Essential Goldwork Embroidery Masterclass in Cumbria

Description

A relaxed and informal Goldwork Embroidery course in the lovely setting of a converted 18th Century cotton mill in Warwick Bridge, Carlisle.

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

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.

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.

All presented in a box which you can use to keep your work clean as you stitch.

You will also need;

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.

A certificate of achievement is issued at the end of the day.

Course dates:

Arranged upon request - we require a minimum of 5 students.

Refreshments and food

Light refreshments will be provided and we are lucky to have a Sallys cafe only 3 minutes away for lunch. You are also welcome to bring your own.

Allergy Advice
Our embroidery kits are packed in our studio which does use natural animal fibres.

Purchases on the day

A number of items from our studio will be available for sale during the course and we can accept most major (UK registered) debit and credit cards.

About The Venue

Warwick Mill Business Village is conveniently located on the A69 just 3 miles outside Carlisle City Centre.

There is plenty of free parking at the Mill.

Warwick Mill is fully accessible but please let us know if you have special requirements.

Travelling by train; Find a bus to Warwick Bridge from Carlisle bus station which is about a 10 minute walk from the Railway Station. You need the 685 service from Carlisle to Brampton/Newcastle. Let us know if you plan to do this and I will send exact directions to you.

Alternatively, there are many taxi services available.