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Goldwork Turtle Goldwork Hand Embroidery Course

Goldwork Turtle

Name: Goldwork Turtle
Brand: Hand & Lock School
SKU: SCHONLGOT
Price: 310.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

By Hand & Lock School

£310.00

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Date and Time

September 23rd - October 28th 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

Embark on a six-week journey delving into the art of metal thread embroidery as you create a 3D goldwork turtle with a sculptural shell. Featuring hues of sea green, teal and turtle shell, this beautiful new design will take you to the depths of the ocean through metal wire work. Under expert guidance, master the methods of design transfer, padding and sculptural metal thread work to elevate your embroidery into a three-dimensional piece. Explore light and shadow as you craft lifelike textures and contours on the turtle's shell using varying textures of bullion wires. Immerse yourself in this relaxed and friendly course whilst refining your skills and creating a stunning, lifelike Goldwork Turtle. Our courses are designed to provide expert tuition while simultaneously being fun and allowing students to connect with likeminded stitchers from across the world.

Techniques & Breakdown

In this course you will be guided through the process of creating your Goldwork Turtle from beginning to end. You will learn how to sculpt the body of the turtle using two padding techniques (felt padding and carpet felt padding). You will learn couture Goldwork Embroidery techniques exploring bullions, purls, bright checks and more to create the texture on your turtle shell. You will also learn the art of applique, using fabrics to create depth and dimension within your piece. This piece will be constructed on two separate pieces of fabric (provided) and then stitched together to form your turtle.

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.