The Williamsburg School of Needlework
Old World Skills Require Old World Time
Vocational Apprentice
Courses
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Vocational Course - 23 Day Apprentice Course
25 Days Accomodations
In this course you will receive knowledge and skills training to become a Professional Linen Maker and Hand Embroiderer for Church Linens. You will be given step by step processes to follow that will guarantee your success.
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You will learn techniques and professional level secrets for making beautiful hand made linens. You will be taught what is considered in the industry to be a "High End" product. This means they will be flawless - perfectly square - perfect corners - with beautiful lasting results. You can become a valuable artisan in the Ecclesiastical market of fine linens for the altar.
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As a bonus you will automatically receive training on How to Set Up A Home Studio Business. This valuable training provides you with a step by step process and check list to help you set up a studio space that will get you started as a new business. You can start with what you already have in your home without spending extra money.
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As an additional bonus, you will become eligible to receive commissioned work from our church linen company, Details In Design. Once you receive your Certificate of Completion, and your work has been assessed, you will be welcomed into our team of linen makers working from their own home studios.
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Vocational Course - Mastering Altar Cloths 6 Days
8 Day Accommodations
A unique opportunity to be professionally trained in making upper end quality Fair Linen Altar Cloths.
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This is an intensive 6 day workshop - You will learn professional techniques in creating handmade altar cloths with perfect mitered corners - learn how to accurately measure and create altar cloths perfectly every time. You will make your own altar cloth completely by hand.
Vocational Course - Embroidering Communion Linen Sets
6 Days
A Three to Four Day Class exploring the Basics for fine hand embroidery The class will focus upon foundational stitches necessary for development into more intermediate and advanced stitching. The class will focus upon particular stitches used in fine hand embroidered motifs found in home décor linens & embellishment for clothing.
Vocational Course - Embroidering Altar Cloths
6 Days
A four day class in whitework embroidery. This is key to beautiful embroidered trousseau heirloom linens for the home. The class will focus upon particular stitches and perfecting techniques used to embellish fine linens and clothing. We will also explore the transferring of motifs onto fine fabric for perfect results