Looking to offer something creative, hands-on and completely bespoke? Hand & Lock design and deliver custom embroidery workshops for institutions, organisations and brands. Whether you're planning a corporate away day, client experience or museum event, our workshops are built to inspire and connect. Sessions are designed for all levels and are always led by professional tutors. We provide everything you need and guide every stitch, whether you come to our central London studio or we come to you.
Explore our current range of external courses here.
Format Options
We offer embroidery workshops from 2.5 hours to full-week programmes. You can choose the format and we’ll do the rest.
Popular formats include:
- 2.5–3 hour taster sessions
- Half-day or full-day workshops
- Weekend or multi-day intensives
- Lecture and demonstration packages
- Drop-in sessions for public events or activations
Embroidery takes time. We keep all sessions a minimum of 2.5 hours to ensure everyone leaves with something meaningful – a stitched sample that shows their progress and achievement.
Our Clients
We’ve proudly worked with leading institutions, luxury brands and world-renowned museums including:
- National Gallery
- National Portrait Gallery
- V&A Museum
- Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
- Natural History Museum
- Estelle Manor
- Cartier
- London Craft Week
- Household Cavalry Museum
- and more...
We have written about some of our external course experiences in our School Threads posts here.
Why Work with Hand & Lock
With over 250 years of embroidery heritage, our team brings skill, style and substance to every workshop. Whether it’s a technical masterclass, creative inspiration session or large-scale public engagement, we make embroidery accessible and aspirational.
Expect:
- Expert guidance from professional embroidery tutors
- Fully customisable content and themes
- A balance of creativity and craftsmanship
- A memorable, hands-on experience that reflects your brand or brief
Plan Your Workshop
We’re now booking external and corporate workshops for Autumn 2025 and beyond.
To start planning, get in touch at school@handembroidery.com or use the contact form below.
Let us know:
- Your organisation or brand name
- Preferred date or timeframe
- Event location
- Type of audience (public, team, clients, etc.)
- Any ideas for themes, outcomes or formats
We will take care of the rest
Frequently Asked Questions About Hand & Lock External and Corporate Embroidery Workshops
Wondering how our bespoke embroidery workshops work for your business, museum or event? Below we’ve answered the most common questions about our tailored sessions, formats, locations and booking process. Whether you’re new to embroidery or looking for a creative team-building experience, find out why Hand & Lock is the trusted choice for organisations across the UK and internationally.
What types of external and corporate embroidery workshops does Hand & Lock offer?
We offer bespoke embroidery workshops ranging from 2.5-hour taster sessions to full-day, weekend or week-long intensives. Workshops can be tailored to team building, brand activations, museum programming or private training.
Can Hand & Lock deliver workshops at our own venue?
Yes, we offer flexible options including workshops held at our central London studio or delivered on-site at your venue anywhere in the UK. Our team brings all necessary materials and equipment.
What is the minimum duration for an embroidery workshop?
To ensure a meaningful and productive experience, all workshops have a minimum duration of 2.5 hours. This allows participants to complete a project or sample they can be proud of.
Who are Hand & Lock’s corporate and external clients?
We have worked with prestigious clients such as the National Gallery, V&A Museum, National Portrait Gallery, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Natural History Museum, Estelle Manor, Alexander McQueen and many more.
You can see our current range of external embroidery courses here.
Are the workshops suitable for beginners with no embroidery experience?
Absolutely. Our expert tutors tailor sessions to suit all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced stitchers. Everyone can take part and leave with a beautiful embroidered piece.
What kind of embroidery techniques can be covered in workshops?
We cover a wide range of techniques including hand embroidery, goldwork, beadwork, tambour beading, applique, stumpwork and more. Workshops can be customised to your brief.
Can workshops be customised to reflect our brand or event theme?
Yes, we work closely with you to design workshops that incorporate your brand colours, logos, motifs or event themes, creating a truly personalised experience.
How do we book a corporate or external workshop with Hand & Lock?
Please contact us at school@handembroidery.com with details about your organisation, preferred dates, audience type and event goals. We’ll then help plan a workshop tailored to your needs.
What size groups can Hand & Lock accommodate for external workshops?
We can accommodate a range of group sizes, from small teams to large public events. Contact us to discuss your numbers and we’ll advise on the best format.
Do you offer embroidery workshops internationally?
Yes, Hand & Lock deliver bespoke embroidery workshops internationally. Whether you want us to travel to your location or run virtual sessions, we can tailor experiences for global clients anywhere in the world.
Contact us
Please contact us via school@handembroidery.com to discuss your requirements
We look forward to hearing from you
