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Decorative Ornamental Lettering (8407669506307)

Decorative Ornamental Lettering

Name: Decorative Ornamental Lettering
Brand: Hand & Lock School
SKU: SCHONLDOL
Price: 310.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

By Hand & Lock School

£310.00

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Date and Time

August 28th - October 2nd 2025(2-4:30pm)

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Important Information

Description

Location: Via Zoom

Length of Each Session: 2.5 hours

Frequency of Session: One session per week for 6 weeks

Join us for our brand new Decorative Ornamental Lettering course, exploring metal thread work and illustrative personalisation. Exploring themes of bespoke metal and silk thread work, this course will teach you the skills required to design and create your own personalised decorative font. Dating back as far as the 2nd - 4th centuries, historiated initials (decorative large lettering) has been used to draw the reader's attention to aspects within larger pieces of script. You will be guided through the process of designing your own decorative letter with our tutors, inspired by your favourite text and will then finish your final piece in metal and silk threads.

Techniques & Breakdown

During this course you will be guided through the process of creating your own unique Goldwork Letter, choosing your design and recreating the gorgeous decor for your very own bookplate. During this course you will explore: design transfer, bullion work, Goldwork padding techniques and working with Goldwork threads and materials.

Materials & Kits

All of the materials for this course will be sent out to you. You will need a 10 inch seat frame or an equivalent embroidery frame or slate frame for this class. You will need to supply your own embroidery equipment (scissors, needle threaders, daylight lights etc) to suit your learning needs.

Important Information

- Check your shipping address and email are correct before ordering.

- Please read all of the the course description information above and the technical and shipping information below before booking your course.

- All courses are non refundable, if you cannot attend please let us know as soon as possible and we will try to move you to another course.

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External Embroidery Course with Kew Gardens - Daisy Teaching

How the Course Works

Technical Information

Our online courses are delivered via Zoom using a high-quality visualiser for close-up stitching. We record each session so you can catch up or revise later. You’ll also be added to a dedicated WhatsApp group, where students and tutors can connect, share photos, ask questions and cheer each other on.

See our guide to downloading Zoom and WhatsApp here

All courses are run on UK time, please check here for help converting to another time zone.

Shipping Information

All of the materials for your course will be shipped to you, unless otherwise stated in the product description.

UK Shipping - Parcels will be sent via Royal Mail Tracked 3 days before the course start date, at the latest.

International Shipping - Parcels are shipped via express courier 2 weeks before the course start date, at the latest. If you book in the 2 week window, we cannot guarantee on-time delivery.

Additional Items in Your Order - If you place an order that includes both your course and other shop items, these will all be shipped together with your kit. If you would like non-course items sooner, please place a separate order.

PO Boxes / Third Party Couriers - Please do not use PO Boxes or third-party courier addresses. Hand & Lock cannot be held responsible for delays, lost parcels or additional costs.

Please be sure to double check your shipping address and email

External Course with Kew Gardens - Lucy Martin teaching

Teaching Style

Hand & Lock’s embroidery courses are renowned for their welcoming, community-focused atmosphere, where students of all levels are embraced as part of the Hand & Lock family. With small class sizes and attentive, personable tutors, every student receives tailored guidance and encouragement to help them achieve their creative goals. The school fosters a supportive environment where camaraderie flourishes and lifelong friendships are often formed over a shared passion for embroidery. Students frequently remark on the approachable nature of the tutors, who go above and beyond to share their expertise while celebrating each individual's progress. Beyond technical instruction, Hand & Lock creates a space where creativity thrives and students leave not just with enhanced skills but with cherished memories of collaboration, inspiration and a true sense of belonging to an extraordinary community.