Hand Embroidery for Beginners

DAY ONE

We will start with and introduction to the basic essential materials and equipment required for Hand Embroidery including fabric and thread choice, pattern transferring techniques, colour selection, and preparing the embroidery
hoop.

Going on to use these methods, we will begin our very first project. Focusing on three basic but essential stitches we will create a beautiful needle cushion.

Throughout the course we will be working on a decorative sampler, as well as individual works utilising the stitches learnt.

DAY TWO

Explore and learn further essential stitches.

As a complementary addition to your needle cushion, and using crewel embroidery techniques, we will make a decorative monogrammed needle case.

DAY THREE

Introduction to thread painting and three-dimensional embroidery.

Thread painting (or needle painting) is a technique that allows for the detailed depiction of scenes, people, animals, and plants, emphasizing depth and realism within the stitches.

Students will have a choice of designs to embroider which will incorporate the stitches and elements required to perfect this method of stitch shading and blending.

DAY FOUR

Introduction to Stumpwork and three-dimensional embroidery elements.

Discover the various techniques that can be used to add dimension to your embroideries with the use of wire, padding, beads etc

DAY FIVE

Today we will take some time to finish any works in progress and look into how to finish your embroideries for hanging, display or use in other projects.

By the end of the course, students will have made a range of hand stitched items including needle cushion and needle case, decorative stitch sampler, and a number of works to display at home or use in textile projects.

Students will leave having learned the fundamental techniques and essential skills to confidently continue their embroidery journey at home.

Please bring the following on your first day of class:

• Notebook/Art journal for designing and notes

• Glasses and/or vision aids if required

• An emery board/nail file. (Chipped or broken nails can snag the fine threads and material we will be using and damage your work)

This class has an extra materials cost of $160, which is payable directly to the tutor.

Once you book your ticket, the tutor will be in touch to arrange payment.

Cost of $160 for your materials kit (Everything you need for the course is included in the kit!) includes:

• Selection of fabrics and threads for class projects

• Embroidery Hoops (various sizes)

• Needles

• Embroidery Scissors

• Needle threader

• Printed take-home patterns and instructions, including stitch guides

• Hand-turned timber base for needle cushion project

• Any additional sundries required for completion of class projects

No experience required.