Monday 9 November 2026 online talk Julia Triston – Contemporary Embroidery
Discover the many varieties of appliqué with Julia Triston, from traditional techniques such as Broderie Perse and Mola work to bold, contemporary and sculptural approaches. Julia will share inspiring work from her second book ‘Contemporary Applique’ and current practice showing how we can reuse, upcycle and experiment with fabrics.
Monday 14 December 2026 online talk – Dr Lynn Hulse –Reviving the Art of Embroidery: Lady Victoria Welby and the Founding of the Royal School of Needlework
Lynn Hulse delves into the fascinating early history of the Royal School of Needlework and its remarkable founder, Lady Victoria Welby. Discover how, in 1872, Welby set out to rescue embroidery from its Victorian decline, restore it to the status of a fine decorative art, and create opportunities for women in difficult circumstances. From its early success in Britain to its groundbreaking appearance at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition, Lynn reveals the story behind the School’s rise to international fame.
https://www.ornamentalembroidery.com
January 2027 – no meeting
Monday 8 February 2027 – online talk Mia Hansson – Mia’s Bayeux Tapestry Story
A behind-the-scenes talk about Mia’s full-scale Bayeux Tapestry replica project, which started in July 2016. The talk covers the handicraft aspect of the project, from material and image transfer to stitches, tips & tricks and discoveries made along the way.
ww.miasbayeuxstyleart.uk/
Monday 8 March 2027 – online talk
Stephanie Smart – Behind the Scenes at The House of Embroidered Paper and the making of the Regency Wardrobe
Stephanie Smart creates extraordinary life-sized garments entirely from paper and thread, combining free-machine embroidery, hand-stitching, drawing and applied decoration. Inspired by historical fashion, social history and personal stories, her work is both beautiful and technically ambitious. In this fascinating talk, Stephanie will introduce her unique practice and The House of Embroidered Paper, sharing highlights from her acclaimed Regency Wardrobe collection and the stories behind the pieces. She will also reveal a glimpse of her exciting new collection, being created with Historic Royal Palaces for exhibition in 2027.
https://www.stephaniesmart.net
Monday 12th April 2027 Tylers Green Village Hall – Three Dimensional Birds
We will be making beautiful birds from felt following patterns from the book “Folk Embroidered Felt Birds’ by Corinne Lapierre.
Kits will be provided to make these delightful birds which can be embroidered in your own style but we will be exploring notably Chain Stitch under guidance from Janet Edmonds.
Monday 10th May 2027 Tylers Green Village Hall – Needle Felting
Join our former CETG Chair, Pirkko Soundy, for a creative introduction to the fascinating world of needle felting. Learn how to build up colour, texture and imagery using wool fibres and a felting needle, creating your own unique design to take home as a coaster or small picture. All materials are provided — just bring your imagination and have fun experimenting!
Monday 14th June 2027 Tylers Green Village Hall Stitching on Paper
We will be looking at the creative possibilities of hand stitching on paper. Beautiful results can be had using simple stitches but we will be experimenting with the versatile Herringbone stitch, playing with colour, scale, direction and texture to create striking designs. This will be a
fun, experimental evening for stitchers of all abilities.
Monday 12th July 2027 Tylers Green Village Hall – Christmas in July!
Get ready for a fun, creative evening as we team up once again to support Workaid at their annual Christmas Crafts Fair!
Workaid is generously supplying all the materials and there will be kits available to produce a variety of fabulous handmade items—so all you need to bring is your crafting spirit. We’re thrilled to have former CETG Chair Liz Smith leading the session, guaranteed to make it an engaging and lively night for everyone.
August 2027 – no meeting
Monday 13th September 2027 Tylers Green Village Hall – Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
Discover the art of creating beautiful Dorset and Yorkshire buttons. Learn the traditional techniques behind the Dorset Cartwheel, Dorset Singleton and Yorkshire Button, and see how simple stitches and threads can be transformed into wonderfully tactile little treasures. All the materials required will be provided to make your own unique buttons to use as both decorative details and practical fastenings.
Monday 11th October 2027 Tylers Green Village Hall – AGM + How to make Twine from Fabric
Turn scraps of fabric into something wonderfully useful! Discover how simple strips of cloth can be twisted, plaited and transformed into beautiful, strong twine and cord. Experiment with colour, texture and different fabrics to create your own unique cords — perfect for wrapping, tying and embellishing, or they can be turned into small vessels. All materials will be provided.
