I’ve been planning my on-line education offerings for the next few months and I’m really excited about them. My plan is to make each one focused on learning a particular aspect of needlepoint. Each one will use a lovely computer-printed canvas. This means that not only will you be learning the technique or stitch but you will be putting it in context on the kind of canvases you see in shops.
At the end you’ll have a lovely finished piece that you can use as a reference, give as a gift or keep for yourself. The projects and instructions are easy enough that beginning stitchers can take the class.
Each class will be announced here when it is open for registration. You can also sign-up for the email list on Needlepoint Stitch Guides.
Kimono from Patt & Lee Designs
October 2010 – Overdye Kimono – An Introduction to Overydyed Threads. This class will use three different overdyed and hand-dyed threads to help you learn to use them on canvases with both Tent & Decorative Stitches
Eyeglass Case from Sandy Grossman-Morris
December 2010 – Silk Ribbon, Embellishments & Padding – Learn Easy techniques to add sparkle & dimension to your needlepoint
Cellphone or iPod Case from Sandy Grossman-Morris
February 2011 – Textured Stitches & Threads – Learn some easy stitches in this charming stitch and thread sampler
Bat Cat canvas from Patt & Lee Designs
April 2011 – Texture in Tent Stitch – Learn ways to use different threads and Tent Stitch to show texture
Lighthouse Ornament from Sandy Grossman-Morris
June 2011 – New Techniques for Overdyed Threads – More easy techniques for using overdyes on canvas to mimic stucco, stone walls, skies, sand, and water. You’ll love how these techniques will make your needlepoint look
All classes will be distributed as PDFs and sent via email. A Yahoo group is set up for each class for supplemental material and discussion.
I have some other longer projects in the works and will let you know about them soon.
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I am very interested in the June 2011 cyberclass. Please add me to whatever email list you have to announce registration. Thanks!