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Lecture Description: My aim is to breathe life and emotion into embroidery, an art form that is often perceived as purely decorative.
A needle is my tool, thread is my medium and stitches are my marks." For over 45 years, Salley has created 3-dimensional hand-stitched miniature worlds that range from precious to poignant to provocative. About Salley: While studying illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design in the 1970’s, an insightful teacher encouraged me to tap into my crafty and playful side. This newfound sense of freedom felt exhilarating—an organic, joyful expression straight from the heart. No longer confined to traditional art mediums, I discovered that working with stitching and soft sculpture allowed my ideas to come alive in new and unexpected ways. Salley's 3-dimensional artwork is photographed and reproduced in children’s books, including the 2010 award-winning "Pocketful of Posies: A Treasury of Nursery Rhymes" and "My Bed: Enchanting Ways to Fall Asleep Around the World". My bestselling how-to book of doll projects, "Felt Wee Folk: New Adventures" continues to inspire creativity. Salley does not teach classes. However, her blog is full of informative and inspiring photos, videos, and descriptions of projects she has made. Her how-to book "Felt Wee Folk" provides step-by-step instructions for making wee folk dolls, with many examples and patterns. For more information about Salley Mavor check out her website filled with photos of her work and a link to her blog. Website: https://weefolkstudio.com/ 
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