Trellis Technique - Online Festival Class

Deborah Wilding
Beginner

Join Deborah Wilding for a one-day beginner technique class focused on trellis stitch, also known as laid & couched, in crewel work. Perfect for those new to embroidery, Deborah will guide you through the fundamentals of creating beautiful textured backgrounds and decorative effects using this classic technique. With clear demonstrations and plenty of hands-on practice, you will gain confidence in your stitching and leave with new skills to enhance your future crewel work projects.

20 Feb at 4pm
24 Feb at 10am

1 day

Crewel Work

$254.00

 0 Seats left
Trellis Technique - Online Festival Class
About the Class

Technique: Trellis

Explore the art of trellis, or laid and couched, stitching in this one-day beginner technique class with renowned tutor Deborah Wilding. Designed for those new to crewel work, this focused workshop will introduce you to the principles and possibilities of laid and couched stitches—a classic method for adding texture, pattern, and visual interest to your embroidery.

Deborah’s expert instruction will guide you step by step, from preparing your materials to laying threads and securing them in intricate patterns. You will learn how to create beautiful backgrounds, fill larger areas efficiently, and add decorative details that elevate your work. The class offers plenty of opportunity for hands-on practice, with Deborah offering tips, troubleshooting advice, and encouragement throughout.

By the end of the day, you will have mastered a versatile technique and completed a stitched sample, ready to incorporate trellis work into your future crewel projects with confidence and creativity.

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.
Learn More About Deborah Wilding

Kit Includes

The materials in this kit have been selected with the same eye for quality and longevity as for all of our kits. Our specially mane Jacobean Linen Twill and Speciality Crewel wools from Appletons ensure a historically accurate crewel work experience that will ensure your creation stands the test of time.

  • Pure Linen Twill
  • Appletons Wool Skeins
  • Crewel Needle
  • Stitch Instructions
  • Colour Chart
  • A4 Colour Poster

Class Details

Class Dates:

20 and 24 February 2026

This class will take place on:

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

Joining from another timezone? Convert your time here.

Convert Your Time

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

Purchase Accessories