Hand Embroidery Course for Beginners - 4 X Sessions

With DIY craft kit delivered to you

Using one of my exclusive designs, try the art of hand stitching or 'slow stitch'.



4 x 1 hour Class size 1 on 1   $200 (Afterpay available)

How it works


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We'll send a ClassBento Box to you (a craft kit with what you'll need). Shipping is free, and you'll get your box delivered in time for your class. We ship nationwide.
Enjoy the online class - after booking, you'll get a link to join the interactive class.
Learn the fundamentals of embroidery with this live online course!
This course consists of four 1 hour sessions.
You will learn these stitches over the four workshops:
Session 1.
  • Running Stitch
  • Holbein/Double running stitch
  • Backstitch
  • Split stitch
  • Stem stitch
Session 2
  • Straight stitch
  • Cross stitch
  • Seed stitch
  • Satin stitch
  • Couching stitch
Session 3
  • Chain stitch
  • Feather stitch
  • Blanket stitch
  • Lazy daisy stitch
Session 4
  • Pistil stitch
  • French knots
  • Bullion stitch
Your Craft Box provides all the materials you need for this class series.
In this course, you use basic stitches to create a 10cm x 10cm piece of embroidery.
You will be using one of my original designs from my 'Doodle Birds & Butterflies' collection.
You can choose ONE of four designs.
The design is hand-drawn onto the fabric for your convenience.
1. Blue, white & black butterfly - 'To spend a day at leisure is to be immortal for a day.'
2. White, red & yellow butterfly - 'Live in the sunshine, Swim in the sea, Drink the wild air".
3. Bluebird - 'Words are not birds, once they have flown they can never be caught.'
4. Orange bird - 'It is better to know how to learn than to know.'
Please see the photos in the gallery.
These are my original designs from my 'Doodle Birds & Butterflies' series.

Upcoming dates for Hand Embroidery Course for Beginners - 4 X Sessions

Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 21 Oct 2026, 9:32am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

15 upcoming dates between 28 Oct 2026 and 16 Dec 2026.

  • Wed 28 Oct 2026, 11am-12pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Thu 29 Oct 2026, 7pm-8pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Wed 4 Nov 2026, 11am-12pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Thu 5 Nov 2026, 7pm-8pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Sat 7 Nov 2026, 10am-11am (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Wed 11 Nov 2026, 11am-12pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Thu 12 Nov 2026, 7pm-8pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Wed 18 Nov 2026, 11am-12pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Thu 19 Nov 2026, 7pm-8pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 10am-11am (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Wed 25 Nov 2026, 11am-12pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Thu 26 Nov 2026, 7pm-8pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Wed 2 Dec 2026, 11am-12pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Wed 9 Dec 2026, 11am-12pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
  • Wed 16 Dec 2026, 11am-12pm (then 3 more sessions at your choice of time)
What you'll get in your craft kit
  • A piece of cotton or linen hand dyed by me to practice on
  • Needles + a few pins
  • Thread to practice with
  • Small notebook
  • A spring tension hoop
  • Needle threader
  • Written instructions
  • Original hand-drawn design on piece of linen + the threads you need to complete the bird.
Knowledge required
For Beginners.
No knowledge needed.
What you'll need
Everything is provided.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Extra 1 x hour Embroidery ($65)
  • extra 2 hours ($100)
  • HSC student extra time - 2 X hours ($100)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Session repeats

After the first session, subsequent sessions can be arranged with the teacher, at a time that suits you.

Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 11 years old).

An adult must be present whilst kid(s) engage with the box.

This experience would also be a creative gift for her, gift for mum or Xmas gift.

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Recent reviews of Hand Embroidery Course for Beginners - 4 X Sessions

  • 5/5 from Rhonda Ebsary, attended Oct 2025: What an excellent workshop. Narda is a great teacher, not only does she show you how to do the stitches, but she also helps inspire you to do more embroidery. I learnt a lot and now want to do more. A very mindful hobby to have and Narda is only to happy to help grow your new passion. I will be checking out more of her classes. Highly recommended doing this workshop. From the wonderful kit supplied to the excellent teachings it is worth every penny.
  • 5/5 from Shreya Bhushan, attended Sep 2024: Great session. All the resources were shown. Practical session with different stitches was very useful.
  • 5/5 from Lauren Sargeant, attended Sep 2021: Narda is lovely, the kit she sent was of high quality, and I learnt a lot.
  • 5/5 from Rachael Havrlant, attended Sep 2021: Narda is a wonderful teacher and has been flexible in organising sessions. Perfect for beginners.
  • 5/5 from Gem, attended Jul 2021: Narda was very helpful and gave very clear instructions. Narda also answered all my questions and was lovely to work with. We were so impressed with the help offered and attention to detail. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from S Asifi, attended Sep 2020: Narda was so patient with our questions and so inspirational with her pieces. Everything was well run and received a lovely starter park!
  • 5/5 from Dee, attended Jul 2020: what a great experience. Narda Campbell was such a comfortable easy tutor. Any nerves I may have thought about having were very quickly swept aside due to her 'real' personality. She patiently explained the stitches and shared her knowledge (which is vast and fascinating) when it would help us. I felt like I had stumbled across someone who shared the same ideals as me and offered a a freedom of expression within the skill she was teaching.
  • 5/5 from Cassandra Williams, attended Jul 2020: Thankyou for a fantastic first lesson! Really beginner friendly, with very clear instructions and a relaxed feel to the session. I already have some stitches to play around with and practise, and I am looking forward to our next class!
Your teacher

Narda Campbell Designs
Narda Campbell Designs

Over 25 years experience in teaching & creating.

4.9 (238)
female Women-owned

As a fibre artist, designer, teacher, and history enthusiast, I am fascinated by all forms of colour and pattern in daily life as expressions of culture and identity.
I love teaching and sharing what I know, helping people to stretch their skills, create new experiences & explore their own creativity.
I firmly believe there is no such thing as a non-creative person.
Everyone has the potential to be creative.
It could be in cooking, gardening, interior design, writing, or, as in my case, fibre arts.
As a teacher with over 30 years of experience, I get a real buzz when a student who hasn't tried a specific craft before - not only masters it, but becomes excited by the ways they can use their new skill.
I started in Jewellery design when I was in my early 20s, and then discovered that all the things I love to do (design, dye, draw, felt, paint, etc.) can be applied to the practice of 'Hand or Surface Embroidery'.
I taught the 'Foundation course' in Colour & Design at the International School of Colour & Design.
I am a published textile designer & also ran week-long textile experiences in Tasmania during the January holidays for 8 years.
I have exhibited many of my pieces in a variety of spaces & had one piece auctioned off to raise money for the Embroiderers Guild of NSW.
My influences come from various parts of history, both ancient and modern, as well as the natural world (especially birds & fish) & the written word.
I love to read.
I collect folktales & poetry.
These interests often show up in my work - in quotes or images inspired by what I've read.
I bring all of these experiences & interests to my teaching of hand embroidery and encourage students to explore the potential of this ancient art form.
I also utilize these influences in my other design practices, including wirework, upcycling clothing & free form crochet and knitting.
I also teach spinning - I dye & spin my own yarn.
Please let me know if there is anything I can help you with.

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