Metal Thread Embroidery - Hastings Mackerel

Metal Thread Embroidery - one day workshop with embroidery artist Becky Hogg.

During this one day workshop learn how to make an elegant ‘Hastings Mackerel’ which can be turned into a brooch, a necklace, sew-on patch or a hanging decoration. It is embroidered in 3 Metalwork techniques, over 2 layers of craft felt for a raised effect.

This is the perfect project if you are new to this technique as it's manageable and compact. However, don't worry if you don't complete it in the lesson as you will be equipped with all the materials and an instruction booklet to complete at home.

Suitable for people with basic embroidery skills or for those looking to learn new metal thread embroidery skills.

What you'll learn
The Mackerel is stitched with silver plated and black metal threads, over a shimmery silk/metal organza in a variety of stitches including Couching, Or Nue (couching with a colour) and Cutwork, all traditional skills in this beautiful style of embroidery. The design has the addition of a metallic leather head and fin for maximum shine!

Once the embroidery is complete it can be cut out and backed with a pre cut metallic silver plywood, for jewellery or a decoration.

What you'll get
A boxed kit with all the threads, backing fabric, needles, small hoop and an illustrated instruction booklet.

What you'll need to bring
Embroidery scissors (if you have a pair, we'll also have spares in the studio)

Your tutor - Becky Hogg
Becky is an accomplished embroidery artist and experienced tutor with over 20 years as a professional hand embroiderer.  As a Royal College of Needle Work tutor and  professional embroidery artist her notable projects have included, embroidery for the Royal Opera House, lace appliqué for HRH Catherine, Princess of Wales' wedding dress, projects for Gilbert and George and Alexander McQueen as well as kits for the V & A Museum.

She now works freelance from her studio in Hastings creating embroidery kits which bring together her love of nature and metal thread embroidery. Becky also teaches online and in person classes. You can find out more about her on our meet the tutor blog post here.

Oops, can't make it? No worries!
Full refund with 14+ days notice. Last-minute change? - If the class is full we'll try to resell your spot, if we can then we will refund you/reschedule you. Read our Workshop FAQ's here.