Temari Basics: Flowers and Embellishments
Temari Basics: Flowers and Embellishments with Dana Watson
Expand your temari basics toolbox by learning several different variations of the kiku herringbone stitch, commonly used to create flower motifs, and then learn some embellishment techniques to make your designs look more finished and complete! While technically a continuation of the first Temari Basics class (wrapped bands, spindles, and triwings), this class is open to all. While some prior experience is helpful, if you're an adventurous beginner, feel free to jump in! Students will be expected to wrap their own bases ahead of time (video provided).
This small group class is presented in collaboration with John C. Campbell Folk School and Lessonface. Students are invited to attend an optional Orientation and Closing Ceremony to connect with various online Folk School classes.
Class Materials
Students should provide:
Students will need to prepare an already wrapped base (requiring core material, yarn, serger thread), size 5 pearl cotton in 3-4 colors of their choice, a long sharp darner needle (ie, sashiko or Brazilian embroidery needle), thread scissors, pins (multicolored if possible), and a measuring tape with cm markings. 1/4" wide paper strips (as from a paper shredder or for use in paper quilling) are very useful but not required if you have a measuring tape and a willingness to do math.
Age Range
12+
Skill Level
Beginner
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About the John C. Campbell Folk School & Lessonface
Since 1925, the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, North Carolina has transformed lives, and brought people together in a nurturing environment for experiences in learning and community life that spark self-discovery. Since 2012, Lessonface has connected more than 30,000 students with over 2,500 great teachers for live music, language, and arts lessons online, delivering on our mission to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably.
When
The class will meet for three weekly 3-hour live online sessions.
Enrolled students receive 60-day access to the video recordings of the classes.
How It Works
Enroll above to save your spot in the class. Lessonface will send you a confirmation right away, and a Zoom link 24 hours before the class start time. You can log into your Lessonface dashboard to access class materials, communicate with your instructor, join the live Zoom session, and access the class recordings and chat transcript afterward.
Refund Policy: To cancel an enrollment or request a refund, contact [email protected]. For 30+ days before, we refund 95%. Between 30 and 5 days, receive a 75% refund. No refunds within 5 days of class start date. Materials kit fees are non-refundable.
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Dana Watson
Dana Watson used to have a variety of handcraft hobbies, but they all fell to the wayside when she discovered temari in 2005. She is a member of the Japan Temari Association, and in 2016 traveled to Japan to learn more about regional temari styles. She has been teaching at the John C.