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  • Embroidery Journaling

    Study Embroidery with Barbara Zappulla at the Visual Arts Center (VAC) Students will study basic & unusual stitches, color blending, develop artistic ideas & reinterpret those using the learned stitches. Each journal will be recording all learning, experiments, examples & ideas w/finished journal the students’ personal embroidery resource”. No Drawing skills necessary.

    Supplies
    • 10x12 mixed media spiral bound book
    • 4.5" x 9' oval embroidery hoop (plastic preferred) 
    • 8" round embroidery hoop - optional (plastic preferred) 
    • Embroidery Needles - several sizes from medium to large (length to be long) 
    • DMC 6 strand floss: minimum 6 different colors and 2 of each color 
    • 1 crochet hook size H or D (instructor will have some to use in class)
    • Color pencils, 2B pencil, small scissors, gum eraser, glue (Elmer's) and old magazines for cutting up, 3 small plastic storage bags (sandwich sized) 
    • Muslin about 1/3 yard - Joanne Fabrics 36"w SE Bleached (white) 
    Instructor will have available to view:
    Reference Books:
      1. The Embroidery Stitch Bible, Betty Barnden 
      2. Floral Stitches, Judith Baker Montano 
      3. Embroidery Flora and Fauna, Lesley Turpin-Delport and Nikki Delport-Wepener 
    In Support of The Visual Arts Center
    The Visual Arts Center serves Charlotte County, and beyond, with three major galleries, 6 classrooms, jewelry, glass, pottery & fiber studios, Gift Shop, Art Supply Store, and VAC logo items. Our 12,000 square foot facility provides the best art classes, instructors and exhibit opportunities for the community. Our courses are designed for all ages and skill levels, and we offer classes and workshops in a variety of arts media throughout the year.