Top 10 Best Embroidery classes, courses, learnings kits and gifts in the UK

Tufting workshop: Craft your personalise rug Unlock the world of textile artistry in our immersive Rug Tufting Mastery Workshop. Whether you're a complete novice or a craft enthusiast looking to expand your skills, this hands-on experience is tailored to unleash your creativity and guide you through the journey of crafting a magnificent tufted rug. What to Expect: Essentials of Tufting: Begin with a comprehensive introduction to tufting, where we'll cover the must-have tools, fabric selection, and yarn options. Don't worry if you've never tried tufting before; our step-by-step guidance ensures a smooth start. Mastering Tufting Techniques: Dive into the world of tufting with hands-on exploration of various techniques. You'll learn how to create intricate patterns, rich textures, and unique designs, allowing your creativity to flourish. Craft Your Unique Rug: Apply your newfound skills to craft a tufted rug that truly reflects your artistic vision. Whether you're drawn to abstract patterns, geometric shapes, or have a custom design in mind, your rug will be a unique masterpiece. All-Inclusive Materials: We provide all the necessary materials, including high-quality fabrics, tufting tools, and a vibrant selection of yarns. Just bring your enthusiasm and an open mind. A Relaxing and Creative Environment: Beyond the technical aspects, our workshop offers a serene space for you to relax, express your creativity, and connect with fellow textile art enthusiasts who share your passion. Knowledge Level: No prior experience or specific skills are required; all are welcome! What You'll Take Home: Your very own tufted rug, a stunning addition to your home decor or a heartfelt gift for a loved one. Suitable for: Individuals and couples seeking a creative outlet. Perfect for special occasions like birthdays or unique gatherings. Suitable for both adults and kids (minimum 8 years old). Accompanying adults are welcome to observe the class for free. Join us for an enriching experience in the world of tufting. Learn, create, and take home a one-of-a-kind textile masterpiece. Your artistic journey awaits in our Rug Tufting Mastery Workshop!

Punch Needle crafting is a very relaxing and therapeutic craft. It's a cross between embroidery and rag rug latch hooking. You can create two different effects at the same time with your tool. One side is flat stitches and the other side has a loopy shaggy look but you can mix and match these effects on the same side for added dimension and texture. During the class we will be using a wooden punch needle tool and wooden embroidery hoop with suitable fabric for needle punch stretched over it. You will learn all about the suitable materials for this craft as well as our tip-top techniques on how to make a beautiful punch needle creation.

Bring your preloved Denim jkt to a 'Sacred Sewing Circle' workshop in uniquely customising your jacket with treasured trims reflecting your true personality. Be inspired to 'Turn waste clothes into worth originals' by Award winning Designer, Fashion Forager & Upcycling Expert, Katie Young. A 2.5-hour unique masterclass teaching ways to customise, upcycle and transform an old denim jkt into treasured original pieces that express your true personality. Katie will assist you in co-creating your clothes, combining treasured materials and trims from saved waste or foraged finds to remake a new wardrobe Wow! What to bring: Intermediate sewing skills required. Hand and machine sewing opitions. Bring your preloved Jacket, any trims you want to add to repair or reinvent. Why not bring your own sewing machine to reacquaint & reignite your sewing self. Be surrounded by inspiration, and sew in circle you with a group of like-minded Sustainable Style and Upcycling lovers! We will provide:  2x sewing machines plus 1x overlocker to share between up to 8 people. Iron and ironing board. Trims & materials to adorn and applique Sewing needles, scissors and threads Denim jackets at cost of £25 Luxury velvet Customising kits for Jkts at £55 Next workshops and retreats You will go away with: Powerful and possibly profound connection to yourself and your clothes Re-empowerment in making /sewing skills Renewed creative skill to go apply to other pieces of your wardrobe and your life A beautiful newly customised jacket ready to wear or complete at home A bit about me & Sacred Sewing: Katie Young is a conscious co-creator of customised clothes, collections and tailored supply chains that save waste for over 30 years. Receiving multiple awards for her niche service to 100s of sustainable luxury fashion, hospitality & Heritage brands. Founding ‘Bespoke Textiles’ with clients from English Eccentrics to The Ivy Collection from Bills to Buckingham Palace. She is the author of the No.1 best selling book The Textile Touch. Through her love of vintage, exquisite eye for elegant timeless original design combined with her expertise in manufacturing & customising clothes since a childhood she inspires and empowers a rare and unique passion and style for Re-making. The Sacred Sewing movements' mission is to empower women to know themselves deeply through Reloving clothes and reloving yourself. Remaking in Sacred Sewing Circles, embracing slow fashion original style, sewing and sealing in reclaimed connection to yourself and others.

Give new life to your clothing and learn the art of creative mending and embroidery! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore embroidery techniques that not only repair worn-out areas but also add unique decorative flair to your favorite pieces. **What You’ll Learn: ** Essential embroidery techniques for both beginners and seasoned stitchers Methods to reinforce and mend fabric in a stylish way Creative ideas to personalize and refashion your clothing Styling tips for achieving the best results **Perfect For: ** Anyone who wants to repair clothing sustainably and uniquely, whether it’s covering stains, mending knits, or fixing ripped fabric and holes Those interested in brightening up garments with easy-to-execute embroidery techniques that look professional No prior experience needed—all skill levels welcome! All materials will be provided. If you have items you’d like to mend or refashion, feel free to bring them along, and we’ll help you transform them. No worries if you don’t have anything in mind; you can practice with us and see lots of samples and student work! This class offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for creativity and sustainability. You'll not only learn valuable skills but also have the chance to socialize, share ideas, and make new friends along the way, all in a supportive and welcoming environment. Join us to turn your old clothes into one-of-a-kind treasures!

Learn the stitches you need to become an embroidering extraordinaire. In this class Tea and crafting is bringing embroidery back with a modern twist. In this class you will get to grips with the 5 popular stitches in your design: back stitch satin stitch split stitch straight stitch and the infamous French knot You'll be able to choose a fun design (or a maybe even one of your own drawings) to embroider. Your embroidery design will stay in the hoop and you can hang it on the wall for show! Once you've mastered the skill, you can try napkins, sheets, pillowcases...and actually there won't be a soft furnishing in your house that you haven't thought about sorting yourself!

An introduction to using your machine to 'draw'. We will work with a 'normal' machine foot and a darning foot (free machining foot). This relaxing session is for beginners or those who want to free up their technique. You will work with a mix of fabrics (including soluble) and textures to create a flower bowl using your machine to draw the elements together. Learn simple stitches and textile techniques to make something unique to you. We may also combine some hand stitches to enhance your design. All materials and threads will be provided. There will be an opportunity to look at different fabrics and fibres you can use, with an emphasis on re-using and adapting scraps and other bits and bobs. Bring your machine (with manual and a darning foot if you have one) or use one of ours. Kirstie Allsopp called machine embroidery “the crack-cocaine of crafts”. This workshop will give you a taste of what she means – you might get hooked too (I am!). *You should already be able to thread and use a machine before the workshop. If you need a refresher we may be able to book in a 121 before hand. Let me know. This workshop is part of Sam’s Harrow Open Studio. Her artwork will be around for you to use as inspiration and ideas. It will take place in the Stitch Club Studio in Central Pinner. This Aladdin’s cave is full of inspirational textile bits and bobs. It has been adapted to our new way of being with a lovely outdoor working space where you can relax and forget about the world outside. You will leave with new ideas and the confidence to create your next embroidery independently. What will be provided? We have all the tools and fabrics you should need. What should you bring ? Just yourself will do. If you have some ideas or an image or more that you find inspiring, bring them too. If there is a fabric or fibre that you want to work with or know more about bring that too. If you want to use your own machine, please bring your manual and make sure you have a ‘darning’ or ‘free machining’ foot for it. If you want clarification on this please email me.

Learn simple stitches and how to use them to make something unique to you. This relaxing session is for beginners or those who want to free up their technique. We will explore a selection of stitches including: running stitch, stem stitch, French and bullion knots and seeding stitch. If there is a particular line or fill that you need we will look at the different stitches. You can use these to create an image which can then be left in a frame or made into a small lavender shape. There will be an opportunity to look at different fabrics and fibres you can use, with an emphasis on re-using and adapting scraps and other bits and bobs. You can work on your own design, an idea you have been mulling over or you can work from one of our images. You will learn how to plan and transfer your design onto your base fabric. This workshop is part of Sam’s Harrow Open Studio. Her artwork will be around for you to use as inspiration and ideas. It will take place in the Stitch Club Studio in Central Pinner. This Aladdin’s cave is full of inspirational textile bits and bobs. It has been adapted to our new way of being with a lovely outdoor working space where you can relax and forget about the world outside. You will leave with new ideas and the confidence to create your next embroidery independently. What will be provided? We have all the tools and fabrics you should need. What should you bring ? Just yourself will do. If you have some ideas or an image or more that you find inspiring, bring them too. If there is a fabric or fibre that you want to work with or know more about bring that too.

Come join us at Gallery Midnight for a creative Mother’s Day workshop! Book this as a lovely class to do with your Mum on Mother's Day, Or, if you are Mum - bring along your kids for a fun crafting session - all ages are welcome although we would suggest any young crafters be 8 yrs+. You will be decorating natural seagrass belly baskets with handmade pom-poms and embroidery. The baskets are a lovely keepsake to take home and can be used for storage (toys, socks, blankets) or plant holders! A wide range of coloured yarns are provided so you can create your own pom-pom colour palette! You can make up to 6 pom-poms to decorate your basket with. You will also learn how to embroider a letter, initials, short word or shape on to your basket to make it truly unique. The baskets are made from natural sea grass and measure approx H 28cm x W 31cm (not inc handles). They are handmade so measurements may vary ever so slightly. There will be a selection of teas, coffee and freshly baked cakes to help boost the creativity process! Our colourful poster attached has all the information about the event but please feel free to get in touch with any additional questions or to make a booking. See you there!

Looking for a super unique hen party activity? Look no further than this Punch Needle Tattoo Heart workshop! ​​ Learn the basics of punch needle tufting and create a one of a kind piece of personalised art. ​ Write whatever you like in the banner, perhaps a special date or even a naughty word.