Description

Location: 86 Margaret Street, London W1W 8TE

Duration: 3 hours

Goldwork embroidery is a luxurious and captivating craft that uses metallic threads, such as imitation gold, to create intricate, light-catching designs. When combined with the delicate art of beading, it opens up endless possibilities for creating dazzling and textured embellishments. Hand & Lock's Sparkling Snowflakes course offers a perfect introduction to these techniques, guiding participants through the creation of three stunning snowflake designs that shimmer and sparkle with metallic threads and beads. In this three-hour session, you’ll explore a variety of goldwork and beading techniques, including how to handle metallic threads, layer textures, and apply beads for added dimension and brilliance. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your embroidery repertoire, this course provides hands-on experience and expert guidance, allowing you to create intricate designs that capture the enchantment of winter and the timeless beauty of hand embroidery.

Techniques & Breakdown

This exciting taster class offers a new and contemporary outlook into Goldwork and Beading Techniques. Our expert tutors will guide you through fundamental skills, including threading a needle, applying Pearl Purl and how to attach Plate in a fun and inventive way. As well as learning how to combine these techniques with beads(with tips and tricks from our tutors). Delve into the diverse characteristics of these once traditional techniques followed by immersive instruction on their use, allowing you to bring to life an exquisite design that showcases your new found skill.

Important Information

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- All courses are non refundable, if you cannot attend please let us know as soon as possible and we will try to move you to another course.

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