2022 EGA Sunny Spot

Description

We cordially welcome all participants to the 2022 EGA National Seminar “Sunny spot” Class on August 24 – 28, 2022 in New York City!
It is our utmost joy to have you for this special occasion and we are thrilled to be able to share the 1600-year cultural heritage.

Please submit your order by July 15th, 2022 to ensure the delivery of your kit to the EGA venue.

You have three color scheme choices
  

Technique: Japanese Embroidery
Design Area:      L9″ x W9″
Proficiency:        Basic through Advanced Intermediate
Kit Contents:     Silk ground fabric, silk threads, metallic threads, couching threads, beads, needles, mounting fabric.

As described on the EGA website, Please note that Embroidery frames and tools may be brought by the student, or rented (You can keep the items by not claiming the deposit). We currently don’t have a brand new frame, but if you wish to get a brand new frame, please contact us as we may be able to introduce 3rd party vendors.

Gold leaf is recommended to be applied to your fabric. We can either apply the main circle area on your behalf and do the gold leafing partially, or all by yourself (may require extra time after the class. The starter kit is included which enables you to try the simple techniques on your own.

<Option 1> You can rent the necessary tools and decide to keep them or return them.
The purpose of this is to let you have an option to rent to minimize the cost.

• Japanese Embroidery Frame (Used, Another type of frame is not accepted)
• Tekobari (Stroking Needle, Used)
• Awl (Stiletto, Used)

You will need to deposit ahead, however, you will receive a full refund if you return the whole set within 6 months.
Please click on the complete the checkout process to reserve your tools.

Also, you can change your mind to keep the rental kits which means you will not receive any refund.

Upon return, if some items are lost or damaged (JEC’s judgment) the amount of refund will be decreased based on their cost.
If you don’t have an account with us, please register upon checkout.

<option 2> If you already have the tools, of course, you can bring them
Even though you already have all the tools and do not necessary to purchase anything, please tell so by selecting this option.

We will send another newsletter later regarding the class information.
Should you have any other concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us by simply replying to this mail or at

su*****@ja****************.com

Here is important information to share:

1. Along with the basic tools such as embroidery scissors, we recommend several optional items to smoothly apply the techniques. (If you don’t, we can supply them for you)

• Triangle set (ruler with grid)

2. Also, a copy of instruction material will be provided, but we will bring the textbook, which includes all techniques, for purchase in case you want it.

• The textbook will be available after the class at the merchandise night

3. Finishing paper (baking parchment paper – available at a local store) and wheat starch for pasting will be needed for finishing which will be done at the last step of class. Video instruction will be available so you can do it at home.

In case you need to have the above items, they will be available at the merchandise night.

4. If you are bringing portable lights (recommended) and/or magnifiers, they need to be battery-operated as there will be no classroom power available for students.