenever that is!

Does this sound familiar?

Do you 
  • find your sewing machine is a bit of a mystery
  • never change settings in case you "can't put it back again"
  • not have the faintest clue where to begin with paint and mark making
  • wish you could be spontaneous and have fun with paint and stitch
  • wonder how others can make it look so easy
  • find it hard to start stitching in case you muck it up
  • never feel as if you make anything unique or exciting anyway
  • end up doing "projects" even though secretly you want to experiment and explore?

The answer can be simpler than you think

It's horrible being stuck, isn't it? I know - I've been there myself, and I've come across it countless times in class. But I also know it's not as big a jump as you might think: to go from feeling stuck, to having the confidence to give it a go. 

What you need is a confidence boost

See this as a gentle nudge to help you learn to trust yourself, listen to what you know already, and believe that your sewing machine is on your side!

Not matter what sewing machine you've got, if you have the manual, and a few bits and bobs of fabric, thread, paper and paint, you already have everything you need to start.

This isn't a project or a workshop, although we will (hopefully) finish with a completed piece of work. This is a chance to start right at the beginning, loosen up, start to experiment, and realise you know more - and can do more - than you think. 

What people say

Thank you so much for another wonderful course Izzy. Your teaching is really clear, your manner so warm and friendly, I can't imagine a better tutor / textile friend to have alongside me any day of the week :-) 

Kaz

I love Izzy's classes and there always something new to learn

Alexandra

This was a great course, optimum length and amount of learning for me, and that's going to be really helpful when I think about signing up for any courses in the future.  I still have a couple of strips to finish and will look forward to doing that before too long but I also feel that I have successfully finished the course. Thank you, Izzy, it's been a lot of fun!!

Diana

I feel a lot more confident about experimentation. I’m often driven by production of a perfect end product, so to let that go, and just enjoy the process was very good for me. I’ve got ideas buzzing now for future projects, things I’ve wondered about doing, and this course has shown me I can make them work. 👍 Thanks so much Izzy!

Carol

Fun, easy to follow steps and inspirational.

Thank you Isobel!

Jo

Thanks for the confidence boost Izzy. I really enjoy your teaching style and even though I do tend to procrastinate I have actually finished!

Thanks again

Barbara

A good introduction into mixed media and machine sewing.

Sue

All the videos, notes & pictures of your work are very comprehensive & give the right balance of guidance with lots of scope for us going our own way with the work - both during the course & afterwards.

Jaci

Frequently asked questions

You’ve got questions. I've got answers!

How does it work?

There are five lessons, and each lesson has two or three tasks. All course material will be right here, on this website.

When you sign up, you'll create a log-in (if you don't already have one for my courses). You can then find the course on your 'dashboard' whenever you log-in.

When you sign up there's warm-up tasks available immediately, with the first lesson available a day later. Thereafter lessons are released every other day, for a total of two weeks duration to follow the course. You'll receive an email when each new lesson is released.

After all lessons are released, you can then dip back in wherever and whenever you like for as long as you like!

What do I need?

You'll need:

  • your sewing machine

  • the manual

  • the standard accessories needed for maintenance - brush, oil, new needles etc. I use 90/14 topstitch needles.

Sewing materials 

  • calico/plain cotton fabric

  • machine thread in black, white and a few of your favourite colours. This can be all-purpose polyester; thicker cotton machine thread is also good. Embroidery threads if you have them. 

  • a few lightweight fabric scraps in your favourite colours

1 or 2 sheets each of:

  • cheap copier paper

  • cartridge paper/drawing paper (something more substantial than the copier paper above)

  • thin card (or just more cartridge paper)

Paints and pencils etc

  • kids crayons

  • watercolours (just a few)

  • anything else you like (not charcoal)

  • brush, water pot

Miscellaneous

  • pencil, biro

  • ruler

  • paper scissors

  • dry glue stick

  • craft knife and mat (optional)

  • double sided tape and/or PVA glue (optional)

How can I get the most out of this?

  • Do the tasks!

  • Adapt the tasks according to your preferences

  • Be open and accepting of whatever happens

  • Be curious and willing to experiment

  • Try your own ideas instead of worrying if they’re “allowed”

How long will I have access to the course?

As long as my courses are hosted here, on Podia. I have no plans to leave!