All That Glitters: 2 lessons/$25.00

Do you love shiny, opulent threads, but are unsure how to use them, well then this may be just what you are looking for! The class includes a brief history of metallic threads from her article “The Glittering World of Metal Thread Embroidery” for Piecework Magazine. In the first lesson you will explore how to use these opulent threads in your sewing machine. In the second lesson you will learn how to use them by hand. Please note that this is a technique class only, the sample pieces from each of the lessons can be put into a journal, or assembled however you wish.

Skill Level Beginning: sewing machine knowledge needed

Lesson 1: Metallic Threads 101 will cover all of the ins and outs of working with metallic threads in your sewing machine. Each of the stitching techniques will show a sampler of the stitches, including a few samples of my finished work. The stitches covered are single needle- straight, zigzag, and free form; couched threads and bobbin work threads; twin needle-straight, zigzag and free form; twin needle Trapunto- straight and zigzag.

 Lesson 2: Metallic Threads 102 will cover a variety of hand embroidery threads that will include metallic floss; metallic threads and braids; Japan Threads and Facets; metallic cords and trims. A few basic embroidery stitches will be covered, but the samples can be worked with virtually any embroidery stitch. Tips will include threading the needle, and keeping the threads from fraying.

Class Information

These classes can be purchased at any time, there is no set schedule.The class can be ordered by contacting Christen: thestoreonthecorner@gmail.com. She will send you an invoice through PayPal.

Once the class is paid for, the supply list will be sent out. The lessons will begin one week after the purchase of the class, unless otherwise stated. You will receive an email with the lesson attached. The following lesson/s will arrive one week after the previous lesson.

A high speed internet connection is recommended, and you must have basic computer and internet skills. You will need to be able know how to download and save a document to your computer’s hard drive, open it and print out a copy.

You can contact Christen with any questions pertaining to the class/class information throughout the length of the class.

Class fees will not be refunded.

Happy Stitching!

~Christen