Feller Mirror

Name: Feller Mirror
Brand: The Crewel Work Company
Price: 4876.95 EUR
Availability: InStock

Kate Barlow

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Embark on a creative journey with the Feller Mirror Online Course, where you'll recreate a 17th-century Charles II wall mirror. Led by expert Kate Barlow, this 13-month program offers in-depth tuition to perfect your silk work technique, exploring intricate designs and historical artistry. Enroll for a transformative experience.

Starts: Mar 21, 2025

Length: 13 Months

Silk Embroidery

A Master Class in Silk Shading

Once part of the renowned Feller Collection, this rare 17th Century Charles II wall mirror features twelve individual motifs, arranged around the central mirror - among them Charles II and Catherine of Braganza, a standing lion, recumbent leopard and stag, and a majestic unicorn.

Stitched entirely in silk, the Feller Mirror is the ideal subject of study for those wishing to perfect their silk work technique.

Kate will guide students through each design in turn, exploring technique, materials, colour, and design - as well as the history of each motif.

Create your own embroidered heirloom
Enjoy this group experience and develop friendships with like minded stitchers
Build confidence working with silk threads
Gain confidence in your own designing and creativity
Master silk shading techniques based on 17th century embroidery.
Gain a profound sense of confidence and freedom with your needle

What's Included

60 hours of tuition with Kate Barlow

This special course will be led by an equally special tutor. As an RSN graduate, with over 20 years industry experience, Kate's professionalism, attention to detail, skill as an educator, and knowledge and artistry as an embroiderer, make her the perfect choice to lead this course.

Over 12 sessions, Kate will cover each section of the design and the techniques needed to take you to completion of this stunning design.
Between classes you can ask questions and share your progress on the exclusive Feller Mirror community space.
All classes are recorded with lifetime access to give you all the support you need on your stitching journey.

Special Sessions

During the course, students will be treated to two special sessions that bring to life the design and its history.

Our first confirmed speaker is renowned costume expert Sarah Thursfield. Sharing her vast knowledge of the textiles of the period, she will take us deeper into the dress worn by the King and Queen in the frame design.

Our second speaker is to be confirmed.

The highest quality materials

We strive to provided only the most authentic and sustainable materials - and working with Kate, we create a kit that includes everything you need to stitch the design to the highest quality

All threads & needles required to complete the design.
Stitch & colour charts.
Pre-printed silk fabric, backing fabric & practice piece.
All materials for framing up.

All you need to complete the set up is a 24inch slate frame. To ensure you have all the tools you need, we also provide complimentary access to our step-by-step video guide to setting up a slate frame

In a nutshell I loved it! It was well planned and organized. Kate is professional and has a Zen quality to her approach. She researches and generously shares information related to the design. She is a delight.
Carol Ann Feller Mirror Frame Couse 2023/24 Cohort

Master the Art of Silk Shading

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Starts: Mar 21, 2025

Group 1 Dates

21 March 2025 - 24 April 2026

Group 1 classes will take place on the following dates at 10-12.30am then 1.30-4pm UK time

Framing Up - 21 March 2025
The Castle 25 April 2025
The Stag & Carnation30 May 2025
The Bird20 June 2025
Session Session - Date TBC

-- Summer Break--

The Leopard & Oak Tree22 August 2025
Finishing the Top19 September 2025
The King & Queen17 October 2025
The King & Queen28 November 2025
Special Session with Sarah Thursfield13 December 2025

-- Winter Break--

The Unicorn & Rose23 January 2026
The Carnation, Snail & Grotto20 February 2026
The Lion & Peach Tree20 March 2026
Finishing Up24 April 2026

Group 2 Dates

22 March 2025 - 25 April 2026

Group 2 classes will take place on the following dates at 3-5.30pm then 6.30-9pm UK time

Framing Up - 22 March 2025
The Castle 26 April 2025
The Stag & Carnation31 May 2025
The Bird21 June 2025
Session Session - Date TBC

-- Summer Break--

The Leopard & Oak Tree23 August 2025
Finishing the Top20 September 2025
The King & Queen18 October 2025
The King & Queen29 November 2025
Special Session with Sarah Thursfield13 December 2025

-- Winter Break--

The Unicorn & Rose24 January 2026
The Carnation, Snail & Grotto21 February 2026
The Lion & Peach Tree21 March 2026
Finishing Up25 April 2026

Meet Your Tutor

Kate Barlow

Professional Embroidery tutor and 5 year 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.

Learn More About Kate Barlow

What size is the design?

Design Dimensions: 55 x 40 cm (22 x 16 in)
Fabric Dimensions: 65 x 50 cm (25 x 20 in)

What else will I need?

Students will need a 24inch slate frame.

How long will it take me?

This course takes place over 13 months with time to stitch between each session. You are not expected to have finished your design by the time the course ends but you may find that you are very nearly there!

How do I join the live classes?

All classes will take place on Zoom, which can be accessed directly from your dashboard. A link to the session will also be sent to you before the class.

Delivery & Returns

Packages will be sent by express delivery and shipping is included.

Unfortunately we cannot offer a refund on this course once a deposit has been placed.