Workshops and Classes may be changed and need to be checked nearer the time.
The Sewing Shed – Ilkley
Tuesday 12.30 – 2.30 Hand Embroidery –Starting in September
All abilities welcome
In these classes we will learn new skills, relax and chat while working through one of my projects in a safe and friendly environment. Please contact me if you would like to know more or check out The Sewing Shed. .https://www.thesewingshed.co.uk/
Duttons for Buttons Heritage Workshops 10am-4pm York
Wed Oct 7th Strippy quilts –Stitching a Weardale chain mat
Wed Oct 21st Liberty Florals-Hand embroidered card
Wed Nov 4th Arts and Crafts canvas work –Bird or flower design
Wed Nov 25th Bronte NeedleRoll
Wed Dec 9th Shisha mirror work –Festive star decoration
To book workshops please contact:https://www.duttonsforbuttons.co.uk/workshops/
Embroideries Guild
Oct 3rd York Talk ‘Textiles around the world’
Nov 7th Manchester Indian Shisha workshop
Nov 13th Blackpool Costa Rican Icons workshop
March 22nd Scunthorpe Peruvian stitches
April 3rd Cleveland Talk Textiles from my Travels
April 17th Merseyside Costa Rican Icons workshop
2021
Embroiderers’ Guild
N. W. Summer School weekend 25th-27th June Indian Stitch work
Quilters Guild Region 15W weekend
Talk ‘Textiles from my Travels ’
Durham Pennies workshop
Date to be decided.
“Helen created a warm relaxed atmosphere in which to hand embroider our own needle rolls based on Charlotte Brontes’ darning roll.“
“Using rag paper, collage and stitch I made a composition I am proud of . Thank you Helen“
“A very enjoyable afternoon learning a new technique.“
“Great workshop. Beautiful ideas and well explained how to do the mirror work“
“The time flew by and I left feeling calm and relaxed.“
“She had provided everything we needed and was encouraging as we went through the day.“
“Feeling very inspired to do more hand embroidery after your workshop. thank you for sharing your skills, knowhow and creativity.“
“A very informative talk and enjoyable workshop with Helen Barnes “