Octopus no. 2 | Michelle Agnew 2024 (Photography Credit Michelle Agnew).jpg
Octopus no. 2 | Michelle Agnew 2024 (Photography Credit Michelle Agnew).jpg

Sculptural Goldwork Octopus Workshop | October 3rd to November 14th, 2026

£500.00

Dive into 3D sculptural goldwork embroidery with this six-week course focused on creating this stunning octopus. This class blends traditional goldwork and stumpwork techniques, offering a unique exploration of texture, movement, and depth. You’ll learn to harness the the sculptural qualities of stumpwork (with a few twists) to bring to life the dynamic motion of an octopus, using innovative techniques that make the tentacles rise and twist dramatically off the fabric. As we explore the enchanting details of this sea creature, you'll gain expertise in crafting intricate textures with goldwork threads and three-dimensional effects. By the end of the course, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind embroidered octopus that captures the essence of one of the ocean’s most enigmatic inhabitants.

Please Note: This is an intermediate course and I recommend having some goldwork experience. Stitching outside of class will be required. (Each day’s work must be completed in order to move onto the next steps)

The workshop will run via Zoom and will be recorded. The kit is included in the cost of the course and will be shipped 2-3 weeks ahead of the workshop. An email will be sent at that time with joining instructions.

Materials: All necessary materials for stitching will be included in the kit. However, students will need metalwork scissors, and may find a mellor/stiletto, and stitching stand helpful.

Part 1: October 3rd, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm BST (London time)

Part 2: October 10th, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30 PM BST (London time)

Part 3: October 17th, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm BST (London time)

Part 4: October 24th, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm BST (London time)

Part 5: November 7th 1:00 - 3:30pm BST (London time)

Part 6: November 14th 1:00 - 3:30 PM BST (London time)

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 31st, 2026.

If you have any questions about the class, please feel free to reach out at hello@michelleagnew.ca. I hope to see you there!

All orders are shipped via Royal Mail. Duties and taxes outside the UK not included. For US customers, I'll contact you with a separate invoice for import duty (usually around 18% of the kit cost only) before your order ships. The duty is calculated on materials only, not on your class fee.

Dive into 3D sculptural goldwork embroidery with this six-week course focused on creating this stunning octopus. This class blends traditional goldwork and stumpwork techniques, offering a unique exploration of texture, movement, and depth. You’ll learn to harness the the sculptural qualities of stumpwork (with a few twists) to bring to life the dynamic motion of an octopus, using innovative techniques that make the tentacles rise and twist dramatically off the fabric. As we explore the enchanting details of this sea creature, you'll gain expertise in crafting intricate textures with goldwork threads and three-dimensional effects. By the end of the course, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind embroidered octopus that captures the essence of one of the ocean’s most enigmatic inhabitants.

Please Note: This is an intermediate course and I recommend having some goldwork experience. Stitching outside of class will be required. (Each day’s work must be completed in order to move onto the next steps)

The workshop will run via Zoom and will be recorded. The kit is included in the cost of the course and will be shipped 2-3 weeks ahead of the workshop. An email will be sent at that time with joining instructions.

Materials: All necessary materials for stitching will be included in the kit. However, students will need metalwork scissors, and may find a mellor/stiletto, and stitching stand helpful.

Part 1: October 3rd, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm BST (London time)

Part 2: October 10th, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30 PM BST (London time)

Part 3: October 17th, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm BST (London time)

Part 4: October 24th, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm BST (London time)

Part 5: November 7th 1:00 - 3:30pm BST (London time)

Part 6: November 14th 1:00 - 3:30 PM BST (London time)

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 31st, 2026.

If you have any questions about the class, please feel free to reach out at hello@michelleagnew.ca. I hope to see you there!

All orders are shipped via Royal Mail. Duties and taxes outside the UK not included. For US customers, I'll contact you with a separate invoice for import duty (usually around 18% of the kit cost only) before your order ships. The duty is calculated on materials only, not on your class fee.