Introduction to Thread Painting Embroidery with Tamsin Lines

About this course

This small-group workshop introduces thread painting, also known as silk shading, a traditional embroidery technique associated with fine, lifelike detail. Through guided exercises, participants practise blending three tonal shades to form soft, painterly petals and develop control of the stitches used to build the design. The session is structured around making a coaster, allowing learners to apply the technique in a complete piece. It is presented as an introduction for people at any level, including those new to embroidery.

What you'll learn

• Blend three tonal shades to create soft, graduated colour effects
• Apply thread painting, or silk shading, to embroidered petals
• Use traditional hand embroidery techniques to complete a coaster design

Is this course right for you?

The workshop is open to all levels and explicitly welcomes people with no previous embroidery experience. It suits learners looking for an introductory, guided session in traditional hand embroidery, with practical work focused on developing a complete thread-painted design.

• Suitable for people with no previous embroidery experience
• Limited to a maximum of eight participants

Before you go

• All materials are provided, including six-strand cotton in a range of colours and washed linen.
• Participants can take home their finished coaster.