Embroidery for Beginners: The Basics
Morgan Stone, Counselor & Emotional Wellbeing Coach
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Lessons in This Class
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Embroidery for Beginners Intoduction
1:42
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Materials
3:56
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Outfitting The Hoop
1:19
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Embroidery Design
1:01
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The Backstitch
3:03
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Finishing
2:18
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7.
Embroidery Custom Kit
0:47
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About This Class
Anyone can embroider! Â And I am going to teach you how.
The first time I guided an embroidery needle through a piece of linen, drawing a deep cerulean blue floss along, I knew I was hooked. Like paper awaiting text, or sheet music awaiting notes, I saw fabric as my own blank canvas, the floss as my paint.Â
I taught myself the art of embroidery, mostly using an antique stitching book from my grandmother. I became enthralled at how simple, classic, traditional stitches could be utilized in infinite ways. As my knowledge expanded and I began to incorporate more complex methods in my work, I found my niche. I began to use these age-old crafting techniques to make modern designs and now my work, sold through my shop King Soleil, is hung on walls and adorns dolls and clothing worldwide. Â
This embroidery tutorial lays the foundation for creating your own embroidery art!Â
You will learn:
- All about embroidery materials and tools
- Step by Step guide on how to outfit your hoop (aka putting fabric inside the hoop to prep for stitching)
- Ways to transfer or draw your design onto your fabric
- How to embroider the backstitch, stitch by stitch; a perfect beginners stitch and one you will use throughout your embroidery journey
- My favorite finishing technique for the back of your hoop
- Info on a custom embroidery kit
We will move, step by step, building block by building block, to ensure you have all the skills needed to get stitching. Â You do not need a stitch (pun intended) of embroidery or sewing experience whatsoever!
Along with the tutorial, you will receive an entire alphabet packet I have created for your own monogram hoop! Â Each calligraphy vintage-inspired letter is hand drawn and can be printed in whichever size you choose for your hoop art. Â Transfer the designs directly onto your fabric or let them be an inspiration for your own design.
Let's get stitching!
Meet Your Teacher
A bit about my background: I have a MA in applied psychology with a specialization in counseling and guidance from New York University, a BA in psychology from Tulane University, and I am certified as a school counselor where I also teach social-emotional learning. I am also a certified integrated trauma coach, which means I help people release stress and tension through somatic work, breathing practices, and mindfulness.
Some of you may know me from a business I ran for eight years called King Soleil, where I leaned into my love of art and the maker world! I still am making art and teaching within that creative space but have since integrated my passion for mindfulness and wellness.
Personally, I am a mom of three, I practice meditation and mindfulness as we... See full profile
Hands-on Class Project
Create your own embroidery art! Â Whether you start from scratch with the tools and materials explained in the video lesson, or work with me to create a custom embroidery kit, it's time to get stitching! Â
You will receive a packet including each letter in the alphabet to get you started.
As always, if you have any questions as you begin your embroidery journey, feel free to get in touch! Â I love hearing from you! Â
www.kingsoleil.com
morgan@kingsoleil.com
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