Embroidery with a sewing machine

Adding Different Materials

A course by Amanda McCavour , Embroidery artist

99% positive reviews (105)

6,339 students

Audio: English

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About the video: Adding Different Materials

Overview

“Now, I will start stitching the collar I have designed for my course project. I will continue working with the basic stitches, but now I will incorporate thicker threads and applique into the design.”

In this video lesson Amanda McCavour addresses the topic: Adding Different Materials, which is part of the Domestika online course: Embroidery with a sewing machine. Discover the art of making collar pieces by practicing different embroidery stitches with a sewing machine..

Partial transcription of the video

“In this lesson we're going to start on our final project and apply all of the stitches we've learned. So you can see here that I've already hooped my fabric and my pattern. It's something that you've set up before. To get started with your final project, you're going to use the water-soluble stabilizer that you've already transferred your design to. You're going to insert that with your fabric into your hoop and roll the sides and pin them so you're ready to go. I suggest starting in the middle of your collar and working your way out as you start to stitch. This will help to keep even tensi...”

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Course summary for: Embroidery with a sewing machine

Level: Beginner
99% positive reviews (105)
6339 students
5 units
16 lessons (2h 44m)
8 downloads

Category
Craft, Fashion
Areas
Accessory Design, Botanical Illustration, Embroidery, Fashion Design, Fiber Arts, Sewing, Textile Design

Amanda McCavour

A course by Amanda McCavour

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Embroidery artist

Amanda McCavour is an accomplished artist known for her intricate and immersive embroidered installations. Through her creative exploration, Amanda discovered the immense potential of using embroidery as a form of drawing and expression. Her delicate, colourful, and textured works have garnered recognition in galleries, museums, and media outlets worldwide.

With a passion for nature and the ability to translate its beauty into thread, Amanda's installations evoke a dream-like experience for viewers. By removing the traditional sewing machine foot and embracing free-motion embroidery, she has found a unique way to create dynamic and layered pieces. Amanda's expertise and passion make her the ideal instructor to guide you on your embroidery journey.