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Blackwork Honey Bees
Blackwork originated in Tudor England, commonly thought to have been introduced to the country by Katharine of Aragon. During the Tudor period, beekeeping was a popular activity and we understand that Tudor bees were black and not striped. This design by Cathy is worked on Aida fabric and introduces three simple geometric patterns, decorated with a small amount of gold thread, again not uncharacteristic of the period. The embroidery measures approximately 6" x 6" on fabric measuring approximately 10" x 10". It is worked and shown in an 8" frame (not included). As an alternative to the workshop, a kit with online tutorial is available to purchase now - click here
Alstonefield celebrated a Festival in April 2018 commemorating the life of Anne Green, whose gravestone in our Churchyard is dated April 1518, thought to be one of the oldest in the country, now 500 years old. It was lovely working this Tudor embroidery as part of the Festival and a donation of £100 has been given to St. Peter's Church from the 6 workshops run in 2018.
Suitability - Beginners
No experience of blackwork is needed, just a little experience of stitching/sewing.
Dates
You may attend any 2025 workshop to begin this project.
Cost
£59 per person including all materials and access to a YouTube tutorial after the workshop.
Currently £35 for any subsequent workshop to work the same project (with tutoring but no materials provided).
Times
10.00 am. to 4.00 pm. with 45 minutes for lunch
Arrival:- from 9.30 am.
Please note that you may start stitching from 9.30 am. if you wish.
Location
Alstonefield Memorial Hall (The Village Hall)
Postcode for Satnav - DE6 2FR
Click for Directions
Refreshments
Tea & coffee is provided throughout the day, with home baking.
Please bring your own packed lunch.
What you need to bring
A packed lunch
8" embroidery hoop, both rings of which should be bound with white cotton tape or bias binding. A seat frame is recommended.
(Everything else is provided, including needles & embroidery scissors. However you are welcome to bring your own sewing kit if you prefer).
About the Workshop
The workshop is limited to 12 persons, who may be working on different projects. The design will be pre-printed onto the Aida fabric for you. You will learn to work two different geometric patterns, commonly known as 'diapers', as well as shading techniques and some goldwork elements. A link to the video tutorial will be e-mailed to you after the workshop in order for you to be able to complete the embroidery at home, or return to attend another workshop at a reduced price.
Blackwork originated in Tudor England, commonly thought to have been introduced to the country by Katharine of Aragon. During the Tudor period, beekeeping was a popular activity and we understand that Tudor bees were black and not striped. This design by Cathy is worked on Aida fabric and introduces three simple geometric patterns, decorated with a small amount of gold thread, again not uncharacteristic of the period. The embroidery measures approximately 6" x 6" on fabric measuring approximately 10" x 10". It is worked and shown in an 8" frame (not included). As an alternative to the workshop, a kit with online tutorial is available to purchase now - click here
Alstonefield celebrated a Festival in April 2018 commemorating the life of Anne Green, whose gravestone in our Churchyard is dated April 1518, thought to be one of the oldest in the country, now 500 years old. It was lovely working this Tudor embroidery as part of the Festival and a donation of £100 has been given to St. Peter's Church from the 6 workshops run in 2018.
Suitability - Beginners
No experience of blackwork is needed, just a little experience of stitching/sewing.
Dates
You may attend any 2025 workshop to begin this project.
Cost
£59 per person including all materials and access to a YouTube tutorial after the workshop.
Currently £35 for any subsequent workshop to work the same project (with tutoring but no materials provided).
Times
10.00 am. to 4.00 pm. with 45 minutes for lunch
Arrival:- from 9.30 am.
Please note that you may start stitching from 9.30 am. if you wish.
Location
Alstonefield Memorial Hall (The Village Hall)
Postcode for Satnav - DE6 2FR
Click for Directions
Refreshments
Tea & coffee is provided throughout the day, with home baking.
Please bring your own packed lunch.
What you need to bring
A packed lunch
8" embroidery hoop, both rings of which should be bound with white cotton tape or bias binding. A seat frame is recommended.
(Everything else is provided, including needles & embroidery scissors. However you are welcome to bring your own sewing kit if you prefer).
About the Workshop
The workshop is limited to 12 persons, who may be working on different projects. The design will be pre-printed onto the Aida fabric for you. You will learn to work two different geometric patterns, commonly known as 'diapers', as well as shading techniques and some goldwork elements. A link to the video tutorial will be e-mailed to you after the workshop in order for you to be able to complete the embroidery at home, or return to attend another workshop at a reduced price.