Intro to Leksand-style Embroidery Workshop with Kirsi Manni

Try out Leksand style embroidery with visiting artist Kirsi Manni, a textile expert and teacher visiting from Dalarna, Sweden! In this one-day introductory-level class, students will practice some basics embroidery and applique techniques to create a small sampler that can be put to use as a pin cushion, needle case front, or other project. Students will also make their own colorful pom-pom or tuppa, typical of Leksand-style folk dress. While they work, students will have a chance to hear from Kirsi about her experience working with textiles in Sweden, as well as view examples of historic needlework from ASI’s material collection and Kirsi’s personal collection.

Kirsi Manni is the owner of Art&Craft Sweden and lives in Siljanäs, Dalarna. Over one week this fall, Kirsi will bring her expertise in Leksand style folk dress to ASI. Kirsi is also offering a more intensive needlework project workshop and a talk about her personal experience with folk costume traditions.

Additional information:

• Advanced registration required.
• A $15 materials fee is included in the class fee and includes all necessary materials.
• Students are encouraged to bring a small sewing kit with their favorite hand sewing tools, including a pair of fabric shears and small thread scissors, assorted needles and pins, and a thimble if they use one. Students should also bring magnification (i.e.; readers) if they use them for close work.

Prerequisites:

• Ages: Suitable for ages 18+.
• Skill level: This workshop welcomes students of all experience levels, but students will progress further with this project if they have previous hand sewing experience.
• Physical Ability: This class requires good hand and finger dexterity and the ability to sit for long periods of time.