Are you interested in using your crafting skills to transform and repurpose old keepsakes?
In this class, you’ll learn how to stitch beautiful geometric patterns onto old postcards and photographs to create treasured personal keepsakes and meaningful handmade gifts.
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Hi, I’m Clarissa — a geometric artist and experienced teacher based in the UK. In my own creative practice, I love exploring mixed media techniques that enhance the underlying geometry of my artwork. One of my favourite techniques is paper stitching: a slow, meditative process that adds delicate texture and detail, elevating even the simplest designs.
In this engaging beginner-friendly class, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the process of creating your own hand-stitched geometric artwork using an old photograph or postcard. Along the way, I’ll share practical tips, techniques, and creative ideas to help you stitch with confidence.
In this class, you’ll learn:
<ul>
<li>Which papers and threads work best for paper stitching</li>
<li>How to pierce and prepare postcards or photographs for stitching</li>
<li>How to use the printable geometric grid templates included in the resource pack</li>
<li>How to plan your stitching sequence for neat, effective results</li>
<li>How to secure and finish your stitches neatly</li>
</ul>
You’ll create:
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<li>A unique hand-stitched geometric artwork using a photograph or postcard</li>
</ul>
Is this class for me?
Absolutely! No previous experience is needed. Even if you’re completely new to paper embroidery, you’ll be able to follow these simple step-by-step techniques to create your own beautiful, stitched artwork.
You’ll also gain transferable skills and confidence to explore more ambitious paper stitching projects in the future.
And if you’ve already completed my previous paper embroidery classes, such as <a href="https://skl.sh/41m7TGv" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Parabolic Paper Stitching</a> or <a href="https://skl.sh/4u26ZcD" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Drawing and Stitching Curves of Pursuit</a>, you’ll be able to transfer all your skills from those classes to embroider your photographs and postcards. The creative possibilities are endless!
Materials you’ll need:
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<li>A photograph or postcard (or a scanned image printed onto heavyweight paper such as watercolour paper, photo paper, or cardstock — approximately 250–350gsm)</li>
<li>A sewing needle</li>
<li>Embroidery thread in colours of your choice</li>
<li>A small pair of scissors</li>
<li>A pin, paper pricker, or awl for pre-punching stitching holes</li>
<li>Low-tack tape such as masking tape or washi tape</li>
<li>A soft surface to press on when piercing the holes, such as cardboard, a cork mat, or some packaging foam</li>
<li>A geometric template from the downloadable resource pack, printed onto paper or tracing paper</li>
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Downloadable Resource Pack
You’ll find the templates and supporting materials in the Projects &amp; Resources section.
Time to get started — I can’t wait to see what you create!
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Introduction

The Class Project

Materials for the Project

Using the Templates 1

Using the Templates 2

Stitching the Triangle Grid

Stitching the Circle

More Design Ideas

Conclusion

Geometric Photo Embroidery Class Notes.pdf

Geometric Photo Embroidery: Embellish Postcards and Photos With Texture and Pattern

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