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Make Your Mark
a Slow Stitch Textile Collage Workshop
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​Combine slow stitching, fabric pieces, rusty bits of metal on rust dyed linen
​to create a one-of-a-kind textile collage
                             
​In this 2-day live Zoom workshop you will: 
  • ​Explore the technique of thread mark making 
  • Learn tips for sketching and planning your slow stitching pattern and textile collages 
  • Create 2-3 small collages that can be added to a larger piece of linen 
  • Discover the relaxing meditative process of slow stitching
  • ​Receive a class kit with most all the supplies you will need (see below for kit contents),
  • Learn how you can make your own rusted fabric & thread
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​This live Zoom workshop, suitable for all levels, will meet for 2 1/2 hours on two consecutive Tuesdays. Create small textile collages using rust dyed linen, denim, indigo dyed cloth, rusty metal pieces, rust dyed thread and embroidery thread. Explore the art of thread mark making using just one stitch. While this is not an embroidery class, in addition to the running stitch I'll guide you in making the perfect French knot. Yes, you can do it, really! It's fun and it's a great way to add texture to your stitched pieces. Through demonstrations and hands-on class time, you'll be well-prepared to continue stitching on your own between sessions.
*Zoom recordings as well as any bonus videos will be available to you for one year.



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Day 1
Experiment with various ways to use the running stitch on your test fabric piece. From just this one basic stitch, you'll be amazed at how many pattern variations can be created. Sketch a few ideas on paper for your slow stitching and collage compositions, letting the shape, color, texture, and patterns in the metal and fabric help guide you. Arrange the fabric and rusty metal pieces to form small collages and begin stitching them into place. You can decide whether to keep these pieces separate or integrate them into the larger fabric piece as part of your slow stitching project.

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​Day 2
On our final class day, we'll get together for a show-and-tell session where you're welcome to share your stitching progress and ask questions. I'll provide additional details on rusting your own fabric and thread, share my favorite sources for finding fabrics for dyeing and stitching projects. I'll also share other resources, including a link to a secret Pinterest board I curated that is packed full of inspiration for your future stitching projects. Our session will close with time for some leisurely slow stitching.
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“What a wonderful class!
​Your preparation, knowledge, skills and personality made for an excellent environment to learn and get inspired.
I look forward to joining you again another time.“

Beth B

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*Rusted and dyed fabrics do vary in pattern and shade. All pieces supplied are similar but may not look exactly as shown above.

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​Class kit includes:
  • 1 - 11 inch square of rust dyed linen
  • 4 rusty metal pieces
  • 8 yards rust dyed 100% cotton thread - size 20
  • 8 yards rust dyed 100% cotton thread - size 10
  • 3 denim fabric pieces 
  • 2 linen fabric pieces - not dyed
  • 5 rust dyed linen fabric pieces*
  • 3 indigo dyed fabric pieces*  
  • 1 - 8 inch square of cotton muslin - for stitch practice 
  • ​3 embroidery needles - #2, #5, #8 
  • 2 needle threaders ​​​
What you'll need to supply: 
  • Scissors 
  • 12" or longer ruler - a clear quilting ruler is helpful but not required
  • 1 skein light blue embroidery thread (I'll be using DMC #932)
  • 1 skein dark blue embroidery thread (I'll be using DMC #797)
  • ​Pencil & paper for sketching out pattern ideas
  • Straight pins to hold fabric in place 
  • A few different size forms for drawing circles - template, cup, lid etc.
  • Feel free to supplement the kit with your own additional fabric pieces, rusty metal pieces, or thread colors of your choice
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Cost of Workshop is $185
2024 Workshop Dates

​Tuesday's, March 5th & March 12th 
​1:00PM - 3:30pm ET
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