Wool Redwork Tie-on Pocket
January 9, 16, & 23, 2026 from 10am -12pm
Laura Berlage, fiber artist, story teller, and historian has created this project. Did you know that at one time if a woman could not have pockets! There is fantastic book about the importance of pockets called The Pocket: A Hidden History of Women's Lives, 1660 - 1900 by Ariane Fennetaux and Barbara Burman.
This class is a great way to explore wool-on-wool embroidery, whether students have taken Level-1 or are new to the medium.
Wool Redwork Tie-on Pocket
Course Description
Ever frustrated your outfit doesn’t have pockets? Or pockets big enough for your phone? This class takes inspiration from the tradition of tie-on pockets, in vogue from the 1600’s through the 1800’s. Redwork is a beautiful, historical tradition that uses a limited number of stitches to create beautiful, understated designs. For ours, we’ll be stitching with techniques for wool embroidery, using hand dyed yarn from the instructor’s sheep. This project is perfect for having a handy place for your phone, treats, or other fun items, while displaying your beautiful stitches. Finished pocket is 9.25x8 inches.
Included in Your Project Kit (price of the kit with shipping is included in the price of the class)
Backing fabric with design (choose white or black)
Red bias tape
Wool embroidery yarn from the instructor’s sheep
Embroidery needle
PDF download of detailed instructions with pictures
Additional Materials Students Should Supply
Fabric scissors
Sharp thread scissors
Sewing needle and thread in harmonious color(s) for assembly (black/white and
red)
Fabric pins or clips
Course Overview
3 2-Hour Sessions, a week apart with homework between sessions
Week 1: Stem stitch, French knots, and split stitch.
Week 2: Satin stitch and back stitch
Week 3: Assemble the pocket!
DEADLINE FOR REGISTERING FOR THIS CLASS IS DECEMBER 26, 2025 and is limited in enrollment size.
January 9, 16, & 23, 2026 from 10am -12pm
Laura Berlage, fiber artist, story teller, and historian has created this project. Did you know that at one time if a woman could not have pockets! There is fantastic book about the importance of pockets called The Pocket: A Hidden History of Women's Lives, 1660 - 1900 by Ariane Fennetaux and Barbara Burman.
This class is a great way to explore wool-on-wool embroidery, whether students have taken Level-1 or are new to the medium.
Wool Redwork Tie-on Pocket
Course Description
Ever frustrated your outfit doesn’t have pockets? Or pockets big enough for your phone? This class takes inspiration from the tradition of tie-on pockets, in vogue from the 1600’s through the 1800’s. Redwork is a beautiful, historical tradition that uses a limited number of stitches to create beautiful, understated designs. For ours, we’ll be stitching with techniques for wool embroidery, using hand dyed yarn from the instructor’s sheep. This project is perfect for having a handy place for your phone, treats, or other fun items, while displaying your beautiful stitches. Finished pocket is 9.25x8 inches.
Included in Your Project Kit (price of the kit with shipping is included in the price of the class)
Backing fabric with design (choose white or black)
Red bias tape
Wool embroidery yarn from the instructor’s sheep
Embroidery needle
PDF download of detailed instructions with pictures
Additional Materials Students Should Supply
Fabric scissors
Sharp thread scissors
Sewing needle and thread in harmonious color(s) for assembly (black/white and
red)
Fabric pins or clips
Course Overview
3 2-Hour Sessions, a week apart with homework between sessions
Week 1: Stem stitch, French knots, and split stitch.
Week 2: Satin stitch and back stitch
Week 3: Assemble the pocket!