Mindful Embroidery Mini Hoop Pendant Workshop

Let me introduce Jules craft@25’s guest maker for this two hour workshop. Jules Mayouf is an expert textile maker, tutor, and author who creates modern, upcycled designs combining quilting, mixed media, and hand-stitching. A frequent TV guest designer and craft show demonstrator, she teaches all skill levels and is currently writing a book on textile-fusion bag-making. Slow down, settle in, and enjoy a beautifully mindful hand embroidery session with Jules. In this relaxed workshop, you’ll create your very own embroidered pendant a tiny piece of wearable art that’s as calming to stitch as it is lovely to wear.

Jules has designed a charming selection of motifs for you to choose from, and she’ll guide you through tracing your design before you ease into a peaceful stitching rhythm. You’ll learn three essential beginner stitches running stitch, back stitch and lazy daisy and once you’re feeling confident, Jules will introduce you to more decorative favourites such as French knots, satin stitch and chain stitch to bring your motif to life.

When your embroidery is complete, Jules will show you how to construct your pendant using simple hotglue and fabricglue techniques. Be warned: these mini hoops are addictive, and they make perfect gifts.

Your workshop kit includes a pendant frame, fabric and embroidery floss everything you need to get started. You’ll also take home a bonus project to create a pair of embroidered earrings in unique designs, complete with full written instructions. All you’ll need at home is glue.

Basic handsewing skills are helpful, and if you use reading glasses, please bring them along.

All materials included plus refreshments and snacks.