ABOUT THIS EVENT

Event Category

Arts & DIY

Event Overview

In this class we will learn the basics of wool applique, including simple embroidery and working with wool felt.  Students will make a stitched ornament based on alebrijes (spirit guides depicted in Mexican folk art as brightly colored sculptures of fantastical creatures.) The bright colors and intense patterns of alebrijes make these felt versions a lot of fun to embroider, using colorful thread, beads and sequins.  There are two patterns from which to choose and you will be provided materials to make one ornament.

Bio for Instructor Becky Edwards:

An extension of my enthusiasm for craft is to share knowledge and skills through teaching.  I teach individuals and small groups (of all ages) how to knit and crochet, as well as stitching penny rugs and wool applique.

As a child, my parents’ store had a weaver on staff who demonstrated tapestry making to visitors. I loved watching them work, figuring out how the complex patterns were made and climbing all over the loom when it wasn’t in use.  Crafts were my very favorite thing to do – I loved learning how things were made and giving it a try myself – and in my world handmade things were always the best things. 
As an adult, I continue to try making everything!  I’ve had the opportunity to mold glass, throw clay, weave baskets, create soap, carve wood, knot lace, fold paper and more.  Textiles, though, are always the media to which I return, particularly wool.  With wool, I knit, crochet, weave, and sew, allowing me to experience the meditative effects of hand work while making beautiful things.

Minimum age

All ages welcome

What's Provided

We will provide wool felt, embroidery thread, scissors, ribbon, and the necessary supplies for making the felt ornaments.

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