I am..’ blackwork embroidery bookmark workshop
About this Event
Join artist Charlotte Hollis in this exploration in historic blackwork embroidery and self-description. In this 2-hour workshop, you will reflect on how to describe yourself in one word to finish the sentence ‘I am..’. You’ll then stitch an Elizabethan blackwork pattern that calls to you to complete your bookmark. Just bring yourself as you’ll leave the workshop with all the materials and knowledge you need to finish your piece at home.
A relaxed evening session where everyone is welcome, needle novices and embroidery experts alike. Based on Charlotte’s large blackwork and reflection piece called ‘The Lady Ratcliffe Project’, you will be encouraged to think positively about yourself; choosing a word from a bank of patterns, or asking Charlotte to pattern a word of your choice. You’ll then choose an extant historic blackwork pattern and reflect on your ‘I am..’ sentence through the meditative rhythm of blackwork. Charlotte will provide you with the materials, patterns and gentle encouragement needed to create your piece.
This workshop is for adults. (14 plus welcome with an adult)
If you can no longer attend please let us know as places are limted and we can offer your space to someone else.
About the artist
Charlotte Hollis is a neurodivergent textile artist, exploring historic embroidery techniques through modern materials, imagery and sensibilities. She will give a brief introduction of blackwork, its historic uses and its place in her work, before guiding you through the practice.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 0.00 to GBP 12.00
