Alma Laidlaw, owner of Sew Fancy, has a degree in clothing and textiles, an extensive knowledge of threads and stitching techniques and taught high school for 30 years. She is a licensed Martha Pullen heirloom instructor and her Sashiko design has been published in A Needle Pulling Thread magazine. Alma believes that needlework should be fun and that ‘mistakes’ are just little challenges along the way… sometimes even resulting in something more interesting than the original project. www.sewfancy.com
Sashiko with Style, Alma Laidlaw
Sashiko with Style (25) Beginner
Capture the essence of Japanese design with the traditional technique of Sashiko. Learn how to create, transfer and stitch the designs. See how to use this decorative running stitch technique with today’s modern materials. Kit $15 with colour options.
1.5 Hour Workshop
Silk Ribbon Embroidery Basics, Alma Laidlaw
Silk Ribbon Embroidery Basics (25) Beginner
Learn about ribbon and fabric preparation, needle selection and the unique stitching techniques required to create this beautiful 3D embroidery. You will create a sampler of stitches and discover how to use silk ribbon to add a new dimension to crazy quilting, smocking and traditional embroidery. Kit $10
1.5 Hour Workshop
Class registration will begin in late July 2012. Watch for updates on our blog for when brochure details become available and registration begins. www.creativfestival.ca