April 8-10, 2011 |
Madeira Linens
With a Twist!
presented by Connie Palmer
"Madeira" is
synonymous with "elegance and style". Traditional heirloom Madeira linens
incorporate exquisite detailing using linen and organdy. Making heirloom linens
come into "modern" times requires a little "twist".
We are going to combine a gorgeous textured weave ivory linen with exquisite
quality black linen and add a "twist" of black Swiss organdy to create a
beautiful and elegant table runner. Techniques that will be incorporated
include: "Pinless Laceshaping" using ivory French lace; Madeira
Appliqué on each
end of the table runner; and, Machine Embroidery in ivory on the black Swiss
cotton organdy.
Teacher Profile
Connie Palmer
What began as a simple
interest in sewing 25 years ago has, through experience and advanced education,
grown and blossomed into an exciting adventure that Connie loves to share with
her students. Her gift for elegant design and exquisite craftsmanship has
made her a highly sought after teacher in the US, Puerto Rico, Canada and
Mexico. As a licensed Martha Pullen Educator, Connie teaches “Martha
Pullen Heirloom Retreats” internationally. She also travels and teaches for the
“Martha Pullen Extravaganzas” as well at the “Martha Pullen School of Art
Fashion” in Huntsville, Al.
Her showcase of skills can often be seen on the PBS television series, Martha’s
Sewing Room, America Sews with Sue Hausmann and Quilting with Shar. She is a
regular contributor to "Sew Beautiful Magazine". Other articles can be seen in
“Design in Machine Embroidery” and Jenny Haskins magazine. She has the privilege
of having garment designs on the front of 5 Martha Pullen books. “Lovely
Lingerie”, “Elegant Sewing for Baby”, “Contemporary Heirlooms for the Older
Girl”, “Six Easy Patterns”, and “Fabulous Fashions”.
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