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Hand & Lock School: Snowflake Hand Embroidery Taster Course

SOLD OUT Sparkling Snowflakes Taster

Name: SOLD OUT Sparkling Snowflakes Taster
Brand: Hand & Lock School
SKU: SCHIPTSS
Price: 65.0 GBP
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By Hand & Lock School

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Date and Time

November 14th 2025 (2-5pm)

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Description

Location: 86 Margaret Street, London W1W 8TE

Duration: 3 hours

Goldwork embroidery is a luxurious and captivating craft that uses metallic threads, such as imitation gold, to create intricate, light-catching designs. When combined with the delicate art of beading, it opens up endless possibilities for creating dazzling and textured embellishments. Hand & Lock's Sparkling Snowflakes course offers a perfect introduction to these techniques, guiding participants through the creation of three stunning snowflake designs that shimmer and sparkle with metallic threads and beads. In this three-hour session, you’ll explore a variety of goldwork and beading techniques, including how to handle metallic threads, layer textures, and apply beads for added dimension and brilliance. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your embroidery repertoire, this course provides hands-on experience and expert guidance, allowing you to create intricate designs that capture the enchantment of winter and the timeless beauty of hand embroidery.

Techniques & Breakdown

This exciting taster class offers a new and contemporary outlook into Goldwork and Beading Techniques. Our expert tutors will guide you through fundamental skills, including threading a needle, applying Pearl Purl and how to attach Plate in a fun and inventive way. As well as learning how to combine these techniques with beads(with tips and tricks from our tutors). Delve into the diverse characteristics of these once traditional techniques followed by immersive instruction on their use, allowing you to bring to life an exquisite design that showcases your new found skill.

Important Information

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- Please read all of the 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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Hand & Lock School - In Person Tambour Embroidery Course

How the Course Works

All in person courses are delivered in our embroidery school, located at Hand & Lock, 86 Margaret Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1W 8TE. The school is situated upstairs from our studio and is easily accessible by public transport.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes early to the class - if you are earlier there are lots of great coffee shops nearby. If you are running late please let us know as soon as possible.

Lunch is not included and the school room will be locked for a one-hour break, with the timing set by the tutor. We also have a list of local places to grab lunch, and there are lots of lovely venues nearby.

Accessibility

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

Materials

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

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.