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Botanical Embroidery

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Canterbury Horticultural Society
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Time to get Stitching!

Join textile artist Sawi Thorpe for a relaxed and inspiring 3-hour workshop exploring the timeless craft of hand embroidery.

  • Whether you're a total beginner or looking to refine your stitches, you'll learn foundational techniques, tips for working with colour and texture, and how to create beautiful designs - inspired by nature - by hand.

  • All materials are provided - come along to our November workshop (perfect inspiration for Christmas gifts) or cosy up at the Kiosk next June.

  • Just bring your curiosity and love for making!

Choose your Design

Every participant receives a comprehensive embroidery kit which includes:

  • Hand-printed linen fabric

  • Wooden beech embroidery hoop, 6” x 1

  • DMC embroidery thread

  • Embroidery needle x 2 (brand DMC)

  • Mini scissors x 1

  • Full-colour Beginner's Stitch Guide + color chart

  • Eco-friendly and sustainable fabric and hoop.

Choose from the following designs for your workshop experience:

Wildflowers | Pōhutukawa | Meadow garden

You will note we offer two ticket types: General Admission and CHS Member. A CHS Membership can save you up to 30% off workshops and courses AND provides great discounts at local retailers as well as FREE attendance at our Monthly Meeting, Garden Life.

To become a Member sign up on our website. Membership starts from as little as $30 per year.

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Canterbury Horticultural Society
Christchurch, New Zealand