Join our resident upholsterer and textiles maker, Ruth Martin on this half day workshop where you will learn the craft of botanical embroidery in a relaxed and creative space.

Ruth will guide you step-by-step in creating a beautiful lavender bouquet embroidery, complete with beading and ribbon details. After learning some key stitches and techniques, you will sit and stitch together as a group, offering a peaceful chance to exchange creative ideas and inspiration.

This hands-on experience not only enhances your sewing skills but also actively encourages creativity and individuality in your crafting journey. Ruth will include guidance on backing your hoop, along with other ideas for how your completed embroidery could be used. This is a no-rush class, where there will be no pressure to complete the stitching; you will go home with the skills to complete the embroidery in your own time at home if necessary allowing you to enjoy the mindful opportunity to be creative without expectations. You will also be given the option to scent your work with lavender essence, providing the perfect relaxing sensory experience.

By the end of the workshop, you will proudly take home your very own embroidery, as well as the confidence to make more, either for your own home or to give as beautiful gifts.

Tutor: Ruth Martin
Date & Time: Monday 3rd November, 10am - 1pm
Venue: Scissors Studio, New Brewery Arts
Price: £65 (£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 suitable for beginners, or anyone interested in floral embroidery.

What you will need:
All materials and equipment are included.

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.