This workshop focuses on an Autumn Acorn 4” square needle punch project. Students will start by learning the basics of needle punch techniques, supplies, and equipment, then move on to learn how to add dimension to your work. Lori answers the question of where and when to adjust the pile height on motifs. She will also talk about directional punching in both motifs and background. Creating an antique or primitive look, will be another topic, as Lori shows you how to select and mix thread colors. Finally, she will discuss ideas and tips on how to edge and finish your piece, along with ideas on what to create from punch needle projects.
As a punch needle designer and pattern maker, she has a wealth of knowledge to share. So, whether you are a beginner or looking to add techniques to your needle punch tool box, you will find Lori’s workshop will be insightful, inspiring, creative, and fun!
Teacher will contact students prior to class: Yes
Level: Everyone welcome, no prior punch needle knowledge or experience required.
Supply fee description: 7” Morgan hoop, Ultra Punch-punch needle, weavers cloth, paper pattern, & Valdani perle cotton floss.
Students Need to Bring: Sharp scissors, sewing needles, brown sewing thread, & a pencil.
Bio:
Growing up in New England Lori gained her inspiration from her historic surroundings and combined that with her Pennsylvania German & Native American heritage to design her primitive, yet whimsical style of folk art.
Lori's designs have been featured in numerous publications such as the ATHA quarterly newsletter, Country Home magazine, Country Marketplace Magazine, Country Sampler Magazine, Early American Life magazine, Primitive Quilts and Projects magazine, Rug Hooking Magazine, and The Wool Street Journal. Currently, adaptations from Lori's folk art are being offered to rug hookers through Kris Miller’s Spruce Ridge Studios.