Embroidering opportunity for young people!

Date: June 18-21, 2008

In addition to its classes in  advanced embroidery, JEC offers a Young Students Class, an introductory-level course intended to pass on to the next generation the thousand-year old tradition of Nuido™. Open to children and grandchildren (ages eight to twenty) of current JEC members, the Young Students Class initiates the novice  into the exquisite art of Japanese embroidery.

Kazumi Tamura, who has been stitching since she was 4 year old, will head our classes, and lead our students in the way of Japanese embroidery. Adults accompanying students may stitch in  the classroom. Daily tuition will be charged.

For the class, students will each  receive a free kit and will have the use of a Japanese frame, needles, and  tools. (However, we encourage you to bring your own tools, if possible. Please  be sure to at least bring your own small scissors, a cloth at least 30 inches  square to cover your work, and a sack lunch!)

For the registration and guardian information for Young Students Class 2008, please download the following forms, complete, and fax or mail to us.

Young Students Class 2008 Application (PDF)

Information for Guardians of Young Students Class Attendees (PDF)

While there is no charge for the class, JEC does require a $90.00 deposit against the return of the frame and tools, which may be taken home to complete the piece. If these are returned within six months preserved in the same condition they were when received, your  deposit will be refunded.

During the course, two free designs  will be offered:

"Fortune Crane"

"Small Happiness"

New (beginner) students will work on "Small Happiness," while second-year (intermediate) students will work on "Fortune Crane."

An option exists for both third-year (advanced) and beginner or intermediate students of high-school age or older to  begin with Phase I designs ("American Basket; "Mile High;" or "Bouquet from the  Heart of Japan," which may be viewed by clicking the thumbnail below). For students who opt to begin with Phase I designs, a discount of 10% off the  regular course curriculum price is available if parent or guardian is a JEC member.

Please know that there are a limited number of seats available, and that first priority goes to the children/relatives of JEC members, so make sure you sign up for our Young  Students Classes now!