(Usual price £80 for lifetime access)
There’s a kind of magic in making paper you’ll only find in your own two hands. In Tethered Blooms, you’ll craft exquisite plant fibre paper from bamboo, mint and rose fibres — and learn Wendy’s signature technique for embedding real, dried flowers directly between the fibres so they become a permanent part of the surface.
You’ll begin by creating your own unique, softly felted papers, then develop your skills towards a larger, more curated artwork. And because nothing should go to waste, you’ll also get an exclusive bonus module: Tethered Remnants — where your precious paper scraps become stunning, long-form embroidered wall hangings.
Wendy will show you how to:
Wendy Ann Stanger is a contemporary textile artist, educator and the creative force behind Blooming Fibres. A graduate of Cumbria College of Art, she spent over a decade teaching Art & Design before establishing her full-time professional practice.
Deeply inspired by the natural environment — from wild countryside to coast — Wendy’s work captures the seasonal rhythms of nature and the textures of the hedgerows. Her distinct “fibre fusion” technique blends natural plant fibres like bamboo and silk with real pressed botanicals, finished with free-motion embroidery.
Wendy works from her garden studio near Gretna and also welcomes visitors at her open studio at Farfield Mill in Sedbergh. She uses this tactile workflow as a form of creative therapy and is passionate about helping online students slow down, connect with nature, and unlock their own creative confidence.
This online workshop is completely self-paced, so you can create whenever inspiration strikes. Take your time over several evenings, or immerse yourself in a creative weekend — the workshop is yours to explore in your own way, forever.
You’ll receive:
Wendy will guide you through working with:
A full materials list is provided in the workshop, along with links to recommended suppliers and guidance for using everyday household items creatively — so you can start without buying everything at once.
One of the most exciting things about textile mixed media is the freedom to play, experiment and discover unexpected results. This workshop is about exploring plant fibres, enjoying the slow process and letting your own creative voice emerge naturally through experimentation.
By layering plant fibres, dried flowers and embroidery, you’ll create artwork that feels deeply personal, expressive and full of atmosphere. Sometimes the most exciting breakthroughs happen when we let go of perfection — and simply allow ourselves to play.