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Hand and Lock Shop  »  Hand and Lock Embroidery School  »  Courses

1 Day trial

1 Day trial

Fantastic new opportunity to come to our school for a day and work a mini sampler. You will be able to try out a variety of techniques such as Goldwork, whitework, basic embroidery stitches and silk shading among others.


Goldwork course *

Goldwork course *

A traditional technique that has been used for many centuries on ceremonial robes and military insignia. Because of the various techniques and many wires available, goldwork has become a hugely popular and contemporary embroidery technique. Goldwork can be applied to garments and used with other techniques to create brooches and other accessories.

* Kit not included


Tambour Beading course*

Tambour Beading course*

Predominantly used in the large couture houses of Paris, this technique is the perfect way to add sparkle and embellishment to your dresses. Master the art of using a hook instead of a needle.

* Kit not included


Silk Shading course*

Silk Shading course*

A challenging technique known as ‘painting with a needle’, because of the blending and shading of threads. Using a long & short stitch you can create mini works of art that look natural and realistic.

* Kit not included


Jacobean crewel work course*

Jacobean crewel work course*

A style of embroidery bought over by the East India trading company. Learn basic but effective embroidery stitches in bright coloured crewel wool, to create a stylish design.

* Kit not included


Drawn & Pull course*

Drawn & Pull course*

Drawn thread work borders are extremely varied and the earliest came from countries bordering the Mediterranean, later spreading to the rest of Europe. Pulled work derives from counted satin or cross stitches tightly pulled together. These techniques were used to decorate elaborate ruffs, linen cushions and other similar pieces.

* Kit not included.


Shadow work course*

Shadow work course*

Shadow Work was inspired by muslin goods imported from India in the eighteenth century. A simple herringbone stitch gives a quick and easy result and adding stitches such as eyelets, French knots and shadow appliqué gives a richer texture and more intricate finish.

* Kit not included


Applique course*

Applique course*

Learn how to apply various fabrics to a base fabric and disguise the raw edges with a variety of stitches.

* Kit not included


Canvas course*

Canvas course*

A technique that is perfect for the use of furnishings such as cushions and upholstery. Learn a variety of canvas stitches and the art of blending the colours.

* Kit not included


Whitework - Hardanger course*

Whitework - Hardanger course*

Hardanger embroidery originated from the mountains at the head of the Hardanger Fjord in Norway. Designs are simple, geometric patterns using stitches such as kloster blocks, woven bars, doves eye filling and satin stitch. This is an ideal technique for table mats and along the edges of table cloths.

* Kit not included


Personnalized courses

Personnalized courses

Hand & Lock School of Embroidery is offering bespoke courses suitable for everyone . During those sessions you can come with your own designs and received the help required to complete them: from a '1 to 1 tuition' to our '12 weeks programme' we have a course suitable for you.



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