Medieval Embroidery at Coombe Abbey

Description

‘At this two day retreat we will look at the history, and practice the skills used, of the medieval embroidery technique  ‘Opus Anglicanum’ (English work). Famous across Europe, this technique marks the highest point in embroidery’s development, producing vestments, frontals and other items for the church and adorning royalty and nobility. The apprenticeship to work these fine pieces took seven years and used only the best of materials including gold threads, pearls and gemstones. We will retreat back to medieval times for two days looking at two of the main techniques used, split stitch shading and the goldwork underside couching technique. Using these methods, we will reproduce a face from the past like those that adorned many of the beautiful Opus Anglicanum pieces.’

Class will commence at 10 am each day and finish at 5pm. For those wishing to stay, there are special dinner, bed and breakfast rates for those attending:

Single occupancy £129.00 ( +VAT)  Twin occupancy £159.00 (+VAT)

Please contact the hotel direct for accommodation bookings on 02476 450 450 and quote ‘Eternal Embroidery’ to take advantage for these rates.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Should you need to cancel your place the following charges will apply:

• Up to 3 months of start date of retreat – £25 cancellation fee applies.
• Up to 2 months of start date of retreat 50% refund will be given.
• Up to 1 month of start date of the retreat 25% refund will be given.
• Any cancellation within 1 month of start date no refund can be given.

In the event I have to cancel the event, a full refund will be given.

Cancellation will only be accepted in writing from the date received.