C.A. Wells returns to Alameda February 21 & 22 to teach one of her newest pieces and some favorites from previous classes she's taught. The pieces C.A. will be teaching are below. Registration information is at the bottom of the page.
Finish this unique triangular block cushion totally by hand! Class requires pre-stitching of either C.A.'s Sampler Tri-Block or Berlin Work Tri-Block. In class you will complete the finishing of your tri-block using C.A.'s Linen Binding to join the bias edge to a straights edge. All by hand, and all executed from the outside - no turning inside out ensures a smooth picture perfect finish.
You may purchase either kit in advance to pre-stitch or you may bring a previously purchased C.A. tri-block kit. The stitching that should be completed before class is the double four-sided stitch border around the band and the front and back pieces of the triangle. If you have questions on this or need assistance in pre-stitching the piece please contact Cathe Ray. If you need to purchase a kit indicate which kit you require when you register and it will be sent to you; or you may arrange to pick it up.
Saturday Feb. 21 1:30-5:30
Class fee for Tri-Block Finishing: $30
Silk Sampler Tri-Block
Embellished with a traditional sampler design this small keepsake accessory features antique borders of Cross Stitch on 330 count ivory linen. Special stitches using hand-dyed silk include the Zig Zag Chain, Three Sided, Algerian Eyelet, Diamond Eyelet, Hem Stitch, Buttonhole, Palestrina knot, Geometric Satin, Herringbone, Straight Rice, Four Sided and Hungarian.
Silk Sampler Tri-Block kit: $80
Berlin Work Tri-Block
Join a band of linen embellished with a garland of vibrant flowers around this unique piece. The Berlin work chart of flowers (circa 1850) gracing the front and back features a needlework poem. You'll stitch on 30 count ivory linen with brilliant shades of DMC floss and perle cotton #12 Ecru. Speciality stitches are the Wrapped Zig Zag Chain, Double Wrap Four Sided, Half Rhodes, Diagonal Rice, Hem Stitch, Diagonal Raised Cross, Palestrina knot, Diamond Rhodes and of course, C.A.'s exclusive Linen Binding Stitch.
Berlin Work Tri-Block kit: $70
Similar
to the tri-block sampler, the band block cushion features three surfaces to
stitch - front, back and band. Join a band of linen embellished with a
traditional sampler alphabet around this small keepsake accessory that. Antique
bands of Cross Stitch on 30 count ivory linen are bordered by Geometric Satin
sequence stitching with hand-dyed silk floss to show off those gorgeous
threads. Learn the Zig Zag Chain, Three Sided, Eyelet Diamond Eyelet, hem
Stitch, Buttonhole, Hungarian, Palestrina Knot, Satin, Herringbone, Straight
Rice, Four Sided and Half Rhodes. A sampler verse graces the front of the
cushion while your name and year are bordered by a Coil Filling Stitch on the
back. Learn a variation of C.A.'s Linen Binding Stitch to join the seams that
are pretty, precise and decorative. The inset band of letters allows this
cushion to stand alone while you enjoy the beautiful results.
Kit will be available without the silk threads for those that want to customize their thread choices. Raid your stash or purchase the threads through Needle In A Haystack. Threads can purchased in advance or at the time of the class. Please indicate whether you'll want a kit with or without threads when you register.
Sunday Feb. 22 1:30 - 5:30
Class fee: $30 - Band Block Kit without silk threads $65 - Band Block Kit with silk threads $80
Create a cylindrical
treasure for scissors storage with 35 count soft white linen, silk, and satin!
The bottom of the canister features leafy Renaissance vines swirling in
variegated silk colors of bold blue, green and honey gold. Mixed in the
balanced sequence of color are tied Rhodes stitches, palestrina knots and
diamond eyelet bordered by satin stitches. The top of the canister is stitched
randomly - free falling leaves of vibrant color bound by sequenced satin stitch
borders. Measuring 5" high by 2" diameter, this unique scissors
storage is tailored to fit with a hidden seam ladder stitch and lavishly
finished with Renaissance ribbon of blue and gold, smoky blue mother-of-pearl
buttons and a silky-satin gold fabric serving as the resting pillow for
scissors inside and gathered at each end accented by tiny twisted silk.
Saturday Feb. 21 1:30 - 5:30
Class fee including kit: $90
This pretty pincushion is made up of
lacy "windows" of pulled thread work. Learn six pulled patterns that
include Danish Pins, Step Stitch, Reed, Coil, Basket and Diagonal Cross. The 30
count ivory linen is divided into 1 ½ inch "windows" by
cornflower blue floss and then filled with the white work of pulled thread and
personalized with your initials. Flawless finishing features a border of pulled
Four Sided stitches joined with C.A.’s own Linen Binding Stitch and
adorned with a Danish Hedebo Buttonhole Edging of silk ribbon. Learn techniques
to hide seam allowances on white work, create smooth surfaces and precise
corners. Your pincushion is perfect - all finishing is worked from the outside,
all by hand.
Sunday Feb. 22 9:00 - 12:30
Class fee including kit: $85
Class Day Time Class Fee Kit Fee Deposit
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Renaissance Scissors Canister Sat. 2/21 9:00 - 12:30 $90 (incl. kit) $30
Tri-Block Finishing Sat. 2/21 1:30 - 5:30 $30 $30
Silk Sampler Tri-Block Kit $80 $80
Berlin Work Tri-Block Kit $70 $70
Counterpane Pulled Thread Pincushion Sun. 2/22 9:00 - 12:30 $85 (incl. kit) $30
Silk Sampler Band Block Cushion Sun. 2/22 1:30 - 5:30 $30 $30
Band Block kit with silk threads $80
Band Block kit without silk threads $65
The cost of each class includes tea and lunch. Kits contain all materials for completing the project
except where otherwise noted.
Name: ____________________________________________ Phone: ________________________
Address: _________________________________________ Fax: ________________________
City, State, Zip: ________________________________ E-mail: _______________________
To register send your registration information and deposit(s) to:
Cathe Ray
Needle In A Haystack
1121 Holly Street
Alameda, CA 94502
A deposit is required in the amount shown above for each class, and if requiring a kit for the Tri-Block Finishing class the full kit cost is due before the kit will be sent. Cancellations will be accepted up to 1 week before the class and the class fee will be refunded. No returns on kits. The balance will be due at the class.
Classes will be held at Needle In A Haystack (1340 Park Street, Alameda) the East Bay's newest needlework shop, set to open late January 1998.
C.A. Wells 1998 class schedule