Introduction to Embroidery with Paloma Stitch

• Introduction to embroidery materials and tools
• Working with embroidery hoops and needles
• Choosing and working with embroidery thread colours
• Eight foundation stitches: straight stitch, backstitch, stem and outline stitch, split backstitch, chain stitch, satin stitch, French knots, and lazy daisy
• Techniques for continuing your practice at home

All tools and materials are provided.

Amelia launched Paloma Stitch in 2025 after 20 years as a keen stitcher in west London. Leaving behind a career in finance, she now dedicates herself to sharing her love of embroidery through beautifully crafted workshops. Her approach is relaxed and creative, making hand embroidery accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Each student receives a handmade kit prepared by Amelia, reflecting her attention to detail and passion for the craft.

Find Amelia on Instagram @paloma_stitch or visit www.palomastitch.com

Our classes are non refundable. Due our small class sizes it is very difficult to transfer your booking to a different date. If you cannot attend a class and are able to notify us at least two weeks before the class starts, it may be possible to change the date* but this is not guaranteed so please give us as much notice as possible to increase your chances. *Limited to one change only.

If you're running late, please contact us as soon as possible by email. Unfortunately, if you arrive more than 30 minutes after the class starts, we may not be able to admit you as this can disrupt the learning experience for other students.

In the event that we need to cancel a class, we will provide as much notice as possible and offer either a full refund or an alternative booking date.

At Ray Stitch, we'd love to welcome stitchers of all ages, but to ensure the best learning experience for everyone, we're unable to accommodate anyone under 12 in our workshops.

Young people aged 12-16 are very welcome in our classes but must be accompanied by a responsible adult (18+) throughout the entire session. The accompanying adult must book and pay for their own space in the class and participate alongside the young person. Students aged 17 and over can attend classes independently.

If you're planning to book for a young person, we recommend emailing us first so we can help guide you to the most suitable class for their age and experience level.