This two-day course is a unique opportunity to learn Couture beading and embellishment with Couture dress designer Charlotte Appleby in Canberra!
This beginner-friendly course gives an in-depth approach to tambour beading and couture embellishments practised in the Couture houses of Paris today. It will cover the tambour beading technique using silk organza, seed beads and bugle beads to cover the basic chain stitch and vermicelli design. The second day will cover couture embellishments including ribbon work, three-dimensional beadwork and flowers.
Course outline:
Day one:
- Learn how to create a solid framework for beading using silk organza on a rotating frame. This technique can be applied to larger frames to bead panels for a garment.
- The main focus is on the basic chain stitch using a tambour hook correctly set up for silk organza.
- Learn how to create a secure knot and change direction.
- Seed beads and bugle beads are used to start tambour beading with a variety of techniques including vermicelli.
Day two:
Couture embellishments including ribbon work are taught using a beading needle and thread to create a variety of texture and dimension with three-dimensional beadwork, clusters, raised beadwork and brickwork for trims and edging.
Please remember although you will be learning in a mixed technique group, your class is tailored specifically to your progress.
You will also get full lifetime access to the foundational level course Part 1 (online) worth $580 free of charge!
Tambour hook, needle and frame can be hired or purchased on the day. If purchased, you will take this home with you after class. Extra specialist supplies can also be purchased throughout the weekend at 20% off.
Knowledge required Both beginners and students with some experience are welcome.
What you'll get
- You will take home a completed piece of couture beaded silk organza with a variety of techniques.
- All materials are included including couture beading thread, silk organza, beads, sequins, ribbons, bugle beads, seed and cut beads.
- In addition to the weekend you will also receive free follow up online Zoom sessions throughout the year and become part of the Couture Bead Masters Community.
What to bring Basic sewing kit and 4" g-clamp (purchase from Bunnings/B&Q) or purchase a kit at the checkout.
Session repeats
This class series runs over 2 consecutive days.
