Name: Sew a Hexagon Shaped Candle Mat
Price: 30 GBP
Availability: InStock

Brackley

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Join us to make a wet felted bird, you can choose to make it as realistic or fantastic as you wish. &nbsp;Karen Lane will be teaching us to make a bird in just one day - you can choose from a seated or standing style - if standing the legs will require some homework but full instructions and support will be provided. &nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Karen is <span id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(68, 68, 68);">Mixed Media Textile Artist with a passion for Feltmaking.</span>&nbsp; She <span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(68, 68, 68);">discovered the art of Feltmaking in 2014 and immediately fell in love with the very physical and tactile process of transforming loose soft fibres into a unique piece of seamless felt.</span> &nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(68, 68, 68);">Karen is a member of the International Feltmakers Association and runs workshops in Feltmaking and Textile Art both here in the UK and in France.&nbsp;</span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We will provide all materials. &nbsp;Over the day<span id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">&nbsp;we will be wet felting around resists using Carded Corriedale. Templates will be provided so you will need to decide the style ahead of time. &nbsp;We will discuss ways in which these can be adapted to make a variety of different types of birds. &nbsp;There&rsquo;s also scope for further embellishing your work with hand embroidery if that&rsquo;s something you would like to do.</span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We will provide drinks and cake through <span style="caret-color: rgb(20, 24, 39); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="caret-color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">the</span> day to keep your felt making stamina up - just bring any felt making equipment you own (we have plenty you can use too) a couple of hand towels &nbsp;and a packed lunch.&nbsp;</p>

Description
Come and spend a day at Stitching Kitchen when guest tutor Karen Lane will be teaching us to make a wet felted bird in just one day. Your creation can be as realistic or fantastic as you wish. You can choose from a seated or standing style. 
Over the day we will be wet felting around resists using Carded Corriedale. Templates will be provided so you will need to decide the style ahead of time (scroll through the images above for the options). We will discuss ways in which these can be adapted to make a variety of different types of birds. There’s also scope for further embellishing your work with hand embroidery if that’s something you would like to do.




What you will learn/achieve
Wet felting around resists using Carded Corriedale
Using templates to make your design
Opportunity to hand embellish your work
You will take home a finished bird at the end of the session 
If you choose to make a standing style, the legs will require some homework but full instructions and support will be provided




What's included
Tuition: full instruction and support in a friendly and inclusive environment. 
All the materials and templates that you will need on the day, including Carded Corriedale.
Use of felting tools in the Stitching Kitchen studio on the day in addition to any of your own that you bring.
Tea and cake.




What to bring
Bring any felt making equipment you own (Stitching Kitchen has plenty you can use too) and a couple of hand towels.
A packed lunch.  



About your tutor
Karen is Mixed Media Textile Artist with a passion for Feltmaking. She discovered the art of Feltmaking in 2014 and immediately fell in love with the very physical and tactile process of transforming loose soft fibres into a unique piece of seamless felt. 
Karen is a member of the International Feltmakers Association and runs workshops in Feltmaking and Textile Art both here in the UK and in France. 




If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.


Stitching Kitchen

Wool Sculpture

Felting

Join us for a fun day of felt making creating seated or standing birds with Karen Lane.  

Wet Felt Birds with Karen Lane

General Admission

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Weaving with a frame loom and a wide range of textured yarns and fabrics you can create a wall hanging in just three hours.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">During the workshop I will teach you how to warp up your loom and teach you a series of weaving stitching which will add interest and texture to your work. There are stacks of different colours of yarn and heaps of interesting textures for you to pick from. We will use Rya knots to create a tasselled edge to your work and finish on it by fixing a wooden stick all ready for hanging.</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tea and coffee is on tap and I am on hand to help you if choosing stitches and yarns is getting overwhelming. That said weaving is a strangely relaxing craft, any process which uses both hands and allows you to enter that state of flow is extremely healing, a great antidote to the stresses of our modern, busy lives.&nbsp;</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Although you cannot keep the loom you use during the workshop you are welcome to purchase one from the Stitching Kitchen shop. &nbsp;I am a stockist for Hawthorne Handmade and I think their pop-up loom is just the bee&rsquo;s knees, so easy to use and stows away flat so uses hardly any space when not in use.</p>
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<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">What&#39;s included -</strong></em> tuition, materials, cake and tea</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">What to bring -</strong></em> nothing! If you&#39;d like to carry on at home, however, you can buy kits and supplies so bring your wallet.</p>

Weaving with a frame loom and a wide range of textured yarns and fabrics you can create a wall hanging in just three hours. 

During the workshop I will teach you how to warp up your loom and teach you a series of weaving stitching which will add interest and texture to your work. There are stacks of different colours of yarn and heaps of interesting textures for you to pick from. We will use Rya knots to create a tasselled edge to your work and finish on it by fixing a wooden stick all ready for hanging.

Tea and coffee is on tap and I am on hand to help you if choosing stitches and yarns is getting overwhelming. That said weaving is a strangely relaxing craft, any process which uses both hands and allows you to enter that state of flow is extremely healing, a great antidote to the stresses of our modern, busy lives. 

Although you cannot keep the loom you use during the workshop you are welcome to purchase one from the Stitching Kitchen shop. I am a stockist for Hawthorne Handmade and I think their pop-up loom is just the bee’s knees, so easy to use and stows away flat so uses hardly any space when not in use.



What's included - tuition, materials, cake and tea
What to bring - nothing! If you'd like to carry on at home, however, you can buy kits and supplies so bring your wallet.

Arts & Crafts

Weaving with a frame loom and a wide range of textured yarns and fabrics you can create a wall hanging in just three hours. 
Pick your favourite colours and textures from our extensive range of fibres and create something beautiful for your home

Weaving a Wall Hanging - suitable for beginners 

General admission

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Create a stylish scarf perfect for this winter.<span fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp; </span>If you can create a chain and have a little bit of crochet experience this is the class for you!<span fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp; </span>Join us at Stitching Kitchen with guest tutor Sonia from Lou Pea Crochet, she will work with you whether you are a novice or just want to make this rather wonderful chunky stay put scarf.<span fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp; </span>The class will cover the basic crochet stitches along with understanding the pattern terminology, so you can go home with a stylish scarf you very own hook and the knowledge to continue your crochet journey&hellip;..watch out you may get hooked (sorry!).</p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All wool and a hook are provided, along with tuition and hands on support over the two hours from Sonia.<span fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp; </span>A warm welcome to the Stitching Kitchen Studio as usual as well as tea/coffee and cake. <span fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Book now via the Stitching Kitchen website or message or call Hannah at Stitching Kitchen if you have any questions.</p>

Create a stylish scarf perfect for this winter. If you can create a chain and have a little bit of crochet experience this is the class for you! Join us at Stitching Kitchen with guest tutor Sonia from Lou Pea Crochet, she will work with you whether you are a novice or just want to make this rather wonderful chunky stay put scarf. The class will cover the basic crochet stitches along with understanding the pattern terminology, so you can go home with a stylish scarf you very own hook and the knowledge to continue your crochet journey…..watch out you may get hooked (sorry!).
All wool and a hook are provided, along with tuition and hands on support over the two hours from Sonia. A warm welcome to the Stitching Kitchen Studio as usual as well as tea/coffee and cake.  
Book now via the Stitching Kitchen website or message or call Hannah at Stitching Kitchen if you have any questions.

Crochet

Scarf & Glove Making

Create a stylish stay put scarf.  Using chunky wool this scarf grows quickly and is suitable for those who have a little experience.

Crochet a Stay Put Scarf

<p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: #000000;">All sewing machines benefit from regular cleaning and basic maintenance.&nbsp;&nbsp;Do you know how to care for your machine?&nbsp;&nbsp;During this workshop Jenny will teach you how to clean and maintain your sewing machine and provide you with a helpful guide to take home. &nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: #000000;">She will also cover needles, threads and tension so you get a well rounded overview of how your machine works mechanically so you can troubleshoot the typical problems sewing machine users face.&nbsp;&nbsp;At the end of the session you will be able to confidently clean your machine and know when you need to consult a repair engineer.</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: #000000;">Bring along your sewing machine and its instruction manual.&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: #000000;">About the tutor</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: #000000;">Jenny Feeney was born in upstate New York. &nbsp;She moved to the UK &nbsp;in 1999 when I married hubby in Banbury.&nbsp;&nbsp;She has been quilting for over 30 years, is self-taught and soon began designing her own patterns.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jenny discovers that Applique is her passion, together with machine and hand quilting with embroidery embellishments.&nbsp;&nbsp;She began teaching around 2017 and expanded into machine servicing and repairs in 2022.&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: #000000;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: #000000;">As always you will received a warm welcome and a cuppa and cake.&nbsp;&nbsp;This workshop will be held in the sewing studio upstairs at Stitching Kitchen.&nbsp;</p>

All sewing machines benefit from regular cleaning and basic maintenance. Do you know how to care for your machine? During this workshop Jenny will teach you how to clean and maintain your sewing machine and provide you with a helpful guide to take home. 
She will also cover needles, threads and tension so you get a well rounded overview of how your machine works mechanically so you can troubleshoot the typical problems sewing machine users face. At the end of the session you will be able to confidently clean your machine and know when you need to consult a repair engineer.
Bring along your sewing machine and its instruction manual. 
About the tutor
Jenny Feeney was born in upstate New York. She moved to the UK in 1999 when I married hubby in Banbury. She has been quilting for over 30 years, is self-taught and soon began designing her own patterns. Jenny discovers that Applique is her passion, together with machine and hand quilting with embroidery embellishments. She began teaching around 2017 and expanded into machine servicing and repairs in 2022. 


As always you will received a warm welcome and a cuppa and cake. This workshop will be held in the sewing studio upstairs at Stitching Kitchen. 

Learn how to care for your sewing machine. 

Sewing machine maintenance DIY workshop

Description
Join Janine for a longarm quilting consultation at Stitching Kitchen in Brackley on the first Monday of every month any time between 10 am and 2 pm. 
Whether you're looking to have your quilt top finished with a beautiful "edge-to-edge design" using the computerised longarm quilting machine or are simply curious about the process, these consultations are perfect for you! Janine will measure your quilt top, provide a price estimate, and guide you in choosing from pattern samples and thread colours to bring your quilt to life. 
Each consultation will take approximately 15 to 30 minutes, so if you're in a rush, please book ahead of time by calling 07464 623094. 
There’s no obligation to proceed with the quilting, so feel free to pop in, have a chat, and discover more about longarm quilting and how it can transform your quilt top into a stunning finished piece.




What you will learn/achieve
Advice fromJanine regarding choice of fabrics and threads
An option to have your quilt professionally finished




What's included
A consultation: a one on one chnace to discuss your options and design with an expert





What to bring
Just bring yourself! 
Please note that this consultation is held in our light and spacious first floor studio at Stitching Kitchen, which is accessible by stairs.  
 



About your tutor
Janine is an skilled longarm quilter who enjoys sharing her expertise in longarm quilting





If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.




A FREE consultation with no obligation to buy from Janine from Fat Quarter Quilting 

Quilt Finishing - Long Arm Quilting Consultation

Sheffield

<h4 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: var(--text); font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.05px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: var(--text); font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.05px;">If you are looking for a fun and addictive sewing project, then this is the class for you. &nbsp;You never stop at making one!</span></h4>
<h4 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: var(--text); font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.05px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: var(--text); font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.05px;">These fabric baskets are made using a technique which is fun to do. It is simple but creates a wonderful effect.</span></h4>
<h4 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: var(--text); font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.05px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: var(--text); font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.05px;">Whether you are an experienced sewer and want to enjoy crafty time with others, or a beginner wanting to try new techniques, you will have fun.&nbsp; It&#39;s a great introduction to quilting and helps build confidence with sewing.</span></h4>
<h4 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: var(--text); font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.05px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: var(--text); font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.05px;">Read what previous participants have said:&nbsp;</span></h4>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">"I have had such fun - I think I may be hooked on baskets! This is my small one - but bigger than I expected. Thank you Jane for all the help and inspiration."</em></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">"Thank you Jane for an enjoyable morning of sewing."</em></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">"This is so relaxing!"</em></p>

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(71, 77, 102); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: #474d66;">You will learn about the materials used, quilting, boxed corners, lining, top stitching.</span></p>
<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: var(--text-alt); letter-spacing: -0.05px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: var(--text-alt); letter-spacing: -0.05px;">All the materials are provided, including a PDF pattern for you to recreate at home.</span></p>
<h4 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;</h4>

If you are looking for a fun and addictive sewing project, then this is the class for you. You never stop at making one!These fabric baskets are made using a technique which is fun to do. It is simple but creates a wonderful effect.Whether you are an experienced sewer and want to enjoy crafty time with others, or a beginner wanting to try new techniques, you will have fun. It's a great introduction to quilting and helps build confidence with sewing.Read what previous participants have said:
"I have had such fun - I think I may be hooked on baskets! This is my small one - but bigger than I expected. Thank you Jane for all the help and inspiration."
"Thank you Jane for an enjoyable morning of sewing."
"This is so relaxing!"
You will learn about the materials used, quilting, boxed corners, lining, top stitching.
All the materials are provided, including a PDF pattern for you to recreate at home.

Loopy's Place

Quilting & Patchwork

Join me in my Sheffield studio to Sew Beautiful Quilted Baskets.  A fun project suitable for all abilities

Sew Beautiful Quilted Baskets

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">This is a fabulous sewing project to set you up for the festive season. &nbsp;A great beginners project on the sewing machine. &nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We will cut out the stocking in Christmas fabric and a lining too. &nbsp;If you wish you can add a Christmas themed appliqu&eacute; detail.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">You can use any Christmas fabrics from the Stitching Kitchen stash. &nbsp;Hannah is on hand to provide full instruction and guidance. &nbsp; As always there is tea and cake to keep you focused. &nbsp;</p>
<p style="color: rgb(14, 17, 49); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(14, 17, 49);">Bring yourself, your sewing machine and any of your own Christmas fabrics you want to include. &nbsp;You can always borrow a sewing machine if you don&#39;t have one or yours is too heavy to bring to the upstairs studio.</p>

This is a fabulous sewing project to set you up for the festive season. A great beginners project on the sewing machine. 
We will cut out the stocking in Christmas fabric and a lining too. If you wish you can add a Christmas themed appliqué detail.
You can use any Christmas fabrics from the Stitching Kitchen stash. Hannah is on hand to provide full instruction and guidance. As always there is tea and cake to keep you focused. 
Bring yourself, your sewing machine and any of your own Christmas fabrics you want to include. You can always borrow a sewing machine if you don't have one or yours is too heavy to bring to the upstairs studio.

Make your own Christmas Stocking using woven fabrics and a sewing machine. 

Sew your own Christmas Stocking

Irthlingborough

<p fr-original-style=" color: rgb(118, 118, 118);" id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(118, 118, 118); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;">Knit a vibrant dishcloth using100% cotton yarn. Both sturdy and colourful, perfect to get the job done whilst brightening the moment. Make one for yourself or give it away.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Material and needles supplied to make one cloth.</p><p fr-original-style=" color: rgb(118, 118, 118);" style="color: rgb(118, 118, 118); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;">Knitting stitches used:<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">cast on,<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">knit<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">yarn round needle<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">knit 2 together<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">cast off</p>

Knit a vibrant dishcloth using100% cotton yarn. Both sturdy and colourful, perfect to get the job done whilst brightening the moment. Make one for yourself or give it away.
Material and needles supplied to make one cloth.
Knitting stitches used:
cast on,
knit
yarn round needle
knit 2 together
cast off

Time & Space Learning

Knit a vibrant dishcloth using100% cotton yarn. Both sturdy and colourful, perfect to get the job done whilst brightening the moment. Make one for yourself or give it away.
Material and needles supplied to make one cloth.

Knitting stitches used:
cast on,
knit
yarn round needle
knit 2 together
cast off

Posh Cloths Workshop

Manchester

<p fr-original-style="" style="font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); box-sizing: border-box;">Customise your own reusable gift bag with this festive embroidery workshop from Hoop &amp; Fred.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); box-sizing: border-box;">Join Stephie for an afternoon of stitching at The Goods In, Prestwich. You&#39;ll learn all the embroidery basics and three key embroidery stitches as you customise your gift bag.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p fr-original-style="" style="font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); box-sizing: border-box;">There will be various design elements to choose from, or you can design something from scratch as Stephie guides you through every step.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p fr-original-style="" style="font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); box-sizing: border-box;">This is the perfect class for beginners looking to add their own personal creative touch to their gift-giving this year - or for an experienced stitcher looking for new ways to apply their craft.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p fr-original-style="" style="font-size: 16px; color: var(--text); box-sizing: border-box;">Tickets include all the materials you need and a festive drink!&nbsp;</p>

Customise your own reusable gift bag with this festive embroidery workshop from Hoop & Fred.
Join Stephie for an afternoon of stitching at The Goods In, Prestwich. You'll learn all the embroidery basics and three key embroidery stitches as you customise your gift bag.


There will be various design elements to choose from, or you can design something from scratch as Stephie guides you through every step.


This is the perfect class for beginners looking to add their own personal creative touch to their gift-giving this year - or for an experienced stitcher looking for new ways to apply their craft.


Tickets include all the materials you need and a festive drink! 

Hoop & Fred

Embroidery

Customise your own reusable gift bag with this festive embroidery workshop from Hoop & Fred.

Customise your own reusable gift bag - embroidery workshop

<div style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><div data-testid="conversation-turn-3" style="color: var(--text-primary); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--text-primary);"><div data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="3e26f3a1-e3f5-46ed-98f7-37da323bff5a" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="color: var(--tw-prose-body); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--tw-prose-body);"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Join us at Loopy&#39;s Place for a delightful sewing class where you&#39;ll learn to create a beautiful hexagon-shaped candle mat. This versatile mat can serve as a lovely addition to your home decor, doubling as a coaster or a base for vases.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">In this hands-on class, we&#39;ll explore a range of techniques to craft this hexagon candle mat, including:</p><ol fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong style="color: var(--tw-prose-bold); font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--tw-prose-bold);">Hand Stitching Hexagons (English Paper Piecing):</strong> Learn the art of English Paper Piecing, a timeless and precise hand-sewing method, to construct the hexagon design.</p></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong style="color: var(--tw-prose-bold); font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--tw-prose-bold);">Machine Appliqu&eacute;:</strong> Discover the magic of machine appliqu&eacute; to add intricate details and enhance your mat&#39;s aesthetic.</p></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong style="color: var(--tw-prose-bold); font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--tw-prose-bold);">Simple Machine Quilting:</strong> Master the basics of machine quilting to give your project that professional finish.</p></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong style="color: var(--tw-prose-bold); font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--tw-prose-bold);">Top Stitching:</strong> We&#39;ll delve into top stitching to provide durability and a polished look to your creation.</p></li></ol><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The class fee includes all the necessary materials, making it easy for you to dive into this creative journey without any hassle. Whether you&#39;re a seasoned quilter or just starting your sewing adventure, this class is designed to inspire and enhance your skills.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Don&#39;t miss this opportunity to create a unique and versatile hexagon candle mat with us at Loopy&#39;s Place. Join our sewing and quilting community and let your creativity shine.</p></div></div></div></div>

Join us at Loopy's Place for a delightful sewing class where you'll learn to create a beautiful hexagon-shaped candle mat. This versatile mat can serve as a lovely addition to your home decor, doubling as a coaster or a base for vases.
In this hands-on class, we'll explore a range of techniques to craft this hexagon candle mat, including:
Hand Stitching Hexagons (English Paper Piecing): Learn the art of English Paper Piecing, a timeless and precise hand-sewing method, to construct the hexagon design.
Machine Appliqué: Discover the magic of machine appliqué to add intricate details and enhance your mat's aesthetic.
Simple Machine Quilting: Master the basics of machine quilting to give your project that professional finish.
Top Stitching: We'll delve into top stitching to provide durability and a polished look to your creation.
The class fee includes all the necessary materials, making it easy for you to dive into this creative journey without any hassle. Whether you're a seasoned quilter or just starting your sewing adventure, this class is designed to inspire and enhance your skills.
Don't miss this opportunity to create a unique and versatile hexagon candle mat with us at Loopy's Place. Join our sewing and quilting community and let your creativity shine.

Appliqué

Sewing Machine

A sewing class to create a hexagon shaped candle mat using a mixture of hand and machine sewing.

Sew a Hexagon Shaped Candle Mat

<div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Join our embroidery specialists for more exiting workshops.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Saturdays 16th November and 07th December 2024 - 13h00 to 16h00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3h00 (6h00 in total)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">In this class, you will learn the art of surface stitch and Goldwork. This design was inspired by a beautiful red deer than I saw in Scotland.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">We will begin by stitching the outlines of the design in stem stitch. You will incorporate the split stitch on the outlines of the satin stitches. The satin stitch, straight and in an angle will be covered including how to keep the same angle and where to position your needle and at which angle.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">In the second session, you will add the festive bow including learning how to do a french knot. Finally, we will practise stitching the essing with gold smooth purl.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Homework in between both sessions will be recommended to allow a smooth transition in the class. Finishing all the steps taught in the first session will be recommended. Stitching the stem stitch on the outlines of the design and stitch the satin stitch.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">This class is aimed at someone who has knowledge of embroidery and would like to work in a contemporary design.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The class is pitched towards intermediate-advanced students and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one to one time with the tutor.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Finished piece size is approximately 11.5cm (H) x 7cm (W)&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Each kit includes: detailed instructions, brown embroidery thread, red embroidery thread, gold smooth purl, beeswax, different sized needles, white fabric with the artwork already drawn on and yellow Gutermann bobbin thread.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The class will allow you to develop at your own pace, with the opportunity for one to one guidance from the tutor due to the limited class numbers.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">You will need the additional equipment:</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">&ndash; a seated hoop 8 or 10 inch (with webbing around the top ring)<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; embroidery scissors<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; pins<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; pencil and rubber<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; notepad</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Recommended but Optional:</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">&ndash; goldwork scissors<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; goldwork pad</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">A link to access the class will be send to you two weeks before the course starts with instructions on how to access your course. You will need to download zoom and enter the details that you will receive.</div>

Join our embroidery specialists for more exiting workshops.
Saturdays 16th November and 07th December 2024 - 13h00 to 16h00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3h00 (6h00 in total)
In this class, you will learn the art of surface stitch and Goldwork. This design was inspired by a beautiful red deer than I saw in Scotland.
We will begin by stitching the outlines of the design in stem stitch. You will incorporate the split stitch on the outlines of the satin stitches. The satin stitch, straight and in an angle will be covered including how to keep the same angle and where to position your needle and at which angle.
In the second session, you will add the festive bow including learning how to do a french knot. Finally, we will practise stitching the essing with gold smooth purl.
Homework in between both sessions will be recommended to allow a smooth transition in the class. Finishing all the steps taught in the first session will be recommended. Stitching the stem stitch on the outlines of the design and stitch the satin stitch.
This class is aimed at someone who has knowledge of embroidery and would like to work in a contemporary design.
The class is pitched towards intermediate-advanced students and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one to one time with the tutor.
Finished piece size is approximately 11.5cm (H) x 7cm (W) 
Each kit includes: detailed instructions, brown embroidery thread, red embroidery thread, gold smooth purl, beeswax, different sized needles, white fabric with the artwork already drawn on and yellow Gutermann bobbin thread.
The class will allow you to develop at your own pace, with the opportunity for one to one guidance from the tutor due to the limited class numbers.
You will need the additional equipment:– a seated hoop 8 or 10 inch (with webbing around the top ring)
– embroidery scissors
– pins
– pencil and rubber
– notepad
Recommended but Optional:– goldwork scissors
– goldwork pad
A link to access the class will be send to you two weeks before the course starts with instructions on how to access your course. You will need to download zoom and enter the details that you will receive.

Ecole Saint Clare

Arts

Creative Design

Improve your embroidery skills with Mr Rudolph

Surface stitch and goldwork embroidery: Live Zoom class

<p>I always think it's amazing what you can do with just 1 crochet stitch, a couple of basic techniques and a couple of hours. And that's pretty much all you'll need to crochet this Rosebud Card Case.</p>
<p><span data-slate-fragment="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">Learning any new craft is all about repetition and this simple make is a great way to get some practice in. We'll look at creating foundation rows, crocheting continuously in the round, colour changing and how to use simple stitches and techniques to add fancy edges and decorative flowery details. And all using just a few chains and the single crochet stitch (US terms).&nbsp;</span></p>
<p>This workshop takes place online so you will need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. Great for adventurous beginners looking to develop their crochet, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.</p>
<p><span style="color: var(--text); letter-spacing: -0.05px;">What you'll need to craft along . . .</span></p>
<ul>
<li>a 4.0mm crochet hook</li>
<li>aran weight yarn*</li>
<li>other aran weight or double-knit yarns for decorative details*</li>
<li>a stitch marker</li>
<li>a big eye needle</li>
<li>scissors</li>
<li>a cuppa tea and a biscuit</li>
</ul>
<p>*I used Scheepjes Cahlista (Scarlet) and Rico Creative Cotton Aran (Black) as my main yarns and some other double knits I happened to have. You won't need too much of anything so ideal for using up odds and ends from your yarn basket.</p>
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I always think it's amazing what you can do with just 1 crochet stitch, a couple of basic techniques and a couple of hours. And that's pretty much all you'll need to crochet this Rosebud Card Case.
Learning any new craft is all about repetition and this simple make is a great way to get some practice in. We'll look at creating foundation rows, crocheting continuously in the round, colour changing and how to use simple stitches and techniques to add fancy edges and decorative flowery details. And all using just a few chains and the single crochet stitch (US terms). 
This workshop takes place online so you will need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. Great for adventurous beginners looking to develop their crochet, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
a 4.0mm crochet hook
aran weight yarn*
other aran weight or double-knit yarns for decorative details*
a stitch marker
a big eye needle
scissors
a cuppa tea and a biscuit
*I used Scheepjes Cahlista (Scarlet) and Rico Creative Cotton Aran (Black) as my main yarns and some other double knits I happened to have. You won't need too much of anything so ideal for using up odds and ends from your yarn basket.
 
 

Sew Silly Lily

Sewing

Fashion Crafts

This simple Rosebud Card Case is designed to highlight the versatility of just 1 crochet stitch and it's perfect for absolute beginners and beyond . . .

Beginners & Beyond Crochet-Along | Rosebud Card Case

<p><span data-contrast="auto">For those who can create rows of crochet and are ready to progress to working in the round.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The next step along your crochet journey.&nbsp; Aimed at those who are competent in creating a row of single crochet (US) and are ready to progress to work in the round.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><strong>Learning outcomes:&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Create a magic ring to start</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Use an alternative to the magic ring, and know which one suits your pattern best</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Work in the round using basic stitches</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Joining the round and the fake stitch</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">How to increase</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">How to decrease</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Stitch count and using a stitch marker</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>

For those who can create rows of crochet and are ready to progress to working in the round. 
The next step along your crochet journey. Aimed at those who are competent in creating a row of single crochet (US) and are ready to progress to work in the round. 
Learning outcomes: 
Create a magic ring to start 
Use an alternative to the magic ring, and know which one suits your pattern best 
Work in the round using basic stitches 
Joining the round and the fake stitch 
How to increase 
How to decrease 
Stitch count and using a stitch marker 

Oh So Pretty And Clever

Tunisian Crochet

For those who can create rows of crochet and are ready to progress to working in the round to be able to create granny squares, Amigurumi toys and more!

Crochet in a circle - online

Crochet in a circle - create Amigurumi & granny squares

<div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Join our embroidery specialists for more exiting workshops.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Wednesdays 22nd May and 19th June 2024 - 18h00 to 21h00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3h00 (6h00 in total)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Silk Shading has been taken to the next level with this contemporary design. Silk shading is the art of creating shading with threads. This technique is also called needle painting (peinture a l&rsquo;aiguille)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">We will begin by introducing the split stitch on the outlines of the design. In the second stage, you will be learning how to blend colour using short and long stitch.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">In the second session, we will practise the stem stitch and satin stitch. A cluster of crystals will be added to create some depth and sparkle.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The completed design reveals a flower with pink petals and carefully applied crystals add to the effect of droplets allowing the design to &ldquo;shimmer&rdquo; or &ldquo;glisten&rdquo; in the light.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Homework in between both sessions is recommended to allow a smooth transition in the class. Finishing all the steps taught in the first session will be recommended. Stitching all the outlines of the design and finish the silk shading in the flower.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The aim of this silk shading class is at someone who has knowledge of embroidery but would like to improve in the technique of Silk Shading.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The class is pitched towards intermediate students and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one to one time with the tutor.&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Finished piece size is approximately 9cm (H) x 6cm (W)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Each kit includes: detailed instructions, white satin fabric, different colours of silk thread, Crystals, glass beads, white Gutermann thread and needles.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The class will allow you to develop at your own pace, with the opportunity for one to one guidance from the tutor due to the limited class numbers.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">You will need the additional equipment:</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">&ndash; a seated hoop 8 or 10 inch (with webbing around the top ring)<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; embroidery scissors<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; pins<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; pencil and rubber<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; notepad</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Recommended but Optional:</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">&ndash; goldwork pad (for the beads and crystals)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">A link to access the class will be send to you two weeks before the course starts with instructions on how to access your course. You will need to download zoom and enter the details that you will receive.</div><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">

Join our embroidery specialists for more exiting workshops.
Wednesdays 22nd May and 19th June 2024 - 18h00 to 21h00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3h00 (6h00 in total)
Silk Shading has been taken to the next level with this contemporary design. Silk shading is the art of creating shading with threads. This technique is also called needle painting (peinture a l’aiguille)
We will begin by introducing the split stitch on the outlines of the design. In the second stage, you will be learning how to blend colour using short and long stitch.
In the second session, we will practise the stem stitch and satin stitch. A cluster of crystals will be added to create some depth and sparkle.
The completed design reveals a flower with pink petals and carefully applied crystals add to the effect of droplets allowing the design to “shimmer” or “glisten” in the light.
Homework in between both sessions is recommended to allow a smooth transition in the class. Finishing all the steps taught in the first session will be recommended. Stitching all the outlines of the design and finish the silk shading in the flower.
The aim of this silk shading class is at someone who has knowledge of embroidery but would like to improve in the technique of Silk Shading.
The class is pitched towards intermediate students and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one to one time with the tutor. 
Finished piece size is approximately 9cm (H) x 6cm (W)
Each kit includes: detailed instructions, white satin fabric, different colours of silk thread, Crystals, glass beads, white Gutermann thread and needles.
The class will allow you to develop at your own pace, with the opportunity for one to one guidance from the tutor due to the limited class numbers.
You will need the additional equipment:– a seated hoop 8 or 10 inch (with webbing around the top ring)
– embroidery scissors
– pins
– pencil and rubber
– notepad
Recommended but Optional:– goldwork pad (for the beads and crystals)
A link to access the class will be send to you two weeks before the course starts with instructions on how to access your course. You will need to download zoom and enter the details that you will receive.

Design

Hand Embroidery

Silk Painting & Batik

Silk

Beading & Beadwork Jewellery

Silk shading embroidery: Live Zoom class

<div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Join our embroidery specialists for more exiting workshops.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Wednesdays 17th January and 06th March 2024- 18h00 to 21h00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3h00 (6h00 in total)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">In the first session, you will be introduced to the tambour hook and how to control it in all directions through the fabric. You will initially use the chain stitch and how to cast on and off the fabric. Later, more professional aspects will be introduced including beads and sequins.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">In the second stage, we will introduce the bugles beads and seed beads.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">In the second session, you will be learning how to stitch the sequins using the &laquo; en riviere &raquo; stitch technique. Finally, you will learn how to apply them to create a design &ldquo;Fleur de Lys&rdquo;</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Some homework in between both sessions is recommended to allow time to practise and improve for the 2nd session.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The aim of this tambour beading class is for you to feel comfortable using the hook and how to apply beads and sequins to be ready to move on to the next level.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The class is pitched towards beginner students and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one to one time with the tutor.&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Included in the class is a Tambour hook, practise fabric, practise beads, white and black fil a gant (glowing thread) and the fleur de Lys kit.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">For all options, you will need the additional equipment:</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">&ndash; a seated hoop 8 or 10 inch (with webbing around the top ring)<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; embroidery scissors<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; pins<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; pencil and rubber<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; notepad</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">A link to access the class will be send to you two weeks before the course starts with instructions on how to access your course. You will need to download zoom and enter the details that you will receive.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div>

Join our embroidery specialists for more exiting workshops.
Wednesdays 17th January and 06th March 2024- 18h00 to 21h00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3h00 (6h00 in total)
In the first session, you will be introduced to the tambour hook and how to control it in all directions through the fabric. You will initially use the chain stitch and how to cast on and off the fabric. Later, more professional aspects will be introduced including beads and sequins.
In the second stage, we will introduce the bugles beads and seed beads.
In the second session, you will be learning how to stitch the sequins using the « en riviere » stitch technique. Finally, you will learn how to apply them to create a design “Fleur de Lys”
Some homework in between both sessions is recommended to allow time to practise and improve for the 2nd session.
The aim of this tambour beading class is for you to feel comfortable using the hook and how to apply beads and sequins to be ready to move on to the next level.
The class is pitched towards beginner students and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one to one time with the tutor. 
Included in the class is a Tambour hook, practise fabric, practise beads, white and black fil a gant (glowing thread) and the fleur de Lys kit.
For all options, you will need the additional equipment:– a seated hoop 8 or 10 inch (with webbing around the top ring)
– embroidery scissors
– pins
– pencil and rubber
– notepad
A link to access the class will be send to you two weeks before the course starts with instructions on how to access your course. You will need to download zoom and enter the details that you will receive.

Learn the art of tambour beading in this class

Tambour beading Beginner: Live online zoom class

<p><span data-contrast="auto">Tunisian (or Afghan) crochet is considered a mixture of knitting and crochet, although you don't need any experience of either to learn this craft.&nbsp; This workshop is suitable for complete beginners who have never knitted or crocheted before, or for anyone who currently knits or crochets, and would like to diversify their skill set.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This workshop teaches you how to Tunisian crochet in rows.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><em><strong>Learning outcomes</strong></em><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">By the end of this workshop, you will:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Grasp the basic terminology, including the forward pass &amp; return pass</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Know what specialised equipment is needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Understand how your hook size, tension, and yarn weight affects the outcome of your finished piece</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Be able to cast a foundation chain and complete the first-row forward pass (using the simple stitch)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Successfully complete the return pass, and continue in rows using the simple stitch</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * (Skill permitting) Complete or observe the method of the Tunisian knit stitch&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; * Learn how to cast (bind) off and finish your piece</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>

Tunisian (or Afghan) crochet is considered a mixture of knitting and crochet, although you don't need any experience of either to learn this craft. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners who have never knitted or crocheted before, or for anyone who currently knits or crochets, and would like to diversify their skill set. 
This workshop teaches you how to Tunisian crochet in rows. 
Learning outcomes 
By the end of this workshop, you will: 
 * Grasp the basic terminology, including the forward pass & return pass 
 * Know what specialised equipment is needed 
 * Understand how your hook size, tension, and yarn weight affects the outcome of your finished piece 
 * Be able to cast a foundation chain and complete the first-row forward pass (using the simple stitch) 
 * Successfully complete the return pass, and continue in rows using the simple stitch 
 * (Skill permitting) Complete or observe the method of the Tunisian knit stitch  
 * Learn how to cast (bind) off and finish your piece 

For complete beginners, or any yarn crafter who would like to diversify their skill set.  You do not need any prior knowledge of crochet or knitting to learn this wonderful craft.

Learn to Tunisian crochet LIVE online - Beginner's

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Learn the unique techniques of the fascinating art of Goldwork Embroidery with a&nbsp;comprehensive design that samples essential specialised goldwork stitches and techniques.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Goldwork is mainly "laid work", much different to other embroidery techniques in that the threads and wires tend to be laid on the fabric rather than stitched through. &nbsp;The result of this is a very rewarding and highly textured finish.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">You will learn about appropriate fabrics, how to correctly frame up your piece ready for sewing as well as discovering the many types of goldwork thread and wires available and their application.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">We combine traditional wires&nbsp;with contemporary threads to widen the scope of goldwork embroidery.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The course is broken down into lessons, with practicals which form a finished project. &nbsp;Along the way, you will be given professional hints and tips to ensure you are learning to the highest standard and incorporating best practice.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Included is access to your highly experienced tutor via e.mail for six months after purchase of the course.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">(We make every attempt to answer e.mails the same day).</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Maire has over 25 years of hand embroidery experience, working with couture designers around the world.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">A kit of materials accompanies this course which has almost everything you need to complete the design. &nbsp;This will be mailed to you upon registration.</p><h3 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Included in the kit;</h3><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Fabric, backing fabric</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">10" Hoop, and hoop binding kit</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Supporting spiral bound, lay flat course booklet</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">All threads &amp; wires, padding and materials necessary to complete the project</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Needle pack containing the appropriate high quality John James needles and needle threader</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Maire Curtis pure beeswax pack</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Access to the online course for six months from registration date.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Access to your tutor via email for six months from registration date.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Certificate of achievement on completion.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></li></ul><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">All presented in a box which you can use to keep your work clean as you stitch.</p><h3 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">What&rsquo;s not included</h3><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">You will also need;</p><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A pencil</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Hands free embroidery hoop clamp or stand. (essential)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Thread scissors and paper scissors</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Goldwork embroidery scissors (essential).</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Any magnifiers or visual aids you may require.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></li></ul><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Basic skills required</strong></p><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">
</strong><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">You will be expected to have some stitching experience and understand basic embroidery stitches such as split stitch, satin stitch and long and short stitch. There is no age limit as long as young embroiderers are supervised.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Just be aware that there will be sharp edges on wires etc. and the techniques will require quite intricate dexterity.</p><h3 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Certification</h3><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">A certificate of achievement is issued upon submission of images of the completed project which will be assessed by your tutor.</p><h3 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Learning Outcomes</h3><ul style="list-style-type: circle; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="list-style-type: circle;">
<li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Be able to identify the many types of Goldwork thread available and their application.</li>
<li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Have confidence with padding and application of metallic leather/fabric. (Vegans will be pleased to know that we use a lovely soft faux leather).</li>
<li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Be confident with techniques for application of unique goldwork embroidery threads.</li>
<li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Upon completion of this course you will have the necessary skills to attempt projects on your own.</li>
</ul><h3 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Cancellation / Refund</h3><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">In line with distance selling regulations you are accessing a course directly via the internet and as such we cannot accept cancellations.</p><h3 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Damage or Omissions</h3><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">If your package or an item in it has been damaged in the post, please contact us within three days of receipt.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Your kit is carefully hand packed by your tutor, checked, double checked and triple checked, but if we have missed anything, then just let us know.</p><h3 fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Allergy Advice</h3><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Embroidery kits are packed in our studio which does use natural animal fibres. &nbsp;Metallic threads may contain nickel.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Terms and Conditions<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The use of this online course is for single student private use only and must not be shared with a group. &nbsp;We can create group courses on request.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Please respect our intellectual property and do not share ANY aspect of this course or its images via any format, including printed, online or social media.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Any misuse will result in immediate cessation of the course and access to the online content.</p>

Learn the unique techniques of the fascinating art of Goldwork Embroidery with a comprehensive design that samples essential specialised goldwork stitches and techniques.
Goldwork is mainly "laid work", much different to other embroidery techniques in that the threads and wires tend to be laid on the fabric rather than stitched through. The result of this is a very rewarding and highly textured finish.
You will learn about appropriate fabrics, how to correctly frame up your piece ready for sewing as well as discovering the many types of goldwork thread and wires available and their application.
We combine traditional wires with contemporary threads to widen the scope of goldwork embroidery.
The course is broken down into lessons, with practicals which form a finished project. Along the way, you will be given professional hints and tips to ensure you are learning to the highest standard and incorporating best practice.
Included is access to your highly experienced tutor via e.mail for six months after purchase of the course.
(We make every attempt to answer e.mails the same day).
Maire has over 25 years of hand embroidery experience, working with couture designers around the world.
A kit of materials accompanies this course which has almost everything you need to complete the design. This will be mailed to you upon registration.
Included in the kit;
Fabric, backing fabric
10" Hoop, and hoop binding kit
Supporting spiral bound, lay flat course booklet
All threads & wires, padding and materials necessary to complete the project
Needle pack containing the appropriate high quality John James needles and needle threader
Maire Curtis pure beeswax pack
Access to the online course for six months from registration date.
Access to your tutor via email for six months from registration date.
Certificate of achievement on completion.
All presented in a box which you can use to keep your work clean as you stitch.
What’s not included
You will also need;
A pencil
Hands free embroidery hoop clamp or stand. (essential)
Thread scissors and paper scissors
Goldwork embroidery scissors (essential).
Any magnifiers or visual aids you may require.
Basic skills required
You will be expected to have some stitching experience and understand basic embroidery stitches such as split stitch, satin stitch and long and short stitch. There is no age limit as long as young embroiderers are supervised.
Just be aware that there will be sharp edges on wires etc. and the techniques will require quite intricate dexterity.
Certification
A certificate of achievement is issued upon submission of images of the completed project which will be assessed by your tutor.
Learning Outcomes
Be able to identify the many types of Goldwork thread available and their application.
Have confidence with padding and application of metallic leather/fabric. (Vegans will be pleased to know that we use a lovely soft faux leather).
Be confident with techniques for application of unique goldwork embroidery threads.
Upon completion of this course you will have the necessary skills to attempt projects on your own.
Cancellation / Refund
In line with distance selling regulations you are accessing a course directly via the internet and as such we cannot accept cancellations.
Damage or Omissions
If your package or an item in it has been damaged in the post, please contact us within three days of receipt.
Your kit is carefully hand packed by your tutor, checked, double checked and triple checked, but if we have missed anything, then just let us know.
Allergy Advice
Embroidery kits are packed in our studio which does use natural animal fibres. Metallic threads may contain nickel.
Terms and Conditions

The use of this online course is for single student private use only and must not be shared with a group. We can create group courses on request.
Please respect our intellectual property and do not share ANY aspect of this course or its images via any format, including printed, online or social media.
Any misuse will result in immediate cessation of the course and access to the online content.

Maire Curtis Lakeland Studio

Learn the unique art of Goldwork Embroidery with a modern design that samples essential specialised goldwork stitches and techniques.

Essential Goldwork Embroidery Online/Distance Masterclass (UK PURCHASE ONLY)

<p data-key="115"><span data-key="116">Learning to crochet in the round is essential for all sorts of crochet projects - amigurumi, softies, hats, bags, granny squares . . . I won't pretend it's easy, but it's not as tricky as you might think! </span></p>
<p data-key="117"><span data-key="118">The 3 bears will be a fun introduction to the principles of crocheting continuously in the round. We'll look at magic rings, even increasing and the single crochet stitch (US terms). We'll also have a little go at other ways to crochet in the round, try some join-as-you-go and creating fancy edging using the single crochet stitch in reverse (crab stitch). </span></p>
<p data-key="119"><span data-key="120">Depending on your ability you can join me for Week 1 then finish off in your own time, or you can come back for seconds and we can finish off together the following week.</span></p>
<p data-key="121"><span data-key="122">Week 1 | The ears and the start of the bear basket</span></p>
<p data-key="123"><span data-key="124">Week 2 | The muzzle and finishing off</span></p>
<p data-key="125"><span data-key="126">You'll need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. This is a great make for absolute beginners, adventurous beginners looking to push their crochet to the next level, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.</span></p>
<p data-key="127"><span data-key="128">What you'll need to craft along . . .</span></p>
<ul data-key="129">
<li data-key="130"><span data-key="131">yarn - anything from double-knit to super-chunky*</span></li>
<li data-key="132"><span data-key="133">a crochet hook that's around 1/2 the size recommended for your yarn</span></li>
<li data-key="134"><span data-key="135">other yarn for features and embroidered details</span></li>
<li data-key="136"><span data-key="137">stitch markers</span></li>
<li data-key="138"><span data-key="139">2 x 4mm round black beads</span></li>
<li data-key="140"><span data-key="141">a big eye needle and a fine eye needle</span></li>
<li data-key="142"><span data-key="143">black thread</span></li>
<li data-key="144"><span data-key="145">scissors</span></li>
<li data-key="146"><span data-key="147">a bowl of porridge, or a cuppa tea and a biscuit</span></li>
</ul>
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data-key="149">*:o) I used King Cole Big Value Super Chunky with a 5.0mm crochet hook (10.0mm recommended) for daddy bear. Mummy bear&rsquo;s crocheted with Drops Andes and a 4.0mm hook (9.0mm recommended) and baby bear uses Drops Cotton Light doubled up with a 3.0mm hook (4.0mm recommended). If you're an absolute beginner I'd recommend going for a chunky or super-chunky yarn to start off with.</span></p>

Learning to crochet in the round is essential for all sorts of crochet projects - amigurumi, softies, hats, bags, granny squares . . . I won't pretend it's easy, but it's not as tricky as you might think! 
The 3 bears will be a fun introduction to the principles of crocheting continuously in the round. We'll look at magic rings, even increasing and the single crochet stitch (US terms). We'll also have a little go at other ways to crochet in the round, try some join-as-you-go and creating fancy edging using the single crochet stitch in reverse (crab stitch). 
Depending on your ability you can join me for Week 1 then finish off in your own time, or you can come back for seconds and we can finish off together the following week.
Week 1 | The ears and the start of the bear basket
Week 2 | The muzzle and finishing off
You'll need to have access to ZOOM and the materials listed below to crochet-along. This is a great make for absolute beginners, adventurous beginners looking to push their crochet to the next level, but also fab for refreshing forgotten skills or if you just fancy having a go. Classes are kept small so it's not too overwhelming and everyone gets plenty attention and the opportunity to ask questions.
What you'll need to craft along . . .
yarn - anything from double-knit to super-chunky*
a crochet hook that's around 1/2 the size recommended for your yarn
other yarn for features and embroidered details
stitch markers
2 x 4mm round black beads
a big eye needle and a fine eye needle
black thread
scissors
a bowl of porridge, or a cuppa tea and a biscuit
*:o) I used King Cole Big Value Super Chunky with a 5.0mm crochet hook (10.0mm recommended) for daddy bear. Mummy bear’s crocheted with Drops Andes and a 4.0mm hook (9.0mm recommended) and baby bear uses Drops Cotton Light doubled up with a 3.0mm hook (4.0mm recommended). If you're an absolute beginner I'd recommend going for a chunky or super-chunky yarn to start off with.

Round and round the garden, like a teddy bear  . . . a fun and functional project for having a go at crocheting in the round . . .

Beginners & Beyond Crochet-Along | and the Three Bears Baskets (1 or 2 Weeks)

Join me for help to get started and finish off on your own

and the 3 Bears Week 1 

<div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Join our embroidery specialists for more exiting workshops.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Saturdays 13th April and 11th May 2024 - 13h00 to 16h00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3h00 (6h00 in total)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Goldwork has been taken to the next level with this contemporary design. Incognito demonstrates how you can mix traditional techniques with contemporary embroidery to create a delight in texture and colour.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">We will begin by introducing the string padding for the linear work.&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">In the second stage, you will be learning how to stitch the beads, sequins and crystals. Finally, you will stitch the silver grid next with smooth silver purl and gold rough purl.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">In the second session, we will practise how to stitch the essing with gold and silver purl including the transitions from a thicker to a thinner part on the design. The crystals on settings will be added last to create some depth and sparkle.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Some pre-work prior to the class is required. Stitching the gold and silver pearl purls will be required prior to the class to allow time for more challenging steps in the class. The kit and detailed instructions will be send 1 month before the class starts to allow time for you to do the pre-work.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Homework in between both sessions will be required to allow a smooth transition in the class. Finishing all the steps taught in the first session will be recommended. Stitching the bump padding, all the line of beads and sequins and the gold and silver grid.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The aim of this goldwork class is at someone who has knowledge of goldwork but would like to improve their skills to get to the next level.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The class is pitched towards intermediate-advanced students and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one to one time with the tutor.&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">I have been inspired by Venetian masks and I wanted to recreate the magic with this new design Incognito combining my two favourite techniques Goldwork and Beading. I wanted this mask to be classy but sparkly and combining a wide range of materials from beads, gold and silver purl and crystals.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Finished piece size is approximately 16.5cm / 10cm (6.5 / 4in)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Each kit includes: Satin fabric (with the artwork printed) , yellow guterman polyester thread, white guterman polyester thread, gilt pearl purl n1: Extra, Silver plated pearl purl n1: extra, Gilt rough purl n9, Silver plated smooth purl n8, White embroidery thread anchor, Clear flat sequins 4mm, 3 cut iridescent seed beads 10/0, Gold lined seed beads 12/0, Silver lined seed beads 12/0, Clear seed beads 12/0, White pearl 1.5mm, Xilion crystals 3mm, Chaton montee crystals SS12, Chaton montee crystals SS16, Navette sertie crystal foiled silver, John james needles (2 sharp n12 and 2 embroidery needles n12), Beeswax, detailed instructions.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">PLEASE NOTE that for this design you have the option between a white or a black background (see pictures)</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">The class will allow you to develop at your own pace, with the opportunity for one to one guidance from the tutor due to the limited class numbers.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">You will need the additional equipment:</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">&ndash; a seated hoop 8 or 10 inch (with webbing around the top ring)<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; embroidery scissors<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; pins<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; pencil and rubber<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; notepad</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">Recommended but Optional:</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">&ndash; goldwork scissors<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&ndash; goldwork pad</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">A link to access the class will be send to you two weeks before the course starts with instructions on how to access your course. You will need to download zoom and enter the details that you will receive.</div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div>

Join our embroidery specialists for more exiting workshops.
Saturdays 13th April and 11th May 2024 - 13h00 to 16h00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3h00 (6h00 in total)
Goldwork has been taken to the next level with this contemporary design. Incognito demonstrates how you can mix traditional techniques with contemporary embroidery to create a delight in texture and colour.We will begin by introducing the string padding for the linear work. 
In the second stage, you will be learning how to stitch the beads, sequins and crystals. Finally, you will stitch the silver grid next with smooth silver purl and gold rough purl.
In the second session, we will practise how to stitch the essing with gold and silver purl including the transitions from a thicker to a thinner part on the design. The crystals on settings will be added last to create some depth and sparkle.
Some pre-work prior to the class is required. Stitching the gold and silver pearl purls will be required prior to the class to allow time for more challenging steps in the class. The kit and detailed instructions will be send 1 month before the class starts to allow time for you to do the pre-work.
Homework in between both sessions will be required to allow a smooth transition in the class. Finishing all the steps taught in the first session will be recommended. Stitching the bump padding, all the line of beads and sequins and the gold and silver grid.
The aim of this goldwork class is at someone who has knowledge of goldwork but would like to improve their skills to get to the next level.
The class is pitched towards intermediate-advanced students and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one to one time with the tutor. 
I have been inspired by Venetian masks and I wanted to recreate the magic with this new design Incognito combining my two favourite techniques Goldwork and Beading. I wanted this mask to be classy but sparkly and combining a wide range of materials from beads, gold and silver purl and crystals.
Finished piece size is approximately 16.5cm / 10cm (6.5 / 4in)
Each kit includes: Satin fabric (with the artwork printed) , yellow guterman polyester thread, white guterman polyester thread, gilt pearl purl n1: Extra, Silver plated pearl purl n1: extra, Gilt rough purl n9, Silver plated smooth purl n8, White embroidery thread anchor, Clear flat sequins 4mm, 3 cut iridescent seed beads 10/0, Gold lined seed beads 12/0, Silver lined seed beads 12/0, Clear seed beads 12/0, White pearl 1.5mm, Xilion crystals 3mm, Chaton montee crystals SS12, Chaton montee crystals SS16, Navette sertie crystal foiled silver, John james needles (2 sharp n12 and 2 embroidery needles n12), Beeswax, detailed instructions.
PLEASE NOTE that for this design you have the option between a white or a black background (see pictures)The class will allow you to develop at your own pace, with the opportunity for one to one guidance from the tutor due to the limited class numbers.
You will need the additional equipment:– a seated hoop 8 or 10 inch (with webbing around the top ring)
– embroidery scissors
– pins
– pencil and rubber
– notepad
Recommended but Optional:– goldwork scissors
– goldwork pad
A link to access the class will be send to you two weeks before the course starts with instructions on how to access your course. You will need to download zoom and enter the details that you will receive.

Improve your knowledge of goldwork with this intricate design 

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