Embroidery: Mulgi Embroidery **

Teachers: Liina Laaneoja, Annika Vaalma

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Liina Laaneoja and Annika Vaalma

Annika Vaalma and Liina Laaneoja, the dynamic duo behind Etnowerk, craft captivating cardigans that blend emotion, bold beauty, and ethnographic motifs. Both Annika and Liina honed their skills at the esteemed UT Viljandi Culture Academy, a testament to their dedication to the art of handicraft.

Annika, the embroidery queen, possesses an uncanny talent for crafting the finest embroideries. Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of Estonian folk costumes, she transforms these motifs into stunning embellishments for their knitwear. The result? Modern clothing for the modern woman, where tradition meets contemporary style with effortless grace.

Liina, the master of colors and bold decorations, takes a different approach. Her creative vision shines through in her masterful use of crocheted ethnographic laces. By incorporating these intricate details with various textiles, she creates a kaleidoscope of textures and colors on their knitwear. The effect is undeniable: a burst of joy for both the wearer and the admirer.

https://etnowerk.com/

Mulgi embroidery, a timeless technique with roots in medieval art, offers a captivating blend of history and creativity. Characterized by stylized floral and plant motifs, this embroidery style once adorned churches, windows, and textiles. Mulgi women proudly wore these intricate designs on their headgear, aprons, and scarves.

In this two-day workshop, you'll delve into the rich history and techniques of Mulgi embroidery. Learn about the symbolism behind the motifs and how to recreate them using traditional methods.

Your Project: You'll create a stunning embroidered shawl using a pre-made machine-knitted wool fabric. You can choose from natural white, dark blue, or red workpieces. The embroidery will be done with wool yarn.

What's Included:

  • Embroidery yarns

Additional Cost:

  • €30 for the machine-knitted shawl workpiece

Skill Level: This workshop is suitable for those with prior embroidery experience.

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Mulgi embroidery
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Mulgi embroidery

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