Textile Prints Inspired by Sunny Bank Mills

Inspired by the rich history of Sunny Bank Mills, this full day workshop will give you the chance to take a tour of the museum and textile archive and draw inspiration from what you find - textiles, artefacts or the historic building!

Using these inspirations to draw from you’ll design, carve a lino block and print your own Sunny Bank Mills inspired pattern repeat on fabric.

You will come away with a piece of printed fabric, your own block to continue printing at home and a whole new insight into the history of the Mill.

Perfect for complete beginners, or those who have some lino printing experience and wishing to develop their skills.

What we will cover:

● A tour of the textile Archive

● Drawing and designing for block printing

● Looking at repeat structures and composition of pattern and how you can used these in your designs

● Learning how to transfer your design onto a block and how to carve your design into your lino block

● Printing techniques and tips for printing onto fabric, printing your final design onto fabric

Please note - £5 of your ticket price will go to supporting Sunny Bank Mills Museum and Archive.

Artist Bio

Aidan is a textile block printer based in West Yorkshire, whose work is rooted in tradition, slowness, and a love for the natural world. Working exclusively with natural linen, water-based inks and foraged dyes, each piece is hand-printed using traditional block printing techniques that celebrate the beauty of imperfection and the rhythm of handmade craft.

Inspired by a connection to nature, folklore, and the seasonal cycles that once guided daily life, Aidan's designs are simple and timeless. Every print is created slowly and intentionally, embracing the principles of slow consumption and sustainable living.

When attending a workshop you can receive 10% off within the Gallery Shop on the day of your session.

About the venue

Sunny Bank Mills is an inspirational cultural destination in the heart of the local community of Farsley, Leeds. Founded in 1829, these glorious Mills are being regenerated by the sixth generation of the family owners, creating a wonderful blend of work, leisure and culture.

Course terms and booking conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until 7 days before the scheduled start date. As materials and equipment are ordered in advance, we regret that refunds cannot be offered less than 7 days before the workshop date. Please note that Eventbrite’s booking fee is non-refundable.

If we need to cancel the course for any reason your ticket will be fully refunded.

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