Join our resident upholsterer and textiles maker Ruth Martin in this half day workshop to learn how to create embroidered buttons.

In this half day relaxing and creative workshop, you will explore the delightful art of botanical embroidery and make a set of your own embroidered buttons. Ruth will guide you step-by-step in learning key stitches to create floral embroideries on linen using an embroidery hoop. All materials are provided, and the workshop is designed to be a relaxing opportunity to explore your creativity.

After learning the techniques, the group will sit and stitch together, offering a peaceful chance to exchange creative ideas and inspiration. When the embroideries are complete, Ruth will show you how to use a button press to make your own collection of beautiful buttons. You will each make around 6 to 8 buttons to take home.

This hands-on experience not only enhances your sewing skills but also actively encourages creativity and individuality in your crafting journey. By the end of the workshop, you will proudly take home your very own set of embroidered buttons, as well as the confidence to make more, either for yourself or to give as beautiful gifts.

Tutor: Ruth Martin
Date & Time: Friday 10th July 10:30am - 1:30pm
Venue: Scissors Studio, New Brewery Arts
Price: £45 (£0.00 VAT)

Please note that this workshop is for those aged 18 and over.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Refreshments are available at our on-site café Blend until 4pm.

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Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is for beginners so no experience is necessary. Embroidery does require detailed stitching so manual dexterity is required.

What you will need:
All materials and equipment will be provided.

Bring spectacles or magnification for close up work if needed.

Accommodation: 
Residential option available. Find out about our accommodation, costs and how to book here.

Meet Your Tutor - ruth martin

Ruth is the owner of Baskerville & Jones, providing handmade home furnishings to make everyday life more beautiful.

Qualified in traditional upholstery and soft furnishings, Ruth graduated from the British School of Upholstered Furniture in Oxfordshire with distinction for the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers (AMUSF) Intermediate Craft Certificate.

Prior to that, she studied with the Traditional Upholstery School in Wiltshire and the Ministry of Upholstery in Manchester. Ruth's textile education also includes professional training in making lampshades, quilts, curtains and blinds.

With Baskerville & Jones she offers a range of sustainable and beautiful textile products for the home that celebrate the joy of hand crafts. She welcomes collaborations and commissions to share the fun of creativity.