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Blackwork Owl
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Blackwork originated in Tudor England, commonly thought to have been introduced to the country by Katharine of Aragon. This design by Cathy is worked on pure natural evenweave linen and includes a number of blackwork darning patterns with shading. It is worked and displayed in an 8" embroidery hoop on linen measuring approximately 11" x 11". As an alternative to the workshop, a kit with online tutorial is available to purchase now - click here
Suitability - Intermediate
Some experience of blackwork would be helpful. The patterns are not overly difficult but you need to feel comfortable with close work and some counting.
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-made biscuits mid-morning and cake mid-afternoon.
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. Please note that the design is NOT pre-printed onto the fabric, as this would have shown through after stitching. Instructions are given as to transferring the design either using a water erasable pen or the traditional method of tissue paper (provided) with cotton thread. The kit will be posted to you before the workshop so that the design can be transferred in advance. During the workshop, you will make a start on the body darning pattern and possibly one other if time permits. 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.
Suitability - Intermediate
Some experience of blackwork would be helpful. The patterns are not overly difficult but you need to feel comfortable with close work and some counting.
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-made biscuits mid-morning and cake mid-afternoon.
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. Please note that the design is NOT pre-printed onto the fabric, as this would have shown through after stitching. Instructions are given as to transferring the design either using a water erasable pen or the traditional method of tissue paper (provided) with cotton thread. The kit will be posted to you before the workshop so that the design can be transferred in advance. During the workshop, you will make a start on the body darning pattern and possibly one other if time permits. 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.