San Francisco School of Needlework and Design

06/20/2023

July 19 join SFSNAD in conversation with Alison Cole on Writing and Design for Embroidery Books.

Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/web-alison-cole-on-writing-and-design-for-embroidery-books-tickets-547960022177?aff=odeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=f510c1742a&mc_eid=3274e6799a

About this webinar: Embroidery book author and designer Alison Cole has been embroidering for most of her life and her love of it has seen her try her hand at a large array of techniques – but her favorites have always been Goldwork and Stumpwork embroidery for which she is renowned worldwide.

Alison furthered her studies in embroidery, gaining an Intermediate Certificate through the Embroiderers’ Guild in Melbourne and completing numerous other courses including Train the Trainer Adult Education Course and Art for the Stitch - a design and color course for embroidery artists. In addition to her studies, Alison has received numerous awards for her creations throughout her long-standing career, as well as authoring several "how to" embroidery books on the subjects of Goldwork and Stumpwork embroideries.

06/16/2023

Next Month: SFSNAD comes to Chicago!

Our Intro Series: Animal course is being taught for the first time at Maydel by SFSNAD Educator Lauren Yeager. Join us in-person on Sunday, July 16 from 10:30am - 3:30pm CDT!

If you're just starting an embroidery journey or an expert looking for a fun new design, this is a great class for you!

Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chicago-in-person-introduction-to-embroidery-animal-with-lauren-yeager-tickets-586041123777?aff=odeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=f510c1742a&mc_eid=3274e6799a

06/08/2023

SOLD OUT! Online Color Basics: Mixed Media for Surface Embroidery with Sarah Benning happening Sat, June 24 from 10am - 1pm PDT

About: Spend time painting and stitching a contemporary design on paper with artist and stitcher Sarah Benning. In this three-hour class, you'll start by sketching, then Sarah will guide you through the process of transferring your sketch onto thick watercolor paper. Next, explore basic color mixing and brush techniques before painting your design. Sarah will present a sampling of stitches you might want to use such as running stitch, backstitch, whipped backstitch, couching, and other combinations that work well on paper. You'll apply the chosen stitches to your painting and end with time to ask questions and share your work.

Click here to learn more: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/online-color-basics-mixed-media-for-surface-embroidery-with-sarah-benning-tickets-596207070397?aff=odeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=f510c1742a&mc_eid=3274e6799a

06/06/2023

06/06/2023

Online Textured Crewelwork with Lauren Yeager (Three Session Class)

A classic crewel design! Stitch this adorable mouse and flower happening Friday, Sept 8, 15, and 22 from 10am - 1pm PT

Crewelwork is a great technique for learning and exploring interesting stitches. Using traditional crewel wool, you will learn and practice highly textured stitches, such as turkey rug, French knots, coral stitch, woven picots, trellis, and a basic padding technique which will help to give the design more dimension.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/online-stumpwork-mole-with-lauren-yeager-three-session-class-tickets-623814123837?aff=odeimcmailchimp&mc_eid=3274e6799a&mc_cid=f510c1742a

06/03/2023

SFSNAD's incredible Comprehensive Studies Program in Needlepainting is now offered online!

Learn needlepainting in this dynamic and intensive course from the comfort of your home; happening once a week from Aug 10 - Nov 2 from 10am - 2pm PT.

About this course:
Level 1: FOUNDATION
Needlepainting creates naturalistic embroidered effects on a two-dimensional surface. This effect is typically worked in long and short stitches, in rows that either overlap or interlock with one another. The blending of colors, the sheen of the thread, and the staggered and angled manipulation of the threads leads to realistic-looking flowers, foliage, animals, figures and draping in embroidery. This technique is also referred to as thread painting, silk shading, long and short, and soft shading.

During this course we will cover many techniques, including:
Natural shading
Tapestry shading
Canvas shading
Split stitch shading
Crewelwork
Free style thread painting
Flat silk stitching

Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/online-comprehensive-studies-program-needlepainting-l1-w-lauren-yeager-tickets-591834331417?aff=odeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=f510c1742a&mc_eid=3274e6799a

06/01/2023

June Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/sfsnad/june-newsletter-1466455

Summer time in SF = Foggy days for stitching!

05/31/2023

Join SFSNAD and Kylee Alexander for an upcoming webinar happening June 14 from 10 - 11:30 am PT.

About this event: "Fashion Design alumnus from the School of the Art Institute in Chicago, Kylee Alexander created her very own eponymous clothing line in 2017, Kiki's Quilty Pleasures brand, the topic of this discussion soon to followed in 2020.

Kylee also acts as a cofounding member of "She Makes Chicago", an organization dedicated to improving the landscape for creative entrepreneurship within Chicago. Her work as an organizer and educator further extends to Lecturing on the topic of Fashion Design for SAIC, teaching undergraduate studies, and workshop-based courses for both the Early College Program and Adult Continuing Education program within the school.

For her design work, Kylee utilizes found textiles and furs for creating artisanal quilted garments from her studio in Chicago, Il.

Believing in the importance of honoring the craftsmanship of vintage quilts and their makers, Kylee founded Kiki's Quilty Pleasures as a way of reclaiming quilts and transforming them into artisanal quilt coats with a contemporary flair."

Register for a free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/591508456717

05/24/2023

Join SFSNAD's next popup class at NUMU () with Allison Railo to stitch a May Morris-Inspired Pincushion happening Saturday, June 24 from 1 - 5pm PDT

Where: New Museum Los Gatos + Art Studio 106 East Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030

Open to all levels!

Cost: $135 for the General Public
$125 for SFSNAD members at the Silk and Gold levels
$125 for NUMU members

Class Description: This crewelwork pincushion motif was inspired by the May Morris-designed bed hangings on William Morris’s bed at Kelmscott Manor. It incorporates the Rose Wreath Panel, designed by William Morris and stitched by May. The pincushion was created using crewel wool on a linen ground and stitched in the authentic fashion of May Morris.

In this four-hour class, suitable for beginners, learn how the stitches are worked and how they have evolved over time. Stitches to explore include Long and Short Stitch, Satin Stitch, Trellis Stitch and Stem Stitch.

Supplies: All materials are included in the cost of the class and will be provided to you during class.

Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/los-gatos-in-person-may-morris-inspired-pincushion-at-numu-w-allison-railo-tickets-590498235117

05/20/2023

Check out our upcoming webinar featuring the incredible Alison Cole on Writing and Design for Embroidery Books happening Wednesday, July 19 at 3pm PDT.

About this event: Embroidery book author and designer Alison Cole has been embroidering for most of her life and her love of it has seen her try her hand at a large array of techniques – but her favorites have always been Goldwork and Stumpwork embroidery for which she is renowned worldwide.

Alison furthered her studies in embroidery, gaining an Intermediate Certificate through the Embroiderers’ Guild in Melbourne and completing numerous other courses including Train the Trainer Adult Education Course and Art for the Stitch - a design and color course for embroidery artists. In addition to her studies, Alison has received numerous awards for her creations throughout her long-standing career, as well as authoring several "how to" embroidery books on the subjects of Goldwork and Stumpwork embroideries.

Alison considers herself fortunate to be a freelance artist in an industry which she loves, both professionally designing and teaching embroidery for over twenty-five years. Her career has given her the opportunity to study, teach and exhibit around the world, meeting wonderful like-minded people.

Alison will dive into her current book and embroidery projects with attendees, shining a bit of light on the process of design and embroidery instruction.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/web-alison-cole-on-writing-and-design-for-embroidery-books-tickets-547960022177

05/16/2023

Calling all stitchers in Kentucky!

SFSNAD is hitting the road this June for a very special series of our Technique Taster workshops taught by SNAD educator Lauren Yeager in person at the Bead Embroidery and Design Studio! Learn the fundamentals of different embroidery techniques in these short 3 hour classes!

Goldwork - Saturday, June 24 / 10am - 1pm
Needlpainting - Saturday, June 24 / 2 - 5pm
Whitework - Sunday, June 25 / 10am - 1pm
Blackwork - Sunday, June 25 / 2 - 5pm

Click here to learn more: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/590231356877