Chainstitch Embroidery 101 Workshop - Thursday July 9th

Have you been curious to try using a chainstitch embroidery machine? Our intro-level class will guide you through the process, from designing your image to threading and securing your design. 

In this 3-hour intro class, you will have the opportunity create a custom embroidered napkin set. Materials will be provided, or you can bring your own mediumweight napkins.

Class will be capped at 3 participants, who will take turns on the chainstitch machine. Taking this intro class will certify you for independent rental of the chainstitch machine independently. 

About the Instructor: Anouk Natalya Willy

Anouk Willy is a Textile Artist, Educator and Community Activist,
whose practice investigates the intersection between heritage textile
craft and digital technology, exploring contemporary themes while
reimagining traditional techniques and methodology through a digital
lens.

She studied Fashion Techniques and Design at GBC, Classical
Music at UofT and The Royal School of Music. She spent the last
ten years dedicating herself to heritage textile crafts, studying under
artisans with Lesage/Chanel, Mme Gres, Jean Paul Gaultier,
Christian Lacroix, Chambre de Syndical, Paris American Academy of
Arts and Paris College of Arts Parsons.

Anouk is an Art and Design professor at GBC and The Fashion
Exchange. She is a mentor and consultant for TFI and Fashion Zone.
She is a dedicated community activist, founding the non-profit “Word
To The Craft” that collaborates closely with marginalized communities
to deliver customised art programming and mentorships in textile
crafts, digital prototyping and entrepreneurship.