Feb
28
10:00 AM10:00

Sustainable Sewing with Embellishments - Dovecot Studios

Learn to hand embroider using beads and sequins whilst making your own sequin shapes and beaded embellishments.

This is a creative workshop taught by tutor Chloe Patience, using embellishment techniques, working to make a small design or by working directly onto a garment.

You can bring in an old pre-loved garment to stitch into, cover stains or holes, or simply work on fabric and create a more sustainable embroidery  sampler.

Price includes equipment and all materials.

 

Tickets £75.00

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Mar
19
6:00 PM18:00

Sewing with Beads Workshop

Explore the art of beaded hand embroidery in this two-hour evening workshop, designed for absolute beginners and experience stitchers that are new to working with beads.

Under the guidance of award-winning textile designer Chloe Patience, you’ll learn to create traditional and 3D embellishments using beads and sequins.

In this hands-on session, Chloe will introduce you to the process of stitching with beads, sequins, and other embellishments, using an embroidery hoop, beading needle and thread. You'll experiment with dimensional techniques to create stunning textures and effects that bring your designs to life.

By the end of this workshop, you'll walk away with a technical sampler showcasing your newly learned embroidery techniques and the confidence to apply these versatile skills to everything from clothing and accessories to soft furnishings and beyond.

Whether you're just starting your embroidery journey or looking to build on your existing skills, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to expand your creativity and gain valuable new techniques in a relaxed and inspiring environment.

Date: 19th March (Wed)

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Ticket price: £45 TICKETS

Venue: Room 501 Summerhall

1, Summerhall, Newington, Edinburgh EH9 1PL

Accessibility: Room 501 is on the first floor and can only be accessed via a flight of stairs. There are no lifts available.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made within 7 days of the workshop date are non-refundable. However, we are happy to offer one rescheduling opportunity to another workshop date, subject to availability. Rescheduling requests must be made at least 7 days in advance of the original workshop date.

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Mar
22
10:00 AM10:00

3D Stitching Workshop : Dovecot Studios

Join Chloe Patience to learn raised embroidery techniques or '3D stitches'. This workshop is perfect as a follow on from the beginner embroidery workshops, or for confident stitchers. This will be created as a set square or shaped template that is either technical based or a floral pattern. 

You will learn the following stitches to help bring your design to life:

  • Turkey work

  • Raised buttonhole stitch

  • Felt padded raised stitch

 

Tickets £65.00*

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