A day of slow stitching, beautiful materials and wearable art.
4 April 2027 | Bella Fabrics | 9.30am - 3.30pm | $220
Join textile artist Anna Victoria for a day of creative exploration as you make your own cloth doll necklace: a small, character-filled companion assembled from beautiful fabrics, vintage treasures, embroidery and thread.
Inspired by the stories held within old textiles and the charm of handmade keepsakes, these little figures are more than just jewellery. Each one has its own personality, shaped by the fabrics you choose, the details you add and the small creative decisions that bring it to life.
Anna will guide you through the process of constructing your doll, sharing how she creates the soft body, forms the arms and legs, and brings the figure to life with a painted wooden bead face and an assortment of decorative details. You'll also learn how Anna paints the doll faces yourself, with the opportunity to practise this technique and create a character of your own. (If you'd prefer, you're also welcome to use one of Anna's own hand-painted faces, lovingly prepared especially for the workshop.)
You'll have a beautiful collection of vintage and contemporary fabrics, laces, linens, trims, beads and embellishments to explore. As you work, you'll be encouraged to follow your instincts, play with unexpected combinations and allow your doll's character to emerge naturally.
No two dolls need to be alike. Yours might be a quiet keeper, a wandering spirit, a wild-hearted dreamer or something entirely unexpected.
This is a relaxed and nurturing workshop where there is room to experiment, enjoy the tactile pleasure of working with textiles and create something that feels personal and meaningful.
What you'll learn
How to construct a small soft textile doll.
Techniques for forming and assembling the body, arms and legs.
How to paint a characterful face onto a wooden bead.
How to work with layered fabrics, trims and decorative embellishments.
Ways to develop your doll's character through colour, texture and detail.
How to finish your creation as a wearable necklace.
What's included
All materials required to create your cloth doll necklace are provided, including a curated selection of vintage and contemporary textiles, decorative trims, beads, embroidery threads and a wooden bead for the face. You'll learn how to paint your own doll face, and a hand-painted face created by Anna is also available if you'd prefer to use one of hers. Embroidery needles and other essential tools are provided for your use.
Workshop details
Date: Sunday 4 April 2027
Duration: 9.30am to 3.30pm (6 hours)
Location: Bella Fabrics, 195 Canterbury Rd, Canterbury VIC 3126
Price: $220 per person
Experience: No prior experience is necessary. Anna will guide you through the construction process step by step.
Materials: Everything you need is provided.
A small-group experience: This workshop is limited to just 10–12 participants, creating a relaxed and intimate learning environment with plenty of hands-on guidance, individual attention and opportunities to learn directly from Anna throughout the day.
Come and spend a day making, discovering and creating a little keeper of your own. Refreshments and morning tea are provided.
Refunds and ticket transfers
Please note that workshop bookings are non-refundable. If your circumstances change and you can no longer attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend or family member.
If the workshop has sold out, you may request to have your ticket resold. While resale cannot be guaranteed, I will do my best to offer your place to someone else.
If your ticket is successfully resold, a 25% administration fee will be deducted from your refund to cover the time and costs involved in arranging the resale. The remaining 75% will be refunded to you. (Resale requests are only accepted for sold-out workshops.)
A day of slow stitching, beautiful materials and wearable art.
4 April 2027 | Bella Fabrics | 9.30am - 3.30pm | $220
Join textile artist Anna Victoria for a day of creative exploration as you make your own cloth doll necklace: a small, character-filled companion assembled from beautiful fabrics, vintage treasures, embroidery and thread.
Inspired by the stories held within old textiles and the charm of handmade keepsakes, these little figures are more than just jewellery. Each one has its own personality, shaped by the fabrics you choose, the details you add and the small creative decisions that bring it to life.
Anna will guide you through the process of constructing your doll, sharing how she creates the soft body, forms the arms and legs, and brings the figure to life with a painted wooden bead face and an assortment of decorative details. You'll also learn how Anna paints the doll faces yourself, with the opportunity to practise this technique and create a character of your own. (If you'd prefer, you're also welcome to use one of Anna's own hand-painted faces, lovingly prepared especially for the workshop.)
You'll have a beautiful collection of vintage and contemporary fabrics, laces, linens, trims, beads and embellishments to explore. As you work, you'll be encouraged to follow your instincts, play with unexpected combinations and allow your doll's character to emerge naturally.
No two dolls need to be alike. Yours might be a quiet keeper, a wandering spirit, a wild-hearted dreamer or something entirely unexpected.
This is a relaxed and nurturing workshop where there is room to experiment, enjoy the tactile pleasure of working with textiles and create something that feels personal and meaningful.
What you'll learn
How to construct a small soft textile doll.
Techniques for forming and assembling the body, arms and legs.
How to paint a characterful face onto a wooden bead.
How to work with layered fabrics, trims and decorative embellishments.
Ways to develop your doll's character through colour, texture and detail.
How to finish your creation as a wearable necklace.
What's included
All materials required to create your cloth doll necklace are provided, including a curated selection of vintage and contemporary textiles, decorative trims, beads, embroidery threads and a wooden bead for the face. You'll learn how to paint your own doll face, and a hand-painted face created by Anna is also available if you'd prefer to use one of hers. Embroidery needles and other essential tools are provided for your use.
Workshop details
Date: Sunday 4 April 2027
Duration: 9.30am to 3.30pm (6 hours)
Location: Bella Fabrics, 195 Canterbury Rd, Canterbury VIC 3126
Price: $220 per person
Experience: No prior experience is necessary. Anna will guide you through the construction process step by step.
Materials: Everything you need is provided.
A small-group experience: This workshop is limited to just 10–12 participants, creating a relaxed and intimate learning environment with plenty of hands-on guidance, individual attention and opportunities to learn directly from Anna throughout the day.
Come and spend a day making, discovering and creating a little keeper of your own. Refreshments and morning tea are provided.
Refunds and ticket transfers
Please note that workshop bookings are non-refundable. If your circumstances change and you can no longer attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend or family member.
If the workshop has sold out, you may request to have your ticket resold. While resale cannot be guaranteed, I will do my best to offer your place to someone else.
If your ticket is successfully resold, a 25% administration fee will be deducted from your refund to cover the time and costs involved in arranging the resale. The remaining 75% will be refunded to you. (Resale requests are only accepted for sold-out workshops.)
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