Stumpwork - Week Holiday

Description

This course is part of Dillington Discoveries Summer week.

An exciting course exploring the beautiful and fascinating 16th century raised embroidery technique known as Stumpwork. The theme would be based on flowers and will cover many different and varied hand embroidery stitches, as well as an emphasis on needlelace. We will be using fine threads, with the addition of gold beads, fabric, sequins and threads, and other embellishments. Inspiration will be taken from a variety of sources, including historical Stumpwork pieces, books, pictures etc.

This course will be suitable for all abilities, including beginners.

Tutor Information
Annette Bolton studied City and Guilds in a variety of subjects covering beading, hand and machine embroidery, Stumpwork, mixed media and design.  She has been teaching for over 25 years including City and Guilds in Stumpwork. She has a great passion for her subject, a regular contributor to stitching and beading magazines, as well as being a registered tutor for the learning curve at Alexandra Palace and the Great British Bead Show.

Refunds are not available on this booking. Start dates may be amended on request.

What's included in the price?

The residential fee includes tuition, full board, five nights en-suite accommodation, refreshments and evening activities.
Non residential places also available.

Contact

Bookings team at Dillington House. Somerset County Council