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Embroidery in the Round: Learn Stitching & Embellishment on Felt Bowls

Name: Embroidery in the Round: Learn Stitching & Embellishment on Felt Bowls
Brand: Creative Spark
SKU: CS0250
Price: 24.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Laura Wasilowski

Embroider, appliqué, and embellish felted bowls into colorful, functional décor in three relaxing projects.

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38 minutes

Ability Level: All Skill Levels

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Discover a playful new way to stitch by turning pre-felted wool bowls into richly embellished, functional art and décor. In this Creative Spark Online class, renowned textile artist and dyer Laura Wasilowski guides embroiderers, fiber artists, and confident stitchers through approachable techniques that shine on a curved, three-dimensional surface. You’ll explore stitches, textures, and color in an easy-on-the-hands format that’s as relaxing as it is inspiring, all informed by Laura’s decades of experience as an internationally exhibited artist, author, and teacher.

In this “Stitching in the Round” class, you’ll transform pre-made felted bowls step-by-step through three in-depth projects: a Stitch Sampler Bowl, a Hand Appliqué Bowl, and an Embellished Bowl bursting with texture. You’ll begin by exploring what yarns, threads, and needles work best on dense felted wool, how to start and stop threads invisibly, and how to comfortably hold and support the bowl as you stitch. You’ll then build skills as you layer embroidery stitches, appliquéd shapes, and dimensional embellishments to create truly personalized designs.

You will need to purchase your bowls from Fibres of Life; after enrolling, you’ll find a promo code for 15% off in the course. Check out the felt bowl trio sets and quintet sets! These Fair Trade bowls are handcrafted in Nepal from 100% sheep’s wool, dyed with AZO-free dyes, and available in multiple sizes and vibrant colors—an ideal “canvas” for experimenting with your own stitched motifs, color stories, and surface designs. The coupon is good on other felt products that you can embellish, in addition to bowls.

What you will learn

Stitch confidently on curved, pre-felted wool bowls using techniques that keep your embroidery smooth, secure, and beautifully visible.
Build your skills in texture, color play, composition, and finishing.
Choose effective yarns, threads, needles, and embellishments for dense felted wool, and understand why specific fibers and tools work best.
Master eight core embroidery stitches, then improvise textures and patterns, supported by Laura’s comprehensive online Hand Embroidery Stitch Library.
Add appliquéd shapes, ribbons,s, beads, and pompoms to design richly layered, one-of-a-kind felt bowls for home décor or gifts
Enjoy lifetime access to course videos, downloads, the Creative Spark private community, and direct discussion with your instructor.

Bonuses

Enjoy a bonus class included with your enrollment: Laura’s Hand Embroidery Stitch Library for Right- and Left-Handed Crafters. Explore 20+ versatile embroidery stitches, each taught with clear guidance for your dominant hand—so whether you’re a righty or a lefty, you’ll see exactly how the stitch is formed. With expert tips for achieving beautiful, consistent stitches and videos you can watch and rewatch at your own pace, you’ll build skills and confidence to use these stitches in projects for years to come.

Course Curriculum

Welcome to Stitching in the Round

Important Course Information
Introduction

Tools & Materials

Tools, Materials, and Tips
Resource Download + Fibres of Life Coupon

Bowl Embellishment Methods

Stitch Sampler Bowl
Appliqué Bowl
Embellished Bowl

Inspiration & Gratitude

Bonus Ideas
Please Share & Review This Class

Supplies You'll Need

Felt Bowls - available from Fibres of Life (fibresoflife.com). A coupon is available inside the course
Cotton Threads (size 8)
Floss (size 3,5,8)
Needles: Chenille size 20, Embroidery size 1/5
Yarn - fingering, sock, or superfine
Embellishments: fabric, felts, beads, felt balls

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Quilter Hand-Dyer Stitching Instructor

Laura Wasilowski

Laura Wasilowski is a textile artist and creator of hand-dyed fabrics and threads. Her pictorial art quilts and free-form embroideries are collected and exhibited internationally. Wasilowski’s art work is inspired by stories of family, friends, and home. The whimsical wall pieces, created from fused fabrics, are hand-embroidered or machine quilted. Her free-form embroideries depict everyday objects, landscapes, and personal narratives. She has an undergraduate degree in Costuming from the College of St. Benedict, St. Joseph, MN and a Master