About this Event
Workshop coming up!
Inspired by the New Zealand Portrait Gallery touring exhibition - Jo Torr: Self Portrait – The Shape of a Lineage currently showing at the house - Kate Sheppard House presents a very special afternoon workshop which promises to inspire and lead you through to the creation of a legacy piece of art for a special woman you honour.
Using beautiful reclaimed antique household linens, recycled fabric and lace, you will learn new and practical embroidery techniques, ideas and inspiration.
Workshop duration: 1.00pm - 5.00pm
Everything is included: reclaimed antique and household linens, embroidery threads, ribbons, beads, needles, hoops, needles, hoops, scissors and marking tools. You can also bring along your own textile keepsakes or haberdashery items that has personal meaning such as a vintage button from a grandmother's sewing box; a piece of lace from a much-loved garment; or a fragment of fabric that carries a story.
Afternoon tea: silver service tea or coffee with lemon iced Madeira cake
Limited to 10 guests - so be quick to book.
Cost: $55
All materials and afternoon tea included.
Event venue & nearby stays
Kate Sheppard House, 83 Clyde Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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