London Craft Week: Goldwork Crown Taster Course

Location: 86 Margaret Street, London W1W 8TE

Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm BST

Join us for our new London Craft Week Goldwork Crown Taster course and explore the realm of Goldwork embroidery. Guided by our expert hand embroidery tutors, you'll learn essential skills for this intricate craft, including learning the fundamental techniques of Metal Thread work. Explore the rich history and tradition woven into goldwork embroidery as you learn how to combine threads and beautifully finish your design with couture methods. Goldwork is the art of embroidery using metal threads. Historically associated with ceremonial and military uniform the technique is now also popular in customization, couture and interior design. Using threads that are imitation gold, silver, copper, or coloured allows embroiderers to create metallic surface designs that reflect light and create dazzling effects.

Please arrive five minutes before your course is due to start at the main doors of Hand & Lock.

During this course, you will learn Soft String Padding, Cutwork, Bead Application and Silk Thread work.

You will learn fundamental Goldwork Embroidery techniques and combine these with silk thread work across our beautiful new design.

All of the materials you need for this class will be provided for you as part of your course experience. You are more than welcome to bring your own embroidery equipment if you would rather use your own materials but everything will be provided for you.

Tutor Profiles

Our bespoke online classes are taught by expert hand embroiderers who have worked in the couture industry for brands such as Alexander McQueen, Chanel, Dior, Valentino, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, YSL, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, Schiaparelli, Lanvin and Burberry to name a few. The classes will cover the basics, insider tips and practical application making sure students are fully equipped to go on and apply what they have learned to their own garments and develop their own unique styles. Our tutors are work embroiderers first and tutors second which means they are able to give you a unique insight into the magical world of couture hand embroidery.

Read more about our amazing tutors here

Location

You can find us at 86 Margaret Street, London W1W 8TE

This special London Craft Week Course will be taught in Hand & Lock's 'Bead Room'. This room is where all of our client meetings take place. During the course you will be given the opportunity to view our extensive collection of samples including pieces from the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

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Accessibility

Our in person classes are taught in our school which is located upstairs in our studio. Unfortunately the building does not have lift access, so use of the stairs would be necessary.

Testimonials

If you would like to hear from some of our past students you can read our testimonials here.

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