September 2018
Kogin Embroidery
This class has a choice of a beginner’s level bag or an intermediate level bag. Kogin embroidery originated in the north of Japan’s main island in the Aomori prefecture. Due to its rugged geography, bitter winters and impassable roads, this area was isolated for a long time from much of Japan’s mainstream culture. It began to open up after a rail line was built in the 1920s. As the local inhabitants were very poor, they were forbidden from wearing…
Find out more »Start Stitching – Spring frolics
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Find out more »Hems and Hemstitching Class
In this class, you will learn how to perfect wide and narrow mitred hems, and a variety of hem stitches to complete embroidery with charm. As a bonus, you will be given a weekend project kit. This kit allows you to practise the stitches learnt in class and to make up a little needle roll from a sampler of stitches to keep. The kit includes the instructions, pictures and fabric needed for the class and project. A list of other…
Find out more »Children’s Holiday Class
This is a 2-day class, on Tuesday 25th and Thursday 27th September, which continues the Queensland theme. You can make a tote bag themed with either a Budgie or a Budgie Smuggler, inspired by a bird of the Outback. The Budgie, on the left, is stitched in DMC cotton on a 14-count Aida in cross stitch, whilst the Budgie Smuggler uses 10-count fabric and tent stitch using tapestry wool. Class Cost $55 for 2 days, which includes lunch and all…
Find out more »October 2018
Exploring More Needlepoint
This class, provided over two consecutive Saturdays, takes participants on a journey through various needlepoint techniques. A sound knowledge of basic embroidery terms will be an advantage and some preparation is required prior to the first Saturday. More than five stitches are used in this counted thread embroidery style and the geometric designed panel can be used in a variety of ways. Tutor Alana Wegner Class code AW6/10 Class cost $120 (members); $160 (non-members) Instruction notes…
Find out more »Start Stitching – Christmas scents
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Find out more »November 2018
Let’s Start Hardanger
During this one day workshop, students will be introduced to basic Hardanger techniques and stitches such as satin stitch, kloster blocks and buttonhole edging. A simple motif will be completed, which could be used as a festive ornament. The workshop is designed for those who have not undertaken any hardanger embroidery but knowledge of basic embroidery terms will be an advantage. Please note: Needleweaving is not included in this workshop. Each student will need to have: A small hoop 10cm…
Find out more »Start Stitching – Red Christmas pudding
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Find out more »Rose Among the Oak Leaves
Mountmellick work is a white work originating in Ireland. This design, using traditional Mountmellick fabric and thread, explores many different stitches to give a textured effect. The finished embroidery could be framed or made into a table centre, cushion, or tea cosy. Tutor Deborah Love Class code DL11/11 Class cost $60 (members); $80 (non-members) Kit $30 to be paid to the Tutor at the class - includes fabric, thread, needles and notes Class registration and enquiries Bookings are essential, with…
Find out more »January 2019
Children’s Holiday Class
In 2019, our theme for the children’s classes will be ‘how to use free patterns from the Internet’. We will start by making ‘money bags’ with free patterns from Kelly Fletcher and Annie Belcher. This is a 2-day class, from 9.30 am until 2.30 pm on: Tuesday, 15th January and Thursday, 17th January, 2019. Class Cost $55 for 2 days, which includes lunch and kit. Class Code CHJA Class Registration Complete the Class Registration Form Class Enquiries Contact the…
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