Activity description :
Would you like to learn hand embroidery, but don't have the necessary know-how? Come and learn from Soline in her beautiful workshop in Villandry, in the heart of the Loire castles! She passes on the skills she learned in Parisian embroidery schools and workshops.
Course of the workshop (2h) :
- Setting up the embroidery loom: you'll learn how to prepare your work space by setting up your embroidery loom, the fundamental tool for creating your creations.
- Working with both hands: embroidery is an art that requires the skill of both hands. You'll discover how to coordinate your gestures to create enchanting designs.
- Transferring a design onto fabric: Learn how to transfer a design onto the fabric of your choice, a crucial step in getting your embroidery started.
- Following a technical sheet: You'll be guided through a detailed, step-by-step technical sheet to make sure you follow the different phases of the project.
- Learn common stitches: explore the basic and most common stitches used in embroidery. You'll have the opportunity to practice these stitches to bring your creations to life.
Come and explore your artistic talent, and leave with the knowledge you need to continue your journey into the wonderful world of needlework.
Location
Address:
15 rue de la mairie, 37510 Villandry
How to get there :
- Car: access via the D7
- Bus: access via bus line 32
