Williamsburg School of Needlework
2020 Weekend Classes

The Weekender
Basic Embroidery I-II
Tuition $250
9am - 3pm
A two day class exploring the Basics for fine hand embroidery. The class includes a sampler of motifs that are focused upon basic foundation stitches used in fine linen embroidery.
Although basic and simple, we assist the embroiderer to focus upon perfecting their stitches to an excellent standard. All Materials Included.
Perfect for Beginners to experienced embroiderers.
Mar 7-8, 2020 Basic Embrodery Click Here to Register
Mar 14-16, 20 Basic Embroidery Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Basic Embroidery. Click Here to Register

Mar 7-8, 2020 Whitework Click Here to Register
Mar 14-16, 20 Whitework Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Whitework Click Here to Register
The Weekender
Whitework I-II
Tuition $250
9am - 3pm
A two day foundation class in whitework embroidery. This is key to beautiful embroidered linens. The class will focus upon particular stitches and perfecting techniques used in making fine linens and embellishment for clothing. We will show transferring designs onto fabric in this class.
This class builds upon the Basic embroidery class - we recommend basic embroidery as a prerequisite to whitework.
Mar 7-8, 2020 Whitework Click Here to Register
Mar 14-16, 20 Whitework Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Whitework Click Here to Register

The Weekender
Introduction to Monograms
Tuition: $250
9am - 3 pm
A two day introduction to Hand Monograms. The foundational stitches used in Basic Embroidery and Whitework will brought forward in this class. A linen hand towel kit will be provided with your own personalized initial. When registering, please email us to let us know your personalized initial of preference.
Other towel kits will be available for sale.
Prerequisite: Basic Embroidery
All Materials Included - Please let us know your choice of initial.
Mar 7-8, 2020 Intro Monograms Click Here to Register
Mar 14-15, 20 Intro Monograms Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Intro Monograms Click Here to Register

Mar 7-8, 2020 Hemstitching Click Here to Register
Mar 14-15, 20 Hemstitching Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Hemstitching Click Here to Register
The Weekender
Hemstitching I-II
Tuition: $220
9am - 3 pm
Introduction to hand hemstitching and creating mitered corners.
A Two Day Class - Learn to pull threads, develop basic hemstitching techniques, and mitering perfect corners. In this class you will create a small fine linen handkerchief. By the end of the class, you will have accomplished beautiful classic techniques in fine linen making. You can make fine hemstitched handkerchiefs, cocktail & tea napkins. All Materials are included.
Suitable for Beginner's
Mar 7-8, 2020 Hemstitching Click Here to Register
Mar 14-15, 20 Hemstitching Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Hemstitching Click Here to Register

Mar 7-8, 2020 Sacred Crosses Click Here to Register
Mar 14-15, 20 Sacred Crosses Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Sacred Crosses Click Here to Register
The Weekender
Church Needlework
Sacred Crosses
Tuition: $250
A Two Day Class on fine hand embroidered Sacred Crosses. You will be using the basics and whitework to accomplish this. We will explore the finer techniques in mastering this style of hand embroidery especially focusing upon the embroidery found on altar linens.
A sampler is provided with 3 traditional cross motifs in 3 sizes to explore and practice in our two evening sessions.
Prerequisite: Basic - Whitework
Mar 7-8, 2020 Sacred Crosses Click Here to Register
Mar 14-15, 20 Sacred Crosses Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Sacred Crosses Click Here to Register

The Weekender
Church Needlework
Sacred Monograms
Tuition: $250
A Two Day Class on fine hand embroidered Sacred Monograms and Motifs found on Altar Linens and Altar Cloths. This is a continuing exploration - taking the previous stitches to the next level of development to accomplish finer mastery of this unique style of hand embroidery.
Prerequisite: Basic - Whitework Embroidery
Mar 7-8, 2020 Sacred Monograms Click Here to Register
Mar 14-15, 20 Sacred Monograms Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Sacred Monograms Click Here to Register
The Weekender
Church Needlework
Sacred Monograms
Tuition: $250
A Two Day Class on fine hand embroidered Sacred Monograms and Motifs found on Altar Linens and Altar Cloths. This is a continuing exploration - taking the previous stitches to the next level of development to accomplish finer mastery of this unique style of hand embroidery.
Prerequisite: Basic - Whitework Embroidery
The Weekender
Church Needlework
Sacred Monograms
Tuition: $250
A Two Day Class on fine hand embroidered Sacred Monograms and Motifs found on Altar Linens and Altar Cloths. This is a continuing exploration - taking the previous stitches to the next level of development to accomplish finer mastery of this unique style of hand embroidery.
Prerequisite: Basic - Whitework Embroidery
Mar 7-8, 2020 Sacred Monograms Click Here to Register
Mar 14-15, 20 Sacred Monograms Click Here to Register
Mar 28-29, 20 Sacred Monograms Click Here to Register