What a lovely display by Tamara Abdee as we walked into the classroom area at Fireside Stitchery. There were 2 tables all ready for us. I signed up for Spring Lollipop Garden. But, Tamara is teaching 3 different designs for 12 people. She filled two 2-day classes. Four other members from our ANG Main Line Stitchers Chapter are there including Lynn (and store owner), Kathy P, Pat K, and Karen P. I think we’ll be getting a new chapter member too!
There are 9 different ribbons, 13 threads, and 10 bags of beads in the kit! The canvas is partially pre-painted by Tamara.
I love my Twisted Spider Web Rose. It is a 9-spoke rose (but was supposed to be 7) because I had 8 when I started weaving the ribbon (but it must be an odd number). So, I squeezed the 9th in on the right which you can tell now that I have told you but had I not, you probably wouldn’t have known. Can’t see it? The right is slightly tighter than the left. I also practiced adding extra on the left side only.
The Crocus used the widest 13 mm ribbon. And, Lynn placed 2 more next to the one which I may do as well.
Varying the length of the stitches in the Anemone was the hardest part.
The Velvet Loop Flower done with Very Velvet was an extra flower I squeezed onto my canvas. Some stitches repeat in each of the 3 designs but in differ in color. This flower is not in mine but she taught it to all of us. I may add beads or a sequin.
The blue Hydrangea is going to be fantastic once it’s done.
I will wait to share my progress on the full canvas until after tomorrow’s class.
Tamara is an excellent teacher and is imparting wonderful tips in addition to sharing her ribbonwork techniques!
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