“Inspired by nature, created in thread”

Tumbling over the hedgerows in summer the apple scented blooms of the Sweet Briar Rose are synonymous with the English countryside, but sadly the warmer days always come to an end and with that the flowers fall. The core practice of Lemon Pepper Studio is to conserve and preserve through thread, creating what is seen and making it last forever. Taking inspiration from its fleeting wild unruliness this class will teach you how to create a floral cutting of a Sweet Briar in thread. 

Using techniques from Stumpwork, an intricate and pleasing embroidery practice that studies a three-dimensional use of threads, this class will teach you the framework you can use to translate a flower into a 3D embroidery. Originating from ecclesiastical embroidery prior to its rise in popularity in the 17th century Stumpwork has expanded to become a genre of embroidery that allows for much freedom and experimentation when creating work. This more modern form of the practice does not have to be restrained by strict guidelines but is more about the beauty of artistic embroidery, something that makes it perfect for interpreting those hard to capture moments of magic in nature. 

Together we will work through the process of putting a design on to fabric and wiring it up to create a 3D shape for the petals and leaves. Then the class will progress on to the intricate details of combining thread painting and double sided stitching, you will work to refine your skills in both these areas whilst stitching the flowers 3D elements. You will learn how to construct the piece and create the beautiful additional elements of the flower centre and the rosehips. The finished embroidery can then either be displayed in the embroidery frame it was stitched in or can be re-framed as you wish. 

A prior knowledge of embroidery is recommended, this class is aimed at intermediate embroiderers. This class is also run from a kit meaning that you will be able to continue embroidering after teaching has finished, I will also be available for any questions via email too. 

Class kit

Pippa has created a kit especially for class at a cost of £72.00. Full details of how to purchase this and other stitching accessories will be sent to you at the time you make your balance payment.