Introduction to Blackwork Embroidery
A course by Gimena Romero , Artist and Researcher
Discover a traditional English embroidery technique and create a unique piece using historical patterns
Discover a traditional English embroidery technique and create a unique piece using historical patterns
Blackwork is a traditional English embroidery technique historically used to decorate garments, primarily with geometric designs. Despite what the name suggests, black isn't the only color used, as there are examples of blackwork embroidery throughout history done in blue, green, and metallic colors.
In this course, bring blackwork into the 21st century alongside embroidery artist Gimena Romero, who teaches you about the historical context of this art form and guides you through the process of creating your own sampler of both classic and contemporary patterns.
If you don't already know Gimena, take a look at her other courses: Experimental Embroidery Techniques on Paper, Painting with Thread: Textile Illustration Techniques, and Embroidery Technique with the Back Stitch.
What will you learn in this online course?
18 lessons & 11 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (632)
- 16,064 students
- 18 lessons (2h 40m)
- 11 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
Create a pattern sampler and an embroidery piece using one of the patterns.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Illustrators, designers, artists, and anyone interested in embroidery and its history as an art form.
Requirements and materials
No prior experience in embroidery is needed, as Gimena walks you through the whole process step by step.
The material list for the course includes size 8 and 12 pearl cotton, mouliné cotton (all the same color), size 22 and 24 round point needles, embroidery scissors, Monaco or Aida cloth in a contrasting color, nine embroidery hoops (at least size 17), a slate frame with a base (base optional), and a fabric marker.
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A course by Gimena Romero
Gimena Romero is an artist and writer based in Mexico City and Barcelona. She trained at various schools in Mexico, Spain, and France and has received multiple awards and mentions internationally. Her work has been displayed in numerous exhibitions across countries like Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, France, Portugal, Ukraine, and Spain. She has several publications under her belt in the areas of narrative, poetry, and textile research with Thule Ediciones and Editorial Gustavo Gili. Her book Hebra de Agua was awarded book of the year at the 2016 Teixem la ciutat festival in Catalonia. She has also conducted research into embroidery and the body with Lausín embroidery at the UNAM Faculty of Arts and Design in Mexico. She loves life, dogs, and biscuits.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Materials, samples of pieces and types of pattern
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Review of materials
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Samples of pieces made in study with this technique
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Types of Patterns
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U3
Open patterns
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Plumage
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Mosquitoes
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Tessellated
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U4
Average patterns
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Lace
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Diamond Eyelet
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Waffle
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U5
Closed patterns
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Herringbone Darning
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"T" Blocks
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Harlequin
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U6
Application of gradients
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How should be a pattern for blackwork?
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How to transfer a blackwork pattern?
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Outline of shadows
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Work by levels
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FP
Final project
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Blackwork
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monilou
PlusL'insegnante è stupenda, si vede la sua passione in ogni gesto e parola.
Tecnica molto interessante e spiegata davvero bene!
Lo consiglio
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flor_leguizamon
No lo he terminado aún pero hasta ahora me ha parecido muy bueno. Muy claro y fácil de entender!
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ludusteatro2
Maravilloso, lo estoy disfrutado, es decir.
Esta tan bien estructurado que solo me queda ir con calma, disfrutar y aprender.
Muy profesional la Maestra Romero.
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sayudeh
Gimena es Gimena, explica super bien y este curso hace que quieras hacer más y más.
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catacatrala
La forma en que Gimena nos lleva por el blackwork, es exquisito, me ha gustado cada uno de los patrones y como ella dice, esta forma de bordar nos exige estar en el presente, es un 10 de 10
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