Location: This course is delivered via Zoom & WhatsApp. Please click here for guides to using Zoom & WhatsApp

Duration: 6 Week Embroidery Course (1 x 2.5 hour session per week for 6 consecutive weeks) 

Over this six-week course, you’ll learn how to create a personalised floral monogram, combining colourful silk shading with contemporary goldwork techniques. The class begins with a floral background, where you’ll learn how to use silk threads to build colour, shape and detail across the design.

Your kit includes a wide range of colourful threads, giving you plenty of choice when creating your floral background. You’ll then personalise the piece by choosing your own letter to embroider in goldwork over the top, creating a unique design that is entirely your own. Throughout the course, you’ll explore a range of techniques including silk shading, goldwork cutwork and other decorative embroidery methods. You’ll learn how to combine the softer, blended effect of silk shading with the structure and shine of goldwork to create contrast and texture within the design.

Whether you’re creating a monogram for yourself or as a special gift, this six-week class gives you the opportunity to develop your embroidery skills while creating a beautiful and personalised finished piece.

Important Course Information

- Please check that your email address and shipping address are correct before ordering.

- Read all of the course description information above and the “How the Course Works” information below before booking.

- All courses are non-refundable. If you cannot attend, please let us know as soon as possible and we will try to move you to another course.

- A recording of each course session will be sent to you within one week of the session. You will then be able to download and keep this.

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Taught Techniques 

• Silk shading 

• Essing

• Padding 

• Goldwork Chipping

• Goldwork cutwork

• Goldwork loops

• Stem stitch

• Applying pearl purl 

• Prick & pounce transfer method

What You’ll Need to Provide 

- All materials will be sent to you - Course kit materials may vary slightly from those shown in sample imagery, however all alternatives are chosen to closely reflect the intended techniques and final results. 

- Tools needed: 10 inch seat frame (or an equivalent embroidery or slate frame), embroidery scissors