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Nautical Floor Cloth, with Mary Emery Lacoursiere
Tuesday, October 5, to Friday, October 8: 9 A.M.–1 P.M.
Member $275; Nonmember $325
Painted canvas floor cloths were first introduced to America from Britain in the late eighteenth century. They were used to decorate entries, hallways, and dining rooms. Floor cloths were also used as the summer rug, stored under a rug that was rolled away for the summer. Create a nautical-themed floor cloth using designs such as a compass rose, ropes, ships, shells. We have an extensive collection of traditional stencils available. The finish size is 3’ x 5’. However, for an additional material cost, students can custom size their rug to a maximum size of 4’ x 6’.
All materials provided. Maximum class size: 8
Mary Emery Lacoursiere graduated from Pratt Institute with an M.F.A. in printmaking and painting. She had a studio in New York City for fifteen years, specializing in hand-painted sisal rugs, murals, and restoring historical painting. A member of the Historical Society of Early American Decoration since 1978, Mary has been a contributing artist for Lifetime Television and Hearst Entertainment and currently owns and operates Emery Design here on Nantucket. www.maryemerydesign.com
