Embroidery For Beginners
Regular price £45.00Discover the calming, creative world of hand embroidery in this beginner-friendly workshop. Whether you’re completely new to stitching or have dabbled a little and want to build confidence, this class will guide you through the essential techniques every embroiderer should know. With clear demonstrations and plenty of hands-on practice, you’ll leave feeling inspired and ready to complete your project at home.
During the workshop, you’ll learn a selection of fundamental stitches—perfect for embellishing clothing, personalising gifts, or creating beautiful decorative pieces. Embroidery is a wonderfully mindful, slow art, and this class offers a relaxed and enjoyable space to learn at your own pace.
What You’ll Learn
You’ll be guided through eight essential embroidery stitches, including:
- Back stitch
- Lazy daisy
- Stem stitch
- Fishbone stitch
- Chain stitch
- Woven rose
- French knots
- Satin stitch
You’ll also learn the foundational techniques needed to continue and finish your project confidently at home.
What You’ll Need to Bring
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Just patience and enthusiasm!
Embroidery is a gentle, slow craft—perfect for mindful making.
What We Provide
A complete beginner’s embroidery kit, including:
- Instruction booklet
- Wooden embroidery hoop
- A selection of threads
- Calico cotton fabric
- Needles
- Additional tools such as scissors and threaders available for use on the day
Level
Beginners – no experience needed.
Tutor
Beatrice Gessa
Read more about your teacher HERE.
Additional Information
We aim to structure the workshop so that projects can be completed during the scheduled time. However, embroidery is a slow craft, and if you don’t finish in class, we’ll ensure you have all the knowledge and confidence you need to continue at home.
A minimum of 4 participants is required for this workshop to run. If this number isn’t reached one week before the workshop date, we will contact you with an alternative option. If rescheduling isn’t possible, you will receive a full refund.
Why not invite a friend? Book together and you’ll both receive 10% off your workshop fee.
Please read our Workshop Cancellation Policy before booking.