Description
Canvas stitches are a form of counted work embroidery that are often used to create densely worked designs, for both embroidered furnishings and other decorative objects where durability is important. These designs often incorporate stitches that help the embroiderer convey a sense of texture and movement on a counted gridded ground fabric.
- Tent Stitch
- Byzantine Stitch
- Florentine Stitch
- Parisian Stitch
This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced stitchers who want to learn something new.
About Lauren:
Lauren Yeager is a textile artist with a particular interest in studying and preserving traditional garments and embroidery. This led her to studying with the Royal School of Needlework in the UK, and later with the Japanese Embroidery Center and Ecole Lesage as well. She has a BFA in Fashion Design from Columbia College in Chicago, and has received multiple awards for construction and design in costume and in hand embroidery, including the DCASE individual artist grant from the City of Chicago.
Most recently, Lauren worked as a senior educator for the San Francisco School of Needlework & Design before independently launching Elba Embroidery. Previously, Lauren was a production assistant for visual artist Nick Cave in his Chicago studio, building soundsuits for museum installations and private collections. She has extensive experience as a freelance artist, assisting in costume production for various performances and competitions.