Embroidery on Wood: Art Inspired by Nature
A course by Sara Pastrana (Flourishing Fibers) , Graphic Designer and Fiber Artist
Joined July 2021
Discover how to add threads and textures to a piece of wood to create a unique work of art, from drilling to stitching and hanging
Joined July 2021
The organic interplay between colorful, delicate thread, and the rustic quality of wood allows for a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. Graphic designer and fiber artist Sara Pastrana specializes in making pieces that combine expressive embroidery with woodworking which she shares with over 15K Instagram followers and through her business Flourishing Fibers.
In this course, she teaches you how to design and create embroidery pieces specifically for wood. Explore various embroidering techniques, learn how to plan and drill the holes for stitching, and see how to display your work. Transform a piece of wood into a striking work of art.
What will you learn in this online course?
20 lessons & 26 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (32)
- 1,340 students
- 20 lessons (3h 54m)
- 26 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
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- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Embroider a floral moth motif onto a wood slice.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone who enjoys combining different craft mediums, wants to discover a unique type of embroidery, or is interested in exploring their skills using power tools for creative projects.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is required.
In terms of materials, you’ll need thread, needles, a rotary power tool, drill bits, and auxiliary tools like pliers, sandpaper, wood dowels, and glue.
Reviews
Sara Pastrana (Flourishing Fibers)
A course by Sara Pastrana (Flourishing Fibers)
Sara Pastrana is a graphic designer and fiber artist based in Los Angeles, California. She has worked as a graphic designer for more than 14 years since studying the subject at university. She felt a strong desire to pursue a creative outlet different to her day job, where she was able to work with her hands, and started making embroidery art in 2012. She began experimenting with different types or materials until she found her passion for working with wood and paper.
Embroidering with unconventional materials and learning to build custom panels allowed Sara to develop both her creative and technical skills. Sara has established her niche of combining woodworking technology with traditional, hand-crafted embroidery. She later founded her own business, Flourishing Fibers, where she sells kits, equipment, and her pieces, and she also shares her work with over 15K followers on Instagram.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Materials and Practicing Embroidery Techniques
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Materials and Tools
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Getting Familiar with Your Rotary Tool
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Finding Your Inspiration
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Planning Your Stitches
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Practice Sampler 1
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Practice Sampler 2
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U3
Finalizing Your Embroidery Design
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Embroidery Pattern 1
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Embroidery Pattern 2
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Selecting Colors
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Transferring Your Pattern to Wood
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U4
Bringing It All Together to Create Your Project
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Drilling and Preserving Your Template
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Embroidery Stitching Order 1
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Embroidery Stitching Order 2
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Outline Stitching Techniques
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Stitching with Metallic Threads
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U5
Finishing Touches and Enhancing Your Final Piece
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Back Covering and Care Tips
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Attaching Hardware and Final Details
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Photographing for Social Media
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FP
Final project
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Embroidery on Wood: Art Inspired by Nature
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FAQs
Wood embroidery involves stitching designs onto wooden surfaces by drilling holes and passing thread through them. Unlike fabric embroidery, it requires special tools and techniques to prepare the wood and ensure clean, secure stitching.
This course is best for those with some basic embroidery knowledge or craft experience, as it covers intermediate techniques and tools specific to wood and mixed-media embroidery projects.
You’ll need wood panels, embroidery threads, needles, drill or rotary tool (like a Dremel), drill bits, painter’s tape, template paper, scissors, adhesive spray, and sanding block. The course covers how to select and use these items for best results.
Yes, the course teaches you how to develop original geometric, floral, and organic patterns, plus methods for transferring these designs onto wood or paper for embroidery.
The course demonstrates marking, spacing, and drilling techniques using hand tools or rotary tools, along with tips for protecting the wood surface and avoiding splintering or burrs.
You’ll learn key stitches like backstitch, chain stitch, French knot, lazy daisy, couching, turkey work, woven wheel, and raised leaf, with adaptations for wood.
The course covers both approaches, showing how to use CNC for precision and hand tools for flexibility, so you can choose based on your resources and project needs.
Muy buen curso me encanto
Very nice course. Instructor clearly explains everything. I like to learn a new creative outlet and this fits perfectly.
Excelente
Molto bello, spiegato bene. Consiglio.
Very nice course, clearly explained and inspiring