Learn pulled thread embroidery using white thread on white linen, creating a lacy appearance with different stitches. Pulled thread embroidery, also known as drawn fabric, is a form of whitework that doesn’t involve cutting the fabric threads.
Instead, tension is used when working the stitches to draw the fabric threads together to produce a lacy effect. (Not to be confused with drawn thread embroidery, which involves cutting the fabric.) It is traditionally worked on white fabric, usually a linen evenweave, using white thread. The pulled thread kits for this class cost £28 each,...
Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts returns to Westpoint, Exeter this September with 160 stands full of must-have craft supplies and a wealth of inspiration for makers. The show is a haven for those who love to craft and has been a must visit event in Exeter for 28 years.
New to the Exeter show is Bertha, the Colour-in Caravan. Kate Edmunds, Bertha’s owner, found the vintage caravan neglected and dilapidated and lovingly restored her as a colouring-in extravaganza.
Kate said: “Children are free to colour the caravan itself, using our special washable pens (so no worries...
As part of our Kid's Summer Holiday classes we're hosting a hand embroidery class - a session where you'll be able to learn all sorts of wonderful hand embroidery stitches, and get to grips with these traditional sewing techniques.
Time and Date: Wednesday 17th August, 11am to 12.30pm.
Our summer classes are all one off sessions, and cost £5 per person which includes all materials. We recommend the class for ages 6-16, but younger ones may be suited too! To book simply call the shop on 01392 437377, or click here to book online.
As part of our Kid's Summer Holiday classes we're hosting a hand embroidery class - a session where you'll be able to learn all sorts of wonderful hand embroidery stitches, and get to grips with these traditional sewing techniques.
Time and Date: Wednesday 17th August, 11am to 12.30pm.
Our summer classes are all one off sessions, and cost £5 per person which includes all materials. We recommend the class for ages 6-16, but younger ones may be suited too! To book simply call the shop on 01392 437377, or click here to book online.
As part of our Kid's Summer Holiday classes we're getting ready to sew with felt! Book in to come and play with our Big Shot machine, choose from our big range of shapes and ideas and get sewing! We'll be using hand sewing techniques in the class to make and embellish our chosen creations.
Time and Date: Wednesday 27th July, 11am to 12.30pm.
Our summer classes are all one off sessions, and cost £5 per person which includes all materials. We recommend the class for ages 6-16, but younger ones may be suited too! To book in either give us a ring on 01392 437377 or have a look...
As part of our schedule of special summer classes, we're offering a lovely session of knotty bracelet making! Perfect for gifting as friendship bracelets or keeping all to yourself.
We’ll be teaching one of our favourite designs, a bracelet made from knotting and beads and a button clasp. There will also be the chance to learn how to make an ever useful sliding knot fastening, as seen on our knotty bracelet kits. The great thing about this workshop is that knotting is one of the trickiest things to learn without having somebody show you, so a couple of hours spent being taught it...
As part of our schedule of special summer workshops, we're excited to host a beginner's session in patchwork! Paper piecing is a traditional patchwork technique that's all about hand sewing, precision and enjoying the process. We aim to take the fear out of the craft and give you the confidence to get started.
This is the kind of skill that can bring you hours and hours of sewing happiness. We’ll go through everything you need to know, from cutting out your shapes to hand sewing to how to piece them together, through to ideas of what to make with your piece once you’re finished...
As part of our special schedule of summer classes, we're excited to host a session of purse sewing! In this workshop we’ll be making a mini purse, covering all sorts of basic sewing techniques that will get you on your feet with crafting.
You’ll be able to choose from a beautiful selection of fabrics, and enjoy learning a project that’ll make a perfect gift for birthday’s & Christmas and all in between. This class will as always, be entirely suitable for sewing beginners, but will also provide enjoyment to those more experienced crafters with the urge to learn a new project!...
As part of our schedule of special summer craft workshops, this class will give you a chance to come in a play with felt & one of our favourite pieces of equipment: our Sizzix Big Shot.
Come and have a go with our great selection of dies (tools for cutting shapes out of felt easily) – we’ve got everything from owls to ice cream to hearts & stars. What happens next is then up to you! We’ll have all sorts of ideas and inspiration to throw at you, and all the craft equipment you need to make it happen. You could potentially make a beautiful mobile, a heart garland, a hand...
As part of our special schedule of new summer workshops, we'll be hosting a session of jewellery making using our favourites: tiny seed beads, charms and tassels! YAY. You’ll go home with a necklace and a bracelet, and all the skills you need to make a million more of these to give to loved ones. Expect extreme tassel enthusiasm and awesome jewellery creations.
The class is a one off session, running on Tuesday 24th May, 2pm to 4.30pm, and costs £25 per person, including all your materials. We require a £10 deposit to secure your place, so give us a ring on 01392 437377 or pop in...
