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Hand & Lock School: Tambour Beading Basics Taster Course

Intro to Tambour Online Taster

Name: Intro to Tambour Online Taster
Brand: Hand & Lock School
SKU: SCHONTA
Price: 25.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

By Hand & Lock School

£25.00

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Date and Time

7th May (2-5pm) 7th May (6-9pm) 12th June (2-5pm) 12th June (6-9pm) 18th September (2-5pm) 18th September (6-9pm)

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Description
Techniques & Breakdown
What You Will Need
Important Information

Description

Location: This course is delivered via Zoom & WhatsApp. Please click here for guides to using Zoom & WhatsApp

Duration: 3 Hour Workshop

PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO KIT WITH THIS COURSE, PLEASE USE THE KIT LIST TO SOURCE YOUR MATERIALS

This playful taster class is the perfect introduction to Tambour beading for beginners or anyone looking to build confidence with a Tambour hook. With guidance from our expert tutors, you’ll learn how to work with a tambour hook to apply beads smoothly and efficiently onto fabric. You’ll be shown how to use the tool to create lines in all directions as well as different ways to apply beads and sequins . All techniques are demonstrated live, with tutors on hand to offer personalised support as you get to grips with the embroidery technique.

Techniques & Breakdown

In this technique-focused session, you will learn how to use a tambour hook to apply beads and sequins with speed, accuracy, and control. Starting with the basics of setting up your fabric and hook, you’ll be guided through a range of tambour techniques, including continuous beading, individual bead placement, and securing sequins. Each technique is demonstrated step by step, with expert guidance available throughout to support your learning.

What You Will Need

Materials:

Silk Organza base fabric

Fil a Gant thread of your choice

Strung beads

Strung Sequins

Tools:

Embroidery hoop

Tambour hook size 70

Embroidery Scissors

Embroidery Needles size 10 & 12

After purchasing you will be sent a detailed kit list with links to recommended stores. If you are struggling to source any of the materials required for this course, please drop us an email to school@handembroidery.com.

Important Information

- Check your email address is correct before ordering.

- Please read all of the course description information above and the 'how the course works' information below before booking.

- 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 .

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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 2 weeks to 3 days before the course start date.

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

Teaching Style

Hand & Lock’s embroidery courses are known for their welcoming, student focused atmosphere where students of all levels quickly feel part of the Hand & Lock community. With small class sizes and tutors who are attentive and personable, everyone receives the guidance and encouragement they need to reach their creative goals. Our teaching style is approachable and down to earth and we go out of our way to share knowledge while celebrating each student’s progress. What makes the School so special is the community that grows around it, supportive, creative and often leading to friendships that last well beyond the classroom. The friendships and support that grow here are often just as valuable as the skills you learn.