Biennial Exhibition
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaProud to be in the Sunshine State? Whether resident or visitor, come to our Made in Queensland exhibition and Collection display and marvel at the diverse array of beautiful creations made in this state by those who love to stitch. Many draw their inspiration from Queensland’s stunning landscape, its vibrant cities and towns, and its … Continue reading Biennial Exhibition
Scotch Thistle in Silk Ribbon with Paula Pugh
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaLearn how to use silk ribbon creatively to embroider larger motifs. Thursday 27 June 2024, 9.30 am - 3.30 pm Class Code: PP2706 Class Cost: $60.00 for members; $80.00 for non-members Kit Cost: $17.00 - Please include the kit cost with the class payment. Participants will receive a Requirements List when they register. Class registration … Continue reading Scotch Thistle in Silk Ribbon with Paula Pugh
Scotch Thistle in Silk Ribbon (repeat class)
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaLearn how to use silk ribbon creatively to embroider larger motifs. Saturday 29 June 2024, 9.30 am - 3.30 pm Class Code: PP2906 Class Cost: $60.00 for members; $80.00 for non-members Kit Cost: $17.00 - Please include the kit cost with the class payment. Participants will receive a Requirements List when they register. Class registration … Continue reading Scotch Thistle in Silk Ribbon (repeat class)
‘Dazzling Miss Daisy’ with Angela Bishop
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaSaturday 6 July and Sunday 7 July 9.30 am - 3.30 pm In this two day class you will be taught traditional stitch techniques which will enable you to work draped fabrics, realistic hair, and coordinating jewellery. This 1920s inspired sparkling embroidery uses Tapestry Shading stitch techniques and interesting threads, to work a softly … Continue reading ‘Dazzling Miss Daisy’ with Angela Bishop
Blackwork Glasses Case with Gina McMonagle
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaDay 1: Saturday 3 August 2024, 9.30 am – 3.00 pm Day 2: Saturday 10 August 2024, 9.30 am – 3.00 pm The theme of the design will be a floral spray with pattern darning surrounding the motif. Each flower will be outlined and various Blackwork patterns will be stitched within the petals. To enhance … Continue reading Blackwork Glasses Case with Gina McMonagle
Embroidery Technique: Kogin with Alana Wegner
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaClass is open to embroiderers of all skill levels. This one-day class is designed to be an initial journey into Kogin Embroidery, a Japanese technique from the prefecture of Aomori, northern Honshu. Kogin was developed by the peasant classes and worked onto clothing to add durability and warmth in the harsh conditions. The technique is … Continue reading Embroidery Technique: Kogin with Alana Wegner
Stumpwork: ‘Anyone for Strawberries’ with Anna Lang
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaDay 1: 31 August 2024, 9.30 am – 3.00 pm Day 2: 1 September 2024, 9.30 am – 3.00 pm Stumpwork embroidery, as we know it, is predominantly a decorative style of raised embroidery, that employs detached elements which are stitched on separate piece of fabric. These elements are usually worked around pieces of wire … Continue reading Stumpwork: ‘Anyone for Strawberries’ with Anna Lang
‘Blue Notes’ Deerfield Pincushion with Deborah Love
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaA delicate blue and white Deerfield pin cushion using a flowing contemporary floral design showcasing many Deerfield stitches and finished with a delightful beaded edge. Sunday 15 September 2024, 9.30 am - 3.00 pm Class Code: DL1509 Class Cost: $60.00 for members; $80.00 for non-members Kit Cost: $40 - Please include the kit cost with … Continue reading ‘Blue Notes’ Deerfield Pincushion with Deborah Love
Essential Embroidery Skills: Mounting with Alana Wegner
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaThis 1-day class explores the lacing technique of mounting embroidery, suitable for framing or box making. The Mounting class is one of the six classes incorporated in the Essential Embroidery Skills course but is also open to all those wishing to enhance, protect and conserve their embroidery. No preparation work is required prior to class. … Continue reading Essential Embroidery Skills: Mounting with Alana Wegner
Introduction to the Dorset Button – Making Poppies with Nicole Detering
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaThe class will provide practical instruction about how to make a basic Dorset button. Students will be instructed about the four stages: Casting, Slicking, Laying, and Rounding Saturday 12 October 2024 – half day, 9.30 am – 12.30 pm Class Code: ND1210 Class Cost: $35.00 for members; $45.00 for non-members Kit Cost: $6.00 - Please … Continue reading Introduction to the Dorset Button – Making Poppies with Nicole Detering
Exploring More Stitches
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaThis class offers an opportunity for students to further develop their stitch repertoire using a variety of thread weights and colours as they create a gorgeous linen pouch. It is one of the series of 6 Essential Embroidery Skills classes, which comprise the Guild’s foundation Certificate in Embroidery. However, it is also offered as a … Continue reading Exploring More Stitches
Introduction to Shadow Work – a Lavender Sachet with Nicole Detering
This project provides a basic introduction to Shadow Work. From the front, shadow work appears as backstitch outlining a muted shade of the same colour. Due to its delicate almost whimsical quality, historically this technique was used for the finest of lingerie, linens and baby clothes. it is a very easy technique to master and … Continue reading Introduction to Shadow Work – a Lavender Sachet with Nicole Detering
Essential Embroidery Skills – Hems & Hemstitching with Deborah Love
The EGQ Guild Rooms 149 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, AustraliaIn the morning session, how to mitre hems wide and narrow. In the afternoon session, hem stitching and other stitches. BONUS Weekend project given so the student can make up a little sachet using the stitches taught, and using colours of their choice. Only fabric and some matching thread supplied with the instructions. Sunday … Continue reading Essential Embroidery Skills – Hems & Hemstitching with Deborah Love