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In addition to dressmaking, embroidery
and knitting, there are a number of other
crafts using textiles as the basic material. Many of these are very
traditional in origin and some come from abroad.
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These crafts include
crochet and lace making, patchwork and rug making, spinning and weaving, tapestry, batik and tie
dyeing. Further details on most of them can be obtained from the
specialised organisations listed below.
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Most people do these
crafts for pleasure and/or to produce items (clothing, furnishings, works
of art) that they want to have.
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Some people also put their work in
for competitions and exhibitions.
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The Lace Guild www.laceguild.demon.co.uk/
Alsager Patchworkers & Quilters Homepage members.theglobe.com/alsagerpqs/
British Doll Artist Association 01744 894784
British Toymakers Guild 01225 442440
The on-line sewing store www.sewessential.co.uk
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Patchwork & Quilting
See also the following general craft magazines
Popular Crafts
Practical Craft
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Find a local group
or club for the textile craft that interests you (see organisations above).
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Take a class or course at your local
adult education centre or craft shop.
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Consult books or magazines
on different types of textile crafts.
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Check in your local library/paper,
craft shop or education centre for more information.
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Skills and people
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All of these textile crafts involve some skills, but they are easy to pick up and can be
done by people of all ages and both sexes.
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You can do all these activities at home on your own, or with friends or
family. Some people like to join an informal group or a class to
learn more and exchange ideas.
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Members of the group many be of any
age and either sex, though women are generally more common than men.
Equipment or clothing
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All these textile crafts require material or thread of some kind.
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activity also requires its own special tools or other equipment,
e.g. wax and dyes for batik, canvas and frame for tapestry, crochet
hooks, rug making tools and so on.
A place or facilities
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Most of these crafts can be done in a relatively small place and can be
taken around to do where you want.
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Exceptions are tie dyeing and
batik where space for the dyeing liquids, and for waxing and/or washing is
needed.
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Groups may meet in people's homes, or in local rooms or
halls. Some schools and colleges have specially equipped studios or
workrooms.
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