Intro to Blackwork Embroidery Workshop
A fun one day workshop with Amy Burt, perfect for those wanting to try out hand embroidery!
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Service Description
Intro to Blackwork Embroidery: Beginners Workshop Curious about blackwork embroidery & want to try it in a single day? This beginner friendly workshop taught by embroidery tutor Amy Burt introduces you to the core techniques of blackwork, a counted thread style known for its crisp lines, repeating patterns & geometric fills. Blackwork is sometimes also known as Spanish work. It became fashionable in England during the Tudor period, influenced by Spanish textiles & popularised through Catherine of Aragon’s Spanish court. Traditionally stitched in black thread on white linen, blackwork was first used to decorate clothing & household textiles, & has since evolved into a rich embroidery style with endless pattern possibilities. Over the day, you will learn how to work to create neat & even stitches, build patterns using classic motifs & fills. You will be taught a selection of classic blackwork stitches, all worked using DMC stranded cotton on white counted linen thread. Stitches learnt include hexagonal lozenge, tulip stitch, & open zig zag, as well as chain stitch & stem stitch. You will work on a guided design to practise each technique, & learn how to start & finish cleanly so your stitching looks polished. Each technique will be demonstrated & practised, with plenty of time to get comfortable with the method. By the end of the day, you will have a finished sample to take home & the skills to continue blackwork embroidery in your own projects. This workshop is designed for beginners, so no experience is necessary. All materials & tools are provided, including your embroidery hoop, fabric, threads, needles & pattern. All material costs are included in the fee. Amy is a professional hand embroidery artist & trained Royal School of Needlework tutor. She has been teaching for over 10 years & worked as a haute couture embroiderer for McQueen, Erdem, & Ralph & Russo. She contributed embroidery to King Charles III’s Coronation & has exhibited at the Royal Academy of Arts. www.ladybembroidery.co.uk Date: Saturday 9 May 2026 Time: 10:30am to 4:30pm Location: Bus Stop Studios, 53 London Road, St Leonards on Sea, TN37 6AY Price: £70 standard / £55 reduced low income rate We offer a reduced rate for those on low incomes. If you are able to pay the standard fee, this helps support our tutors & makes classes more accessible to everyone. Please check our T&Cs before booking
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Terms & Conditions for Class Bookings Please note: Most of our classes are designed for adults. If you're unsure whether a class is suitable for you or someone you're booking for, please get in touch before booking. Bookings & Payments • You can book places on our classes, workshops and events via our website or in person at Bus Stop Studios, 53 London Road, St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex TN37 6AY. • All bookings are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your place. • You will receive a booking confirmation by email once your payment has been processed. Materials • Materials and tools vary depending on the class. Please refer to the individual course description for details. Feel free to contact us with any questions in advance. Cancellations & Changes • Bookings are non-refundable. • Due to our small class sizes, it is usually not possible to transfer bookings to another date. • If you notify us at least 14 days in advance, we may be able to offer a transfer or credit note, subject to availability. • If you contact us 7 days before the class, we may be able to offer an alternative date, but this is not guaranteed. The more notice you give, the better chance we can help. • If you cannot attend, you may send someone else in your place. Please inform us of their name before the class. Cancellations by Us • In the rare case that we need to cancel a class, workshop or event, you will receive a full refund. • Our liability is limited to the cost of the class only. We are not responsible for any additional costs such as travel, accommodation, or pre-purchased materials. Insurance & Professional Standards • Bus Stop Studios is fully insured for all classes and workshops. • All of our tutors carry their own Public Liability Insurance (PLI) and are experienced professionals in their field. Copyright & Use of Materials • All course content—including instruction sheets, handouts, photography and designs—are for personal use only. They may not be copied, distributed, or used for teaching or other commercial purposes without prior written permission.
Contact Details
Bus Stop Studios, 53 London Road, Saint Leonards-on-sea, UK
01424 259390
hello@busstopstudios.com