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Class Schedule

Fall 2024




Embroidery Foundations: Back Stitches    •    Idjira Bobbin Lace Ornaments    •    Tatted Snowflakes    •    Sashiko




         Embroidery Foundations: Back Stitches
         with Laura Tandeske

         Tuesday, October 15 — or Saturday, October 19 — 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
           $38 + $5 optional kit fee (payable to instructor)


In Laura Tandeske's 8-part Embroidery Foundations series, you'll learn a new family of stitches in each session. Did you know there are hundreds of embroidery stitches waiting to be mastered? These sessions are dedicated to teaching you a variety of surface embroidery stitches. With no specific design to follow, the focus is on learning and practicing each stitch.
    There are 8 workshops in this series. You can take the entire range of workshops, or the few that sound appealing to you, or even just one by itself!

Sign up for all 8 workshops and receive a complimentary kit at your first session. This kit, valued at $40, includes materials for all the stitches taught in the Foundations series. You can work along with the classes to complete a beautiful mandala!

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         A Beginner's Lace Making Class: Bobbin Lace Idjira Ornaments
         with Summer Ota

         Saturday, November 16 — 1:00 to 3:00 PM
           $45


This beginner-friendly class is perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday décor. You'll create a beautiful hand-made Idrija bobbin lace ornament, using this beautiful technique from Slovenia, perfect for hanging on your tree or gifting to someone special. For those who prefer other seasonal designs, alternative prickings will be available.
    We will start with learning the cloth stitch and half stitch, how to weave in the ends with finishing techniques, how to frame the ornament, and then how to make the perfect hooks for hanging. So before the holiday rush takes over, treat yourself to some creative time with us. It's the perfect way to relax, learn something new, and make a keepsake that will shine throughout the season!

MATERIALS: Your instructor will provide detailed prickings and essential handouts, guiding you through the delicate process of creating these stunning patterns. Please come prepared with your supplies, including at least 12 pairs (24) bobbins, size 8 perlé thread, a lace pillow, and lace pins, and a size 1 crochet hook.

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         For Intermediate Tatters: Make a Tatted Snowflake
         with Kevin Baum

         Saturday, November 16 — 12:30 to 4 PM
           $45


Come celebrate the holidays with this festive tatting class designed for past students of Kevin's Beginning Tatting Classes. Elevate your tatting skills to create an heirloom tatted Snowflake! Hang them on Christmas tree branches on wreaths during the holiday season; dress up holiday packages or table centerpieces. They make delightful gifts! Students will need to know the shuttle tatting basics: the double stitch, and how to create and connect rings and picots. Under Kevin's guidance, students will begin their holiday projects. Choose one from several snowflakes, from easy to advanced! Learn to finish and block your snowflake.

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         Beginning Sashiko
         with Pattie Klimek

         Saturday, January 25 — 12:30 to 3:30 PM
           $46 + $15 kit fee (payable to instructor - cash preferred)


Learn to do the traditional and beautiful Japanese art of Sashiko. This functional embroidery started as a practical mending stitch for textiles and has become an art. Learn the running stitch technique and how to use Japanese stitchers' patterns, threads, and supplies. We will start on a set of coasters that use the basic patterns that can be adapted to decorate garments, quilts, or decorative projects for the home. We will do the stitching in class and Pattie will give you instructions to follow so you can finish the project at home.

MATERIALS: Pattie will supply 3 separate Sashiko patterns preprinted on cotton/linen cloth and class handouts for a $15.00 kit fee. Please bring cash.

PREREQUISITES: Some basic sewing skills.

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