The Embroiderers’ Guild of South Australia Inc.

“The Embroiderers’ Guild of South Australia Inc. Special Purpose Fund is a tax deductible fund listed on the register of Cultural Organisations under Subdivision 30-B of the Income Assessment Act 1997”.

CLASS LIST 2019

DIE CUT FLOWER Crystal Gaye

Saturday 13 April 2019

Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130

Join Crystal for an exploration into Mixed Media dimensional embroidery. This beautiful flower is created with a Die cut machine, using hand painted silk fabric, then shaped gently into place with embroidery. It is embellished with sequins & beads. It's quick, easy and quite magical. No experience necessary, suitable for all skill levels. A $55 kit to be purchased from the tutor.

DRESSMAKING SKILLS Di Kirchner Sunday 14 April and Sunday 28 April 2019 Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130 Ever wondered how sewers get their piping perfect, bias continuous and corners flat? Well this is the class for you! The first class is a technique class where you will be working with mini-piping, bias binding and learning how to mitre corners.

The second class will give you the opportunity to finish a project or start a new one and practice the dressmaking skills you have learnt. You will need a sewing machine and a pin tucking foot.

BOX MAKING SKILLS Christine P Bishop Sunday 28 April and Sunday 12 May 2019 Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130

Have you run out of room for framed embroideries? If you would like to

present your embroideries in a different way, learn how to construct a

hinged lid, fully lined box 8cm x 13cm x 5cm. Once you have the basic

construction hints and measurements, you can use this as a way of

presenting your treasures. Join Christine to perfect the art of putting a box

together. This could be Maree Talbot’s beautiful project from Summer

School or Christine will give you an alternative.

Tutor will provide, as a kit, cut card and notes (cost of kit $22). If you are making up Maree’s box, you will need to supply all requirements.

DESIGN AND COLOUR FOR EMBROIDERY Barbara Mullan

Saturday 4 May and Sunday 5 May 2019

Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130

Create your own unique designs using composition to combine the design elements of colour, texture, shape, line and space. Small embroidery pieces will be created. Discover new colour combina-

tions for your embroidery projects. Colour is the most important aspect of

a design. Students will learn about the way colours work for us each morn-

ing and each afternoon. They will embroider a small piece using the

knowledge they have gained.

ENGLISH GARDEN BAND SAMPLER Di Fisher Saturday 4 May 2019 Class cost: Members $55 Guest stitchers $65 Join Di Fisher for a 1 day class to continue her fascinating study of 17th Century Band Samplers. This class is for anyone who has started or wishes to start the sampler. This is an intermediate class suitable for those who have some embroidery experience. Pre-work will be required for those who have not started and Di will email those starting fresh. Please advise Chris when booking which band you wish to do. A kit is available from Di, with the price dependant on which band you are working on.

CREWELWORK—PINK ARRAY OF FLOWERS Di Kirchner Sunday 19 May and Sunday 26 May 2019 Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130 Crewelwork is a type of surface embroidery using crewel wool thread, traditionally on linen cloth. This array of 5 flowers has been stitched using Appleton Crewel Wools in the Jacobean Crewelwork Style on a linen twill. In this class you will learn many surface stitches and traditional techniques. Beginners welcome! The design will be printed on the fabric. Kit cost, $40

SONNET Anna Scott Sunday 9 and Sunday 16 June 2019 Class Cost: $110 Members $130 Guest stitchers ** Goldwork level 2 **

Goldwork embroidery is a fascinating style of embroidery using a vast variety of metal threads to create textures and patterns within a design. I find the play of light onto different types metal threads and wires one of the most fascinating things about goldwork embroidery. In this two day workshop you will learn a variety of techniques used when attaching metal threads and purls. Sonnet is stitched using different types of metal threads combined with coloured silk threads to create lines and fillings. Metal purls in different sizes and textures, beads and spangles are used to create the textured filling of the song bird and delicate flowers. To get the most from the workshop, I advise that you have a little experience working with metal threads and are comfortable working with fine threads. The embroidery design measures 15cm x 10cm wide. Class kit cost: $90 The kit includes: Detailed instruction booklet with colour photographs and diagrams. Silk fabric with the design marked ready to stitch, backing fabric, wool felt, needle pack, 4 stranded silks, 6 metal threads & wires, beads, spangles and sequins.

DISCOVER SASHIKO Barbara Mullan Sunday 23 June 2019 Class Cost: $55 Members $65 Guest stitchers Join Barbara Mullan for a 1 day introduction to Sashiko. Sashiko uses a simple running stitch to form patterns on cloth. Sashiko -meaning little stabs or little pierce in Japanese - is a form of Japanese Embroidery in use since the 1600’s. Originating in the north of Japan Sashiko traditionally uses white thread on indigo cloth. Traditionally 2 layers of cloth were used to make a stronger fabric and simple to intricate designs are made using this meditative slow stitch technique. This class is suitable for everyone from those who have never embroidered to the most experienced stitchers seeking to expand their repertoire.

PLATE FLOWER Crystal Gaye Saturday 29 June and Sunday 30 June Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130

In this workshop you will learn how to lay 'Plate" in a slightly different way, taking the traditions of Goldwork and expanding them into a new way of being. The flower will be embellished with Sequins & Bead Embroidery in the centre. This class is suitable for all skill levels, no experience in Goldwork or Beading needed. Finished piece is approximately 10cm x 8cm A kit for $50.00 to be purchased from Tutor.

TRIBAL INSPIRED EMBROIDERY FROM NORTH AFRICA Barbara Mullan Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 July 2019 Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130 Immerse yourself in the culture and explore motifs and designs found in Northern African textiles, to develop your own unique designs inspired by this region. You will hand embroider your unique design using applique, reverse applique and surface stitching techniques used in the North African region, creating a hanging, bag or cushion front.

FRENCH FLORALS RIBBON EMBROIDERY Crystal Gaye Saturday 20 July and Sunday 21 July 2019 Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130 Learn the beautiful art of French Silk Ribbon Embroidery. In this two day workshop you will learn 'French Floral's" gorgeous silk ribbon flowers embellished with beads. Surface embroidery with a difference, and a multitude of uses, from couture clothing and accessories to beautiful works suitable for framing. No experience necessary, suitable for all skill levels. A kit for $100 to be purchased from tutor.

ELIZABETHAN BLACKWORK WITH A TOUCH OF GOLD Di Fisher

Sunday 4 August and Sunday 11 August 2019

Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130 Blackwork panel inspired by late 16th century examples. Di Fisher brings to us another ongoing project with part 1 of an amazing sampler of black and gold work inspired by an Elizabethan sleeve. The first part features the beginning of a scrolling design featuring flowers, a pomegranate and a leaf, as well as animals including a polar bear, cat, fox and stag. Each motif is embroidered in blackwork patterns, worked in Au Ver a Soie black silk, with some details in a range of stitches, such as woven spider’s webs, plaited braid, reverse chain and ladder and vandyke stitch in gold thread. The design measures H. 27cm x W. 22cm and is worked on 36 count antique white linen. The linen and silk thread will be available from the tutor. The design can be enlarged or modified, worked on a linen with a different thread count if wished. Students may stitch it all in black rather than with the Gold Students may wish to stitch one motif. Please feel free to discuss this with the tutor.

ALABAMA STYLE EMBELLISHMENT Crystal Gaye Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 August 2019 Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130 Inspired by fashion label, Alabama Chanin, this workshop will explore fashion Applique that is embellished with Beads & Sequins. With a focus on 'Slow stitch" and the benefits of hand stitching stylish, sustainable clothing that is unique to you. This is a different workshop to the previous "Alabama Applique" showcasing yet another Embellishing technique. No experience necessary. Colour choices – Merlot, Charcoal, Black, Soft Eggplant A kit for $100 to be purchased from Tutor

INTRODUCTION TO OR NUÉ Anna Scott Sunday 25 August 2019 Class cost: Members $55 Guest stitchers $65 * Goldwork level 1 * Or Nué is a metal thread embroidery technique, where metal threads are couched in place with coloured silks to create motifs and patterns. Careful placement of the couching stitches is important to achieve clear, crisp patterns and shading In this one day workshop you will learn how to couch the laid threads in circular motion (also known as Italian Shading) while forming solid coloured areas and shading with your couching stitches. The textured centre of both designs is created with a variety of gilt purls, spangles and silk threads. NOTE: In this class you have the opportunity to choose between two designs according to your prior stitching experience. Dainty Pink Daisy * Novice Simple shading and no experience in metal thread embroidery needed Lest We Forget ** Intermediate. Intricate colour shading. No experience in metal thread embroidery needed. The finished designs, each measure 5cm in diameter. Class kit cost: $68 The kit includes: Detailed Instruction booklet with colour photographs & diagrams. Silk fabric with the design marked, ready to stitch. Backing fabric, filament silk threads, needle pack, gilt passing threads, wires & spangles. Pink Daisy

SEW A POSTCARD Kathryn Harmer Fox Thursday 29 August 2019 (1 day) Class cost: Members $100 Guest stitchers $120 Choose from a selection of South African, Australian and New Zealand flora or fauna to sew a postcard.

Kit cost between $30—$50

SEW A POSTCARD Kathryn Harmer Fox Thursday 29 August 2019 (1 day) Class cost: members $100 Guest stitchers $120 Choose from a selection of South African, Australian and New Zealand flora or fauna to sew a postcard. Kit cost between $30-$50

SEW A PICTURE USING FABRIC & THREAD Kathryn Harmer Fox Saturday 31 August and Sunday 1 September Class cost: Members $200 Guest stitchers $240 Use a choice of 6 of Kathryn’s drawings to create a picture. Kathryn will

show each student how to translate the subject from paper to canvas.

Once the basic drawing is stitched to their own canvas, then each student

can begin to develop my simple lines into an image of their own; intricate,

colourful and full of tonal depth.

Kit cost between $30-$50

AMBER LIZARD OR LADY IN BLACK Nancy Williams Sunday 15 and Sunday 29 September 2019 Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130

Stitched in a rich palette of jewel tones to subtle silks, these surface sticheries stand on their own or make a beautiful set and are worked in a range of surface stitches, beads and sequins using a variety of threads and techniques. The pieces, inspired by the craze for adult colouring books, can be turned into many types of projects or, if you prefer, can be framed and hung on the wall. Please indicate which kit you would like when enrolling to ensure there are enough kits. Kit cost - includes all threads, embellishments, fabric, needle and illustrated instructions. Choose between or buy all 3 kits in the series—Choices Sapphire Sea Turtle, Emerald Frog or Amber Lizard. Nancy will have extra kits available on the day.

SURFACE STITCHING - AMBER LIZARD Level - Intermediate The third design in the series, Amber Lizard follows on from the Sapphire Sea Turtle and the Emerald Frog. Stitched in desert shades - browns, oranges and golds, the project contains a variety of surface stitches and beads designed to challenge your skills. If you have worked the previous projects, you'll be familiar with a number of the stitches, but there will be some new stitches to try. Kit cost: Approximately $25-$30 Size: 12.5cm x 12cm SURFACE STITCHING - WOMAN IN BLACK Level - Intermediate If a lizard or creature isn't your cup of tea, you can choose the Woman in Black project. Utilising a number of the same stitches, but also containing new stitches to learn, Woman in Black is a larger project and the start of a new series. A small amount of raised work as well as beads and sequins and a variety of surface stitches are included. Kit cost: Approximately $30-$40 Size: 16cm x 22cm

SEA DARLING CASKET Nancy Williams Surface Stitching Sunday 10 November 2019 Class cost: Members $55 Guest stitchers $65 This project is made up of a 3 dimensional treasure chest, stitched with ocean creatures. It opens up to reveal stitching accessories - scissor fob, needle book, pincushion and tape measure cover - which all fit neatly inside. At this class we will be covering all of the stitches required to make up each piece of the project, with a class on construction January 2020. Stitched using a variety of surface stitches, beads and sequins. Kit cost: To be advised Size: Casket approximately 16cm x 8cm x 12cm

Copyright free image used as the finished item is not finished yet. Photos to come

SHADOW BOX SAMPLER & ACCESSORIES or Bring along a Christine P Bishop project you want to finish and stitch along. Christine P Bishop Dates: Sunday 17 and Sunday 24 November 2019 Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130 The Shadow Box Kit contains the following – cost $70 “Lambswool” 28 count Permin linen Total 20cm x 50cm #12 Perle cotton for the cords, DMC stranded cottons Lining fabric for the needlecase, Shadow Box, Notes and needles. Button up! Sprinkles - Champagne micro mini buttons “hearts”, Finished Size of box 160mm x 165mm Stitches used – cross stitch, double running, straight stitches, Rococo stitch, four sided stitch, French knots and needle weaving. Suitable for beginners to counted work to experienced embroiderers who

want to have fun.

Golden Star Crystal Gaye

Saturday 30 November and Sunday 1 December 2019

Class cost: Members $110 Guest stitchers $130

This gorgeous Gold work star will add something special to your Christmas decorating. You will learn a mix of traditional & contemporary Gold-work techniques, combined with Bead Embroidery. No previous experience necessary. A kit to be purchased from the Tutor for $100. Finished size 18cm x 10cm

CLASSES AT THE GUILD INFORMATION AND COPYRIGHT We love to have people, both members and guest stitchers, at our classes and we want to make it a wonderful experience. Just some information for you all.

Classes at the Guild begin at 9.45 so the teacher can start teaching at 10.00. If you are late, the teacher won’t wait for you as that’s not fair to others.

Please put your phone on silent or vibrate.

We supply tea and coffee and sometimes morning tea - feel free to bake something and bring along. We love that.

We do not supply lunch, however, there is a fridge, microwave and sandwich press and plenty of local cafes.

Our teachers are going to teach you their way of doing things so if you have a different way of doing things that’s lovely but the class isn’t there to learn your way. Please let the teacher teach.

Please respect the teacher’s copyright. Notes are for your use only. You may not lend, sell, share with your friends or put the pattern or instructions onto the WWW without the teacher’s permission.

If you’d like to teach a class, the Education Committee would love to hear from you.

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