NEW! Zoom workshop:
Free-Motion Machine Embroidery
Learn to draw and paint using your sewing machine as a noisy paintbrush--- without needing to leave the comfort of your home.
This workshop is suitable for beginners with basic sewing skills.
You’ll need a solid working knowledge of your sewing machine and basic sewing skills. Your machine needs to be in good working order.
On Day 1 we’ll explore the Basics of Free-motion Embroidery. Day 1 is a prerequisite for the following days when we’ll explore other topics (stitching flowers, bobbin embroidery and using dissolvable fabric). Days 2-4 teach skills that do not build on one another.
You can opt to take any or all----sign up for the first day and then any other days that interest you.
The class will be structured with group instruction in the morning and one-on-one time in the afternoon.
Day 1:
The Basics of Free-Motion Embroidery. Learn to set-up your machine so you can use it to “draw” and “paint” using just straight stitch and zig-zag stitch. Blend and mix colors by layering threads. Use those skills to create simple projects.
Day 2:
Stitch a garden! We will focus on how to stitch different types of flowers and plants.
Day 3:
Bobbin embroidery. Learn to set up your machine for bobbin embroidery and play with the various possibilities it offers to add rich texture and unusual effects to your work. *Note that for this workshop, your sewing machine needs to have a bobbin case that is inserted vertically into the machine. It cannot have a drop-in bobbin. You’ll also need at least one extra bobbin case.
Day 4:
Stitching on dissolvable fabric. Working on dissolvable fabric provides plenty of opportunities for creating lacy 2-D and 3-D work.
Free-Motion Machine Embroidery
Learn to draw and paint using your sewing machine as a noisy paintbrush--- without needing to leave the comfort of your home.
This workshop is suitable for beginners with basic sewing skills.
You’ll need a solid working knowledge of your sewing machine and basic sewing skills. Your machine needs to be in good working order.
On Day 1 we’ll explore the Basics of Free-motion Embroidery. Day 1 is a prerequisite for the following days when we’ll explore other topics (stitching flowers, bobbin embroidery and using dissolvable fabric). Days 2-4 teach skills that do not build on one another.
You can opt to take any or all----sign up for the first day and then any other days that interest you.
The class will be structured with group instruction in the morning and one-on-one time in the afternoon.
Day 1:
The Basics of Free-Motion Embroidery. Learn to set-up your machine so you can use it to “draw” and “paint” using just straight stitch and zig-zag stitch. Blend and mix colors by layering threads. Use those skills to create simple projects.
Day 2:
Stitch a garden! We will focus on how to stitch different types of flowers and plants.
Day 3:
Bobbin embroidery. Learn to set up your machine for bobbin embroidery and play with the various possibilities it offers to add rich texture and unusual effects to your work. *Note that for this workshop, your sewing machine needs to have a bobbin case that is inserted vertically into the machine. It cannot have a drop-in bobbin. You’ll also need at least one extra bobbin case.
Day 4:
Stitching on dissolvable fabric. Working on dissolvable fabric provides plenty of opportunities for creating lacy 2-D and 3-D work.
Day 1
Basics of Free-Motion Embroidery |
Day 2
Stitch a Garden |
Day 3
Bobbin Embroidery |
Day 4
Stitching on dissolvable fabric |
Day 1 is limited to 6 students (4-student minimum*).
The other sessions are limited to 6 students with a 3-student minimum*.
* If the class does not run due to lack of enrollment, your deposit will be refunded.
Workshop fees
Basics of Free-Motion Embroidery (Day 1):
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
This workshop will be held on Zoom. You will need internet access and a computer or phone with audio and a camera.
A phone/camera holder that allows your camera to shoot images of your sewing machine from your view (while you are sewing) is helpful.
SCHEDULE:
Each of the four days will include 3 hours of group time in the morning.
There will be 15-minute individual instruction sessions in the afternoon.
Day 1 also includes an individual 15-minute pre-workshop session to help get your sewing machine ready for the workshop.
SUPPLIES:
There is a supply list. Students have the option to purchase a bundle of several supplies from me (embroidery hoop, bias tape, instruction booklet) if ordered at least 3 weeks before the start of the class.
To register and for further details please contact me.
The other sessions are limited to 6 students with a 3-student minimum*.
* If the class does not run due to lack of enrollment, your deposit will be refunded.
Workshop fees
Basics of Free-Motion Embroidery (Day 1):
- Fee: $125
- Fee for 1 special topics class: $75-
- Fee for 2 special topics classes: $140
- Fee for all 3 special topics classes: $200-
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
This workshop will be held on Zoom. You will need internet access and a computer or phone with audio and a camera.
A phone/camera holder that allows your camera to shoot images of your sewing machine from your view (while you are sewing) is helpful.
SCHEDULE:
Each of the four days will include 3 hours of group time in the morning.
There will be 15-minute individual instruction sessions in the afternoon.
Day 1 also includes an individual 15-minute pre-workshop session to help get your sewing machine ready for the workshop.
SUPPLIES:
There is a supply list. Students have the option to purchase a bundle of several supplies from me (embroidery hoop, bias tape, instruction booklet) if ordered at least 3 weeks before the start of the class.
To register and for further details please contact me.