{"title":"Classes","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"silk-shading-harvest-mouse-class","title":"17th Oct Introduction To Embroidery - Flowercup - Wells, Somerset","description":"\u003ch4\u003eLocation: Heritage Courtyard Gallery And Studios, Wells, Somerset\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDate: 17th October 2026\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHand Embroidery Flowercup Workshop, £65 per person\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend a creative day with expert hand embroiderer Helen Richman at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the stunning historic city of Wells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a complete beginner at embroidery or just a bit ‘rusty’ this is a great place to start.  Taught in a small, informal group this class will introduce you to a range of stitches and techniques to create the beautiful set design ‘Flowercup’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will learn and practise using stranded cottons, crewel wool and gilt Japanese metal thread to create stem stitch, fly stitch, chain stitch, detached chain stitch, split stitch, satin stitch, trellis stitch, whipped wheels, French knots and couching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelen will provide a kit of all fabrics, threads and needles required for the day with the design already printed onto fabric. You will also get a detailed instruction booklet with notes and progress photos to keep as reference after your day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelen lives in Bruton, Somerset with her husband, daughter and spaniel. She completed a three year apprenticeship at the Royal School Of Needlework in 2009 and since then has been regularly teaching at the school as well as running her own business The Bluebird Embroidery Company. Helen teaches embroidery classes across the UK and internationally, creates bespoke pieces of textile artwork and commissions and has designed a wide range of embroidery kits which will be available to purchase on the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost: £65 per person\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: 17th October 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocation: Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, 6 Heritage Courtyard, Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2RR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat to bring: You will be able to borrow all equipment needed for the workshop from Helen on the day including ring frames, embroidery scissors and magnifiers but please feel free to bring your own if you wish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight refreshments will be available throughout the day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrive: from 9:40am for a 10am start. Grab a drink on the way or help yourself to something when you get to the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (you are welcome to bring your own lunch or explore the many cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkshop End: 4:00 pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter you have booked your place you will receive an email with all class details, location of nearby carparks and any other important information. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Bluebird Embroidery Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56282876019067,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/6009\/files\/IMG_6853_e52c1951-779e-411c-bee2-26a14e819ff9.jpg?v=1780923247"},{"product_id":"metal-thread-hand-embroidery-tawny-owl-feather-wells-somerset","title":"17th Nov Metal Thread Hand Embroidery - Tawny Owl Feather - Wells, Somerset","description":"\u003ch4\u003eLocation: Heritage Courtyard Gallery And Studios, Wells, Somerset\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDate: 17th November 2026\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMetal Thread Hand Embroidery Workshop, £65 per person\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend a creative day with expert hand embroiderer Helen Richman at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the stunning historic city of Wells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to stitch with a range of metal hand embroidery threads and how to combine them with decorative surface stitching to create this beautifully detailed Tawny Owl Feather. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for all abilities from beginners to those with some creative experience, this elegant design will introduce you to metal thread techniques including couching, decorative couching and chipping working with a range of gilt metal threads including Japanese Thread, Pearl Purl and Bright Check. The decorative embroidery stitches in tones of tawny brown stranded cotton include long and short stitch and fly stitch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelen will provide a kit of all fabrics, threads and needles required for the day with the design already printed onto fabric. You will also get a detailed instruction booklet with notes and progress photos to keep as reference after your day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelen lives in Bruton, Somerset with her husband, daughter and spaniel. She completed a three year apprenticeship at the Royal School Of Needlework in 2009 and since then has been regularly teaching at the school as well as running her own business The Bluebird Embroidery Company. Helen teaches embroidery classes across the UK and internationally, creates bespoke pieces of textile artwork and commissions and has designed a wide range of embroidery kits which will be available to purchase on the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost: £65 per person\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: 17th November 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocation: Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, 6 Heritage Courtyard, Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2RR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat to bring: You will be able to borrow all equipment needed for the workshop from Helen on the day including ring frames, embroidery scissors and magnifiers but please feel free to bring your own if you wish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight refreshments will be available throughout the day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrive: from 9:40am for a 10am start. Grab a drink on the way or help yourself to something when you get to the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (you are welcome to bring your own lunch or explore the many cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkshop End: 4:00 pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter you have booked your place you will receive an email with all class details, location of nearby car parks and any other important information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Bluebird Embroidery Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56284628189563,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/6009\/files\/HelenRichmanTawnyOwl.jpg?v=1780926699"},{"product_id":"silk-shading-harvest-mouse-royal-school-of-needlework-hampton-court-palace","title":"3rd Oct Silk Shading Harvest Mouse - Royal School Of Needlework, Hampton Court Palace","description":"\u003ch3\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/royal-needlework.org.uk\/product\/hcp26090-silk-shading-harvest-mouse\/\" title=\"harvest mouse RSN\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to book your place through the Royal School Of Needlework. \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLocation: Royal School Of Needlework, Hampton Court Palace, Surrey, KT8 9AU\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDate: 3rd October 2026\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSilk Shading Harvest Mouse Workshop, £125 per person\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend a creative day with expert hand embroiderer Helen Richman at the Royal School Of Needlework learning how to stitch this charming Harvest Mouse design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften referred to as painting with a needle, silk shading is a beautiful hand embroidery technique which can be used to create stunning designs which have an almost photographic quality. It is achieved using a variety of long and short straight stitches and colour blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one-day course will set you up with the basic skills of silk shading; replicating the texture of fur with stitch, blending colours and shading, how to work split stitch, satin stitch and long and short stitch, where on a design each of these should be used, and planning your order of work. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class is suitable for all abilities, whether you have done silk shading embroidery before or not, Helen will guide you through the project step by step, first demonstrating each technique before you have a go on your own piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelen will provide a kit of all fabrics, threads and needles required for the day with the design already printed onto fabric. You will also get a detailed instruction booklet with notes and progress photos to keep as reference after your day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaught in a small informal group, expect a day of fun and inspiration! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/royal-needlework.org.uk\/product\/hcp26090-silk-shading-harvest-mouse\/\" title=\"harvest mouse RSN\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to book your place through the Royal School Of Needlework. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Bluebird Embroidery Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56289791639931,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/6009\/files\/671C1418-C5D5-42B0-8DEF-814EDC9E891B.png?v=1781200618"},{"product_id":"silk-shading-hedgehog-royal-school-of-needlework-hampton-court-palace","title":"14th Nov Silk Shading Hedgehog - Royal School Of Needlework, Hampton Court Palace","description":"\u003ch3\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/royal-needlework.org.uk\/product\/hcp26091-silk-shading-hedgehog\/\" title=\"hedgehog RSN\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to book your place through the Royal School Of Needlework. \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLocation: Royal School Of Needlework, Hampton Court Palace, Surrey, KT8 9AU\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDate: 14th November 2026\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSilk Shading Hedgehog Workshop, £125 per person\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend a creative day with expert hand embroiderer Helen Richman at the Royal School Of Needlework learning how to stitch this charming Harvest Mouse design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften referred to as painting with a needle, silk shading is a beautiful hand embroidery technique which can be used to create stunning designs which have an almost photographic quality. It is achieved using a variety of long and short straight stitches and colour blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one-day course will set you up with the basic skills of silk shading; replicating the texture of fur and spines with stitch, blending colours and shading, how to work split stitch, satin stitch and long and short stitch, where on a design each of these should be used, and planning your order of work. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class is suitable for all abilities, whether you have done silk shading embroidery before or not, Helen will guide you through the project step by step, first demonstrating each technique before you have a go on your own piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelen will provide a kit of all fabrics, threads and needles required for the day with the design already printed onto fabric. You will also get a detailed instruction booklet with notes and progress photos to keep as reference after your day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaught in a small informal group, expect a day of fun and inspiration! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/royal-needlework.org.uk\/product\/hcp26091-silk-shading-hedgehog\/\" title=\"hedgehog RSN\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to book your place through the Royal School Of Needlework. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Bluebird Embroidery Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56290548973947,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/6009\/files\/78D69332-81D0-4FA0-BAA4-B8F527C808E6.png?v=1781200153"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/6009\/collections\/swan.jpg?v=1780922437","url":"https:\/\/www.bluebirdembroidery.co.uk\/collections\/classes.oembed","provider":"The Bluebird Embroidery Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}