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Dorset Feather Stitchery
A combination of whipped blanket, fly & chain stitch make up this design, inspired by a group of 1950’s stitchers who christened this style of stitching with the name ‘Dorset Feather Stitchery’. This design by Cathy, 'Lady in the African Sun' , is worked on 100% cotton blue denim (measuring approximately 14" x 14") with colourful pure silk variegated threads and is pictured in a 10" embroidery hoop (not included).
Suitability - Beginners
Suitable for everyone, including complete beginners.
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
10" embroidery hoop or other suitable frame. 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 for you on blue denim fabric. You will work the various stitches that make up ‘Dorset Feather Stitchery’, including whipped chain stitch, blanket stitch and fly stitch. 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.
A combination of whipped blanket, fly & chain stitch make up this design, inspired by a group of 1950’s stitchers who christened this style of stitching with the name ‘Dorset Feather Stitchery’. This design by Cathy, 'Lady in the African Sun' , is worked on 100% cotton blue denim (measuring approximately 14" x 14") with colourful pure silk variegated threads and is pictured in a 10" embroidery hoop (not included).
Suitability - Beginners
Suitable for everyone, including complete beginners.
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
10" embroidery hoop or other suitable frame. 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 for you on blue denim fabric. You will work the various stitches that make up ‘Dorset Feather Stitchery’, including whipped chain stitch, blanket stitch and fly stitch. 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.
