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Despite being an experienced textiles artist with more than 40 years’ experience, Janet Scruggs has found a great deal of value in the courses we offer, here at the School of Stitched Textiles. Janet decided to enrol onto our Hand Embroidery course which has taught her how to create her
Because our textile craft courses are lengthy, comprehensive programmes, for many they provide a much needed focus and direction. Whether it’s for a personal achievement, crafting for mindfulness or to advance professionally, hear from our graduate, Anne Hartland, who says our textiles courses were the very thing she’d been seeking
Are you still trying to decide which level to study at? As the UKs largest distance learning centre specialising in home-study textile craft courses we know that making a decision about which course to study can be a little overwhelming. To help you with your decision we’ve created a guide to choosing
Kim O’Rouke has been sewing for 40 years and has always loved being creative with textiles. However, a sudden and tragic loss of a close family member made her re-evaluate her life and career. Having almost completed an accredited course in Patchwork and Quilting discover how Kim’s life has changed
Whether you’re looking for that perfect gift for a stitching enthusiast or simply want to get your teeth into a good read this Christmas, we’ve curated our top picks of the latest releases. From Knitting to Felting with ribbon, Embroidery to Patchwork & Quilting there’s something for every crafter on
There are many reasons why our students choose to study a distance learning textiles craft course at the School of Stitched Textiles. Some are looking for an advanced learning programme to advance their knowledge and skills and others feel that it is simply time to do something for themselves. One
Like so many of our graduates Jenna has always loved sewing. As a teacher and owner of Exeter Sewing Machine Company the accredited educational programmes offered at the School of Stitched Textiles have given her the confidence to develop her own ideas and create her own unique Patchwork designs. Discover
We’ve previously discussed how popular TV shows like the Great British Sewing Bee have inspired the nation to embrace crafting; with over 1 million people taking up sewing in the last 3 years. Social media sites like YouTube and Pinterest have made it easier for us to access patterns and tutorials allowing us to learn
I must share some important news from City and Guilds regarding their 7716 textile courses – it is really important that anyone studying on these courses reads about the changes taking place.
Now, this may sound like an odd topic for a needlework blog, however do bear with me! More and more over the last 18 months or so I have noticed a disturbing trend in, well let’s say ‘less than supportive’ commenting on social media.
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