Have you ever wanted to learn to smock, but aren't sure where to start? Learn the basics with a simple Smocked Christmas Ball.
Pre-pleated Fabric for the Ornament Included!
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The Learn to Smock Course comes with 16 videos to walk you through the basics of smocking & a pre-pleated strip of fabric in your choice of red, green or white so you can get started on your ornament right away!
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Stitch a row a day and in 2 short weeks, you can have a finished ornament to decorate your home and have mastered the basics of smocking!
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You will then be ready to tackle that first smocked garment.
Of course I hope you fall in love with smocking and want to move on to making your first smocked garment, but starting with a smocked ornament let's you focus on the smocking, master the basics and give you the satisfaction of a completed project, because no one needs another large project sitting in the corner that they just aren't getting to!
Smocking is a beautiful form of embroidery that dates from the Middle Ages. It is simple to do as you stitch over pleated fabric to make one of a kind heirloom garments. In today's fast paced society, smocking is a relaxing and meditative way to slow down & create something beautiful with your own two hands. I want to encourage you to take a few moments for yourself during the hectic holiday season and expand your creativity.
Why a Smocked Ornament rather than an entire dress?
It's easy, I promise!
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It's a small project so you can have the satisfaction of completing the ornament and seeing your progress. Start now, stitch a row a day and 2 weeks you will have a finished ornament!
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It lets the stitcher focus on the smocking without then having to sew a garment, because some of us prefer to stitch!
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No Sewing Machine is Required!
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If you prefer, the bonus material does explain how to use the smocked piece as an insert in a garment rather than making an ornament.
Here's What is Included:
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20 lessons with detailed instruction walk you through every aspect of the project from picking out supplies to constructing the ball.
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16 videos demonstrate each aspect of the process.
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Videos include how to stitch demonstrations for both right and left handed stitchers.
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For future reference, the course includes instructions on how to use a pleater or hand pleat (it is really easy and goes quickly!) but the course comes with a pre pleated strip of fabric so you can get started on your ornament right away!.
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Bonus materials include The History of Smocking, How to Center a Smocking Design, The Baby Wave Stitch, & How to use the Smocked Piece as a Garment Insert.
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Self paced and your access never expires.
"I can attest that Lisa's smocking course was wonderful. I learned everything from her and have been smocking clothes for my Granddaughters for 3 years."
-Ginny
"My daughter wants you to know that you are a great teacher - she says my work/smocking/sewing has gone from above average to the next level above. She and my granddaughters thank you very much. Me too." Peggy D.
I am so glad you want to learn to smock!
Hi, I am Lisa and I am so glad that you want to learn to smock a Christmas Ornament for the holidays! Now is the perfect time to learn!I have been smocking for over 25 years, have my Artisan level certification in smocking from the Smocking Arts Guild of America and served as their national President from 2014-2016. I started Pink Hollybush Designs to share my love of smocking and sewing. I so love making one of a kind smocked garments first for my daughters and now for my granddaughter. An ornament is the perfect small project to get you started. So grab a cup of tea, take a few moments for yourself this holiday season, and let me teach you the beautiful art of smocking!
