Winter Landscapes – Textile Workshop
Create hand-stitched winter scenes, perfect for Christmas cards and handmade gifts.
Available spots
Service Description
Winter Landscapes – Textile Workshop with Dorothy Ronaldson Create hand-stitched winter scenes, perfect for Christmas cards and handmade gifts. Date: Tuesday 11th November Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Embrace the magic of winter with a festive day of textile creativity. In this seasonal workshop, artist Dorothy Ronaldson will guide you in creating your own beautiful stitched winter landscapes, inspired by frosted trees, textured hedgerows, and wintry skies. Working with delicate silks, hand embroidery, and fabric collage techniques, you’ll produce a framed winter scene or a series of smaller, stitched pieces that can be turned into bespoke Christmas cards or unique handmade gifts—perfect for sharing a little handmade magic this season. All stages and stitches will be demonstrated. The workshop is suitable for those fairly new to stitch and those with more experience, but beginners are always welcome. What’s included: - Plain unpainted white and cream silk (perfect for winter tones) - Painted and textured fabrics Interfacing for structure - Blank cards for mounting your mini works - Embroidery threads (stranded, perle, sateen) - Sheer ribbons, lace, and metallic fibres - Fabric paints (optional for subtle effects) - Brushes, droppers, and all supporting materials What to bring: - Fabric and thread cutting scissors - A medium-sized paintbrush (if you’d like to use paints) - Medium Crewel or Milliners needles (Items can be found at Lingards in Sudbury or online) - Packed lunch Enjoy a relaxed, festive atmosphere with gentle guidance and inspiration from Dorothy, and leave with your own stitched winter scenes ready to gift, frame, or send. Refreshments provided: Tea, coffee, mince pies & biscuits. Please bring a packed lunch. Wear comfortable clothing or an apron – some light painting may be involved. Please note: The workshop is held in the upper gallery, which is not wheelchair accessible. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience. Spaces are limited – early booking recommended!
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy Course Bookings: • Places on our courses are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of payment. • Submitting an application form without payment does not reserve a place on the course. • To guarantee a place, all applicants must pay in full after submitting their form. Refunds and Cancellations: • Cancellations up to 7 days before the course start date: Participants may cancel and receive a refund, subject to a £25 cancellation fee. • Cancellations within 72 hours of the course start date: Refunds will not be issued. • Non-attendance: No refunds will be provided for students who do not attend due to illness, personal commitments, or professional obligations. Course Changes or Cancellations by Mill Tye Gallery: • Mill Tye Gallery reserves the right to cancel or amend courses due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, participants will be offered an alternative date or a full refund. Access: • Workshops take place in the upper gallery, which is not wheelchair accessible. • If you have any physical disabilities or special learning needs, please notify us in advance by emailing milltye@icloud.com or calling 01787 376796, and we will do our best to accommodate you. Safety: • Prohibited items: Aerosol fixative sprays, smoking, mobile phones, radios, and personal stereos are not permitted during workshops. • Personal belongings: Participants are responsible for their belongings at all times. The gallery cannot accept liability for loss or damage to personal items. • Participants must take all work and belongings with them at the end of the class. Disclaimer: • The information in this policy is accurate at the time of publication. Mill Tye Gallery reserves the right to update or amend these terms as needed. For any questions or issues, please contact us at milltye@icloud.com or call 01787 376796
Contact Details
Cornard Mills, Mill Tye, Great Cornard, Sudbury CO10 0GW, UK
+ 01787 376796
milltye@icloud.com