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Introduction to Jacobean
Traditionally worked in crewel wool on linen, this decorative technique is one of the earliest forms of surface stitching. The style "Jacobean" developed in the 17th century influenced by imported Indian chintzes and depictions of exotic flora and fauna brought home by travellers to the Far East. Using the "Tree of Life" foliage designs, English embroiderers added insects and quirky animals. Jacobean has been a popular style over the centuries but crewel stitches can also be used for contemporary designs. A range of surface stitches and an element of shading makes it an ideal technique with which to start.
Jacobean is a very suitable technique for beginners. You will be supplied with a kit containing fabric with a design in place, threads, needles and instructions. The design will introduce you to a range of approximately six to ten crewelwork stitches and show you how a range of colours is used with tonal accents. The two day class will offer a more complex design but will still be suitable for inexperienced stitchers
31 October 2009 Helen McCook ref 913;
24 January 2010 Helen McCook ref 031;
13 March 2010 Rebecca Ray ref 043;
29 & 30 June 2010 tutor tbc ref 077
Introduction to Historic Jacobean
Early Jacobean-style designs were worked with red thread on linen. You will be supplied with a period design and materials and will learn four traditional stitches; then choose a further two or three stitches to individualise your monochrome embroidery. Ideal for beginners, and an interesting slant on the technique for those with more experience. Examples of English embroidery (circa 1630 -1670) will be on view during this class.
19 September 2009 Owen Davies ref 904
Developing Jacobean
Explore more detailed use of crewelwork stitches with more complex designs and use of colour range. Design, material pack and instructions supplied.
13 & 14 February 2010 Jessica Aldred ref 034;
19 & 20 June 2010 Helen Stevens ref 071
NEW COURSE - Crewelwork Project f
Since the 17th century crewelwork has been used for soft furnishings such as wall and bed hangings, curtains, cushions and screens. This course enables you to continue the tradition by exploring tree and plant forms to interpret your own design, transfer your design onto linen and embroider a crewel work cushion cover.
16 to 20 August 2010 (5 days) Amber Khokhar & Kate Sinton-Clark ref 089
