We have had the first session of the two day Lettering
Class, everyone enjoyed it.
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Hard at Work |
We started off exploring the many, many types of lettering
that could be used on needlepoint with the help of a specially prepared work
manual. This gave examples of simple
letters, script alphabets, monograms, nautical flags that represent individual
letters, and many more.
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Hard at Play |
Besides numerous alphabets there was examples of how each
type could b put to create whole projects or simply add a personal touch to a
piece. A lively discussion ensued with
many examples of my own work being handled and discussed
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Gill Alphabet |
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Phrase |
Probably the areas that appealed most to the students were
‘Phrases’ , sayings like ‘You aren’t getting old just more valuable’ and one
student brought in a great saying about gardens which will call out for a
pretty floral border (to be worked on Day 2).
The Eric Gill script alphabet worked on a Tartan background which can be
ordered and worked in other colours also proved popular; and the Rainbow letters
which were originally created by my niece who does watercolours of children’s names.
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Gina in Rainbow Letters |
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