Are you an artist, sewer or crafter who enjoys using symmetry and pattern in your work? Perhaps you are keen to learn a new mixed media technique to add depth and interest to artworks on paper?

If so, you might be interested in learning how to hand-stitch elegant ‘parabolic’ curves from a simple straight line grid.

In this class, I will be teaching you the basics of how to embroider these stunning geometric designs onto… watercolour paper!

Hi, I’m Clarissa, a geometric artist and experienced teacher, based in the UK. In my own creative practice I enjoy experimenting with different mixed media techniques to enhance the underlying geometry of my artworks. One of my all time favourite techniques is paper stitching. This slow, meditative process adds a delicate, tactile finish to elevate even the most simple designs.

In this engaging class I will share my tips and experience as I guide you through the steps of completing your own simple embroidery project: stitching parabolic curves onto paper.

In this class you'll learn:

Which threads and paper types are suitable for paper stitching
How to pierce and prepare your paper for stitching
How to design your pattern from the starting template - so many possibilities!
How to plan your stitching sequence
And how to secure your stitches to finish your artwork.

You’ll be creating:

An elegant, hand-stitched geometric artwork you’ll be proud to display or gift.

Is this class for me?

Absolutely! No prior experience is necessary. Whether you’re a complete beginner, a hobby artist or sewer, or an experienced practitioner looking to add a new technique to your skillset, the wonderful thing about geometric art is that it is accessible to everyone – you don’t need to be ‘good at art’ (whatever that even means!).

Even if you’re completely new to paper embroidery, you’ll be able to follow these step-by-step techniques to create your own artwork. And what’s more, you’ll gain skills that you can apply to more ambitious projects in the future. The possibilities really are endless!

Materials needed:

A ruler, a pencil and an eraser
A small sheet of watercolour paper or card (postcard (A6) up to letter (A4) size)
A piece of cardboard, cork placemat or cutting mat to press on
A sewing needle and your choice of thread
Low tack tape (e.g. washi tape, masking tape, painters tape)
A small pair of scissors
An awl or paper piercer (or you can simply use your needle)
A printed copy of the template provided (see below).

Downloadable resource pack

Find this in the Projects & Resources section.

Time to get started - I can’t wait to see what you create!

Gloria Guillen

Self taught persona.

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