Mellor, if you have looked at goldwork classes then you have probably come across this word and possibly not really known what it meant. Pronounced ‘Mel-Ore’, the mellor is a laying tool specially designed for us with goldwork to encourage the embroiderer to handle the goldwork as little as possible for fear of damaging it […]
Embroidery Equipment
Pro Tips: Pointy Tweezers
These pointy tweezers might look a bit frightening (and they are if you accidentally catch yourself with them) but they are very handy for all sorts of projects. They come with a little cover over the points to protect the ends as well as you! For goldwork they can be great for getting down in-between […]
Pro Tips: Wrapping your frame
10” Table Clamp Frame When you are purchasing your embroidery equipment, there is often a lot of emphasis put on the exciting and more unusual looking tools like the tambour hooks and stilettos (see the specialist equipment section if you are not sure what these are). However, your trusty frame is just as important if […]
Goldwork Lobster course with Hattie McGill
Exciting new class alert! Coming soon to the London Embroidery School, Goldwork Lobster class! Taught over 6 weeks you will be taught traditional goldwork techniques while creating this super fun Lobster! We have teamed up with Hattie McGill, who creates all sorts of wonderful goldwork creatures! We particularly fell in love with her lobsters! A […]
Black Friday 2017
Black Friday is here! London Embroidery School are joining in with 15% across the entire site. With code BLACKFRIYAY! All day on the 24th of November
Tambour Hooks Back In Stock!
Its been a short while since we had the Tambour Hook and Handle in stock and finally they have landed on our shelves. The Tambour Hook and Handle is a staple piece for any budding embroiderer, making it so much easier to apply beads and sequins to your fabric. If you don’t know how to […]