How to Write a Stitch Guide

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Class Length:		One or Two Days If One Day, maximum of 10 students If Two Day, maximum of 20 students
Proficiency Level:		All
Class Description:		Have you ever bought The Most Gorgeous Painted Canvas Ever -- and then not had the foggiest idea what to do with it? Is it so pretty you don't know where to start? Are you desperately afraid it will only look good in basketweave? Well, this is your class. Carole will teach you how to write a stitch guide for your canvas, step by step, stitch by stitch. By the end of this non-stitching class, we will have discussed stitch possibilities for dozens of canvases, and you will be ready to confidently write your own stitch guide for future purchases, thread selection to stitch selection.
Targeted Audience:		Canvas workers who prefer stitching on hand-painted canvases, but who are not secure about choosing threads and stitches Students of all levels will benefit from this class.
Class Content:		Teacher will present a systematic method for writing a stitch guide. Design issues, color choices and thread choices are included. A trip to the Seminar Shop to the designs on display may be included. Each student's canvas will be individually discussed with the entire class. Input from both teacher and fellow class members are an integral part of the learning process. What this class is not: This is not a class where the teacher will write a stitch guide for the student, either in advance of the class or during the class. What this class is: This class will teach the student to confidently select threads for painted canvases and how to write their own stitch guide. It will instruct them in the creative use of threads and stitches for embellishment.
Kit Cost:		$15, includes an extensive book including thread information, hundreds of stitch possibilities and stitch guide charts.
Student to Supply:		One hand-painted canvas of his/her choice

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Last Updated June 23, 2005