Introduction to Embroidery 1W25
In this two-day workshop, students will learn a variety of stitches and decorative embroidery techniques. Participants will learn how to add images, textures, and dimension to a flat piece of fabric. Students will then create an artwork based on imagery that inspires them, or in the abstract, using these new embroidery techniques.
Students will leave with their artwork and a portable stitch sampler, spanning from chain stitches, looped stitches, french knots, pistils, couching, satin stitch, cretan stitch, etc., that can be applied to future projects.
Limit 8 students.
No make up date.
Nami Yamaguchi
Nami Yamaguchi is a Boston based artist and student at Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Nami works primarily with fibers and mixed or found media, often textiles and metals. When not weaving or painting fabrics, Nami likes to make natural inks and dyes in her spare time, often trading them with other local artists for supplies or art.
Specialty:
Fiber Arts
Materials to bring to class:
- A 7-8 inch diameter embroidery hoop
- Embroidery needles
- Embroidery floss (4-5 colors)
- Plain canvas will be provided but students are welcome to bring additional fabric from home to embroider on. Fabrics without stretch are best.