Wool Embroidered Sheepskin Headband 

This class runs for three Fridays, October 24, 31, and November 7, from 2-4 pm each session.

Explore Scandinavian-style wool-on-wool embroidery while creating a cozy sheepskin headband. Learn a variety of embroidery stitches with hand-dyed wool yarns from the instructor’s sheep on upcycled, washed wool fabric. Then stitch the decorative wool embroidery onto a shearling sheepskin pelt to create a comfy custom-fit headband perfect for winter! The leather is also from the instructor’s farm’s sheep and is naturally bark-tanned at a local Wisconsin tannery. Led by textile artist Laura Berlage, jump into this interdisciplinary experience of all things sheep and create a wearable piece of art to keep warm all winter!

Prerequisites:

Skill level: Open to all skill levels, though previous wool embroidery experience is helpful.

Ages: Suitable for ages 16+.

Virtual class info:

This is a live Virtual class taught over Zoom. Students need a strong internet connection and a device with video capabilities. Additional instructional pdfs and tutorials will be provided by the instructor.

Kit and Materials Info:

Kits ($110 value) are included in the class fee. The class kit includes pre-cut bark tanned sheepskin, a variety of wool yarn colors, prepared wool base fabric, and needles. Students will have the option to select from a variety of base color fabrics. Please select either black, teal, or red at registration. Students should provide thread scissors and fabric scissors, beeswax bar or candle, and sewing thread. Optionally, students may find a silver sharpie and supple thimble (or band-aids) helpful! Kits will be available for pick up at the American Swedish Institute starting October 15 or can be shipped for an additional $10 fee. Registration for this kit-based class closes October 13 or whenever sold out.