15 Educators providing Free Motion & Machine Embroidery courses

4 day quilting workshop covering everything from tools, techniques, designing, measuring, cutting, stitching, wadding, binding, some history too. You will receive two feet for your machine, a book, and all the materials are included too

Learn to applique, learn what tools and tricks you need to really make this work for you. Also get to grips with the really free and artistic free motion machine embroidery technique. Set your machine free to draw with it, combined with applique you can make stunning art! This is a very practical and hands on class which will see you appliqueing & free motion stitching in no time, the techniques are easily mastered so you can spend your time creating. Part of a 4 day quilting course, but suitable as a stand alone course too.

Overview Embroidery is a pleasurable and lifelong skill to learn. It has become a popular hobby for many in recent years. Moreover, social media has allowed people to share their creations with the world. This Embroidery For Beginners Course will teach you the embroidery skills to create various projects.  The Embroidery For Beginners Course will guide you through starting and finishing different embroidery projects successfully. It will teach you the basic and advanced techniques to develop different embroidery designs and patterns. You'll discover the fundamentals of stitches, the basic equipment and materials for stitching and the essential principles of design and embroidery. Again, you'll learn special stitching techniques, such as cross-stitch, ribbon embroidery, blackwork embroidery, 3D and stumpwork embroidery. You'll also learn how to fix your embroidery mistakes to create flawless designs and patterns and understand how to start a lucrative embroidery business. Course Preview Learning Outcomes Familiarise yourself with the different types of stitches Learn about different fabric types and their uses Learn step-by-step how to make decorative stitches Be able to choose colours and threads for your design Get instructions on planning your stitching strategy Understand how to launch a successful embroidery business Why Take This Course From John Academy? Affordable, well-structured and high-quality e-learning study materials Engaging tutorial videos, materials from the industry-leading experts Opportunity to study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result Earn UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification Easily access the course content on mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime Excellent career advancement opportunities Get 24/7 student support via email. Who Should Take this Embroidery For Beginners? Whether you're an existing practitioner or an aspiring professional, this course is an ideal training opportunity. It will elevate your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and a recognised qualification attesting to your knowledge. Are There Any Entry Requirements? This Embroidery For Beginners Course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. But learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. And a good understanding of the English language, numeracy, and ICT will be helpful. Certificate of Achievement After completing this course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates & Transcripts can be obtained either in Hardcopy at £14.99 or in PDF format at £11.99. Career Path​ Embroidery For Beginners Course provides essential skills that will make you more effective in your role. It would be beneficial for any related profession in the industry, such as: Dressmaker Fashion designer Textile artist Upholsterer Curtain maker Module 01: Introduction to Embroidery Introduction to Embroidery 00:16:00 Module 02: Fundamentals of Stitches Fundamentals of Stitches 00:15:00 Module 03: Designing Your First Embroidery Project Designing Your First Embroidery Project 00:13:00 Module 04: Stitching Your First Project Stitching Your First Project 00:13:00 Module 05: Introduction to Special Techniques Introduction to Special Techniques 00:14:00 Module 06: Taking Your Skills Further Taking Your Skills Further 00:15:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Journals and scrapbooks have always been a great way to record events, memories or just to develop ideas and interests. 

Brand new for 2021, Live online quilting course via Zoom, for total beginners.

If you have ever struggled to wrestle a quilt under your sewing machine, then this is the workshop for you! Come along and consider 3 ways of joining your blocks that allow you to quilt each block separately, prior to final assembly of your quilt. This is perfect for beginners and can be used to make a double-sided quilt.

This fun 1 day workshop will really get you started with your free machine embroidery, with great results from the start!

Crewel embroidery, also known as Jacobean embroidery, has been practiced for centuries and remains a beautiful and practical craft used to adorn clothing, bags, boxes and much more.

Hand embroidery has been practiced for centuries and remains a hugely popular and fulfilling craft today.  As with most crafts, hand embroidery is wide and varied in technique, style and usage.  Traditional crewel embroidery, fine and delicate silk work, contemporary mixed media or modern folk art to name just a few.

This pretty quilt has been designed with total beginner’s in mind. The design is quick and simple to make, with minimum fabric cutting (you wont be cutting lots of small pieces all day!). This one day workshop includes: How to cut your fabrics accurately How to piece accurately with a perfect 1/4″ seam Assembling your quilt top together Layering up the quilt, wadding and backing How to achieve simple quilting Making and attaching your quilt binding