Redwork Primer

Learn the history and style of Americana’s Redwork Embroidery

Thread your needle with some red embroidery floss and get ready to stitch! In this Primer, Amy Barickman of Vintage Modern Makers dives into Redwork embroidery. Learn the fascinating history behind this type of embroidery work and its role in early American culture through video and downloadable information. 

This Primer includes an introduction to Redwork and tutorials for 2 sewing projects, the Envelope Pillow and the Button Bag. Next, Amy shares an inspirational album with 2 video lessons, the first of which Amy shares her extensive collection of Redwork textiles along with the history of Redwork in America. The second album features project ideas for home and fashion. Also included is an audio interview with Meta Van Nostran explores its origins and ways in which Redwork can be dated using threads, in addition to the significance of colorfast design. There are more downloads and bonuses because Amy’s Primers are multi-media experiences. She combines video lessons, interviews and sewing projects and supports them with downloadable reading materials and patterns.