Ariane Zurcher Designs-A Fiber Art & Embroidery Stitching Studio Tour
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- Опубликовано: 3 авг 2024
- Join me in my workspace where I will take you on a tour of my fiber art & stitching, both works in progress as well as finished pieces, some of which I've used to teach stitches for these video tutorials! As so many of you have expressed interest in seeing the pieces I use to demonstrate my stitching, I've devoted this entire video to doing just that.
After graduating from Parsons School of Design, I began my career in fashion design and freelanced both in New York City, as well as London. I designed hand knits for Elle Magazine and was the editor of the Hand Knit Page before hand knits fell out of fashion in the early 1990's and the page was discontinued. In 2008 I launched my jewelry design business, designing fine jewelry in 18 & 20 Kt Gold with gemstones that I selected for each piece. In 2015 I found Sue Spargo through her Craftsy class, and my life took another turn. I have been designing in some form since I sold my first felt embroidered xmas tree ornaments to a small shop in Northern California when I was 15 years old, and have never looked back. And while I've had detours along the way: had two children, worked at an advertising agency, got into acting in my early 20's, published some articles for various magazines and wrote for the Huffington Post for a few years, I have always come back to designing. It is my first love and remains so to this day.
Large Abstract Zippered Pouch: arianezurcher.com/Boutique/di...
Zippered Rhino Pouch: arianezurcher.com/Boutique/a-...
*Needle Nose Pliers that I use: amzn.to/2XuBuuu
Sue Spargo's Allium Spool Sac Kit: www.suespargo.com/store-detai...
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Blog - Where Art & Life Meet: arianezurcher.com/blog/
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All jewelry worn in this video is designed by Ariane Zurcher: arianezurcherdesigns.com
Have a stitch that you just can't figure out how to do? Tell me in the comments below. Have a question? Ask away. 
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Glad I found your site. I am a fan of Sue Spargo and Mary Corbet. I like what I see so far!
Hi Frances, thank you so much for reaching out. I'm glad you're here. ❤️
gorgeous! You're a real talent. Love the fearless love of color! And the details in the work! Stunning!!! Keep up the awesome work! Thank you.
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This is so cool! I love seeing work that other fiber artists are doing.
Thanks so much. ❤️
Isn't it great to be able to start with a number of simple stitches and make all this amazing work. Stitching is such a great way to calm the soul. it is inspirational to see how other use the combinations of stitches and color to create your own version of work. Lefties and Righties take different paths but are all on the same road. Thanks for the tour!
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I always envisioned doing this same type of work! Thankyou!
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Oh my you are very talented! Very Beautiful work
Thank you so much Rene. That’s so kind of you. ❤️
I love Sue Spargo!
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Thank you very much for your generous sharing throughout all your wonderful videos. I came across your demo vids as I explored my new passions of fabric painting & (novice steps) into wool applique on RUclips. Not only do your vids go a long way in helping me build my skill set but I find them so relaxing. Your calm voice & thoughtfully reflective approach are fabulous as are your creative & purposeful work. Thank you, again.
Oh Carole, I’m so glad! What a lovely comment. ❤️
So very inspiring. So much going on. Loved it.
Thx Diane. This is an old video, so a lot has changed, including my studio, but I'm glad you liked it!
Outstanding work! Looking forward to your work shops!
Thanks so much Marlene. All my workshops are listed here: arianezurcher.com/workshops/
I loved seeing all of your beautiful, creative projects. Thank you for sharing.
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I really enjoyed your tour of you space and projects. So creative. I woke up this morning and sat in my rocking chair to stitch on my circles and turned on your you tube channel. What a delight to be in your space. I really enjoy all your videos. Great work and worth the time and energy. I also like being in New York with you. I have never been there but it is on my list. Don't edit out all those New York sounds. .
Peggy McCall Thank you Peggy. Once things calm down a little I will take everyone on a little walk where we can look at all the beauty that inspires here in NYC!
@@ArianeZurcher212 I live in Canada but I have an uncle who lives in New York. He is an illustrator for the New Yorker. (Bruce McCall). My favorite book ever is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. The imagery of New York is so vivid. Take care and keep on creating!
Peggy McCall thank you Peggy!! ❤️
Ariane you're a treasure trove of inspiration. I have so many threads, fabrics, beads and supplies lying unused because I'm not naturally very creative and there are so many styles of embroidery/quilting I have yet to try and love all the variety of stitch books I keep looking through/referring to especially my RSN ones. The latest in my collection (thanks to watching Anna) are Sue Spargo's 'Creative Stitches' and Lisa Bonjean's 'Wool, Needle and Thread'. You are bringing a lot of Sue's embroidery stitches to life. I'm now catching up watching your earlier videos. I'm going to need your world of colour this winter. I'll try to keep any comments shorter in future but it's so good to meet an embroiderer even at a distance! Thank you.
Hi Jean, I love reading your comments and am so glad you have lots of things to play with especially as we head into the winter months! 💕
love love love your art
Thank you so much Cindy!
This tour has been not only fantastic but very inspirational. Thank you so much. Your work is so beautiful.
Karen Sinn thank you so much Karen!
Love your designs fun and creative
Thanks so much Suzanne! ❤️
I love your designs...especially the one holding the thread spools. I will definitely be purchasing it in the future. Love yiur design ❤
Love your kitty❤️
Me too! He's such a sweet boy. ❤️
Beautiful!
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Gorgeous, fun, & cheerful art pieces and hand dyed/painted fabric❤ Enjoyed seeing your cat too. Learning alot from you💕🐬
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I love your work. It is so colourful. I have just started to make little fabric art panels and I found your work very inspirational. Thank you for sharing.
Janie green I’m so glad. That makes me happy! ❤️
Beautiful pieces.
Debra De Crane thank you Debra!
This was SO great seeing all your other wonderful fabric art pieces! So happy I stumbled on this!
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Thank you for the tour of your workspace! Your work is GORGEOUS and inspirational! I look forward to each and every new video you post!
Thank you so much Andrea! ❤️
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Thank you for sharing your work. Your pieces are absolutely amazing.
Carolyn Rockafellow thank you so much Carolyn!
Enjoyed your tour. How about a tour of how you store all your embellishments, buttons, ribbons etc. always looking for new storage ideas so we don’t forget what we have
Oh Darlene, I'm not very organized when it comes to any threads other than the eleganza threads. My "organization" consists of large ziplock bags, which I then toss into a large drawer in my Koala cabinet. It's a mess and I'm constantly rummaging around trying to find things. ❤️
Wowsers! I loved the tour! You are so talented in mixed media and art..I love that you need color in your life since I am a color person too. I think that everyone needs their own space whether it’s large or small. I have a sew room and it truly is my happy place. No matter what goes on when I go in there I am at peace. Thank you for sharing yours!
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Wonderful tour..it is always nice to see the environment where you create these fabulous works of art
Thank you so much Pam. ❤️
wow!
Ana Shilinsky ❤️
Wonderful tour. Thank you
Thanks so much for watching Ellen!
Ariana,
I am quite new to the embroidery world, but I thoroughly enjoy your videos. You are amazing!!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise. I’d love to know more about virtual classes when you offer them.
Thank you.
JP
Hi Jack, wonderful! I’m hoping my new website will be fully operational sometime next week! I will certainly talk about it once it is. I’ve been doing virtual workshops since this past fall and really love them. We have a lot of fun and I would love for you to join us in one. In the meantime, subscribe, if you haven’t already as I will be doing at least one video about the new website and how to sign up for workshops.
Thank you so much for the tour, love your work!!
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Exquisite👏
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Absolutely love your work!!
Thank you Sandy. ❤️
Wow! Unbelievable talent! Thank you for sharing.
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Love watching your video showing your sewing area! you are so talented and nice that you are willing to share with us all your knowledge of stitches, etc. Loved vases & Flowers, Central Park & Cookie Delight quilts. The Allium spool sack is great and love Sue's threads! Thanks for sharing!
Judy Davis you’re welcome Judy. Glad you enjoyed seeing all of it!
Such beauty cheering up the world! 🥰
Thank you so much Kathryn! ❤️
Loved the tour or your space. You have some amazing pieces. Love all your threads.
thank you so much! ❤️
Amazing
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Amazing pieces ! Love the one with the 🐖!!!
Thank you so much Rebecca! ❤️
As always, thanks for sharing. Will definitely look at your Etsy site.
Thanks Sandra. ❤️
It is so relaxing and refreshing listening to you.
Debra De Crane Aw... thank you so much. What a lovely thing to say! ❤️
A friend recommended this post.
@@debradecrane7670 Thank your to your friend as well. ❤️
Looks pretty
Thank you Indira!
Yeah the tour of AZ's amazing projects, and work space. I find your work is so interesting, inspiring, and intricate.
Thank you for sharing only missing was Merlin !
I have the pattern for your larger of bags, need to print it out and get supplies. But it is wonderfully detailed. When I get going I may have a few follow up questions! Take care, Barb
Thanks so much Barb. You know where to find me when you need help!
@@ArianeZurcher212 I was watching again and there's Merlin during your introduction! Later being picturesque - do pursue the Cookies Delight Quilt it's GREAT! That pig is charming and f course I adore the beehive & bees! I am having trouble convincing your blog subscription that the email address I'm offering is indeed mine and valid! I'll try again on a different computer!
bjbischof620 Thank you so much! I don’t understand my blog’s subscription at all. My husband can’t get an email notification no matter how much he tries and he’s subscribed. You’d think this would be a bit more user friendly! I’m in the (slow) process of revamping my blog & jewelry website, adding a shopping cart, etc so that everything including this channel is all under one roof. It’s a massive undertaking and will take me awhile, but once it’s done I’m hoping I’ll be able to figure some of these things out!
I love your posts! So glad I've found your site. My question is, how do you get started? Fabric, etc.
I just did a video on this topic for my Patrons: www.patreon.com/Ariane_Zurcher. This is one I did a while back: ruclips.net/video/KQr7Dw2VaY8/видео.html ❤️
Love this vid. Fabulous painted pieces, I love them the most. Do you have a video on doing these? Thanks again. Stay safe from Australia 🇦🇺
I don't. The techniques were all learned from Pat Pauly. If you are unaware of Pat's work, click on her website. She is an amazing artist and does beautiful work. www.patpauly.com
Yep! I have that book!
You are such an inspiration! Thank you!
You are just what I needed, because I have been in a funk.
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Only 7:10 a.m. here in Arkansas and am enjoying your tour with my cup of coffee! You are so very talented. All your projects are very pretty! The vase quilt is spectacular. Hard to choose as all your projects are. Have a good day and thank you for sharing. Do you cut your penny circles by hand? What technique do you use ? I have been tracing circles with ink pen but difficult to see ink on dark wool. Going to draw some today onto freezer paper and fuse to my wool then cut out.
I used to use the wool punches, that Sue sells on her site and then I saw her use her Crossover Die Cut Machine and that was it for me, I've never looked back. It's an investment, but boy was it worth it!! I'm doing a video demonstrating that machine next week.
Please show your STUDIO next time; like an apartment tour. Loved seeing your work, don't get me wrong but, you didn't show the room 😀
Haha! I’m okay, next time I will, I promise. ❤️
Thank you so much for the tour. You have no idea how much you have inspired me. My mind is spinning. Are your wool appliqué pieces all done on wool or a combination of wool and fabric? Thx again.
Freda Cott I’m so pleased you enjoyed seeing it and feel inspired! Mostly on wool, but some are a combination of wools and cottons. The big painted pieces are all cotton.
So your fabrics are so beautiful. Who is the maker?could it be kaffe?your work is perfection. At its finest. Love your videos💕
Joyce Abbey thank you Joyce! I use a number of different designers, Kaffe is one of them!!
Drool.......... Lovely tour! All of your threads are to die for! Did you quilt the green cookie quilt?
I did. I do love free motion quilting and though I'm not great at it, I do enjoy it, so I free motion quilt all of my pieces myself.
@@ArianeZurcher212 It really caught my eye. Great job, especially those feathers!
@@pattynelson9477 Thank you. I'm getting better at free motion quilting, like everything it's all about practicing!
I just cannot for the life of me follow instructions .... your blocks are sweet...I started crazy quilting due to my inability to be precise
I can't either. With my needle roll design, I decided to film me making it while following the directions and I get veering off, doing things out of order... it became a running joke. ❤️
What a fun and happy piece! Did you piece the background?
Yes, that’s exactly what I did! ❤️💕❤️
I loved your quilts. What type of paint do you use on fabric? I might have to give it a try.
I used a paint that I purchased from Pro Chem, but now I typically use Inktense and/or Caran D'ache water soluble pastels as they don't change the hand of the fabric and I'm usually doing quite a bit of hand stitching on the fabric that I paint.❤️ Inktense: amzn.to/3sbbynm Caran D'ache Water soluble: amzn.to/3uoJSxV
NYC? Lucky lady.
Ha! Yes, yes I am.❤️
Hi Ariane, I love your tutorials and walks around New York. I'm a righty, but almost ambidextrous. I like that you show things multiple times, up close and well lit. I also like that you share the name and color of the thread you are using. I was wondering if you are familiar with Laura Wasilowski's hand dyed thread at artfabrik.com/hand-dyed-pearl-cotton-thread/ ? I'm a quilter, so I became familiar with Laura's thread in a workshop many years ago. I especially like the color, "Japanese Irises".
Love your cat,
Deb
I’m not, but will go look! Thank you for providing the link. ❤️
Okay Ariane...I’ve just subscribed to your wonder channel. Recommended to me by a fellow stitching enthusiast.
My question is not needle, thread or technique related at all. 😏 rather wondering if you’d be willing to give me the name of the lipstick you use? It looks so natural and fresh!! Hope this isn’t too personal. If so, just ignore! Thanks!
Hahaha! Love this question!! Okay, so I actually had to go look, because I had no idea, and then I had to look at it through a magnifying glass because I couldn't see any indication of manufacturer or anything else. However, after all of that I was able to find a little CG printed on the metal band around the tube, which I'm guessing is "Cover Girl" and the number on the bottom of the tube is 533. Other than that, I have no other information. Oh except that it's made in Ireland, which I thought interesting! Ask me about a thread color and I have the info memorized, lipstick, not so much... ❤️😂❤️
Ariane Zurcher - On the Other Hand well, thank you for the info! I just thought it looks so natural yet a bit of color. My coloring is similar to yours, so I’m going to attempt to hunt it down! Blessings!
What is the name of the fabric you use for your art work.soooo beautiful
In this piece I was using a base of felted wool and layering with a whole variety of different fabrics such as dupioni silk, silk velvet, cotton, ribbon, etc.
Your table isn’t as messy as you think...my mess takes over the house, barns, and vehicles. Lol
The thing is, every time I do a major "clean up" I literally cannot find anything. In my "mess" I at least know where everything is. 💖
Hi Merlin >^..^
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