Suitability - Beginners Suitable for anyone who would like to learn crewelwork and a wide variety of stitches. Also suitable for enthusiasts.
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 6" embroidery hoop, both rings of which should be bound with white cotton tape or bias binding. A seat frame is recommended, however you may borrow a standard 6" hoop for the day if requested in advance. (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 your linen twill. During the workshop itself, a range of stitches will be taught, including trelliswork, satin stitch fly stitch and French knots. 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.