You may recognise this type of embroidery from your Grandma's home in the 60s, but now it is back! Well, actually it never really left. Bargello is a truly unique form of embroidery as there are both specific stitches and patterns required to make Bargello, Bargello.
During the class you will be introduced to the typical 'Vertical' stitch used throughout all Bargello, and then you'll get your head around the geometric patterns which are also characteristic of Bargello. You'll be stitching in no time, either one of our patterns or your own design, as our tutor is on hand to teach you how to use this unique form of embroidery to design your own unique pattern. Bargello can be used on normal fabric-like needlepoint fabric but we're using plastic canvas so that you can turn your Bargello design into a coaster! Or you can sew them up to create a pencil holder, plant pot, tissue box cover even.
Beginners
Duration:
2 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
During the lesson you'll have the option to make either a plant pot or a set of coasters, you'll start your project during the session and receive plenty of wool to finish your creations. You will take home a kit consisting of a total of 4 canvas and the wool and needle you need to complete your coasters or plant pot.
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
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If you are left handed this is no problem, just let us know in the "order notes" so we can provide you with a different pen to hold the nib.
Have you seen our Christmas Special themed Calligraphy workshop? Take a look here.
If you are just starting out or are looking for hands-on tips and techniques to improve your beginner’s hand, this workshops is perfect for you!
Beginners
Duration:
2.5 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
Nothing at all. You will be given take home pack, that consists of:
1 oblique pen holder
1 nib
1 pot of black ink
Take home sheets with the full alphabet and plenty of practice sheets
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
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Do have a look at our other Beginners Knitting workshop where you learn how to knit as well as knitting up an actual project at the same time. More information here.
Level:Beginners
Duration:
2.5 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
No, we give you everything you need to start knitting - you kit includes a pair of knitting needles, yarn, and take home instructions.
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
If you can't take an in-person class why not try this class as a live and interactive online class? More info here.
Book a place on our Lino Printmaking Workshop where you can create your own lino stamp, and print your own your own design onto some cards, envelopes and name tags. It’s a perfect and easy way to personalise gifts. Whether you are a beginner or someone who has dabbled in printmaking before and wants a refresher, come let your creative juices flow and print away. Using traditional lino cutting techniques, you will learn how to create your own lino printing block in this workshop. You will keep the lino block for many more prints you may want to make at home.
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All levels
Duration:
2 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
No, everything you need is provided for you in the class.
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!
Yay its the return of our highly sought-after arm knitting workshops in London even Lorraine Kelly wants to learn and invited me to join her on her show (live!) to teach her. You can watch the full segment below.
No.Needles.Required! Some call it extreme knitting, we call it MAGIC! This is the most satisfying form of giant knitting you will get. With the scrummiest super sized yarn and a couple of hours you will go home proud as punch with your blanket!
Giant knitting is a knitting technique using super jumbo giant yarn to create high quality pieces, ideal for making large scarves or snoods, blankets, cushions and even carpets! And we love teaching spreading the love of giant arm knitting too!
Complete and total beginners - ANYONE can arm knit
Duration:
1.5 hours to 2 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
No all the giant yarn you need to knit your blanket (2kg) is included in the price.
What is the Size of the Blanket:
The blanket is approx 75 cm x 125 cm (30 x 50 inches) Please note sizes are approximate and it will depend on your knitting on the night but you won't be far off the dimensions listed above. Please let us know your top two colour choices at time of booking (check your email and spam box for an email from us with a form to fill in).
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we now offer pre-packaged cookies. If you require gluten free or vegan sweet treats please let us know!