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French Hand Monograms Classes 2022-23 Call To Register ​ Beginner's Monogram s Tuition: $250 Beginner's - Intermediate Day or Evening Classes Available ​ A Two Day introduction class to fine hand monogramming techniques. This class is a perfect opportunity to take your new basics skills to the next level. Our introduction class will teach you the foundations for creating a beautiful hand monogrammed initial. A beginner's class in learning the art of fine trousseau hand monogramming. This ribbon monogram is from a Parisian embroidery house - this traditional motif dates back to early - mid 20th century. Your own personalized hand towel will be provided. You will learn the basic and simplified stitching that will enable you to create your own personalized linens and other items. Please indicate your initial preference. Additional towels can be purchased for you to monogram. ​ Pre-requisite: Basic Embroidery ​ ​ Call To Register French Monograms Painting With a Needle 3 Day Class $340 Painting with a Needle. In this class you will learn how to use your short and long stitching to a high level. Here we will take this French Forget Me Not initial, using short and long stitches in 3 shades - dark, medium, and light to create a shaded effect to the monogram. A personalized initial will be created and placed on a linen sampler. You can also purchase Linen Towels or Pillow Cases. By request, you can receive your own page of personalized initials in various sizes. These make it easy for you to transfer your initials onto towels, pillow cases and other linens. Transfer techniques will be covered in the course. This class is excellent for those who have taken Basic embroidery, or have good knowledge of the short and long stitch. . This class will enhance your short and long skills to a new level. ​ NOTE: You can add an additional day (Day 4) if you'd like to stay and lay out your linen towels or linen pillow cases. Cost for the additional day is $100. ​ Prerequisite: Basic Embroidery Intermediate - Advanced skills required. ​ Call To Register ​ T raditional French Monograms 3 Days Tuition: $340 Day or Evening Classes Available ​ This class will focus upon padded satin stitches. Many decorative Initials are embellished floral or organic vines..... Many of the embellished initials became popular in the 18th century, and still carry on today. ​ In this class you will be provided with a beautiful sampler of many styles of decorative initials . You will learn traditional techniques will practice these during each session. Homework will be recommended to continue to familiarize yourself with the typical styles found in French Monograms. ​Day I: An introduction to 3 styles of traditional monograms will be provided on a linen sampler. You will learn the basic techniques that we will be covering throughout the 3 or 4 day course. ​ Day II-III A beautiful trousseau sampler is provided with more complex initials with their styles, techniques, and language. All these fascinating levels will be explored. Transfer techniques will be discussed and applied during the 3 days. All Materials Are Included ​ NOTE: If you wish you can add on another day to your class for the additional cost of $100. Many students need the extra day to work on all the techniques they have acquired. You will also have the opportunity to purchase beautiful linen towels, pillow cases, or shams and other linens. We could take that 4th day to assist you in laying out and transferring a personalized initial onto your purchases. ​ Intermediate - Advanced Level ​ Hand Hemstitching I-II $220 includes all materials ​ This introduction class in hand hemstitching, will help you learn how to make and finish your own linen creations. 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. ​ Excellent introduction for Beginners Call To Register ​ Creating Hand Hemstitched Guest Towels $150 includes all materials ​ A One Day Class in the art of linen making. Learn how to create your own hand hemstitched linen towels. Learn to pull threads, basic hemstitching techniques, and sew a fine turned hem. By the end of the class, you will have accomplished beautiful classic techniques in making a fine linen guest towel. ​ This is a perfect compliment to Beginner's Monogramming Class . ​ ​Excellent introduction for Beginners - Some sewing skills helpful. ​ Call To Register

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ABOUT The Williamsburg School of Needlework Old World Skill Requires Old World Time Located in Historic Williamsburg, Virginia, the Williamsburg School of Needlework offers our students professional level hand embroidery techniques for both the leisure embroiderer and those desiring vocational training to become a professional. ​ We offer all our leisure needlework enthusiasts the same level of technique and skill developments as those interested in professional work. We will teach our leisure embroiderers how to accomplish beautiful work so that they can enjoy the results of working with their hands and inspiriting them to be as creative as they desire. We are a new concept in Needlework School that is based upon a European model of fine hand embroidery. For those interested in Vocational Training, we offer an array of courses in both hand embroidery and linen making skills. These skills are often sought after by designers and companies found in the textile marketplace here in the United States. Our corporation, Details In Design, has been manufacturing hand embroidery and fine linen for over 25 years. In recent years, we opened our School of Needlework to provide US students opportunities to learn new skills and techniques on a professional level. ​ In the past, our company, has partnered with workrooms in Europe to create heirloom quality fine linen. We have employed highly skilled hand embroiderers for many years now. However, with the recent downturn in the economy, the increase of unemployed people in America, and our growing client base, we have decided to create our own vocational training program for our company. Our goal is to train and employ a new generation of hand embroiderers that are highly skilled and ready to meet the needs in the global high end linen industry. We offer contracted opportunities in linen making and fine hand embroidery. We assist the embroiderer and linen maker in continued on the job training and education in how to create a professional home business. Our goal is to launch a new workforce that is independent , highly trained, and sustainable in the 21st century marketplace. Currently, we are not an accredited trades or arts college and do not claim to be a school of fine art or institute as those found in Europe. We do however have the experience and background in working in the linen industry creating high end hand embroideries and linens for the past 25+ years. If you are interested in working from home, learning basic techniques for the linen industry, the Williamsburg School of Needlework, will provide mentoring and training in the European tradition. Certification or Diploma Programs If you are seeking a diploma or certification in Needlework, we would highly recommend The Royal School of Needlework in London, Lesage School of Embroidery, Paris. These schools have an extensive program in fine art needlework. Hand & Lock School of Embroidery, London is highly esteemed and regarded internationally for its fine hand embroidery in the fashion industry, costume design, and military regalia.

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Since 1767 ' Since 1767, Hand & Lock has been hand embellishing garments for hundreds of years. Working with notable names and top designers including Christian Dior, Cecil Beaton, Louis Vuitton, Stella McCartney, Christopher Kane, JW Anderson, Hermes, Pringle, Mary Katrantzou, Gieves & Hawkes, Kate Moss, Gilbert & George and Alexander McQueen. Embroiderers to Royals, the military, celebrities and high couture, don't miss this rare opportunity to obtain expertise instruction from this world class establishment of fine hand embroidery. ​ Haute Couture: Intensive (Tambour Beading Levels 1 & 2) A 5 day course in Couture Embroidery Day 1: Construct a full size embroidery frame with silk fabric and practice the tambour stitch in all directions with beads, bugles and sequins on transparent fabric. Day 2: Learn the method for transferring a supplied design onto Silk and apply techniques learned on day one to a design. Day 3: Appliquéing fabrics to a design using the tambour stitch and incorporating with other materials such as ribbon. Day 4: Start work on a new design on a more challenging non transparent fabric. Day 5: Experimental day, your chance to work on anything you haven't learnt or really want to try. Can bring own project. ​ Eligible for Certificate of Completion From Hand & Lock Tambour Beading I Tambour Beading II No Classes Scheduled for Williamsburg, 2020. Advanced Haute Couture Tambour 3 Evening Classes 4 pm - 9 pm ​ This is Hand & Lock's first advanced tambour beading evening class. Join us between 4pm and 9pm for three consecutive nights to learn some of the most challenging haute couture embroidery techniques. Working on a brand new design, students will learn rich stitch, foam stitch, real scale stitch, sequin vermicelli and much more. The class is suitable for students who have experience with tambour beading and feel confident with basic techniques. DAY 1. - Pull Stitch - Fill an area with beads (chain stitch) - Rich stitch + cut out DAY 2. - Sequin vermicelli - Seeded vermicelli - 'Placing the flea’ technique ​ DAY 3. - Real scale stitch - Fake scale stitch - Foam stitch ​ Upon completion of the class students can request an official Hand and Lock certificate detailing the new skills mastered. ​ Examples of Advanced Tambour ​ Goldwork in Couture 5 Day Intensive Haute Couture: Goldwork Eligible for Certificate of Completion ​ ​ Suitable for beginners to intermediate. Goldwork is the art of embroidery using metal threads. It is particularly prized for the way light plays on it. The term 'goldwork' is used even when the threads are imitation gold, silver, or copper, or coloured allowing for an array of textures and colours to express your vision Hand & Lock's knowledge of this prestigious haute couture skills will provide you with the basic techniques of goldwork, cutwork, passing, padding and the practical care and application of goldwork ​ ​ NO CLASSES SCHEDULED FOR 2020. ​​​ For More Information: Hand & Lock school@handembroidery.com Williamsburg School of Needlework wmbgneedlework@gmail.com 757.259.9400

Frequently Asked Questions What is the Williamsburg School of Needlework? Our school has been establisheds to train those interested in becoming a professional hand embroiderer working from home. We train our students in production embroidery techniques that will be used in the commercial linen manufacture industry. As a vocational school, our focus to provide training in the basics of fine hand embroidery. Specifically, our current focus is upon linen making and the embellishment of hand embroidery. These particular skills are sought after in the textile marketplace. Our goal as a school is to create a work force of hand embroiderers that are available to other companies seeking hand embroidery on their product lines. This would be evident in ecclesiastical a nd home decor linens and textiles. What qualifications does a student need to become a professional embroiderer? We are interested in training students that have some hand embroidery skills. It is more important that you can learn what it means to do production work on a commercial basis, than taking master classes from guilds and teachers that teach artisan & craft techniques. These are viable resources, but the focus and outcome is not the same. Our vocational training therefore, teaches the business of embroidery with a focus upon techniques of embroidery found in the marketplace and the creation of commercial products. This form of training will help to create a makers team of perfectly skilled artisans - able to create useful and industry standard work for the high end textile markets.. Students will be asked to write a business plan for themselves, set embroidery achievement & financial goals, set up and create a professional space or studio in their home, and submit embroidery samples from their courses. This is vital in preparation for becoming a professional hand embroiderer. Much of the work is multiples of the same motif and design. Mastering particular techniques and criteria in traditional classical embroidery will be the foremost goal of our training. How long does it take to qualify for work? Our accelerated learning courses are designed to teach basic techniques in marketplace embroidery. We teach classical embroidery used in many traditional companies. You will go through each course learning skills that can translate into meaningful employment. The key in our coursework is to learn the techniques, then you must practice until you have perfected them. It generally takes 3 months of daily practice to learn a new skill. You are required to embroider test samplers, designed for you. These samplers must be embroidered and sent back to the school. The samplers will become each student's work portfolio kept on file. We will use these samples to qualify you for contracted work. How does the school obtain work for the embroiders? We obtain work through our client base. We have been in business for 25+ years creating linens for both churches and private clients throughout the US and Canada. We will be contracting with companies in the linen and hand embroidery industry - for the purpose of obtaining professional needlework commission and contracts for our American cottage embroiderers. Can I take classes just for my own enjoyment - I do not want to embroider as a job? For those interested in classes just for enjoyment or hobby, we have created embroidery classes just for you. Our classes teach you our Old World style of stitching as used in our own workroooms. You will be taught the basics in hand embroidery, church linen needlework, and hand monograms.

Student Supplies and Tools On This page we have created an easy access through Amazon to purchase recommended tools and materials used in our courses and classes. Here are our recommendations to help make shopping convenient and easy. Rowenta Irons for Linen Making Here is a good selection of Rowenta Irons to choose from. In our 25+ years of making linens - we highly recommend these irons for good results when ironing and caring for fine linen. We have recommended 3 styles and prices all would be satisfactory for use... Here is a good selection of Rowenta Irons to choose from. In our 25+ years of making linens - we highly recommend these irons for good results when ironing and caring for fine linen. We have recommended 3 styles and prices all would be satisfactory for use... Linen Wash - Ironing Water Le Blanc Linen Wash is a must have in your laundry when caring for fine linens. We use these products in our workrooms exclusively. Our whitework embroidery is always laundered with linen wash. ​ Le Blanc Lavender ironing water is used for all our finish ironing. We recommend diluting the bottle with half distilled and half lavender water. Linen Making Tools From our studio workroom - here are the tools necessary to create beautiful handmade linens. These are a must have for setting up your home studio space. ​ Measuring gauges and tape measure needed for your workroom basics. Embroidery Basics We've put together needles and hoops in sized used for our classes and courses. We have a collection of Bohin needles in size 9, 10, & 12. Two Susan Bates Hoops in sizes 4 & 5 inches. This gives a good start for handling smaller embroidery motifs - as used in our own classes and courses. Church Needlework Floss Colors Church Needlework DMC Floss Collections. These are all boxed in 12 pieces. Snow White, Pearl Grey, Red, Pale Blue. ​ These are the colors used in church embroidery on fine linens. We've made it easy and convenient for you to select from these existing colors.

Private Leisure Classes & Vocational Coursework Create your own classes and coursework based upon your personal interests & schedule. Both Day & Evening Classes are available. For More Information Call: 757.259.9400 Basic Embroidery I-III 3 Day Class - $320 4 Day Class - $440 All Materials Included ​ A Three- 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 decor linens & embellishment for clothing. ​ Day I -II: You will be furnished with a beginner's sampler - this sampler will enable you to practice, perfect the foundation stitches used in traditional hand embroidery. ​ Day III-IV: A second sampler will be introduced with authentic motifs from the Art Nouveau period. These beautiful and flowing motifs will be used to continue exploring the stitch techniques from Day I-II and to perfect your foundational stitching while creating a beautiful sampler. Adding Day IV is recommended to do the second sampler. ​ Basic Embroidery I-III will prepare you for more intermediate skills moving on into Whitework. Basic Embroidery and Whitework can be taken together - each class builds upon one another. ​ Excellent Class for Beginners - Intermediate ​ Classes can be tailored for day or evening sessions. ​ Resort Accommodations Available Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) ​ To Schedule This Class Click Here Whitework Embroidery I-III 3 Day Class - $340 4 Day Class - $440 All Materials Included. ​ Classes can be tailored for day or evening sessions. 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 ​ Day I: A beginner's sampler will be furnished to learn and perfect your basic whitework embroidery stitches. The class will focus upon learning the stitches and practicing them during the class session. ​ Day II-III: A Beautiful sampler will be furnished for perfecting and performing what you have learned on Day I. There are many motifs included on the sampler - all from authentic 19th century sources. These traditional motifs will provide an excellent learning experience and enabling you to accomplish beautiful authentic looking work. ​ Prerequisite: Basic Embroidery ​ Resort Accommodations Available Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) To Schedule This Class Click Here Beginner's Monograms 2 Day Class Private Tuition: $250 All Materials Included. ​ Classes can be tailored for day or evening sessions. ​ This class is a perfect opportunity to take your new basics skills to the next level. Our introduction class will teach you the basics for creating a beautiful hand monogrammed initial. A beginner's class in learning the art of fine trousseau hand monogramming. This ribbon monogram is from a Parisian embroidery house - this traditional motif dates back to early - mid 20th century. ​ Your own personalized hand towel will be provided. You will learn the basic and simplified stitching that will enable you to create your own personalized linens and other items. Please indicate your initial preference. ​ Pre-requisite: Basic Embroidery ​ ​ ​ Resort Accommodations Available Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) To Schedule This Class Click Here Traditional French Monograms 3 Day Class - $340 4 Day Class - $440 All Materials Included. ​ Classes can be tailored for day or evening sessions. ​ Day I-II: A primary sampler will be furnished with 3 styles of fancy initials found typically in French hand monograms. You will be introduced to the primary stitch techniques used in accomplishing fancy initials and intertwined monograms. Day III-IV: A more extensive sampler is provided with an array of 19th - 20th century traditional initials found in fancy hand monogramming. These motifs are used typically in creating beautiful linens and accessories. ​ Best for those who have taken Basic - Whitework ​ Resort Accommodations Available Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) ​ To Schedule This Class Click Here Hand Hemstitching I-II 2 Day Class Private Tuition: $250 All Materials Included. ​ Classes can be tailored for day or evening sessions. ​ Introduction to hand hemstitching and creating mitered corners. A Two Day or Evening 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. ​ Excellent introduction for Beginners ​ Resort Accommodations Available Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) ​ To Schedule This Class Click Here To Schedule This Class Click Here Basic Embroidery I-II Church Needlework Series 2 Day Private Class Tuition: $250 ​ ​Two day classes exploring the Basics for fine hand embroidery on altar linens. The class will focus upon particular stitches used in fine hand embroidered motifs found on Altar Linens and Altar Cloths. ​ The class will provide a sampler with motifs focusing upon 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. ​ Perfect for Beginners to experienced embroiderers. ​ Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) ​ ​ ​ Church Needlework ​ Whitework I-II 2 Day Class Private Tuition: $250 All Materials Included ​ Classes can be tailored for day or evening sessions ​ A Two Day foundation class in whitework embroidery. This is key to beautiful embroidered linens for the Altar. The class will focus upon particular stitches and perfecting techniques used in making fine Altar Linens and Altar Cloths. We will also explore the transferring of motifs onto fine linen. ​ This class builds upon the Basic embroidery class - we recommend basic embroidery as a prerequisite to whitework. ​ ​ ​ Resort Accommodations Available Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) ​ ​ To Schedule This Class Click Here ​ ​ Sacred Crosses I-II 2 Day Class Private Tuition: $250 All Materials Included ​ Classes can be tailored for day or evening sessions Fine hand embroidery techniques for altar linens. Must have developed Basic-Whitework skills. ​ Recommend Sacred Crosses & Monograms taken together. ​ ​ Resort Accommodations Available Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) ​ ​ To Schedule This Class Click Here Church Needlework ​ Sacred Monograms & Motifs I-II 2 Day Class Private Tuition: $250 All Materials Included ​ Classes can be tailored for day or evening sessions ​ Resort Accommodations Available Private Loft Studio Apartment now available (Covid Safe Environment) ​ ​ ​ To Schedule This Class Click Here Mastering Church Linens Master Linen 9 Day Course Private Tuition: $1,100 All Materials Included $1,800 with Loft Studio Accommodations 10 am - 4pm Daily - Except Sunday Resort Accommodations Available New Studio Loft Apartment Accommodations Covid Safe Environment To Schedule This Class Click Here

Mastering Altar Linens Courses for 2022 Master Linen Making Series Vocational Certificates Awarded Call to Register 757.259.9400 Two Master Classes in the art of linen making.. These are full immersion courses to obtain professional level results in making handmade linens. If you are interested in working from home, we've created Vocational training classes for those interested in making church linens, and those working with Altar Guilds. Our school offers professional techniques that are not taught anywhere else. A Certificate of Completion is awarded at the end of the course. ​ We offer professional skills for setting up your own home studio - we will teach - coach- and offer commissioned opportunities for those who have sucessfully completed their certificates. Mastering Altar Linen - 9 Day Intensive Course Master Linen Making Series Communion Linen Set ​ 9am - 3pm Tuition: $1,100 10 Day Stay at our Studio/Loft Apartment: $1,800 Private Scheduling in A Covid Safe - one on one environment Includes all Materials & Tools A 9 day masters class in the art of linen making. A set of altar linens will be created during this intensive. The set will include a handmade linen pall, a corporal, lavabo towel, and purificator ​ This is a full immersion course to obtain professional level results in making handmade linens. Included in the course will be cutting techniques, pulling threads, basting, hemstitching, mitering accurate corners. Small hand embroidery. All Materials Included. ​ Requirements for this course: You will need hemstitching experience. You may add a two day Intro Hemstitching Class to this workshop to obtain this necessary skill. Mastering Altar Linens - 6 Day Workshop Master Linen Making Series Fair Linen Altar Cloth 9am to 3pm daily Special Price: Tuition: $1,200 Includes Linen for the Altar Cloth 7 Day Stay at our Studio/Loft Apartment ​ Private Scheduling in A Covid Safe - one on one environment ​ A unique opportunity to be professionally trained in making upper end quality Fair Linen Altar Cloths. ​ 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. ​ Techniques include preshrinking the linen - accurately measuring and cutting linen - professional ironing techniques - how to hand draw threads - basting - and always creating perfect hems. This workshop is open to one or two people that will be working on the same altar cloth. If there is a group that would like to come we can create a customized fee especially if the group would be making more than one altar cloth. . Shared accommodations are available at the Historic Powhatan Resort - Covid Safe Environment. 1-4 Bedroom Condos/Villas perfect for a small group to share Click Here ​ Requirements for this class: We will need the measurements of your church altar. You will need hemstitching experience. You may add a two day Intro Hemstitching Class to this workshop to obtain this necessary skill. ​ ​ Private Covid Safe Accommodations Available Click Here We've created a private studio space for our student to work in while taking the course. We have plenty of social distancing - an eat in kitchen - one on one training with the tutor. ​​

2022-23 Vocational Training Classes JOB SKILLS TRAINING - LINEN MAKERS SERIES Job Skills Training as Master Linen Makers. Learn traditional techniques in practical hand finishing and high end linen making - become a master linen maker. ​ This master course will equip you with the ability to work from your own home studio, network with other linen makers, start your own maker's business, provide high end skills for fashion/design companies here in the USA. ​ Classes are formed by individual scheduling. We can help you book your class or classes, offer private accommodations, and open the class for others to join. Class is limited to 4 people. ​ To Book These Classes call 757.259.9400 Click Here to Email Us ​ Pocket Squares and Handkerchiefs Mastering Hand Hemstitching - Hand Rolling - 5 Day Intensive Tuition: $550 ​A focused 5 day training class to master hand hemstitching - mitering perfect and exact corners - pulling threads - precision cutting - preparing perfect fine hems for high end pocket squares and handkerchiefs. Hand Rolling - Professional hand rolled hems for handkerchiefs and pocket squares are considered a high end skill in fine linen accessories. Pulling threads - precision cutting - mastering fine hand rolling skills and stitching - rolled hems with consistently perfect corners. ​ Professional Preparation and Finishing Learn perfect ironing skills, blocking & shaping, and professional finishing for linens. Hand Hemstitched & Hand Rolled Linen Accessories Hand Rolled Pocket Square These are examples of what this 5 day intensive will provide for master linen skills. ​ One of our companies, Zelda & Fitz, is actively seeking a team of linen makers for these high end products. Work from home opportunities and workroom production are currently available. ​ Fine Small Monogramming is also required to become a Master Linen Maker for men's accessories. ​ Hand Hemstitched Pocket Square Mastering Hand Monograms Men's Accessories A 4 Day Training Intensive Tuition: $400 As part of the Master Linen Makers certification, this is a required class. ​ This four day class will focus upon high end small monograms. These traditional skills are required in the most prestigious of ateliers. Shirts - handkerchiefs- pocket squares are popular services required in this market. Techniques in transferring initials - proper placement of monograms on shirts - handkerchiefs - pocket squares will be addressed. Needle sizes - traditional fine stitches in cording - nuances used to perfect the skill and obtain right results every time. Prerequiste: Prior Hand Embroidery Skills in Basic - Whitework Embroidery ​

A 23 Day Certificate Apprentice Program Master Linen Making Church Needlework Course ​ Exclusive One on One Private Mentoring ​ Includes Private Studio Apartment Accommodations for 25 days. ​ Registration is Available ​ For 2022 ​ Tuition + Includes Accommodations $3,800 Contact: wmbgneedlework@gmail.com ​ ​ ​ ​ Contact Us For More Information 757.259.9400 ​ ​ ​ ​ 23 Day Apprentice Program Includes 11 Days of Master Linen Making ​ 2 Days of the Basics in Linen Preparation 9 Days Making Your Own Communion Set ​ 1 2 Days of Mastering Church Needlework 6 Days of the Basics of Hand Embroidery 6 Days of Sacred Embroidery for Altar Linens ​ 3 Evening Sessions - How to Set Up A Home Studio Business ​ 25 Day Stay - Private Fully Furnished Loft Studio Kitchen/Laundry/Wifi/Covid Safe/Free Parking You Can Create a New Lifestyle 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. ​ 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. ​ 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. ​ 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.. Williamsburg Needlework Training Studio Our Studio is located in a park like setting that creates a stress free focused environment. We have created a Covid Safe Place with proper social distancing during this pandemic. As an apprentice, you will have your own small work studio during your training. This offers a private focused space that will be Covid safe with plenty of distancing. ​ There is lots of natural light and right outside the smaller studio is our main workroom for mentoring and guidance. 23 Day Master Certificate Course ​ One Person Per Course Tuition: $3800 Includes 25 Day Stay in Our Exclusive Studio Loft Apartment To Register Contact Us by Phone 757.259.9400 or Email: wmbgneedlework@gmail.com 23 Day Apprentice Program Includes: Mastering Church Linens Mastering Church Linen Needlework ​ Bonus Workshop: How to Set up Your Own Work from Home Business ​ Bonus Opportunity: If Qualified, Receive Commissioned Work from Our Linen Company ​ 25 Day Stay in Private Loft Studio Apartment - Covid Safe - Minutes from the School. ​ Click Here for Photos of Accommodation

Church Needlework Classes 2022-23 Private Individual - Group Classes - Select your own time and dates. You are invited to contact us to schedule your own customized embroidery class series. We can help you design a program that fits your goals, aspirations, and time frames. You may now work out your own schedule for attending our school and it's programs. We have Private Accommodations available. One person or private group classes currently being scheduled. Call 757.259.9400 for more information or to register for a class. You can also email us at: wmbgneedlework@gmail.com Basic Embroidery I-II Church Needlework Series Select your own dates & time Tuition: $250 ​Two day or evening classes exploring the Basics for fine hand embroidery on altar linens. The class will focus upon particular stitches used in fine hand embroidered motifs found on Altar Linens and Altar Cloths. ​ The class will provide a sampler with motifs focusing upon 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. ​ Perfect for Beginners to experienced embroiderers. ​ Whitework Embroidery I-II Church Needlework Series Select your own dates & time Tuition: $250 ​ A Two Day or Evening foundation class in whitework embroidery. This is key to beautiful embroidered linens for the Altar. The class will focus upon particular stitches and perfecting techniques used in making fine Altar Linens and Altar Cloths. We will also explore the transferring of motifs onto fine linen. ​ This class builds upon the Basic embroidery class - we recommend basic embroidery as a prerequisite to whitework. ' Sacred Crosses in Embroidery Church Needlework Series Select your own dates Tuition: $250 ​ A Two Day or Evening 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 ​ Sacred Monograms in Embroidery Church Needlework Series Select your own dates ​Tuition: $250 ​A Two Day or Evening 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 ​ Hand Hemstitching I-II Mastering Linens Series Select your own dates ​Tuition: $250 Introduction to hand hemstitching and creating mitered corners. A Two Day or Evening 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. ​ Excellent introduction for Beginners .