Last year, Aurifil launched our inaugural thread education subscription, developed in celebration of our 40th Annniversary and in honor of all of you. We’d noted your curiosity and hunger for knowledge and were compelled to share a program offering a deep dive into each of Aurifil’s available thread weights. Thread Labs 1.0 started from the beginning, turning to Master Educator Karen L. Miller to share all the details of how our threads are made, and leaning on our trusted Aurifilosophers and Designers to share insight into usage via practical application. The subscription was a wild success and we knew straight away that wanted to continue with a second season.
Thread Labs 1.0 — Clockwise from Top L: Karen L. Miller, Amy Friend, Barbara Persing, Annie Smith, Aneela Hoey, Susan Ache, Karen L. Miller, Jo Avery
Today, Aurifil is excited to announce the launch of Thread Labs 2.0, the sophisticated successor to Thread Labs 1.0. Building upon the foundational knowledge provided in 2023, this new program will offer an intriguing exploration of techniques and applications, guided by a new and distinguished team of educators. From July to December, participants will engage in an immersive learning experience, covering a diverse range of skills from FPP to Machine Quilting, through the practical use of various Aurifil thread weights.
The first box, Lab 2.1, grants early access to the Aurifilosophy Cool Thread Exemplar, a compact spool storage case, and a unique thread tracking booklet. Aurifil Designer Nicholas Ball will lead subscribers through a creative project that utilizes several thread weights included in the Thread Exemplar, while tutoring via exclusive video content to ensure a comprehensive learning experience for all proficiency levels. Subsequent labs will introduce new educators, thread assortments, and innovative techniques, fostering an environment where creativity and skill development flourish.
We’ve designed Thread Labs as an essential resource for both seasoned Aurifil users and those new to our products. Each session, developed by our esteemed Aurifilosophers and Designers, includes an exclusive project that serves as both an educational tool and a source of inspiration for the featured thread weights. Subscription boxes deliver a meticulously selected assortment of threads, while a secure online portal provides subscribers with access to a wealth of exclusive materials, including project PDFs, interviews with educators, tutorials, special offers, and more. |
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