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Tutor: Amy Jones
Date: Sunday 15 November
Time: 10am-3.30pm
Total Tuition: $140 includes all materials, balance of $70 payable at the class.
In this embroidery class, you will learn how to create a beautiful, textured embroidery, incorporating natural crystals and gemstones, using a unique, hand painted piece of linen.
You will learn how to:
- Use four basic embroidery stitches; Turkey work, French knots, long and short stitch and Satin stitch, using a variety of silk, wool and cotton threads
- Use basic beading techniques.
- Create your own moss like composition, full of texture and vibrant colour, incorporated the painted linen.
Choose your favourite jewel from this list or ask us to create a kit in your favoutie precious stone;
Lapis Lazuli (dark blue)
Aquamarine (light blue/mauve)
Garnet (deep red)
Amethyst (purple)
Rose Quartz (Light pink)
Labradorite (charcoal/silver)
Citrine (yellow)
Malachite (green)
You’ll also have the opportunity to view original textile Art pieces for inspiration, and learn about the design process when planning your piece.
What you'll get:
You will be provided with an embroidery kit, with everything you need to create a finished piece. This kit will include:
- an original hand painted piece of linen, and a piece of plain linen to practice on.
- a variety of threads, in silk, wool and cotton
- a small collection of glass beads and natural gemstone beads
- a small embroidery hoop
- a chenille needle, a beading needle and an embroidery needle
What to bring
- Small sharp scissors (spares will be available on the day).
- Glasses if needed for close work.