Getting Started with Embroidery


A beginner embroidery course introducing traditional stitches, simple design-making and basic materials through in-class practice and feedback.
About this course
The course introduces embroidery through a selection of traditional stitches and opportunities to try different techniques. Learners apply these methods to create and embroider simple designs, developing an understanding of how basic stitches can be used in decorative work. Their work is assessed in class, with detailed tutor feedback provided by the tutor. The course provides an introduction to the subject for those considering embroidery as a hobby or future area of study.
What you'll learn
- Use a selection of basic embroidery materials.
- Apply between five and ten traditional embroidery stitches.
- Create and embroider simple designs.
Is this course right for you?
The course is explicitly suitable for absolute beginners, making it intended for learners without established embroidery experience. Participation involves trying several techniques, producing simple designs and having work assessed in class with detailed tutor feedback.
Before you go
- Course content includes a selection of basic embroidery materials.
Where this course runs
South Thames Colleges Group
Adult education at Merton, Kingston, Wandsworth, Tooting and Carshalton
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3 classes
Selected date
Tue 3 Nov 2026
09:30 – 12:00 • 5 weeks
£62.50
Merton College, Morden
Textiles team
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3 Nov 2026 Tuesdays | 09:30 - 12:00 | Short course5 weeks | TextilesTeacher | Merton CollegeLondon Road, Morden SM4 5QX | £62.50 | Book now |
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