Embroidery Workshops
Learn the secrets of the stitches with tutors Bridget Guest and Carole Butcher.
We give you the opportunity to discover your creativity, learn new skills and make new friends as you become absorbed and fascinated by this ancient art of narrative embroidery. Make time for yourself - book your place today!
The 2-day Foundation or Refresher Course
This workshop can accommodate equally the experienced embroiderer and those who have had no embroidery experience.Within the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the workshop students will receive demonstration and tuition in the six stitches and techniques used to create the Quaker Tapestry.The two-day course will give students the knowledge and confidence to complete their embroidery workshop kit.
The 3-day Lettering & Design Course
In order to attend this workshop you must have completed the Foundation course.This course is designed to take you a stage further in the Quaker Tapestry style and technique and aims to develop your skill in narrative crewel work. Students will discover how the tapestry panels were designed and how these techniques can be used to create your own designs for embroidery.
The 3-day Embellishment Course
In order to attend this workshop you must have completed the Foundation course.This workshop has been designed to follow on from the Foundation course.Students will discover how the tapestry panels were embellished and how these techniques can be used to inspire you with your own embroidery.
The course fee includes VAT, tuition, lunch, refreshments, and a choice of sewing kit with all the materials needed to complete the embroidery.
Most of the workshops are held at the Exhibition Centre in Kendal
The Quaker Tapestry Exhibition and Tearooms, Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4BH
Telephone 01539 722975
Travelling Workshops
If you have 10-15 people wanting to attend an embroidery workshop in your area please read the information in this leaflet or contact Bridget Guest to discuss the possibilities of bringing the workshop to you 01539 722975 or info@quaker-tapestry.co.uk
Bridget has a wealth of experience both in embroidery and in the Quaker Tapestry itself and has been involved with the project for 15 years. Click here to read more about the Travelling Workshops
The workshops held at Kendal run from April to October - click here to see the programme for 2010