Couture Beading and Embellishment Beginners Course

Learn the Luneville embellishment technique practiced in the couture houses of Paris!


Couture Bead Masters
Couture Bead Masters
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2 x 6.5 hours Class size 5 to 10 guests    

$350 ($1,500 per class surcharge applies for private classes)

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This is a unique opportunity to learn Couture beading and embellishment with Couture dress designer Charlotte Appleby in the Blue Mountains!
This two-day course gives an in-depth approach to tambour beading and couture embellishments practised in the Couture houses of Paris today. It will cover the tambour beading technique using silk organza, seed beads and bugle beads to cover the basic chain stitch and a vermicelli design. The second day will cover couture embellishments including ribbonwork, three-dimensional beadwork and flowers.
Course outline:
Day one:
  • Learn how to create a solid framework for beading using silk organza on a rotating frame. This technique can be applied to larger frames to bead panels for a garment.
  • The main focus is on the basic chain stitch using a tambour hook correctly set up for silk organza.
  • Learn how to create a secure knot and change direction.
  • Seed beads and bugle beads are used to start tambour beading with a variety of techniques including vermicelli.
Day two:
Couture embellishments including ribbonwork are taught using a beading needle and thread to create a variety of texture and dimension with three-dimensional beadwork, clusters, raised beadwork and brickwork for trims and edging.
Please remember although you will be learning in a mixed technique group, your class is tailored specifically to your progress.
Tambour hook, needle and frame can be hired ($25) or purchased on the day ($65). If purchased, you will take this home with you after class. Extra specialist supplies can also be purchased throughout weekend at 20% off.

Knowledge required
Both beginners and students with some experience are welcome.
 
What you'll get
  • You will take home a completed piece of couture beaded silk organza with a variety of techniques.
  • All materials are included including couture beading thread, silk organza, beads, sequins, ribbons, bugle beads, seed and cut beads.
  • Vegetarian lunch and refreshments are included.
What to bring
Basic sewing kit and 4" g-clamp (purchase from Bunnings).
 
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive days.

Suitable for

This class is great for a hens party.

Location

Cottage Studio - 2A St Andrews Rd, Leura NSW

Your teacher can also travel within 100 kms of Leura, to a venue of your choice for a private class

Couture Beading and Embellishment Beginners Course location
Your teacher

Couture Bead Masters
Couture Bead Masters

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Couture Bead Masters is founded by Charlotte Appleby a British Couture dress designer, trained at London College of Fashion in Handcraft and Production tailoring. I initially worked within fashion, film and theatre before setting up my own business The English Tailoress. I always had a passion for couture beading and applied it to many of my eveningwear and bridal designs. I learnt the skill in 2007 through a workshop and became hooked on the ‘Luneville’ technique. This technique is practised in the couture houses in Paris today however its origin dates to the early 1800s.
I celebrate the traditional art of couture beading and share my experience with other designers, enthusiasts and companies worldwide. I set up Couture Bead Masters to maintain these artisanal skills within the industry to keep the traditional techniques alive.
Alongside my private commission work, I educate Internationally running workshops and courses teaching specialist skills executed in my work. I also provide specialist couture supplies and online resources sharing my knowledge and continued appreciation of couture beading and embellishment.
2025-01-03 15:00:00
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