Karen, I’m not sure what sort of embroidery you plan to do, but my first piece of advice is make sure to purchase some good quality needles. I like the Tulip brand. I also have some inexpensive needles, but they have very small eyes, and I spend way too much time threading them. I use the inexpensive needles when I practice stitches on white fabric. If you plan to mark any guidelines, make sure the lines will come out. I have found that my air erase marker lasts just a few minutes on some fabrics, and doesn’t go away on others. The same good quality brand of water erase marker didn’t come out of my white fabric. RUclips and some inexpensive e-books are my go-to resources for embroidery instruction and stitches. Best wishes.
I started hand embroidery as a child and in high school. And 60 years later I have picked it up again and remember my love for it. Thank you again Karen for another wonderful interview.❤
Ms. Saskia, your passion and enthusiasm radiates in your face. You are inspirational to women. So many times women's arts are not appreciated. You make me feel women's skills are valued and might be more than a hobby, it could be a career. Thank you for your sharing your passion. Karen, thank you for finding wonderful guests. ❤❤
Terrific interview. So much of what she said about her embroidery and clothing design is completely analogous to quilt making, especially finished projects having a “handmade” look. That doesn’t mean poor quality - it means the non-perfection of a work made by human hands. That’s a contrast to what I believe quilt judging values. There are many RUclips communities for slow stitching. The ones I watch and make projects for also value the process and not perfection.
Saskia mentioned "you can put a lot of effort in the small detail, but in the end you might wonder how important the small detail will be in the total view and where to put your effort in" - I remember watching Tula Pink demonstrate EPP and she mention the same thing. It reminds me to assess where I spend my effort and time, enjoy the process and not to focus on perfection as I a human making beautiful things. Thank you Karen and Saskia xx
Excellent show. I grew up in India and learned embroidery at a young age and remember helping my mom and aunts embroider on a twin size frame with crochet, beads and sequins. So glad for a resurgence of the art of embroidery, sewing and dress making.
It was truly a very interesting talk. Really appreciate her talking about imperfections and handmade products having a soul and being alive. Thanks, Karen. 🇨🇦 💕
Very interesting interview. 40 years ago , while living on the island of Guam an American lady taught me Bunka embroidery. This is a Japanese technique using a hook and you build depth through thread placement on a sort of ‘paint by numbers ‘ piece of fabric using stitches.Some pieces are later shaped by cutting.
Yes! Bring back real clothes! Made to measure is comfortable because it moves with you. We hardly know what fit is anymore. Love embroidery. Been interested lately in ecclesiastical embroidery for liturgical linens.
I don't know anyone who wear haute couture. I could wear it I suppose but then I would have to find somewhere to go. Tambour embroidery will just have to work in a wall quilt or two.
I'm so disappointed that her book is available only on Kindle. I gave up on Kindle a number of years ago. A PDF of the book would be more useful for me. I'm old. I like paper books.
I had so much fun chatting with Saskia. Embroidery is next on my slow sewing journey and Saskia has me lining up my supplies.
Karen, I’m not sure what sort of embroidery you plan to do, but my first piece of advice is make sure to purchase some good quality needles. I like the Tulip brand. I also have some inexpensive needles, but they have very small eyes, and I spend way too much time threading them. I use the inexpensive needles when I practice stitches on white fabric. If you plan to mark any guidelines, make sure the lines will come out. I have found that my air erase marker lasts just a few minutes on some fabrics, and doesn’t go away on others. The same good quality brand of water erase marker didn’t come out of my white fabric. RUclips and some inexpensive e-books are my go-to resources for embroidery instruction and stitches. Best wishes.
I started hand embroidery as a child and in high school. And 60 years later I have picked it up again and remember my love for it. Thank you again Karen for another wonderful interview.❤
Ms. Saskia, your passion and enthusiasm radiates in your face. You are inspirational to women. So many times women's arts are not appreciated. You make me feel women's skills are valued and might be more than a hobby, it could be a career. Thank you for your sharing your passion. Karen, thank you for finding wonderful guests. ❤❤
Terrific interview. So much of what she said about her embroidery and clothing design is completely analogous to quilt making, especially finished projects having a “handmade” look. That doesn’t mean poor quality - it means the non-perfection of a work made by human hands. That’s a contrast to what I believe quilt judging values. There are many RUclips communities for slow stitching. The ones I watch and make projects for also value the process and not perfection.
Another excellent interview, Karen. Thank you so much for your effort and expertise to create, edit, and produce these videos to share with us.
Saskia …. A beautiful soul that radiates genuine passion and sharing friendliness that is inspirational.
Amazing guest! Thank you, Karen for introducing Saskia Ter Welle to us! I enjoyed every minute of this video ❤
Amazing interview with an artist that loves what she does. She’s an inspiration. Thank you.
Wow what a great guest !!! So interinteresting!
Great interview Karen. Saskias embroidery is absolutely amazing.👏♥️🇦🇺
I loved and enjoyed this interview so much! she is Lovely, intelligent and engaging. Thank you Karen. Im a fan!
Saskia mentioned "you can put a lot of effort in the small detail, but in the end you might wonder how important the small detail will be in the total view and where to put your effort in" - I remember watching Tula Pink demonstrate EPP and she mention the same thing. It reminds me to assess where I spend my effort and time, enjoy the process and not to focus on perfection as I a human making beautiful things.
Thank you Karen and Saskia xx
I loved this interview. Thanks to both of you.
A fascinating interview. Saskia’s passion radiates from her face as she talks about her love of embroidery. Thank you for sharing this with us Kar3n.
Excellent show. I grew up in India and learned embroidery at a young age and remember helping my mom and aunts embroider on a twin size frame with crochet, beads and sequins. So glad for a resurgence of the art of embroidery, sewing and dress making.
Wow, such a treat. Thanks for another fabulous interview.
It was truly a very interesting talk. Really appreciate her talking about imperfections and handmade products having a soul and being alive. Thanks, Karen. 🇨🇦 💕
wasn't that nice 😊
My favorite interview EVER! So many words and thoughts to live by ❤
This is another great episode! Thank you Ladies!
I thought I would just watch a few minutes of this video. I found it so interestng that I watched until the end. Great interview
Wow. This was really interesting. What an amazing woman. Thank you.
Just a wonderful chat! Thanks for sharing.
Very interesting interview. 40 years ago , while living on the island of Guam an American lady taught me Bunka embroidery. This is a Japanese technique using a hook and you build depth through thread placement on a sort of ‘paint by numbers ‘ piece of fabric using stitches.Some pieces are later shaped by cutting.
Wow, she is a very interesting woman, loved your interview!
Oh, how I would love to go with you, to the Netherlands…!!! Maybe next time you go:)😊😊
Saskia’s work is beautiful!!!
I find this a wonderful interview! So much insight in what happens to all the possibilities in this range! Thank you both!
Amazing lady, thanks for introducing her. Would adore a session with her if my old fingers would be able for it.
Very beautiful and interesting, thank you very much.
I really enjoyed watching this ❤❤❤
Fascinating!
So interesting!
I loved this show!!
Very interesting. I would love to see a video on edge to edge (machine) embroidery for quilting.
Great chat . Interesting lady. I love comfort and ease in clothes in clothes. Dont want discomfort though. Her work looks beautiful.
Yes! Bring back real clothes! Made to measure is comfortable because it moves with you. We hardly know what fit is anymore. Love embroidery. Been interested lately in ecclesiastical embroidery for liturgical linens.
What a lovely person she is! Thank you for having her on your 😊$😊dk😊 ko
Hello ladies
Wow.
I don't know anyone who wear haute couture. I could wear it I suppose but then I would have to find somewhere to go. Tambour embroidery will just have to work in a wall quilt or two.
I'm so disappointed that her book is available only on Kindle. I gave up on Kindle a number of years ago. A PDF of the book would be more useful for me. I'm old. I like paper books.
Me too