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Textile Art - Hand Embroider a Christmas Card Art Piece

Participants create a textile art Christmas card by collaging fabric onto a prepared base to form a landscape background. Attendees learn to applique a winter cottage image over the scenery and finish the piece with hand embroidery, vintage lace, and embellishments. Step-by-step guidance covers basic embroidery stitches and fabric collage methods.

Sat, Nov 21, 2026

Location

West Suffolk College · Staniforth Road, Thetford, IP24 3LH Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Beginner and intermediate sewers

Vibe

Creative and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • You do not need to bring materials; the workshop provides a kit with the supplies needed to make the card.
  • Beginners are welcome, and the instruction is step by step, so you can take part without advanced sewing experience.
  • The kit includes a card and envelope, so the finished textile piece can be prepared as a Christmas card.
  • The workshop covers collage, applique and hand embroidery, so be ready to try several textile techniques.

Links & Contact

Run by Thetford Learning Centre

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the workshop for?

It is aimed at beginners and intermediate sewers interested in trying textile art.

What will participants make?

You will create a fabric-collage Christmas card featuring a winter cottage over a landscape background.

What techniques will the workshop cover?

You will learn fabric collage, applique and basic hand-embroidery techniques, with step-by-step instruction.

Are materials provided?

Yes. The workshop kit includes a ready-made base, fabrics, templates, lace, embroidery thread, embellishments, a card and envelope, and an instruction book.

Do I need to bring anything?

No. All materials needed for the workshop are provided.

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