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Michelle Agnew Sculptural Goldwork Butterfly Embroidery Course

SOLD OUT Sculptural Goldwork Butterfly with Michelle Agnew

Name: SOLD OUT Sculptural Goldwork Butterfly with Michelle Agnew
Brand: Hand & Lock School
SKU: SCHGTONMAB
Price: 450.0 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

By Hand & Lock School

£450.00

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Date and Time

8th - 12th December 2025 (2-5pm)

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Description

Location: Online via Zoom

Duration: 5 Consecutive Days

Join us for our 5 day, online course focused on creating this sculptural goldwork butterfly. Based on the Papilio Canadensis, this class blends traditional goldwork and stumpwork techniques, offering a unique exploration of texture, movement, and depth. You’ll learn to harness the sculptural qualities of stumpwork (with a few twists) to bring to life the dynamic motion of this butterfly, using innovative techniques that make the wings rise and flutter off the fabric. As we explore the enchanting details of this insect, you'll gain expertise in crafting intricate textures with goldwork threads and three-dimensional effects and by the end of the course, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind embroidered butterfly.

Please Note: This is an intermediate course and we recommend having some goldwork experience. Stitching outside of class will be required. (Each day’s work must be completed in order to move onto the next steps)

Techniques & Breakdown

During this 5 day class you will learn a wide range of Goldwork techniques, starting with the soft string padding to create the 3D base for your butterflies body. You will then learn a range of metal thread embroidery techniques including applying Pearl Purl, cutwork and chipping. You will then learn how to complete your finished butterfly in the style of Michelle Agnew.

Materials

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.

- If you have any questions please check our FAQ's page here.

Tutor Profile

Michelle Agnew is a Canadian artist based in Toronto, specializing in sculptural goldwork embroidery. Her journey into this unique art form took her to England in 2022, where she studied the Royal School of Needlework's certificate and diploma programs. Since then, she has worked full-time as an embroidery artist.

Agnew blends traditional goldwork with contemporary techniques, reimagining embroidery as a three-dimensional art form. Her work draws inspiration from nature, architecture, and the historical traditions of embroidery. By combining these elements, she creates pieces that are both visually striking and conceptually engaging.

Her work has attracted attention from notable clients such as Max & Co., Saks Fifth Avenue, and Merrell. Currently, Agnew is collaborating on several new projects with design firms worldwide, pushing the boundaries of the craft and exploring fresh artistic directions. Her work pays tribute to the rich history of embroidery while constantly finding ways to expand its possibilities.

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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.