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Jacobean Crewelwork Hand Embroidery Workshop

Sat 18 Apr 26
Date: Saturday, 18th April 2026
Time: 10am- 4pm (includes break for lunch)

Cost: £130 per person

This event is limited to 12 participants. Herstmonceux Castle Estate Wartling Road Entrance Hailsham East Sussex BN27 1RN Taught?in the stunning setting of Herstmonceux Castle, this is the perfect traditional handvembroidery experience. Jacobean crewelwork is a rich and decorative embroidery style that flourished in England during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Characterised by flowing, naturalistic designs of flowers, vines, birds, and mythical creatures, this technique uses wool thread on linen fabric to create beautifully textured pieces. Interestingly, the stitches used in crewelwork are very similar to those employed in the famous Bayeux Tapestry, connecting you to centuries of embroidery tradition. Over the course of the day, you will work on one of Amy’s Lady B Embroidery kits, inspired by a Jacobean bed hanging in the V&A collection featuring a whimsical stork. In your kit, you will receive everything you need to start the design. Amy will guide you through stitches such as trellis, satin stitch, heavy chain, and woven wheels, as well as core stitches including split stitch, chain, and French knots. Worked on traditional crewelwork fabric linen twill, you will use the gorgeous naturally dyed crewel wool ‘Eco Vita’ by DMC in a range of beautiful shades. Your kit also includes instructions, a hoop and needles. Amy will guide you through each step with detailed live demonstrations, ensuring you?feel confident and inspired throughout the day.?This workshop is suitable for total beginners and above!... READ MORE>

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