CANVAS EMBROIDERY WORKSHOP
Image courtesy of Karen Fullalove
Karen Fullalove embroiders stories. Inspired by her grandmother’s needlework as a child, she studied at the London College of Fashion, lived in Greece where she designed clothing ranges embellished with screen print patterns. She has designed and exhibited batik art, eventually finding her voice with embroideries.
She is passionate about the united language of embroidery that has radiated out, over thousands of years, throughout Europe and the Near East. The ancient Phoenicians brought embroidered cloths (and likely settled) during their trade for tin in Britain over 3500 years ago. Karen is continuing this language. It is a language of power and unity that women have used over centuries to express their individual identity, and, the identity of their family, their homestead, region, and country. Their designs gave them a sense of belonging.
Image courtesy of Karen Fullalove
In keeping with the principles of this ancient art form, Karen uses local materials, mainly wool which she prepares, spins, and dyes herself with natural plant materials. Her pictures embrace the styles and sacred symbols known to many cultures. They are inspired by nature and life in Sussex but are relevant to many places. Her techniques are canvas embroidery and weaving which both have a traditional history in Britain.
Open to all levels, this online workshop with Karen Fullalove will guide you to create a beautiful embroidered image with ancient symbols which speak. Using wool which has been hand prepared, dyed and spun, you will learn how to create different stitches and how they give texture to your piece.
Image courtesy of Karen Fullalove
Karen Fullalove's Canvas Embroidery online workshop will be held on Zoom on Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 October 2022. Find out more about the workshop on the Canvas Embroidery Workshop page on our website.
Karen Fullalove embroiders stories. Inspired by her grandmother’s needlework as a child, she studied at the London College of Fashion, lived in Greece where she designed clothing ranges embellished with screen print patterns. She has designed and exhibited batik art, eventually finding her voice with embroideries.
She is passionate about the united language of embroidery that has radiated out, over thousands of years, throughout Europe and the Near East. The ancient Phoenicians brought embroidered cloths (and likely settled) during their trade for tin in Britain over 3500 years ago. Karen is continuing this language. It is a language of power and unity that women have used over centuries to express their individual identity, and, the identity of their family, their homestead, region, and country. Their designs gave them a sense of belonging.
Image courtesy of Karen Fullalove
In keeping with the principles of this ancient art form, Karen uses local materials, mainly wool which she prepares, spins, and dyes herself with natural plant materials. Her pictures embrace the styles and sacred symbols known to many cultures. They are inspired by nature and life in Sussex but are relevant to many places. Her techniques are canvas embroidery and weaving which both have a traditional history in Britain.
Open to all levels, this online workshop with Karen Fullalove will guide you to create a beautiful embroidered image with ancient symbols which speak. Using wool which has been hand prepared, dyed and spun, you will learn how to create different stitches and how they give texture to your piece.
Image courtesy of Karen Fullalove
Karen Fullalove's Canvas Embroidery online workshop will be held on Zoom on Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 October 2022. Find out more about the workshop on the Canvas Embroidery Workshop page on our website.