{"product_id":"pepenado-embroidery","title":"Pepenado Embroidery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMexico’s extraordinary biodiversity and cultural history are reflected in its vibrant textile traditions. Across the country, embroidery styles vary widely, even within a single region, where different stitches, textiles, and techniques coexist and evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there is no evidence of embroidery in pre-Hispanic Mexico, weaving has long been a foundation of textile artistry. On the backstrap loom, artisans developed a decorative method called supplementary weft, which introduces extra colors and motifs directly into the fabric. Closely tied to this practice is pepenado, a technique where threads of the warp are carefully picked up to create designs, adding both color and pattern to the woven surface. Over time, pepenado evolved into an embroidery tradition, carrying forward this weaving heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motifs of pepenado are deeply meaningful, drawing on cosmogonic and mythical imagery, scenes from daily life, and elements of the natural world. Common subjects include animals such as birds, turkeys, dogs, horses, donkeys, cats, rabbits, and pigs, as well as flora like corn, grapes, flowers, vines, leaves, and trees. Religious symbols, such as virgins and crosses, also appear frequently, alongside striking geometric patterns including triangles, rectangles, circles, and stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop, participants will be introduced to the history and cultural significance of pepenado embroidery, explore its wide vocabulary of motifs, and learn the foundational stitches of the technique. Together, we will discover how this centuries-old practice continues to be a living form of artistic expression, storytelling, and connection to nature and community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThursday, August 20th, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12:00-2:30 pm ET\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZoom, a link will be sent to participants the day before class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e$75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecording\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll World Embroidery Series sessions will be recorded. A link to each recording will be emailed to all registrants following the live session. Each link is live for three months after the live session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedle\u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA blunt (pointless) needle\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny size between No. 20 and No. 24 is recommended, depending on the fabric's weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric\u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAida No. 10 or jute is ideal for beginners, but any plain fabric that makes the warp and weft visible will work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread\u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton embroidery floss, acrylic thread, or wool can all be used\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor open-weave fabrics such as jute or Aida, it is best to use all six strands of embroidery floss, or a yarn with a thickness similar to the fabric’s threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"15px\"}}} --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbroidery hoop (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the World Embroidery Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTATTER’s World Embroidery Series is a celebration of global embroidery craft. Sewists will encounter an astonishing array of culturally specific techniques, and will have the opportunity to learn from accomplished practicing teachers who are equally purposed in preserving heritage techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle Discount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen four World Embroidery classes are added to your cart, a 25% off code will be automatically applied. All classes must be in a single order to qualify for the discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScholarships\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have one scholarship seat available for this workshop. 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