{"product_id":"stitched-portraits-story-telling-online-course","title":"Stitched Portraits and Story Telling Online Course","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1sp67mj\" data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eLearn how to turn your sewing machine into a drawing tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eThis course walks you step-by-step from controlled stitching into expressive, free-motion work—building confidence as you go. You’ll learn how to move beyond straight lines and start creating fluid, energetic marks with stitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eWe focus on both \u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"589\"\u003etechnical setup\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"614\"\u003ecreative freedom\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you understand not just how it works, but how to make it your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lu54u9\" data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oa8vss\" data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eHow to set up your sewing machine for free-motion stitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"151z5p6\" data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eHow to move from rigid lines to loose, expressive mark-making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ofgx9n\" data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eWhich materials, threads, and fabrics give the best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vfd9pe\" data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eHow to build images using layered fabric and stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qveo8g\" data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eHow to approach portraits without overthinking or freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"72ejcd\" data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eCourse Structure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bz1zoj\" data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e1. Setting Up for Freedom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eYou’ll learn how to adapt your sewing machine for free-motion work—adjusting tension, foot, and movement so the machine responds to you, not the other way around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uw13qf\" data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e2. Raw Edge Appliqué: Building with Fabric\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eWe begin with a structured exercise: stitching a layered flower using raw edge appliqué.\u003cbr data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eThis introduces you to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oerqgn\" data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003elayering colour and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ox5cn\" data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003econtrolling stitch direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ctv8c5\" data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003ebuilding depth through fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3. Drawing Faces with Stitch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eNext, we loosen up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eThrough a series of relaxed exercises, you’ll start drawing faces directly with stitch—quick, imperfect, and expressive.\u003cbr data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eThe aim here is to remove hesitation and build fluency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e4. Free-Motion Portrait\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eYou’ll bring everything together into a fully freehand stitched portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003eThis is where your individual style starts to emerge—no templates, no rules, just response and instinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e5. Support for Confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eIf jumping straight into freehand feels intimidating, I include practical methods to guide you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kz4jwr\" data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eStitching over printed imagery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1intq0j\" data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003eUsing water-soluble stabiliser with pre-drawn designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"poxfp8\" data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003eWorking from simple reference structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003eThese allow you to build confidence without losing the expressive quality of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1d2f0ml\" data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Approach\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003eYou’ll be working with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1psb9yc\" data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003elayered fabrics, canvas and fabric scraps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1poxm7t\" data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003ea mix of threads (including decorative options)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e0z45o\" data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003esoluble papers and using printed paper guide techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2790\"\u003eAn optional kit is available with everything prepared for you, so you can begin immediately without sourcing materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003eThis course is not about perfection or neat sewing.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2893\"\u003eIt’s about:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ueht4b\" data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2906\"\u003emovement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a7vncq\" data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003eexpression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bmfgpc\" data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003estorytelling through stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Materials \u0026amp; Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of tools to kick-start your Free-Motion Embroidery Journey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA box filled with everything you need to complete Stitched Portraits and Story Telling Workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside you will find...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1x black coats moon thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"33Tznu\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1x pack of 5 Schmetz size 90 needles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"vkNtOf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1x universal embroidery foot, for your machine (not Bernina)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"D21jvu\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1x gold sparkle thread Guttermann\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"SjrvVB\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3x sheets of A4 water soluble paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"vZTrKx\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1x sheet of A4 paper pre printed with a Frida Kahlo-esk portrait\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"8atIPN\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5x pieces of canvas cut for each exercise of the workshop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"cHOeJk\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2x felt tip pen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"sBccuo\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6x a3 paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"aYqMMw\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bundle of colourful scrap fabrics from my personal collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"OTLOgs\"\u003e\u003cbr data-sleek-node-id=\"wycaNl\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will also need a pair of sharp embroidery scissors, my favourite are the Milward Unicorn Scissors. 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