Couture Tambour Beading (Luneville Embroidery)

Location: 86 Margaret Street, London W1W 8TE

Duration: Taught over two day sessions 

Join us for our two-day Tambour Beading embroidery course to learn the exquisite French Haute Couture technique also known as Lunéville or crochet de Lunéville. In this immersive experience, you'll discover the art of attaching beads and sequins to fabric using a specialised hook, skillfully manipulating the threads on fabric which is stretched taut like a drum. Delve into the intricacies of this craft as our expert tutors guide you through the delicate process of embellishing the underside of the fabric with sequins, seed beads and bugle beads. This technique, integral to the world of Haute Couture embroidery, is hugely enjoyable and also provides remarkable speed in your beading endeavours once you've grasped its finesse. Unearth the secrets of high-fashion embroidery and unlock your creative potential in just two days.

You will learn how to use a Tambour Hook, Beauvais Stitch, Attaching Seed Beads, Attaching Sequins, Attaching Bugle Beads. You will take a beautiful beaded sampler with our Hand & Lock swirling design.

All of the materials you need for this class will be provided for you as part of your course experience. You are more than welcome to bring your own embroidery equipment if you would rather use your own materials but everything will be provided for you.

Location

You can find us at 86 Margaret Street, London W1W 8TE

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Accessibility

Our in person classes are taught in our school which is located upstairs in our studio. Unfortunately the building does not have lift access, so use of the stairs would be necessary.

Tutor Profiles

Our bespoke classes are taught by expert hand embroiderers who have worked in the couture industry for brands such as Alexander McQueen, Chanel, Dior, Valentino, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, YSL, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, Schiaparelli, Lanvin and Burberry to name a few. The classes will cover the basics, insider tips and practical application making sure students are fully equipped to go on and apply what they have learned to their own garments and develop their own unique styles. Our tutors are work embroiderers first and tutors second which means they are able to give you a unique insight into the magical world of couture hand embroidery. 

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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.

Testimonials 

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