sew enchanting

This weekend i've been teaching a Textile Illustration workshop at Sew Enchanting, the cutest patchwork, quilting and knitting shop in Ashburton, Devon.


Sandwiched inbetween a gorgeous Lingerie and Clothing Boutique. I love the look of the little row of shops, the paint colours, bay trees and the line of bunting outside. The workshop is above the shop and is the perfect space for small classes.

The view up West Street from Sew Enchanting. Ice cream anyone?

textile illustration workshop at cowslip

Towards Launceston and the castle.

This weekend I had the pleasure of teaching a workshop at Cowslip workshops in Launceston, Cornwall. Set a little outside the town Cowslip's views back across the valley are stunning and I always find lots of new things to inspire me. From the fanstastic flavours of soup served in the organic cafe or the fabulous selection fabrics available from the shop it is always a delight to come back time and time again.



Everywhere you look there is something to attract your attention, from teapots and old boots used as plant pots to small white bird boxes hung from beams and branches.

Cowslip Quilt (c) Jo Colwill

This weekend's students were fabulous and I always feel that it's a real pleasure and privilage to lead a workshop here. It's a joy to meet such lovely people who all share a passion for textiles and fabric.

I definately recommend a visit!