120 Needlework courses

A quilting class suitable for beginners or those wanting to build on the skills they already have. This is a skill building sampler quilt which will also give an opportunity to build on quilting skills

A quilting class suitable for beginners or those wanting to build on the skills they already have. This is a skill building sampler quilt which will also give an opportunity to build on quilting skills.

If you would like to build your quilting confidence, join me for this confidence building class and create a quilt using a quilt as you go method.

During this two-hour session you will learn how to get the best possible print from the extensive collection of hand carved Indian Blocks I have in my workshop. 

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.

A relaxed and informal Goldwork Embroidery course in the lovely setting of a converted 18th Century cotton mill in Warwick Bridge, Carlisle. A relaxed and informal Goldwork Embroidery course in the lovely setting of a converted 18th Century cotton mill in Warwick Bridge, Carlisle. Learn the unique techniques of the fascinating art of Goldwork Embroidery with a comprehensive design that samples essential specialised goldwork stitches and techniques.

Join the crafty fun at Stitching Kitchen for a machine Applique workshop, we will use a range of fabrics and embellishments to create a textured picture using a house as inspiration.

Join us at Stitching Kitchen for a wonderful few hours learning how to create a rag rug or rag rug cushion.

A sewing workshop to create a simple dungaree dress which has a couple of different style options. Full help is on hand to understand the pattern, cut out and assemble your dress. Bring your own machine or borrow one from Stitching Kitchen.

An evening of making Christmas ornaments with felt and hand stitching.