Gothick
(A Live Kit-Based Class)

Journey through light, colour and texture to create your own illuminated treasure…

Step into the luminous world of medieval illuminated manuscripts with this reimagining of Kelley’s very first Illuminated Letter project. In Gothick, you’ll begin by stitching a richly detailed border in shimmering silk threads — inspired by the English hedgerow, alive with delicate blossoms and tiny, winged visitors.

Then, bring your embroidery to life as petals and wings lift gently from the surface on fine wires, before completing the design with your own choice of goldwork-embroidered letter at the centre.

A treasure-trove of techniques and textures, Gothick celebrates the beauty, precision, and quiet magic of illuminated embroidery — a piece to stitch, cherish, and truly delight in.

Details…

aimed at:

CONFIDENT BEGINNERS

A lovely next step for anyone with a little stitching experience. This class blends Freestyle, Goldwork, and Stumpwork Embroidery to create something richly detailed yet completely achievable. Clear demonstrations guide you through every stage — perfect if you enjoy a gentle challenge and want to grow your skills one beautiful stitch at a time. 🪡✨

EXPERIENCED STITCHERS

Ideal for those who’ve tried techniques like Freestyle, Goldwork, or Stumpwork before, but haven’t yet combined them in a single piece. With plenty of learning support to fill any small gaps in knowledge, this project offers a satisfying level of precision and detail — just enough to keep even seasoned stitchers delightfully on their toes (or fingertips!). ✨

course at-a-glance:

PART ONE
(FEBRUARY/MARCH)

Freestyle Stitches,
Stumpwork

PART TWO
(MAY/JUNE)

Goldwork (Padding, Couching, Cutwork),
Mounting

dates/times:

WEEKLY FRIDAY EVENINGS
7.00-9.30PM (UK)

February 6, 13, 20, 27
March 6, 13, 20, 27
May 8, 15, 22, 29
June 5, 12

requirements:

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

Embroidery Scissors,, Embroidery Practice Hoop, Large Square Frame, Magnifier (optional), Thimbles (optional), Drawing Paper, Regular 2B and Coloured Pencils

SPECIFIC MATERIALS

A full kit is included in the cost of the course.

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Students are saying…

Excellent Artist and Teacher

Kelley’s classes are the best. I’ve taken two classes from her over two years. Her demonstrations are clear and easy to follow. She has perfected her on-line teaching style. I’ve found her to be kind and patient and she frequently throws in a little example or historic fact to keep things interesting. My fellow students have ranged from beginners to advanced stitchers and I believe everyone has been happy with the instructions we’ve received.
Sherry S
Wonderful Goldwork

I took Kelleys Goldwork sampler course which covered all aspects of Goldwork and a few extras such as how to mount your work. A well designed course, very well delivered and a lot of fun. It has definitely improved my Goldwork skills! Kelley is enthusiastic and very helpful.
Barbara
What a Brilliant Experience!

I've just finished the class portion of Kelley's Goldwork Sampler and I'm really sad it's over. I have done a number of 2 day classes in this technique over the last few years, but I found working in this manner (Zoom classes at fortnightly intervals over nearly a year, with video clips of the techniques available through the portal) meant that if you found there was something that didn't make sense later, you could check back, or more importantly, ask a question at the next lesson. I've picked up on a lot of tiny things that have led to some very satisfying improvements in the quality of my work, learned some really useful techniques, and got links to sources of otherwise hard to find equipment. (Especially useful as I'm located down under in New Zealand.) Thank you Kelly for a wonderful experience - I had a blast!
Betty S