Have you been curious to try using a chainstitch embroidery machine? Our intro-level class will guide you through the process, from designing your image to threading and securing your design.
In this 3-hour intro class, you will have the opportunity create a custom embroidered project. Please bring your own item to embroider - ideally a medium-weight knit or woven item (e.g., napkin, cotton sweater, jean jacket, tote bag). Class will be capped at 3 participants, who will take turns on the chainstitch machine. Taking this intro class will certify you for independent rental of the chainstitch machine independently.
Date: Friday July 18th, 10am-1pm
Location: 1024 Dupont St, unit 22
Price: $125
Materials: Please bring an item to embroider. Thread and backing will be provided.
Instructor: Anouk Natalya Willy
Anouk Willy is a Textile Artist, Educator and Community Activist, whose practice investigates the intersection between heritage textile craft and digital technology, exploring contemporary themes while reimagining traditional techniques and methodology through a digital lens.
She studied Fashion Techniques and Design at GBC, Classical Music at UofT and The Royal School of Music. She spent the last ten years dedicating herself to heritage textile crafts, studying under artisans with Lesage/Chanel, Mme Gres, Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Lacroix, Chambre de Syndical, Paris American Academy of Arts and Paris College of Arts Parsons.
Anouk is an Art and Design professor at GBC and The Fashion Exchange. She is a mentor and consultant for TFI and Fashion Zone. She is a dedicated community activist, founding the non-profit “Word To The Craft” that collaborates closely with marginalized communities to deliver customised art programming and mentorships in textile crafts, digital prototyping and entrepreneurship.
