Embroidery portraits on fabric
A course by Defne GüntürkünTextile designer and artist
A course by Defne Güntürkün, Textile designer and artist
Create embroidered portraits on felt and make unique and personalized works of art.
Embark on a creative journey led by textile designer and artist, Defne Güntürkün, and discover the fascinating world of embroidery. Learn how to breathe new life into this traditional craft. With Defne's guidance, you will master the art of drawing portraits brimming with enchanting floral elements using nothing but a needle and thread.
In this online course, you will unleash your creativity as you delve into the captivating realm of embroidery. Defne's aim is to offer you a fresh perspective, revolutionizing the way you approach this timeless craft. Through her unique and inspirational art pieces, she showcases the power of embroidery to express love for nature and people with originality and fun.
Throughout the course, you will acquire essential techniques and hone your skills, allowing you to experiment freely and create mesmerizing compositions. From mastering the main stitches to transferring your drawing onto fabric, Defne will lead you step by step through the intricacies of embroidery. Embrace patience and technique, and witness your ideas and emotions come alive with every stitch.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 20 downloads
The Materials Needed
3 minutes, 57 seconds
About Portraiture
6 minutes, 45 seconds
Choosing Floral Decorations
6 minutes, 29 seconds
The Color Palette
4 minutes, 31 seconds
Practicing the Stitches 1
13 minutes, 12 seconds
The Outlines: Sketching with Thread
10 minutes, 36 seconds
What's included in this course?
To start, you will dive into the basics of drawing portraits, capturing the essence of your subject and infusing it with floral elements. Afterward, you'll learn the art of selecting fitting reference photos, ensuring your compositions are visually engaging and captivating.
Next, you will discover the techniques and tricks to transfer your drawing onto fabric, paving the way for your embroidery masterpiece. From outlining the portrait to intricately stitching the hair and infusing it with rich floral details, you'll bring depth and life to your artwork.
Finally, you'll put the finishing touches on your creation, adding those final details that make your embroidery truly exceptional. Throughout the course, Defne will emphasize the importance of technique and encourage you to embrace experimentation, enabling you to convey ideas and emotions with every stitch.
What is this course's project?
In the final project of this course, you will apply everything you've learned to create a stunning embroidered portrait filled with intricate floral elements. You'll draw upon your newfound skills in selecting references, transferring drawings, and employing a variety of stitches to bring your composition to life.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course welcomes anyone who is eager to embark on a creative journey and explore the world of embroidery. Whether you're an absolute beginner with no prior experience in drawing or embroidery, or you have some existing skills you'd like to expand upon, this course is designed to meet you where you are.
Requirements and materials
To participate in this course, you'll need a few basic materials. Gather your needles, embroidery floss, cotton fabric, scissors, an embroidery hoop, a reference picture, tracing paper, and a pencil. These tools will provide you with everything you need to bring your creative visions to life through embroidery. So, let your imagination run wild and get ready to dive into this captivating craft.
Reviews
- 2 months ago
Amei o curso, estou ansiosa para aplicar. Super recomendo!
- 1 year ago
Me gusta mucho como explica todo con calma. Excelente curso.
- 1 year ago
Totalmente recomendable, un trabajo impecable y bien explicado. Gracias
- 1 year ago
Yes I would recommend this course. It ends with a beautiful portrait and is simple enough that even a beginner can end up with something amazing that they can be proud of.
- 1 year ago
Me encantó este curso, aprendí mucho y es una gran experiencia.
For over a decade, Defne has been crafting her art in her magical art studio, exploring the limitless possibilities of embroidery. Her work reflects her love for nature, and she draws inspiration from the ever-changing seasons, the vibrant colors, and the intricate details found in every aspect of the natural world. Defne's unique perspective and her ability to convey ideas and feelings through needle and thread make her an inspiring guide on your embroidery journey.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Getting Started with Embroidered Portraits
- The Materials Needed
- About Portraiture
- Choosing Floral Decorations
- The Color Palette
- U3
Creating the Embroidery Portrait
- Practicing the Stitches 1
- Practicing the Stitches 2
- Transferring the Image onto the Fabric
- The Outlines: Sketching with Thread
- The Hair
- U4
Last Details
- The Floral Details 1
- The Floral Details 2
- Finishing the Hoop
- FP
Final project
- Realistic embroidery portrait
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers all essential techniques and materials needed to start creating embroidered portraits and botanical motifs from scratch.
You'll need basic embroidery supplies: fabric, hoop, needles, embroidery floss, tracing paper, marking pen, scissors, and reference images. The course provides detailed guidance on selecting each item.
You’ll learn how to sketch and transfer portraits and botanical designs onto fabric, choose color palettes, master basic and advanced stitches, and combine embroidery with other materials for creative projects.
No prior experience is necessary. The course starts with foundational techniques and gradually builds up to more advanced methods, making it accessible to complete beginners.
The course teaches you step-by-step how to sketch simplified portraits, use tracing paper and marking pens, and transfer your design onto fabric accurately.
Yes, you’ll learn how to select, simplify, and adapt your own flower and portrait photos as embroidery references, ensuring your projects are personal and unique.
You’ll master stitches like backstitch, split stitch, feather stitch, French knots, wheel stitch, and long and short stitch for shading and detail work.