Elizabethan Braid Technique - Online Festival Class

Deborah Wilding
Beginner

Join Deborah Wilding for a one-day beginner class exploring Elizabethan braid stitch, a technique essential for metal thread embroidery. You will discover four different methods for creating this decorative, textured stitch, perfect for adding intricate detail and historical depth to your metal thread projects. Deborah’s expert, step-by-step guidance will make these techniques accessible and de-code their complexity so that even for those new to embroidery can understand them. By the end of the class, you will be able to confidently incorporate Elizabethan braid stitch into your own metal thread work.

16 Feb at 4pm
26 Feb at 10am

1 day

Goldwork

$254.00

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Elizabethan Braid Technique - Online Festival Class
About the Class

Technique: Braiding

Unlock the secrets of metal thread embroidery in this one-day beginner class with Deborah Wilding, focused on mastering the Elizabethan braid stitch. Designed especially for those new to the technique, this workshop introduces you to four distinct methods for creating this beautiful and versatile stitch—an essential skill for anyone interested in historic or contemporary metal thread work.

Deborah will guide you through each variation, demonstrating how to handle metal threads, form the braid stitch, and achieve crisp, elegant results. You will learn how the Elizabethan braid stitch can enhance your embroidery with texture, shine, and a touch of historical authenticity. With Deborah’s supportive teaching and clear demonstrations, you will have plenty of hands-on practice and opportunities to ask questions.

By the end of the day, you will have a sampler showcasing all four techniques, along with the confidence and foundational skills to apply Elizabethan braid stitch in your own metal thread embroidery projects.

Meet Your Tutor

Deborah Wilding

Professional Embroidery tutor and Fellow of the RSN

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Deborah Wilding is a distinguished embroidery artist. With a background in fine arts, Deborah has developed a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the natural world, which is reflected in her exquisite embroidery designs.
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Class Details

Class Dates

16 and 26 February 2026

This class will take place on:

16 February at 4-10pm UK time (with a 2-hour break at 6pm)
26 February at 10am-3pm UK time (with a 1-hour break at 12pm)

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Are the classes recorded?

Lifetime Access

All the Zoom workshops will be recorded and offered to those booked on to the specific class as a back up for anything they have missed or would like to go over. These recordings will be accessible indefinitely.

How do I join the class?

Accessing Zoom

This class will take place online. You will be sent the Zoom link in good time for the session by email. The link will also be accessible through our community platform.

In order to make the most of your experience, we recommend to:

- Use a desktop computer of laptop to connect to the Zoom session (we don’t recommend joining with a smart phone as you will struggle to see the stitch demonstrations on the small screen. Zoom controls can also be challenging to manage on a tablet so we recommend a larger device if you have one)
- Have the Zoom software ready downloaded on your device
- Find a quiet, comfortable place to sit with a stable place to rest your device.

What Else Will I Need?

Frames & Other Equipment

In addition to the kit, you will need:

An 8 inch ring frame, bound if possible
Embroidery scissors
Lamp and magnifier if needed

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