{"product_id":"raffia-emboridery","title":"Raffia Emboridery","description":"\u003cp\u003eRaffia embroidery is a contemporary embroidery technique developed by London-based fashion designer, textile artist and author Tihara Smith, inspired by Caribbean straw crafts. In this class, participants will be introduced to the inspiration\u003cbr\u003ebehind the technique and will also explore raffia, a natural fibre derived from the raffia palm tree, and learn how to use it as an embroidery material, working with both natural and paper raffia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking on a natural raffia fabric base, participants will learn the basics of raffia embroidery and create a raffia embroidery sample hoop, practising a selection of embroidery stitches using paper raffia. The sample hoop format allows participants to explore different stitch techniques in one piece, making it a useful reference to return to beyond the class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe class is suitable for all levels. No prior embroidery experience is required, though those with some stitching background will find room to build on their existing skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThursday, October 15th, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11:00-1:30 pm ET\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\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e$75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecording\u003c\/strong\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\u003cstrong\u003eClass Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaffia Fabric\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt least 30 x 30cm (12x12in) piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusible Knit Interlining 609, white \n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt least 30 x 30cm (12x12in) piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper Raffia Yarn\/Ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30cm\/12” 2cm Deep Wooden Quilting Hoop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChenille Needle, Size 18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: Embroidery Thread (Cotton) and Felt Fabric 1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the World Embroidery Series\u003c\/strong\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\u003cstrong\u003eBundle Discount\u003c\/strong\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\u003cstrong\u003eScholarships\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have one scholarship seat available for this workshop. To be considered for a scholarship, please fill out this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSefKjWoZCctdNerBHwdYURMhaGOqslS1GcbBFLZYMAP69PONA\/viewform\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003escholarship\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSefKjWoZCctdNerBHwdYURMhaGOqslS1GcbBFLZYMAP69PONA\/viewform\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e application form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tatter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51822743880001,"sku":"EDU_RAFFIA-EMBROIDERY_SMITH_2026.10.15","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/3195\/5777\/files\/Screenshot_2026-06-25_at_3.45.11_PM.png?v=1782416947","url":"https:\/\/shop.tatter.org\/products\/raffia-emboridery","provider":"Tatter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}