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Start Stitching - Blackwork Scissor Keep
Jul 13

Start Stitching - Blackwork Scissor Keep

by Embroiderers Guild of Western Australia
$90.00
Start Date
13-Jul-2025 1:30 pm
End Date
10-Aug-2025 4:00 pm
Timezone
(UTC+08:00) Australia/Perth

Registrations Close
10 July 2025 11:00 PM

 

Registrations close on Thursday 10th July 2025 at 11pm

Cost: $90.00,

Includes full kit and two class sessions

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Complete beginners are very welcome to join us for this Start Stitching class in July and August. 
 
There will be two separate classes conducted on Sunday afternoons, 13th July and the 10th August at Guild House, 565 Canning Highway, Alfred Cove.
 
 
Classes are spaced to allow time to complete what is learnt in the first class, with the second session concentrating on finishing and assembling the embroidered piece.
 
 
Blackwork embroidery, also known as "Spanish work," is a counted thread embroidery technique with origins in Northern Africa and brought to Spain by the Moors.  It was introduced to England by Catherine of Aragon. It gained popularity in the Tudor period as an affordable and decorative alternative to lace.
 
 
Hundreds of patterns have been developed using a simple straight running stitch.  The colour can be varied also to suit the whim of the stitcher! 
 
 
The materials that you will need to stitch and complete the project are included in a sturdy kit box.  This includes:
  1. Fabric, thread and needles,
  2. Small sharp scissors
  3. Quality Embroidery Hoop,
  4. Full Instructions and photo.
All you need to bring with you are your 'specs' if you need them!
 
Numbers in these classes are kept small, and we have experienced embroiderers there to help you when needed.
 
Come and join in the fun, bring a friend, learn something new and complete a pretty item to keep and enjoy.

Registrations Close: Thursday 10th July at 11pm

Dates:  Sunday 13th July and Sunday 10th August 2025

Time: 1.30pm - 4.00pm
Tutor: Prudence and helpers
Skill Level: Complete beginners

Class Fees: $90.00

Kit Cost: All included in class fee

Registrations will open at 9:00am on Sunday 8th June and close at 11:00pm on the 10th July 2025

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ PRIOR TO TICKET PURCHASE

Class/Workshops Agreement

Enrolment & Cancellation Policy

 

Event Location
Guild House
565 Canning Highway
Alfred Cove WA
Contact Details
Isabel Laurance
tutors@embroiderersguildwa.org.au
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