Curriculum
Practice Path
A guided route through the encyclopedia — from first pleat to first bishop. Checkmarks are saved on this device, or print the page for a paper checklist.
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Sampler rule: Every new stitch gets a 6–8" batiste strip before it touches a garment. Keep strips labeled with thread and tension notes.
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Phase 1 — Machine & materials
Pleat a clean batiste strip before you stitch.
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Phase 2 — Foundation stitches
Cable and outline until tension is automatic.
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Phase 3 — Traveling stitches
Add vertical motion, then diamonds.
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Phase 4 — Elastic & advanced
Honeycomb for give; Van Dyke for drama.
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Phase 5 — Embroidery companions
Add sprays above the smocked field.
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Phase 6 — First garment
Put a plate into a real neckline.