April 2022
Machine Finishing for hand embroiderers
How you finish your piece of embroidery is just as important as your actual stitching. The ‘finish’ that you apply will decide if it becomes a much-loved piece or just something you once stitched. This class aims to introduce you to how to use your sewing machine to finish that piece of embroidery. It assumes that you have basic skills in the use of your machine and is based around how to incorporate your embroidery into an item and finish…
Find out more »Start Stitching – Snowflake candle cover
Everyone aged over 18 is welcome – beginners or experienced embroiderers alike. You don't have to be a Guild member. The projects are easy and fun with Guild members there to help you and provide a way of developing your enjoyment of embroidery in a relaxed and supportive environment. Class code: SS1004 Cost: $30 includes kit, notes and tuition Booking cut-off date: 1 April 2022 Bookings Bookings are essential and classes must be paid in advance, as our numbers…
Find out more »May 2022
Design Class for Embroidery
This class, one of six Essential Embroidery Skills classes, will look at the steps required during the design process for embroidery projects. Areas that will be looked at are the total project, layout, size, what to include, what to exclude, colour choice, thread choice, stitch choice, the importance of the negative space and whether the image and design suits the style of embroidery. All you need to bring to this class is your notepad, pen and ideas and photos for…
Find out more »Ukrainian Square Pincushion
This class is designed to be an initial journey into Ukrainian Whitework Embroidery and is a repeat of a popular class held in 2021. Students will explore basic techniques such as preparation gridding, flat stitch, Tovmach Stars, round eyelets and double tied half cross stitch. Students will gain the knowledge to interpret and adapt commercial patterns. Students may complete the embroidery for a pincushion (9cm x 9cm) during class but there is some additional sewing required to complete the item.…
Find out more »June 2022
Traditional Crewel Jacobean Scroll
This class will be held over three days: Pre-day: Saturday 25 June, 2022, 1.00 pm to 2.00 pm Class Day 1: Saturday 2 July 2022, 9.30 am to 3.00 pm Class Day 2: Saturday 9 July 2022, 9.30 am to 3.00 pm Attendance at the Pre-day on 25 June is essential in order to attend Day 1 and Day 2 on 2 and 9 July. Students will stitch a traditional crewel design using a variety of embroidery stitches and will…
Find out more »July 2022
Start Stitching – Garden Serviette
Everyone aged over 18 is welcome – beginners or experienced embroiderers alike. You don't have to be a Guild member. The project is easy and fun with Guild members there to help you and provide a way of developing your enjoyment of embroidery in a relaxed and supportive environment. Cost: $30 includes kit with traced design on serviette, notes and tuition Class code: SS1007 Booking cut-off date: 5 July 2022 Bookings Bookings are essential and classes must be paid…
Find out more »Goldwork – Burgundy Flowers
This 2-day class will be held on Saturday 16 July and Sunday 17 July, 2022. The introductory goldwork project covers the basic techniques used in goldwork including how to apply the padding felt, stretch and couch Purl Purl, use Bright check and use couching thread in a needle. Basic knowledge of embroidery stitches is necessary for this class. Attendance on 16 July (Day 1) is essential in order to attend 17 July (Day 2). Tutor: Anna Lang Class code: AL1607…
Find out more »Creative Canvas
This 2-day class will be held on Saturday, 30 July and Saturday, 6 August 2022. Students will learn Amadeus Stich, Jessica Stitch, Sheaf Stitch as well as basics such as Rhodes, Bargello and little Leaf Stitch. The finished stitching can be assembled into a scissor fob or needle book. There is a choice of colour schemes – Plum and Lime, Blue Lagoon or Jacaranda. Attendance on 30 July (Day 1) is essential in order to attend 6 August (Day 2).…
Find out more »August 2022
Start Stitching – Embroidered needlework bag
Everyone aged over 18 is welcome – beginners or experienced embroiderers alike. You don't have to be a Guild member. This project is fun with Guild members there to help you and provide a way of developing your enjoyment of embroidery in a relaxed and supportive environment. Embroidered needlework bag – a field of flowers This 4-sided bag will be embroidered and constructed over a series of 5 classes held on the following Sundays between 1pm and 4pm. Please…
Find out more »September 2022
What’s Next – Pincushion or Needlebook
Students can choose to make either the pincushion or the needlebook during the class. Although the patterns are different, the six basic stitches used are the same for both projects and are utilized in a simple pattern. These beginner projects are designed for new stitchers wanting to expand their skills. Some simple stitching experience or participation in a ‘Start Stitching’ class, would be an advantage. Tutor: Lee Mason Class code: LM1709 Class cost: $45.00 members; $55.00 non-members Kit cost: $8…
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