DFS Design School - Level I

This course is part of the DFS Creativity Library. To celebrate the launch of the library, Deanne will be hosting a special bonus Zoom webinar on Oct. 4, 2024 where she will be taking questions about any material covered in the library as well as introducing the brand new DFS Creativity School, which launches this fall.

An adventure into the world of designing hooked rugs.

You get instant access to all the content when you purchase and you can work at your own pace. The information is yours to keep.

Practical. Sensible. Attainable.

Design School is for the beginner to the experienced rug hooker.

I will give you lessons in designing hooked rugs that will leave you with your pencils wagging and and your hands itching to create.

That empty sketch book is gonna get filled and those blank pieces of linen are going to be smiling up at you with designs of your very own making.

Can’t draw? Doesn’t matter.

Design School is about using and building on the skills you have to make marvellous magical rugs that are all your own.

Rugs that tell your story and speak your truths.

You will work with me online as I design at least seventeen rugs.

I will give you ideas and exercises to expand your design muscles as I teach you how to design rugs from start to finish.

You’ll leave design school inspired with a series of your own designs ready to hook.

Here are just some of the lessons I am planning so that you can become better at what you already love.

Seventeen Lessons on Designing Hooked Rugs

1. How to fill a sketch book in ten days.
2. Designing when you cannot draw.
3. Single colour abstracts: Letting the wool inspire the design.
4. Butterfly magic: tricks for designing from pictures
5. Reframing design into different shapes.
6. Finding Inspiration: nature, books and art
7. Uncommon edges: Creating organically shaped designs
8. What my Mama used to Make: A look at traditional design
9. Walk on it: Designs for the floor 
10. Hook yourself a story: storytelling and design
11. Boundless Borders
12. Repetition and Pattern
13. Follow the Line : Abstract Design
14. The writing is on the wall: 
15. Making it work: overcoming problems in design
16. The simple magic of a silhouette 
17. Simplicity and shape as a design inspiration

Cost: $199 for all the lessons.

When you purchase the course you will receive a password and link to the Design School Website.

Who is design school for?

It is for anyone who wants to design their own hooked rugs.

What if I can’t draw?

It does not matter. You will still be able to design great rugs with the skills I teach you.

What materials will I need?

You will need at least one sketch book, rug backing such as burlap or linen, pencils, a ruler, black sharpie markers, an additional coloured sharpie marker.

Are materials included in the cost?

Materials are not included in the cost of the course. 

When does Design School begin?

It starts when you purchase it. The material will remain available to you.

Do I have to go to classes at a certain time?

No. You can do the course at your own pace, on your own time, logging into the website when ever you meet.

How does the course work?

You just log in to the Design School Website with your password. When you purchase the course you will receive a password and link to the Design School Website.

The material will remain up on the website for you indefinitely. You can access it anytime. Once you take the course the lessons are yours to keep for as long
as you like. 

Here is what people say about my other courses:

“I cannot say enough good things about this course. Deanne has put together a new journey each month that is filled with videos and readings. Each month explores a different topic and it seems to alternate between developing the techniques of creativity with the mindset of creativity. It has been a true experience of growth in self confidence, perspective and technique.” Linda R.

 “Deanne Fitzpatrick has done it again! She has created a fantastic online class for us; one that stretches, challenges, encourages and nurtures us as learning, growing artists. I highly recommend learning about hooking and art and life from her.” Lynn

“What a line up of videos and posts for this class! I have enjoyed it twice now and have yet to start my rug but I will get to it!! In the meantime I can use tips and techniques with so many of my other hooking projects. Lots to absorb and enjoy and the class is yours to keep forever! “xo Eileen