West Ryde, Sydney

classes: Weaving

4.9 (229)

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.

Classes

Crochet Class for Absolute Beginners

4.9 (68)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$150 - $160

Hand Embroidery Class for Absolute Beginners

4.9 (45)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$185 - $200

Crochet a Granny Square Class

5.0 (12)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$140 - $150

Yarn Dyeing and Crochet Workshop

5.0 (12)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$140 - $150

2.5 Hour Embroidery Class for Absolute Beginners

5.0 (4)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$110 - $120

Learn to Knit for Absolute Beginners Course

5.0 (3)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$195 - $220

Dye Your Own Craft Supplies: Two Part Course

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$190 - $200

Beginners Design Skills Hand Embroidery Course

5.0 (1)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$220

Spinning Wheel Course for Beginners

5.0 (2)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$260

Make Your Own Pin Loom and Learn How to Weave Course

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$370 - $390

Private Crochet Course - Step 2 - Make More

5.0 (4)

Runs regularly

West Ryde

1 to 2 guests

$270

Learn Embroidery for Absolute Beginners

5.0 (43)

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 on 1

$130

Hand Embroidery Course for Beginners - 4 X Sessions

5.0 (8)

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 on 1

$200

Learn to Crochet and Make a Granny Square Course

4.8 (5)

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 on 1

$190

Mending and Upcycling Clothes for Beginners Course

5.0 (4)

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 to 2 guests

$220

Learn to Knit for Absolute Beginners Course from Home

5.0 (1)

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 on 1

$190

Learn Yarn Dyeing and Crocheting

4.5 (2)

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 on 1

$190

Hand Embroidery Next Step: Design Your Own Pattern

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 on 1

$190 - $220

Dye Your Own Textile Supplies at Home

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 to 2 guests

$220

How to Use a Spinning Wheel for Beginners

5.0 (1)

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

Craft kit delivered

1 to 2 guests

$260

Crochet for Beginners - Building Skills, Make More

Runs regularly

LIVE STREAMING

1 to 2 guests

$270

Meet Narda Campbell Designs

Narda Campbell is a Sydney fibre artist, designer and history nut inviting you to experience the joy of handmade textiles over a homemade mug of mocha.

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