Thu 17 Dec
|The Yard, Ely
Christmas Sip and Stitch Silver Snowflakes - Ely
Join us for an evening of drinks, chat and creative fun. Use glass beads and real silver wires to embroider your own snowflake decoration.
Date and Time
17 Dec 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
The Yard, Ely
Looking for a bit of sparkle this Christmas? This month we'll be stitching silver snowflake decorations, perfect for your own Christmas tree, or as a lovely handmade gift. Using natural wool, glass beads and metal wires, you'll follow step-by-step instructions to craft your own unique snowflake.
Along the way, you'll learn traditional embroidery techniques, including beadwork and goldwork. Whether you're new to stitching or an experienced maker, this workshop will guide you through each stage in a fun, relaxed setting. No previous experience is needed, and all materials are provided. Just bring yourself and your creativity!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Two and a half hour evening session
Materials and equipment provided
Social atmosphere in a local bar or pub
Beginner-friendly, step-by-step instructions
WHAT WILL I DO?
Grab a drink
Bring your friends, grab a drink and settle down for a fun evening of social stitching.
Pick a colour
You can choose from three colours of lovely natural wool felt as your background.
Add beads and goldwork wires
Add your shimmering glass beads and intricate real silver wires. We'll take it step-by-step to create your beautiful snowflake design.
Finish with a silk hanging ribbon
Complete your decoration with a fine silk ribbon and backing felt. Take home and enjoy!
WHAT WILL I TAKE AWAY?
A beautiful handmade snowflake decoration made from natural wool, glass beads and real silver wires.
MATERIALS
Natural wool felt
Silver-plated goldwork wires
Silver-plated glass beads
Cotton thread
Natural silk ribbon
Vegan option available on request - please contact me before purchasing.
TECHNIQUES
Beadwork
Attaching beads to fabric as decoration dates back thousands of years. There are early examples from ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Native American cultures. Glass seed beads were developed by the Romans and mechanised in Bohemia (now the Czech Republic) in the 19th century, when beadwork embroidery became popular for decorating garments and accessories.
Goldwork
Goldwork uses precious metal threads and wires to decorate cloth. It has also been around for thousands of years and is thought to have originated in China. Modern European goldwork materials and techniques date to the Middle Ages, when they were mainly used to decorate religious garments and fabrics.
ADDRESS
The Yard by Silver Oak, 35A Newnham St, ELY CB7 4PG (google maps)
ACCESSIBILITY
The venue has step-free access. There is a free council-run car park behind the venue - Newnham Street Car Park.
Written instructions for the activity can be provided on request.
If you have any accessibility requirements or questions about the venue please get in touch. I am very happy to make adjustments where possible.
Tickets
Standard Ticket
£35.00
Total
£0.00
