Glamis Foxglove - Online Festival Class

Kate Barlow
Intermediate

Inspired by a foxglove found on the historic Kinghorne Bed in the castle’s King’s Dressing Room, this design reimagines the original motif in sparkling gold couching and silk embroidery. During this two day class, Kate guides you through each technique as you bring this beautiful interpretation of the design to life. Incorporating Fly Stitch, Satin Stitch, Long & Short, Gold Couching and Applying Spangles this class is perfect for those dipping their toe into more complex silk and gold work techniques for the first time.

Option 1: 23-24 Feb 2026 at 10am
Option 2: 26-27 Feb 2026 at 4pm

Fabric Dimensions:
30 x 30cm (12 x 12 in)

Silk & Metal Thread Embroidery

$584.00

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Glamis Foxglove - Online Festival Class
About the Design

Glamis Foxglove

Step into the rich history of Glamis Castle with the Glamis Foxglove class, a two-day online workshop led by expert embroiderer Kate Barlow. This beautiful project is inspired by the exquisite foxglove design featured on the 17th-century Kinghorne Bed, the centerpiece of the castle’s King’s Dressing Room—a space with direct royal connections, as Glamis was the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother and the bed once belonged to Charles II.

During this immersive class, you will learn the art of gold couching and silk embroidery, mastering techniques that echo the opulence and craftsmanship of the period. Kate will share insights into the history of the Kinghorne Bed, the symbolism of the foxglove motif, and the significance of these treasures within the castle’s storied walls.

By the end of the workshop, you will have created a stunning embroidery that celebrates both royal heritage and timeless artistry.

Meet Your Tutor

Kate Barlow

Professional Embroidery tutor and Fellow of the RSN

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Kate Barlow is a renowned embroidery artist celebrated for her expertise in a broad range of needlework techniques. With a deep passion for preserving and teaching traditional embroidery, Kate has dedicated her career to mastering the intricate art of hand embroidery.
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Kit Includes

Because your stitching deserves the best, this kit brings together materials chosen by Kate and our team for their excellence, authenticity, and durability – so the piece you create today can be admired and preserved for many years to come. We source these materials from trusted UK suppliers we’ve worked with for many years, many of them small family businesses just like ours.

  • 100% Silk Fabric
  • Calico Backing Fabric
  • Silk Threads in 9 shades
  • 3 Needles
  • 3 Types of Metal Thread
  • Stitch Instructions
  • Colour Chart
  • Needles in 3 sizes
  • Post Cards of the Design
  • A4 Colour Poster

Class Details

Class Dates: Option 1

23-24 February 2026

This class will take place on 23-24 February 2026 at the following times:

10am-12am UK time (GMT)
1-hour Break
1pm-3pm UK time (GMT)

Classes will take place on Zoom.

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Class Dates: Option 2

26-27 February 2026

This class will take place on 26-27 February 2026 at the following times:

4pm-6pm UK time (GMT)
2-hour Break
8pm-10pm UK time (GMT)

Classes will take place on Zoom.

Joining from another timezone? Convert you time here.

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What Happens Next?

Receiving Your Kit

On booking your class, you will receive a booking confirmation by email straight away. This will also give you access to your Crewel Work Company Dashboard where you will see that you are enrolled in the class.

Then, in January your embroidery kit will be dispatched to you. This will include all the materials (minus the tools) that you will need to take part in the class - including all threads, fabric, needles, charts, and full instructions.

During January you will also gain access to your course space on our community platform (Circle) where your tutor will start to prepare you for the class and you can ask questions and start to prepare for your class.

Be sure to review the equipment you need below, and allow time to receive the equipment if you need to order it, such as a frame and scissors.

After the class, your recordings will be uploaded to your Dashboard on our website.

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?

In addition to the kit, you will need:

An 8 inch ring frame, bound if possible
Embroidery scissors
Gold work scissors (or old embroidery scissors)
A Mellor or other laying tool
Lamp and magnifier if needed

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