Embroidered Needle Lacemaking
A course by Claire de Waard , Hand Embroiderer
Create embroidered laces, learn to identify various types and experiment with your own designs.
Create embroidered laces, learn to identify various types and experiment with your own designs.
Discover the art of needle embroidered lacemaking, where traditional techniques meet contemporary design. In this course, you'll learn to create a striking lace motif, filled with decorative stitches and edged with a pulled thread technique. Claire de Waard, an expert in the craft, will guide you through the process of transforming fabric into lace by cutting away areas and embellishing the remaining material with beautiful needlework. This unique method merges historical techniques with modern aesthetics, offering a fresh approach to lace creation.
Claire, who has worked with brands like Alexander McQueen and Ralph & Russo, brings her years of experience and passion for obscure, often forgotten embroidery methods to this course. She'll show you how to reimagine traditional lacemaking with needlewoven patterns and openwork techniques that elevate any embroidery project. Whether you're looking to expand your embroidery skills or explore the world of lacemaking, this course provides the foundation and inspiration you need to create your own designs.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 24 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (1)
- 619 students
- 17 lessons (3h 2m)
- 24 additional resources (11 files)
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- Audio: English, Spanish
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- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
The final project involves creating a 20x20cm lace motif, edged with decorative stitches and framed with a pulled thread technique. You'll cut away parts of the fabric to reveal the intricate design.
Who is this online course for?
This course is ideal for anyone passionate about embroidery, from intermediate hobbyists to more advanced practitioners looking to explore the world of needle lace. It’s a great fit for those who enjoy learning new techniques and want to incorporate traditional crafts into their modern embroidery projects. Whether you're interested in costume design, fashion, or simply expanding your embroidery repertoire, this course provides valuable insights and hands-on experience in a niche but rewarding craft.
Requirements and materials
To get started, you’ll need some basic embroidery skills, including familiarity with common stitches and a sense of how to manage thread tension. Materials include a sturdy fabric, embroidery threads, needles, and basic tools for transferring your design. No specialized software is required.
Reviews
A course by Claire de Waard
Claire de Waard is a London-based hand embroiderer specializing in traditional embroidery techniques with a contemporary twist. Her work often explores forgotten or obscure methods, such as embroidered lace and straw embroidery, which she reinterprets in modern contexts. Over the past five years, Claire has honed her craft, working on high-profile projects like catwalk collections for Alexander McQueen and Ralph & Russo, while also developing her personal artistic practice. She has been featured in Madame Figaro Japon and is a guest tutor at the prestigious Hand & Lock embroidery studio.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Overview of the Different Types of Lace and Sampling Key Techniques
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Foundation of Materials
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Materials
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Introduction to Techniques
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Introduction to Techniques - Embellished Openings 1
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Introduction to Techniques - Embellished Openings 2
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Create a Design
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U3
Making Your Lace
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Transferring the Design
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Securing the Outlines
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Creating the Bars
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Embellish Filling Areas 1
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Embellish Filling Areas 2
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Cutting Away
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U4
Going Further
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Creating the Border 1
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Creating the border 2
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Contemporary Applications
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FP
Final project
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Embroidered Needle Lacemaking
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jealousmoondoggie
Claire is a great teacher! Some really know their craft but cannot convey it while teaching another person. Not only is she very knowledgeable about needle lace making but she makes is easy to follow and learn. I have done cross stitch and black work for years and am excited to try something new!