About the New World Full Kit

For lovers of counted canvas designs with a modern flair, Orna Willis is back!  It’s been a while, but I think you’ll agree, it’s been worth the wait.  Join Orna in celebrating art that speaks to the heart of renewal, fresh directions, boundless hope, and the promise of a bright future. Let your needle and thread guide you through a creative experience where every stitch is a step towards your own "New World."

This course is tailored for advanced stitchers who are looking to expand their knowledge of technique while enjoying a one-of-a-kind artistic journey. You'll explore a vibrant tapestry of colors and patterns that embody transformation and the excitement of new beginnings.

Orna’s New World design is a larger project, measuring about 13” square on 18-ct brown mono canvas.  Canvas cut size is 18” square. Orna has created a dramatic set design in greens and pinks, or you can choose to provide your own supplies to create your own unique version of New World.  The kitted version includes a beautiful array of silks: Trebizond, Waterlilies, Gumnut Stars, Needlepoint Inc. as well as lovely seed beads and beautiful metal Perle Purl!  All participants will receive online instructions (delivered as pdfs) and a series of color Master Charts (all laminated) will be mailed to you, keeping them fresh for years to come.      

In this supportive, hands-on environment, you will follow your set of detailed colorful lessons full of charts, diagrams and photographs. You will also have access to videos with up close guidance and tips for the more advanced techniques. With Orna’s guidance, each of the stitches will be broken down and dissected so that students will learn the tricks to bringing out the best in each stitch.  You will learn tips that you will take on with you to any projects you stitch in the future.  Orna recommends this project for confident intermediate to advanced stitchers and the ability to read charts is a must.

New World will be taught in weekly lessons. Each lesson will be accompanied by detailed written lesson pages, charts, videos, and photos. Please note there is no live or Zoom component with this class.  Lessons are delivered as pdfs.

Students will supply 18” x 18” stretcher bars and usual stitching supplies.  Orna recommends Evertite ™ stretcher bars.