Workshops with Lorna
For a list of prices and a more detailed list of requirements, please contact me by email or by telephone.Workshops can be organised according to specific requests, i.e. call me and set a date and I will organise a class around your needs for you, plus friends, etc. Maximum number of 6 - 8 unless otherwise specified. Mostly I find that my classes are mixed, i.e. students choose one of the above workshops, so that I may have 3 doing one topic, 2 doing another and the last working on his or her own project in any one given group. Students tend to learn more from each other this way. Alternatively I am prepared to travel to a suitable venue providing there are at least 6 pupils and my travelling costs are covered.
Naïve Appliqué - Beginner to intermediate
Suitable for beginners or those who would like to progress from X-stitch to embroidery. Create a small scene using simple appliqué techniques( bondaweb method) and embroidery stitches as well as embellishment with buttons, etc. One day workshop. Students supply own materials.
Landscapes Made Easy - Beginner to intermediate
Embroider a small landscape using photo transfer techniques. Students will learn how to transfer a small picture onto fabric and will then embroider and embellish the landscape to form a 3-dimensional picture. One day workshop. Photo transfers supplied at £1.00 each. Students supply own materials.
Folded Ribbon Roses - Beginner to intermediate
Learn to fiddle and twiddle and make three dimensional roses of all shapes, sizes and variations - use satin ribbons, organza, wired ribbons, etc. Can be appliquéd onto bags, hats, embroidery, etc. One day workshop. Students supply own materials.
Silk Ribbon Embroidery – Introduction
A one-day workshop aimed at the beginner. I provide a simple design kit and students will finish a piece suitable for making up into a card or for framing. Full kit supplied or students can provide own materials.
Silk Ribbon – Intermediate
For those who have a basic knowledge of silk ribbon embroidery - one day workshop. Students will experiment with a variety of stitches and discover how the stitch can be used to form a number of different flowers. A sampler will be worked on. Relevant other design ideas supplied. Students supply their own materials.
Silk Ribbon – Advanced
For those who would like to learn the more advanced and experimental stitches used in silk ribbon embroidery. A one day workshop during which time students will work on a sampler and add to what was learned in the intermediate class. Design ideas supplied but students supply own materials.
Beyond X-Stitch
A course aimed at those who would like to try their hand at embroidery but have never been shown. Aimed at the complete beginner. Students will learn a number of basic stitches enabling them to work on a small design piece in class, to be completed at home. One day workshop. Students supply own materials.
That Blooming Bullion! - Beginner to intermediate
Learn to perfect the bullion stitch in a few easy steps. Using this versatile stitch, you will learn to embroider different flowers including rosebuds, roses, daisies, fuchsias, etc. Students supply own materials.
Mystical Dragonflies & Interesting insects. - Intermediate
Using a variety of stitches, mediums and techniques, learn how to embroider bees, dragonflies, ladybirds, caterpillars, butterflies, etc. Students embroider and embellish them using creative 3-dimensional techniques. Start a small project in class and complete at home. Students supply own materials or kit supplied. (Can be done over 2 days for a more in depth workshop.)
Crazy Patchwork –All levels
Learn the basics of crazy patchwork by hand. Students will learn a number of stitches for embellishing this type of patchwork. One day workshop. ( Can be done over 2- 4 days for a more in depth workshop.) Students supply own materials.
Pansies and Roses - Intermediate
Learn all about the cast- on bullion and its variations, with this versatile stitch. You will embroider amongst others, 3- dimensional pansies, fuchsias and roses. The same stitch can be used to create insects! Intermediate level. Supply own materials.
Pin Weaving - Beginner to intermediate
Learn the art of weaving all sorts of ribbons, fabrics and threads together to design a landscape. Students will then learn to embroider and embellish into this freestyle piece of work, using 3-dimensional stitches. Students supply own materials, however a scrap bag will be available for students to help themselves to at a nominal fee.
Stumpwork – Beginners
Learn the fundamental stitches of Stumpwork and work towards completing a simple design, which encompasses the basics of this traditional technique. A kit can be supplied or students provide their own materials (Design idea or pattern provided!). Students need to have a general knowledge of embroidery stitches.
Stumpwork – Intermediate to Advanced
Work on the above learned skills to advance and experiment with Stumpwork techniques. Students will work on a more complicated design – kit supplied or students provide own materials with pattern supplied. Students need to have a basic knowledge of stumpwork techniques.
Workshop Descriptions