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Introduction to Embroidery Workshop

Australian Centre for Rare Arts and Forgotten Trades

Bradshaw Street,
Ballarat VIC 3350

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  • 30 & 31 May

10am–3:30pm

Learn the art of embroidery in an exclusive workshop with award-winning artisan Alison Cole.

Learn a range of techniques including silk painting, the application of gilt and coloured metal threads, and the construction of a dimensional brooch design inspired by a piece of Chinese embroidery in the Gold Rush Collections.

This class is suitable for beginners and those wanting to extend existing skills.

Content: Centre for Rare Arts and Forgotten Trades

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