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(photos by Felicia Semple)

Here are some more images from The Craft Sessions: in particular from my embroidery classes. It was rather special to have a whole day to devote to walking outside, gathering branches and leaves, drawing them, and translating those forms onto linen. I loved seeing how the different students approached the work. Even down to small things like the thread colours and forms they chose. On the Sunday, we made 'modern samplers' – you can see Anna above with her piece.

I'm feeling inspired by the students to try some different colour combinations and stitches. And to see if I can somehow replicate that long, quiet time chatting and working, with no phone, computer or other distractions.

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7 responses to “linen + hoop”

  1. Denise | Chez Danisse Avatar

    I know I would have enjoyed your class.

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  2. Rhonda Avatar
    Rhonda

    Melissa, do you take classes in New Zealand too?

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  3. Siri Avatar
    Siri

    Ah – it was so good! Thank you for the lovely and calm energy that you created in this workshop. I loved everything about it:-) Bliss. x

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  4. Lucinda Avatar

    I would love to come back to NZ just to take one of your classes Melissa!!!

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  5. lori Avatar

    how fun to be at the place in your crafting to teach what you love. so happy for you Melissa :o)
    I would have loved spending the day in your class gathering nature and translating it onto fabric.

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  6. Evi Avatar

    How I wish wish wish I could have been there. Sadly it was not possible and I must content myself with looking at your photos. More please…..?

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  7. Stephanie Hannah Avatar
    Stephanie Hannah

    Oh how wished you lived in Michigan. Sigh. I can’t find embroidery classes anywhere.

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