Online Events
Online Events
Give Back Friday 2026 - 27-29 November 2026
Celebrate creativity, community and giving back with our annual weekend of free online events.
From 27–29 November, we’re stepping away from the usual Black Friday sales and turning our attention to the Eamont Tapestry – a monumental ten-panel embroidery marking the 1,100th anniversary of the birth of England.
Join us for free mini-classes and lectures exploring the tapestry, its history and its creation by volunteers in our Appleby studios. Materials packs of our chosen design – The Eamont Stag is now available through the link below.
From 27–29 November, we’re stepping away from the usual Black Friday sales and turning our attention to the Eamont Tapestry – a monumental ten-panel embroidery marking the 1,100th anniversary of the birth of England.
Join us for free mini-classes and lectures exploring the tapestry, its history and its creation by volunteers in our Appleby studios. Materials packs of our chosen design – The Eamont Stag is now available through the link below.
Lady Anne's Needlework Festival - 13-27 February 2027
Join our team of tutors online from 13–27 February for two weeks celebrating historic embroidery, creativity and the joy of stitching together.
Enjoy a series of fun technique classes, learn from some of our favourite tutors, and discover a collection of new kits inspired by the extraordinary British collections we are privileged to work with. Evening lectures and films roundoff this annual event in style!
Enjoy a series of fun technique classes, learn from some of our favourite tutors, and discover a collection of new kits inspired by the extraordinary British collections we are privileged to work with. Evening lectures and films roundoff this annual event in style!
Online Class: Master Long & Short Stitch with Phillipa Turnbull - 21 April 2027, 7-9pm GMT
Join Phillipa online for 2-hours while she demonstrates all the essential techniques for crewel embroidery
The amazing health benefits of practicing embroidery
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Lowers blood pressure
Embroidery calms the nervous system, promotes relaxation, and contributes to lower blood pressure, reducing stress for improved well-being.
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Regulates breath
Engaging in embroidery encourages mindful, rhythmic stitching, promoting focused breathing patterns that can induce a sense of calm and relaxation.
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Calms nervous system
Embroidery, with its repetitive and rhythmic hand movements, engages the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels.
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Form deep social bonds
Our online community fosters connection through a shared creative space, encouraging communication and supporting the exchange of ideas, nurturing deep social bonds among members.
