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Frisian Whitework Silk Sampler Self-Paced Video Online Course

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  • Embroidery tutor

    Yvette Stanton

  • Techniques

    Counted thread,
    Frisian whitework

  • Level

    All welcome

  • Course access

    6 months

  • Video time

    4 hours

  • Written notes

    16 pages of extensive
    step-by-step instructions

  • Supplies pack included

Yvette Stanton is a sought-after Australian embroidery teacher. Taking an online class with Yvette means that you don't have to wait for her to come to you, and you don't have to travel to reach a class with her. It doesn't matter where you are or what time zone you are in. You can sign up for a class with Yvette in the comfort of your own home, and learn at your own pace, when you want.

About the design

Frisian whitework comes from Friesland in the Netherlands. This style of embroidery was used on household linens and shirts in white on white - hence the name whitework. But when used on samplers, it often employed colours.

This popular band sampler is based on historical motifs, colours and stitches used in Frisian whitework.

The sampler is worked on tea dyed 28 count linen, with luscious Gumnut Yarns Buds silk threads - truly a dream to stitch with! The blues, greens and golds create a beautiful soft effect.

Please note: These silk threads have sadly now been discontinued, and we have bought up remaining stock to be able to keep supplying it. However, the stock will run out in time.
Meet your tutor

Yvette Stanton

Yvette Stanton is an Australian embroidery designer known to many as the Whitework Queen. She is a world-renowned author of many books on historical embroidery, an embroidery historian and an experienced teacher of embroidery. She is passionate about embroidery, and this comes through in all her classes. Yvette is a left-handed embroiderer, but teaches both left- and right-handed.

Yvette has carefully researched Frisian whitework embroidery, spending time in museums and private collections in the Netherlands. This research culminated in her book, "Frisian Whitework: Dutch Embroidery from Friesland". With her extensive teaching experience and careful research of the subject, Yvette is the ideal teacher to help you explore the world of Frisian whitework.

Yvette lives in rural NSW, Australia. She does travel to teach, both within Australia and internationally, but now with this online course, you can learn from her expertise in the comfort of your own home, at the pace you desire.
Patrick Jones - Course author

What's included?

  • high quality project supplies, including sumptuous Gumnut Yarns Buds silk threads, hand-dyed 28 count linen and needle.
  • extensive written step-by-step project and stitch instructions
  • large, clear sampler chart
  • 24 teaching videos
  • 6 months access to the online resources

Step-by-step instructional videos

Learn from the expert: embroidery historian, embroidery teacher and Whitework Queen, Yvette Stanton. If you've watched Yvette's White Threads Floss Tube videos, you'll know that she's a very relaxed but clear teacher. Her passion for embroidery comes through in all her teaching. You can see a sample of one of Yvette's teaching videos from this course below.

Step-by-step written instructions

In addition to the video instructions, written step-by-step instructions are also provided so that you don't have to be in front of your device the whole time.
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How does the course work?

This course is designed as a self-paced video online learning course. It doesn't matter where you are, or what time zone you are in. After you enrol, the supplies pack, step-by-step stitch instructions, project instructions and chart will be posted to you.

The project supplies pack contains Gumnut Yarns Buds silk threads, tea-dyed 28 count linen, and needles. You will need to supply scissors, a very small amount of sewing machine thread, and a 7 or 8 inch hoop. We highly recommend magnification and lighting.

As soon as your package arrives you can make a start. Progress through the videos at your own pace, in conjunction with the project instructions. The step-by-step stitch instructions are provided as support for the videos.

If you get stuck and need help, you can post in the "Discuss" section, and Yvette will be able to assist you. And you might even find someone has asked the same question previously, and the answer to their question may help you also.

All class notes and videos are copyright and must not be reproduced or passed on to anyone else.

A student review

“I am sitting here looking at this finished piece and I am more than thrilled with how it turned out and everyone who has seen it has been so impressed. The colors immediately caught my eye when I saw it come across my newsfeed on Facebook last fall and I stopped what I was doing and placed my order.

I had never done any Frisian Whitework but this came with your videos and I was pretty sure I would be able to figure it out.

Your kit arrived quickly from Australia and I started reading directions and watching your very well produced videos. The fabric dyeing was a great adventure and I actually went through the tea dying process twice to get a little richer color for the beautiful Gumnut Silks.

For anyone who is tempted by this piece you can assure them if they can count they won't have any problems. Your videos covered every detail from start to finish and you always responded quickly to my email questions (which mainly had to do with my password).

Thank you for designing such a stunning project and making it available to the stitching community.” Tina
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What are the videos like?

This video gives you a preview of the videos provided in the course. Easy to see, easy to follow. Pause when you need to, and repeat parts as needed.

Frequently asked questions

“I live in [insert any country name that isn't Australia] so it will take longer for my supplies to arrive. Will that mean I don't have enough time to complete the course within the six months?”

When I decided on the length for this course, I made the access time much longer than I thought anyone would need. I feel that this project is very achievable within 3 months. So making the course access 6 months long means there should be ample time for your supplies to arrive AND complete the project.

“I work full time. I'm a bit concerned I won't have enough time to complete the project within the six months.”

When I decided on the length for this course, I made the access time much longer than I thought anyone would need. I feel that this project is very achievable within 3 months. I know of at least one person - who admittedly does not work full time - who completed the sampler in less than a week.

“I have already purchased the silk sampler supplies pack from you. I'd like to do the course, but I don't need another set of supplies. Can I enrol in just the course?”

If you're in this situation, please contact me as I have a solution. I'd love you to still be able to take part in the course!

Don't hesitate

• Learn from the expert: Whitework Queen, Yvette Stanton
• Learn in the comfort of your own home
• Learn at a time that suits you
• No travel costs or accommodation costs

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