Instagram: @rie_wenham_embroidery

Marie Wenham is a highly skilled hand embroiderer with a rich background in both traditional and contemporary embroidery techniques. Trained at The Brit School and the Royal School of Needlework, she has honed her craft to become a sought-after professional in the fashion, costume, and film industries over the past seven years.

Marie has a particular passion for Goldwork, a luxurious and intricate form of embroidery that involves using gold threads, but her expertise spans a wide range of embroidery techniques. Her talent has led her to work on high-profile projects, including being part of the embroidery team for the hit HBO series House of the Dragon. Her contributions to such prestigious projects underscore her position as a leading figure in the world of embroidery.

In addition to her professional work, Marie is dedicated to sharing her knowledge and skills with others. She teaches embroidery through various museum courses and external classes, as well as at Hand & Lock's newly renovated school space, where she offers taster sessions and weekend courses. For those interested in her work, her Instagram showcases some of the incredible pieces she has been involved in creating, offering a glimpse into the artistry that defines her career.

Quote from Marie: Embroidery is an obsession everyone should have! There are so many different techniques which cannot be created on a machine. It's a never ending experience of experimentation. An incredible medium for artistic flair and with so many different materials: threads, ribbons, beads, chains etc that you really can find your voice and style within.

Fun fact: I took up gardening in the pandemic and got so much pleasure out of watching my garden grow with flowers and vegetables. I have a houseplant obsession too, and am the proud owner of over 20 happy houseplants.