Events

Details: JEAN FLETCHER BOOK PURCHASE The late Jean Fletcher became a very active member of the EGV in the 1980's and 1990's and was entranced by Stump-work, becoming an artist, tutor and author. There are 3 books which have components of the lovely cabinet that is on Display at Embroidery House. These books are now available for purchase.  Read More...

Details: Our busy Historical Tools Sub Committee have refreshed the Cabinet in the Gallery with many new (or is it old?) items complete with a description card.  Read More...

Details: SS4 - VIBRANT BUGS WORKSHOP In this workshop you will take inspiration from the amazing shapes and gorgeous colours of the insect world to create beautiful 3D textile bugs. A combination of machine and hand embroidery techniques will be used along with a variety of fabrics and embellishments to create your own gorgeous bugs. Date: Sat 6/1/24 & Sun 7/1/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Sue Senewiratne Skill Level: All levels - see note re sewing machine knowledge  Read More...

Details: ST5 - LET'S KEEP STITCHING... & LEARN SOME MORE! Now that we have mastered the basics let’s stitch some more! In this class we will build on our skills - learning more embroidery stitches to add to our repertoire. Some of these stitches are variations of the basic embroidery stitches, and some are completely new stitches. Date: Mon 8/1/24 & Mon 22/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Sheryl Turton Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: DB14 - AEMILIA ARS This class introduces the Aemilia Ars needle lace technique. It is suitable for beginners of needle lace as well as anyone who has participated in learning different needle lace techniques ie Edgings, Reticella. Date: Tues 9/1/24 & Tues 23/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Denise Bell Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate  Read More...

Details: MR2 STEAMPUNK PECCADILLO You choose; Myrtle the Turtle, Sally the Saxophone, and/or Kitty the Caterpillar. Each kit will include your chosen character fused to background fabric, plus all the tricky stuff you need to complete it. You will be encouraged to have fun with your own ideas and make your character a true individual. Date: Tues 9/1/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Mary Robbie Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: MH11 - Hessian Flower Spend a fun evening creating flowers on hessian. It’s a great class for beginners or advanced stitchers. You can use your finished piece to create a footstool, cushion or tote bag Date: Tues 9/1/24 Time: 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm Tutor: Melanie Hill Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: SF24 - 'THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM' This class is all about having fun, experimenting with stitches and letting your imagination run free while “colouring in” the elephant in your choice of colours. The emphasis will be on playing with different stitches and textures, rather than just relying on the ‘same old’ everyday basic stitches. Dates: Wed 10/1/24 & Thurs 11/1/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Sue Fox Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: BT8 - PAINTING A BACKGROUND & DESIGNING YOUR OWN EMBROIDERY Be inspired by how to paint a background on fabric. Learn the type of fabric to choose and how to make it colour fast. Learn basic art principles and construct a design. Finally embroider and embellish your design on your painted background. Date: Fri 12/1/24 & Fri 19/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Bev Tully Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: KG17 - ZIPPY POUCHES A lot of people are afraid of inserting zippers into bags, or pouches. There is no need to be. This class is designed to show you how easy it can be. There are no patterns involved in the process and how to make them in different sizes will be explained. Date: Fri 12/1/24 & Sun 21/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Kerry Gadd Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: ST6 - PATCHWORK BASICS Come and get started right at the very beginning! In this class you will learn all the tips and techniques to get you started on your patchwork journey. Date: Sat 13/1/24 & Sat 20/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Sheryl Turton Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: SvR9 - MOUNTMELLICK EMBROIDERY Mountmellick embroidery is a distinctive form of white-on-white embroidery originating from the town of Mountmellick in Ireland during the mid-19th century. This technique involves creating textured and raised designs on fabric using thick cotton threads. Date: Sun 14/1/24 & Sun 28/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Salli van Rensburg Skill Level: Intermediate  Read More...

Details: RJ1 - MACHINE EMBROIDERY WITH METAL FOILS Learn how to add a new element to your machine embroidery. Stitching into metals is easier than you may think. Will not damage your machines. Date: Mon 15/1/24 & Tues 16/1/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Rhonda Justus Skill Level: Basic Free Machinery Ability  Read More...

Details: MH12 - VINTAGE FLOWER Spend a summer evening creating a fun stitched piece. Yo-yos buttons and doilies pieces will be sewn to create a vase of flower. Date: Tues 16/1/24 Time: 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm Tutor: Melanie Hill Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: GS23 - YOU CAN SMOCK This fun class is suitable for beginner stitchers who want to pack a punch without spending hours and hours with a needle and thread in hand. This class will allow you to select from a number of patterns and observe a demonstration of all of them, allowing you to continue experimenting after the class ends. Date: Wed 17/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Georgia Skelton Skill Level: Beginner/All Levels  Read More...

Details: SD15 CHINESE INDIGO SAMPLER Chinese Indigo Work used indigo-dyed cotton thread on white fabric, worked in fine Cross-Stitch or Double-Running Stitch (Blackwork style), to decorate clothing and household goods for everyday use. Date: Thurs 18/1/24 & Thurs 25/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Susan Davis Skill Level: some experience of counted thread work  Read More...

Details: HC10 - INTRODUCTION TO CASALGUIDI This is modern interpretation of a classic Casalguidi motif including flowers, stems and leaves on a square stitch background.  This small project will introduce you to some of the stitches including antique hem stitch, square stitch, shoots, leaves and stems Date: Sun 21/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Helen Crabb Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: RJ35 FABRIC BRACELET WITH BLING It’s school holiday time. Introduce the younger members of your family to the Guild. Bring them along to this beginner class to make a pretty fabric bracelet decorated with beautiful beads and sequins. This project is suitable for anyone over 10 years of age. All materials and equipment will be provided in a kit. Kit cost $12 Date: Tues 23/1/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Rhonda Justus Skill level: Beginner Beading  Read More...

Details: KM3 - HAMPERED BY CHECK In this class you will learn a variety of stitches to produce this unique Chicken Scratch design for the padded lid of a rectangular picnic basket. To accompany the basket there are two napkins which complement the design. Date: Wed 24/1/24 & Wed 31/1/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Kay Matthews Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: WF46 - BASIC SMOCKING AND BEYOND Stitches for all comers. This one day class will not only show you the wide range of basic smocking stitches but will also give you a host of hints and ideas for your smocking projects. Advanced stitches will simultaneously be demonstrated with their uses shown and discussed with more advanced students. There is something for every student. Date: Sat 27/1/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Wendy Findlay Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: MT18 ELIZABETHAN ANIMAL PANEL / ELIZABETHAN LION PANEL This workshop is aimed at teaching you the complexities of stitching animals and learning to shape them so they look three dimensional and life like using detached buttonhole stitch. Date: Sat 3/2/24 & Sun 4/2/24 Time: 9.00am for a 9.30 start - 4.00pm Tutor: Maree Talbot Skill Level: Intermediate - students have experience in detached buttonhole stitch  Read More...

Details: MT20 BUTTERFLY NEEDLECASE / BUTTERFLY PANEL The design features butterflies stitched in buttonhole stitch using Gumnut Yarn “stars” silks and gold on linen. The needlecase opens out to reveal small embroidered butterflies scattered over the inside of the needlecase and accessories, scissorkeep & pinwheel. Date: Wed 7/2/24 & Thurs 8/2/24 Time: 9.00am for a 9.30 start - 4.00pm Tutor: Maree Talbot Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: CS21 - IOLANTHE BRACELET Embark on a whimsical beading adventure with Catriona Starpins as she transports you to the enchanting world of Iolanthe, Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved operetta. Date: Sat 10/2/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Catriona Starpins Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: IP24 PAPER MARBLING WORKSHOP We commence with a demonstration guiding you through the centuries old technique of Italian Hand Marbled Paper. Like artisans in our Florentine Workshop you will explore the various colours, patterns and combing techniques in creating your own original masterpieces. Date: Sun 11/2/24 Time: 10.30am - 2.00pm Tutor: Il Papiro Skill Level:Beginner  Read More...

Details: MTw22 - FAB JEWELLERY This is a fun class using freeform machining on various fabrics. Learn how to incorporate luscious and hand printed fabrics, especially sparkling organza’s, with coloured and metallic machine threads to make bracelets, necklaces, brooches, earrings in your choice of colours. Date: Sat 17/2/24 & Sat 24/2/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Marilyn Townsend Skill Level:A familiar knowledge of freeform or freehand machining is needed  Read More...

Details: Forty and Fabulous! The Ballarat Branch of The Embroiderers Guild, Victoria celebrate their members' immense talents and creativity in this exhibition running over the Labour Day Weekend.  Read More...

Details: HC38 - INTRODUCTION TO CASALGUIDI This is modern interpretation of a classic Casalguidi motif including flowers, stems and leaves on a square stitch background.  This small project will introduce you to some of the stitches including antique hem stitch, square stitch, shoots, leaves and stems Date: Sat 16/3/24 Time: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tutor: Helen Crabb Skill Level: All Levels  Read More...

Details: ST30 - Let's Get Started and Stitch Are you all inspired to learn some basic embroidery stitches to get you moving on your stitching journey? In this two-day class you will learn many simple stitches from the various groups of stitches. Dates: Sun 17/3/24 & Sun 24/3/24 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm Tutor: Sheryl Turton Skill Level: Beginner  Read More...

Details: The Embroiderers Guild, Victoria Annual General Meeting 13 April 2024 and monthly General Meeting.  Read More...

Details: Join us for our huge Market sale at Embroidery House, Malvern. "Book" a table and sell your stash or take advantage of all the embroidery items for sale at great prices!  Read More...

Details: Exhibition of the very best in textile art from around Australia. Award winning and finalists' entries in the Australian Textile Art Award will be on display. Event organised by ArtWear Publications and hosted by The Embroiderers Guild, Victoria.  Read More...