Gio Gaudet captures the renaissance taking place in the world of textiles. Inspired by felting and energized by urban culture and global vision, Gaudet has challenged our perception of what can be created with wool and natural fibres. His collections have launched Toronto Fashion Week and been featured in Elle Canada, Flare, Faze and on Fashion and Breakfast Television. www.gaudetfashionhouse.com
Wet Felting: Artistic Expressions (25) All Levels
Traditional felting marries the non-traditional as Gio shares insider tips and guides you through his refined and acclaimed wet felting process. Textiles and fibres have unlimited potential for personal expression as you create an exquisite hand-made woolen bag featuring a fusion of colours and natural fibres. The basic process is quick, easy and produces spectacular results. Plus, get up-close to some of Gio’s stunning, inspirational pieces that are sure to spark your creativity. Kit $50
6 Hour Workshop.
Nuno Felting (25) All Levels
Take felt-making to the ultimate level. Submerge yourself in sumptuous silks, yummy yarns and fabulously fine fibres to create nuno felted scarves and wraps that demand to be touched. Gio shares secrets as you make a runway ready scarf. Kit $50
4 Hour Workshop.
Registration starts at the end of this month for Fall 2013 Conference Classes, October 23 through 27 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building.
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