2025 International Teacher Tour
Seminar 2025, Needlework Faire Is excited to announce
2025 International Teacher Tour
Featuring outstanding international teachers:
Clara Warschauer, London, UK
Wendy Innes, Calgary, Canada
Our featured teachers will be available to teach in conjunction with Seminar 2025, held in Dallas, TX November 12-16
Here’s how you can participate:
Learn about the teachers by reading their biographies and exploring their portfolios. You will find 1-day and 2-day class descriptions and photos below.
- Clara Warschauer from London, UK is presenting four classes using goldwork and stumpwork techniques. Clara will be taking teaching venues from November 1- November 10 and then from November 18- 25
- Wendy Innes from Calgary, Canada is presenting six classes predominantly using stumpwork. Wendy will be taking teaching venues from October 18-November 10.
Time is limited and requests to participate in the program, must be received via email by March 15, 2025. We encourage you to talk to your chapter, select a teacher and submit a request form. It is necessary that either the chapter president or region director confirm that the request is approved and supported by the local board.
Consider financial responsibilities before submitting your request. Details involving teacher pay, travel expenses, visa costs, lodging, meals, etc. are found here.
Please understand that there will be a limited number of venues for each teacher. We expect to receive more requests than we will be able to confirm and, therefore, will use the lottery process to determine the actual venues.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Jan Faubion
Seminar 2025 Dean of Faculty
Joy Cobb
Seminar 2025 Chair
See the Classes
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Anise Stumpwork Design
Taught by Wendy Innes (view bio)Wendy began her needlework journey at the young age of 7, under the instruction from her mother. She was fortunate to have inherited her father’s artistic gene that runs strong in her family. Wendy’s early passion has evolved over the past 40-plus years and she has won a number of awards and accolades, as far back as high school. She has continued to demonstrate mastery with most recent multiple stumpwork designs published in the Australian “Inspirations Magazine” in 2022. Wendy has a passion for anything with a threaded needle and has been teaching many forms of needlework extensively for over 30 years in Canada, Australia, and the US with a specialty in Stumpwork.
A stunning swallowtail butterfly poised for flight pauses momentarily to sample the delights of a brilliant pink coneflower. This design features several useful stumpwork techniques such as using wire, felt padding, soft string padding, working of a slip and thread painting techniques.
Technique: Stumpwork
Duration: Two- days
Proficiency: Intermediate
Kit Cost: $65 USD
Design Area: 4.5 inches x 3.25 inches
Kit Contents: Ivory silk main fabric, Quilter’s muslin, cotton for detached elements, felt, thread card with DMC fibers, wire, needle pack, bead pack, small bag of polyester stuffing.
Student Provides: 20cm (8-inch) embroidery hoop, two 10cm (4-inch) embroidery hoops, white polyester thread, fine tweezers, fine embroidery scissors, mechanical pencil or Frixion pen, 30 cm (12-inches) square of lightweight cotton fabric-color does not matter; will be discarded upon completion of project.
Max # of students: 20 -
Golden Bee Skep Goldwork Design
Taught by Wendy Innes (view bio)Wendy began her needlework journey at the young age of 7, under the instruction from her mother. She was fortunate to have inherited her father’s artistic gene that runs strong in her family. Wendy’s early passion has evolved over the past 40-plus years and she has won a number of awards and accolades, as far back as high school. She has continued to demonstrate mastery with most recent multiple stumpwork designs published in the Australian “Inspirations Magazine” in 2022. Wendy has a passion for anything with a threaded needle and has been teaching many forms of needlework extensively for over 30 years in Canada, Australia, and the US with a specialty in Stumpwork.
This glistening bee skep is worked on ivory silk fabric with a honeycomb background using opulent goldwork techniques. Numerous worthwhile methods are covered, such as felt padding, bricking, and pearl purl application. Adorned with two whimsy bees with dimensional wings in flight. This is the first in a series focusing on our vital pollinators. The second features cheerful ladybugs and the third enchanting dragonflies.
Technique: Stumpwork
Duration: One-day
Proficiency: All levels
Kit cost: $70 USD
Design Size: 4 inches x 4 inches
Kit Contents: Ivory silk main fabric, Quilter’s muslin, All metal threads for goldwork, kid leather, felt, wire, beeswax, needle pack, thread card, template.
Student Supplies: 20 cm (8-inch) embroidery hoop OR 10” x 10” stretcher bars (with tacks), 6-inch ruler, mechanical pencil, sticky tape, Frixion pen, fine tweezers, fine embroidery scissors, scissors to cut wire. Recommended: Awl, mellor, velvet board.
Max # of students: 20 -
Goldwork Robin Brooch
Taught by Clara Warschauer (view bio)Clara Warschauer is an embroidery artist and teacher who shares the art of needlework through engaging virtual workshops with a global audience. Understanding the importance of online platforms, Clara provides detailed demonstrations and recorded sessions, allowing students to learn at their own pace and encourages students to create their own version of the projects.
In addition to digital endeavors, Clara is proudly affiliated with the prestigious London Embroidery School, where in-person classes frequently reach full capacity, reflecting the demand and positive reception of her teachings. This experience has refined Clara’s ability to foster an interactive and enriching atmosphere, promoting both skill development and creative exploration.
This workshop introduces participants to creating an elegant Robin Brooch using a variety of goldwork embroidery techniques. The project focuses on foundational methods such as couching, sequin formation, and chipping, as well as other techniques essential to achieving a professional finish.
Participants will learn the step-by-step process from pattern tracing to completing the brooch. The workshop is designed to be beginner-friendly, making it suitable for those new to goldwork embroidery. By the end of the class, students will have a finished brooch and the skills to incorporate goldwork techniques into future projects.
Technique: Goldwork/stumpwork
Duration: Two-days
Proficiency: Basic, some basic embroidery experience is recommended but not mandatory.
Kit Cost: $100 USD
Design Area: 2 in x 2.5 in
Kit Contents: 30cm x 30cm 100% cotton calico fabric, 10 x 10 cm orange felt 5 x 5cm orange metallic faux leather, 10 x 10cm black felt, toy stuffing, Gutermann thread 488, Madeira heavy metal N30 Col 6030- Silver wound onto small bobbin, black Sewing thread, brown smooth purl 15cm, light gold smooth purl 60 cm, silver smooth passing N6, 1.5m bright check purl gold 40cm, 70 3mm golden flat sequins, gilt twist #2 20 cm 23 cm, copper pearl purl #1 copper 50 cm, black bead Size 11 (for the eye), brooch pin, glue, Needles: Embroidery #10, Milliners #11, Chenille #20 needle with a length of buttonhole thread for plunging.
Student Provides: 8- inch hands-free embroidery hoop, goldwork embroidery scissors, embroidery scissors, a velvet board or soft surface to cut the metal, awl (or other piercing fabric tool), tweezers (optional).
Max # of students: 22 -
Green Frog Scissor Fob
Taught by Clara Warschauer (view bio)Clara Warschauer is an embroidery artist and teacher who shares the art of needlework through engaging virtual workshops with a global audience. Understanding the importance of online platforms, Clara provides detailed demonstrations and recorded sessions, allowing students to learn at their own pace and encourages students to create their own version of the projects.
In addition to digital endeavors, Clara is proudly affiliated with the prestigious London Embroidery School, where in-person classes frequently reach full capacity, reflecting the demand and positive reception of her teachings. This experience has refined Clara’s ability to foster an interactive and enriching atmosphere, promoting both skill development and creative exploration.
Straight from Inspirations Magazine, this class offers participants the opportunity to create a delightful Frog Scissors fob in an engaging and interactive goldwork embroidery one-day session. The workshop covers every step of the process, from tracing the pattern to mastering the essential techniques needed to complete the project.
The class is beginner-friendly and suitable for those new to goldwork or stumpwork techniques. While some basic embroidery experience is recommended, no prior knowledge of goldwork is required. By the end of the session, participants will have a completed the scissors fob and developed the skills to explore similar projects independently.
Technique: Goldwork/stumpwork
Duration: One-day
Proficiency: Basic, some basic experience in embroidery would be beneficial
Kit Cost: $100 USD
Design Area: 1.5 in x 1.5 in
Kit Contents: Gold super pearl purl, smooth purl light green, tough purl dark green, green check purl, bobbin of Madeira heavy metal gold thread, small spool green thread, small spool black sewing thread, beads: 4 mm black Beads (eyes), #11 multicolor beads (Used with chipping), Needles: #10 Embroidery, #10 Milliners, beeswax. Lasso tool made from ne #20 Chenille needle with 12 inches #8 Perle cotton thread. Frog pattern, tracing paper, green felt, black felt, pot of PVA glue, brush for glue, small bag of stuffing, wood stick, length of gold twist cord for using as ornament or scissor fob.
Student Provides: 8-inch hands-free embroidery hoop, clamp for two-handed stitching, goldwork embroidery scissors, embroidery scissors, a velvet board or soft surface to cut the metals, tweezers (optional).
Max # of students: 22 -
Heartsease Stumpwork Design
Taught by Wendy Innes (view bio)Wendy began her needlework journey at the young age of 7, under the instruction from her mother. She was fortunate to have inherited her father’s artistic gene that runs strong in her family. Wendy’s early passion has evolved over the past 40-plus years and she has won a number of awards and accolades, as far back as high school. She has continued to demonstrate mastery with most recent multiple stumpwork designs published in the Australian “Inspirations Magazine” in 2022. Wendy has a passion for anything with a threaded needle and has been teaching many forms of needlework extensively for over 30 years in Canada, Australia, and the US with a specialty in Stumpwork.
The enchanting Heartsease design highlights three playful flowers in full bloom. Worked in majestic shades of purple and dynamic yellows with their smiling faces and fluffy beards. Complete with a stem, bud, and foliage and an endearing snail gliding in the foreground carrying his real shell abode with him. Students will learn proper techniques for creating life-like detached elements, felt padding, wire wrapping, and a raised stem.
Technique: Stumpwork
Proficiency: Intermediate
Duration: Two-days
Kit Cost: $65 USD
Design Area: 4 inches x 2 inches
Kit Contents: Ivory silk main fabric, Quilter’s muslin, cotton for detached elements, felt, wire, thread card with DMC fibers, needle pack, snail shell.
Student Provides: 20cm (8-inch) embroidery hoop, two 10cm (4-inch) embroidery hoops, fine embroidery scissors, Fine tweezers, Scissors to cut wire, or pliers, Mechanical pencil or Frixion pen, 30 cm (12-inches) square of lightweight cotton fabric- color does not matter; will be discarded upon completion of project.
Max # of students: 20 -
Ladybird: Goldwork & Stumpwork workshop
Taught by Clara Warschauer (view bio)Clara Warschauer is an embroidery artist and teacher who shares the art of needlework through engaging virtual workshops with a global audience. Understanding the importance of online platforms, Clara provides detailed demonstrations and recorded sessions, allowing students to learn at their own pace and encourages students to create their own version of the projects.
In addition to digital endeavors, Clara is proudly affiliated with the prestigious London Embroidery School, where in-person classes frequently reach full capacity, reflecting the demand and positive reception of her teachings. This experience has refined Clara’s ability to foster an interactive and enriching atmosphere, promoting both skill development and creative exploration.
This workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the goldwork and stumpwork techniques used to create a Ladybird Scissors Fob. Participants will learn the entire process, from tracing the pattern to completing the final stitches, and will finish the project as either a scissors fob or a hanging ornament.
The workshop is beginner-friendly and ideal for those looking to explore goldwork and stumpwork. The techniques taught will allow participants to confidently create their own ladybird designs, with guidance on personalizing the project—such as creating heart-shaped spots or using unique colors.
For those interested in making additional versions of this project, optional goldwork supply bundles are available. These include materials like antennas, beads for the eyes, and felt to inspire further creativity.
Technique: Goldwork/stumpwork
Duration: Two- days
Proficiency: Basic, some basic experience in embroidery would be beneficial
Kit Cost: $100 USD
Design Area: 1.5 in x 2 in
Kit Contents: 100% cotton muslin, felt in red and black, sewing threads, heavy metal sewing thread, red bright check purl, black smooth passing thread, red pearl purl, black smooth purl, gilt pearl purl, gilt super pearl purl, red pearl purl, antennas, beads, , 2mm black sequins, Needles: #10 Embroidery, #11 Milliners, #20 Chenille, stuffing, glue brush for glue.
Student Provides: 8-inch hands-free embroidery hoop, goldwork embroidery scissors, embroidery scissors, a velvet board or soft surface to cut the metals, awl (or other piercing fabric tool), tweezers (optional).
Max # of students: 22 -
Li’l Ladies Stumpwork and Goldwork Design
Taught by Wendy Innes (view bio)Wendy began her needlework journey at the young age of 7, under the instruction from her mother. She was fortunate to have inherited her father’s artistic gene that runs strong in her family. Wendy’s early passion has evolved over the past 40-plus years and she has won a number of awards and accolades, as far back as high school. She has continued to demonstrate mastery with most recent multiple stumpwork designs published in the Australian “Inspirations Magazine” in 2022. Wendy has a passion for anything with a threaded needle and has been teaching many forms of needlework extensively for over 30 years in Canada, Australia, and the US with a specialty in Stumpwork.
These cheerful little ladies are worked on a background of ivory silk using goldwork techniques in bright vibrant colors instead of traditional golds. The added aspect of stumpwork adds to the charm of the piece offering a touch more interest. Worthwhile goldwork techniques such as felt padding, bricking, and various forms of metal thread attachment, along with unique stumpwork features are incorporated in this piece. This is the second design in a set of 3 featuring whimsy pollinators using goldwork techniques for all levels of skill. The first features bees and the third dragonflies.
Technique: Stumpwork
Duration: Two-days
Proficiency: All levels
Kit Cost: $70 USD
Design Area: 4 inches x 4 inches
Kit Contents: Ivory silk main fabric, Quilter’s muslin, cotton for detached elements, thread card, all metal threads, needle pack, felt, wire, beeswax.
Student Provides: 20 cm (8-inch) embroidery hoop OR 10” x 10” stretcher bars (with tacks), 10 cm (4-inch) embroidery hoop, 6-inch ruler, mechanical pencil, Frixion pen, fine tweezers, fine embroidery scissors, scissors to cut wire, Recommended: awl, mellor, velvet board.
Max # of students: 20 -
Monarch Stumpwork Design
Taught by Wendy Innes (view bio)Wendy began her needlework journey at the young age of 7, under the instruction from her mother. She was fortunate to have inherited her father’s artistic gene that runs strong in her family. Wendy’s early passion has evolved over the past 40-plus years and she has won a number of awards and accolades, as far back as high school. She has continued to demonstrate mastery with most recent multiple stumpwork designs published in the Australian “Inspirations Magazine” in 2022. Wendy has a passion for anything with a threaded needle and has been teaching many forms of needlework extensively for over 30 years in Canada, Australia, and the US with a specialty in Stumpwork.
The majestic Monarch butterfly with its wings outstretched in delicate detail, hovering above a vibrant thistle in full bloom. Worked in many fundamental stumpwork components for students to learn new skills or to hone previous ones. Turkey work, raised stem stitch, satin stitch, trellis stitch, felt padding, wired elements, to name a few techniques, are all used in this piece worked on a background of ivory silk in DMC threads.
Technique: Stumpwork
Duration: Two-days
Proficiency: Intermediate
Kit Cost: $60 USD
Design Area: 4 inches x 3.75 inches
Kit Contents: Ivory silk main fabric, Quilter’s muslin, cotton for detached elements, thread card with DMC fibers, needle pack, bead pack, felt, wire, turkey work comb.
Student Provides: 20 cm (8-inch) embroidery hoop, two 10 cm (4-inch) embroidery hoops, Mechanical pencil or Frixion pen, fine tweezers, fine embroidery scissors, scissors to cut wire, 12″ square of lightweight cotton fabric- color does not matter; will be discarded upon completion of project.
Max # of students: 20 -
Sad Hedgehog Goldwork Ornament
Taught by Clara Warschauer (view bio)Clara Warschauer is an embroidery artist and teacher who shares the art of needlework through engaging virtual workshops with a global audience. Understanding the importance of online platforms, Clara provides detailed demonstrations and recorded sessions, allowing students to learn at their own pace and encourages students to create their own version of the projects.
In addition to digital endeavors, Clara is proudly affiliated with the prestigious London Embroidery School, where in-person classes frequently reach full capacity, reflecting the demand and positive reception of her teachings. This experience has refined Clara’s ability to foster an interactive and enriching atmosphere, promoting both skill development and creative exploration.
Discover the joy of creating a whimsical Sad Hedgehog ornament in this engaging goldwork embroidery class! Participants will learn the entire process, from tracing the pattern to the final stitches. The instructor will guide students step by step, including sharing techniques for embroidering the face, allowing students to personalize their hedgehog’s expression—it doesn’t have to be sad! Expect a creative and fun atmosphere as we explore different possibilities for unique hedgehogs.
This class is beginner-friendly and perfect for those new to goldwork or stumpwork techniques. Some prior embroidery experience is recommended, but no previous knowledge of goldwork is required. By the end of the session, students will have the skills and confidence to embroider their hedgehogs, or other animals, and apply the techniques to future projects.
Technique: Goldwork/Stumpwork
Duration: One-day
Proficiency: Basic, some basic experience in embroidery would be beneficial
Kit Cost: $100 USD
Design Area: 2 in x 1.5 in
Kit Contents: 100% Cotton Muslin, faux metallic leather, felt, beads, sewing thread, small bobbin of Madeira heavy metal gold thread, black smooth purl, brown rough purl, brown bright check purl, gilt super pearl, purl gilt twist, Needles: Embroidery #10, Milliners #11, Chenille #20, stuffing, glue, brush,
Student Provides: 8-inch hands- free embroidery hoop, clamp for two-handed stitching, goldwork embroidery scissors, embroidery scissors, a velvet board or soft surface to cut the metals, awl (or other piercing fabric tool), tweezers (optional).
Max # of students: 22 -
Sweet Pea Stumpwork Design
Taught by Wendy Innes (view bio)Wendy began her needlework journey at the young age of 7, under the instruction from her mother. She was fortunate to have inherited her father’s artistic gene that runs strong in her family. Wendy’s early passion has evolved over the past 40-plus years and she has won a number of awards and accolades, as far back as high school. She has continued to demonstrate mastery with most recent multiple stumpwork designs published in the Australian “Inspirations Magazine” in 2022. Wendy has a passion for anything with a threaded needle and has been teaching many forms of needlework extensively for over 30 years in Canada, Australia, and the US with a specialty in Stumpwork.
Class description: Sweet Pea features a delicate Sweet Pea design with a flower in full bloom on a stem complete with a bud, pea pod, leaf, and tendrils. The intricate bloom is very dimensional to give a very realistic representation of an actual bloom forever preserved in thread. A precious fuzzy bee with its gossamer wings and fluffy body is also nearby coming in for a taste of sweet nectar. The design includes many useful and essential stumpwork techniques such as string and felt padding, two different applications to work detached wired elements to create depth and realism, creation of the bee body and fragile tendrils. Proper thread painting techniques are also incorporated to further develop life-like detail. Some experience with surface embroidery would be helpful in this class, although all aspects of each technique and explanation of all stitches will be covered. The kit includes 13 pages of written instructions with color photos, all threads clearly marked on a thread card, silk background fabric, additional fabrics for detached elements, beads, metallics, wire, felt and needle pack.
Technique: Stumpwork
Duration: Two-days
Proficiency: Intermediate
Kit Cost: $70 USD
Design Size: 4.5 inches x 3.25 inches
Kit Contents: Ivory silk main fabric, Quilter’s muslin, cotton for detached elements, organza, Thread card with stranded cottons, metallic thread, needle pack, bead pack, turkey work comb, wire, felt.
Student provides: Two 15cm (6-inch) embroidery hoops, 10cm (4-inch) embroidery hoop, 20cm (8-inch) embroidery hoop, awl, fine tweezers, straight pins, fine embroidery scissors, mechanical pencil or Frixion pen, 30 cm (12-inches) square of lightweight cotton fabric- color does not matter; will be discarded upon completion of project.
Max # of students: 20
