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The Ins & Outs of Embroidery

Jessica Giardino

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1:44:05

In-depth Instruction; over 105 mins
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Bonus downloadable PDF resources
Access to class Q&A
Available for purchase: $11.99

Session 1: Introduction and Overview

6:05

Following a fun introduction, Jessica Giardino offers a brief overview of the class. She will then show you many forms of embroidery including counted cross stitch and needlework. Learn the differences between these forms of embroidery and many more before focusing on the hand stitching techniques chosen for this class.

Session 2: Tools of the Trade

13:42

Embroidery is a great hobby to take up as it doesn’t require too many tools. Learn about the hoops, needles, thread snips, embroidery floss and patterns required to complete your first project. Then check out a few other options that will personalize your projects with style.

Session 3: Pattern Transfer Techniques

13:24

Adhering a pattern to fabric might be the trickiest part of embroidery. Learn a variety of methods for permanently and temporarily placing a pattern for embroidery. Jessica Giardino will also show you tips for working with light and dark fabrics alike.

Session 4: Getting Started

7:09

Now that you know all the tools you’ll need and you’ve transferred your pattern to your fabric, you’re ready to get started stitching. This session will show you how to hoop your fabric successfully, separate floss easily and thread your needle quickly. Learn how to start any stitch successfully and how to end each stitch securely.

Session 5: Running Stitch & Back Stitch

8:21

Learn the two basic stitches of embroidery, the running stitch and the back stitch. These two stitches will be carefully demonstrated allowing students to watch the stitch several times in order to allow them to master these techniques. The running stitch and back stitch are great for outlines and lettering.

Session 6: Blanket Stitch & Varied Length Stitch

7:32

Check out the blanket stitch and the varied length stitch. These two stitches will be carefully demonstrated allowing students to watch the stitch several times in order to allow them to master these techniques. These two stitches look wonderful as an edging or border.

Session 7: Chain Stitch & Daisy Stitch

7:15

Discover the chain stitch and daisy stitch as Jessica Giardino stitches them out with ease. These two stitches will be carefully demonstrated allowing students to watch the stitch several times in order to allow them to master these techniques. The chain stitch looks great as a border or highlight on any project, while the daisy stitch is perfect for a floral accent.

Session 8: Cross Stitch & Herringbone Stitch

8:28

Learn the cross stitch and herringbone stitch in this session. These two stitches will be carefully demonstrated allowing students to watch the stitch several times in order to allow them to master these techniques. The cross stitch and herringbone stitch look great vertical or horizontal as a border or on their own.

Session 9: Feather Stitch & Fishbone Stitch

7:51

Learn the crawling feather stitch or the leaf-like fishbone stitch, the focus of this session. These two stitches will be carefully demonstrated allowing students to watch the stitch several times in order to allow them to master these techniques. These stitches will add a touch of nature to any project.

Session 10: French Knots & Seed Stitches

8:39

Learn the secrets to creating French knots and seed stitches. These two stitches will be carefully demonstrated allowing students to watch the stitch several times in order to allow them to master these techniques. Both the French knot and the seed stitch are considered fill stitches.

Session 11: Satin Stitch & Brick Stitch

7:49

Add the satin stitch and brick stitch to your repertoire. These two stitches will be carefully demonstrated allowing students to watch the stitch several times in order to allow them to master these techniques. These two stitches can be used as a fill or a border.

Session 12: Finishing Up

7:50

Get some great tips for finishing up your embroidery project. Learn how to remove oils from your hands during the stitching process. Then take a gander at a variety of finished projects. These examples are sure to provide ample inspiration. Prepare for your fingers to be itching to get stitching.

12 Lessons

1 hrs 45 mins

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Discover the art of embroidery! This ancient handcraft has been fascinating humanity for time untold. Follow along as the instructor, Jessica Giardino, demonstrates all the tools required, shows off her tricks for transferring patterns to fabric in a variety of ways, and then hand stitches 14 different embroidery stitches.

In this class, you’ll find everything you need to know, whether you are looking to get started in hand embroidery or just brush up on your skills. Check out the coolest new patterns from modern day stitches. Watch as all the stitches you need to know to get started are shown in high detail.

The stitches demonstrated in this class include:

Running stitch
Back stitch
Blanket stitch
Varied length stitch
Chain stitch
Daisy stitch
Cross stitch
Herringbone stitch
Feather stitch
Fishbone stitch
French knots
Seed stitch
Satin stitch
Brick stitch

Included with this class are full instructions to hand stitch an embroidery sampler and suggestions for how to turn it into a variety of projects. Students can choose to use the freezer paper method for printing the embroidery pattern directly onto their fabric or any of the other methods demonstrated in the class for transferring the pattern.

You will even receive a Class Resource Guide which includes a cutting guide and two different versions of the sampler to allow students to choose their preferred method of fabric transfer, step-by-step, written project instructions for turning the sampler into a delightful throw pillow and a Shopping Guide. Walk away from the class inspired to stitch up something one-of-a-kind in no time at all.

Jessica Giardino

Hailing from a long line of artists, crafters and make-do-and-menders, Jessica grew up enjoying several different creative outlets. As an adult this has translated into finding any excuse to create daily. Her passion for sewing was handed down from her grandmother and mother. Previously, Jessica worked as a member of the amazing team that creates Sew News, Creative Machine Embroidery, and Sew it All magazines. Her work has appeared in the pages of each publication and she was featured on two episodes of Sew it All TV. When not stitching, Jessica can be found walking her tiny dog, seeking out delicious tacos, and playing all sorts of games in Portland, OR.

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