Creative Monogramming

£310.00
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Location: Via Zoom

Length of Each Session: 2.5 hours 

Frequency of Session: One session per week for 6 weeks

A delicate monogram hand sewn in fine silks has long been seen as the height of sartorial sophistication. A traditional emblem of style on a gentlemen’s shirt or a gift that will be cherished forever, a monogram makes it personal. For over 100 years Savile Row tailors have been sending their shirts to Hand & Lock to monogram. The desire to add initials has since expanded to pyjamas, bath robes, wedding gifts, wallets, slippers, gloves, hats and more. Join us for 6 special weeks of Creative Monogramming learning this beautiful artform from our expert embroidery tutors.

Throughout this course, you will master the intricate art of setting up your embroidery frame, laying the foundation for your couture creations. You will go on to discover the meticulous process of transferring intricate designs onto luxurious fabrics, employing the refined Prick and Pounce method to ensure precision in every stitch. Guided by our couture embroidery mentors, you will be expertly shown the creation of personalised monograms, infused with your unique flair. Immerse yourself in the finesse of crafting handwritten phrases and elaborate lettering, transcending mere stitches to evoke emotion and narrative through every stroke. Within this immersive chapter, you will find the freedom to source your own materials, should you aspire to infuse your signature style into independent projects. Your personal hand monogramming style will flourish under the watchful eye of our expert mentors, ensuring your creative vision harmonises seamlessly with the techniques you've mastered.

All of the materials for this course will be sent out to you. You will need a 10 inch seat frame or an equivalent embroidery frame or slate frame for this class. You will need to supply your own embroidery equipment (scissors, needle threaders, daylight lights etc) to suit your learning needs. 

Please note that any additional products in your order will be sent with your class kit within the time frame stated below. To receive these items sooner please place this order separately to your course booking. 

All International Parcels will be shipped via express courier two weeks before this class is due to start. Please do not book onto this course if you are within the two week window before the course starts and you live outside of the UK. UK parcels will be shipped three days before the course is due to start. UK parcels will be shipped express via Royal Mail. Please note that the address that you book the course with will be the address that the kit is sent out to. Shipping will be calculated at the checkout. 

Our online courses are delivered via Zoom using a high quality visualiser. Please download Zoom before the course begins (we will send a guide on how to do this when the course is booked). We also have an accompanying WhatsApp group for each of our courses. This group enables you to connect with other students and the tutor by sharing photos of your progress. Please download WhatsApp before the course starts (we will also send a guide on how to do this when the course is booked). All of our online course sessions and recorded and sent out after the class for you to keep forever! They are sent on a link for you to download after the class so please don't worry if you miss a session of tutoring, you can always catch up using the recording. 

Please avoid placing orders to PO Boxes or third party courier companies, Hand & Lock cannot be held responsible for replacing kits, delays or additional costs that this may cause.

All our course times are run on UK time, please check here for help converting to another time zone.

Tutor Profiles

Our bespoke classes are taught be expert hand embroiderers who have worked in the couture industry for brands such as Alexander McQueen, Chanel, Dior, Valentino, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, YSL, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, Schiaparelli, Lanvin and Burberry to name a few. The classes will cover the basics, insider tips and practical application making sure students are fully equipped to go on and apply what they have learned to their own garments and develop their own unique styles. Our tutors are work embroiderers first and tutors second which means they are able to give you a unique insight into the magical world of couture hand embroidery. 

Read more about our amazing tutors here

Testimonials

If you would like to hear from some of our past students you can read our testimonials here.

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Important Information for Online Courses

Before ordering your online class please be aware of the following,

- Use an email address at checkout that you wish to be contacted on

- Make sure your Shipping address is correct for where you want your course kit sent

- Do not place orders to PO Boxes or Military addresses

- Any products ordered alongside your course will be dispatched with your course kit, as course kits are sent out two weeks before the course date if you are wanting your additional products sooner please order these separately

Location: Via Zoom

Length of Each Session: 2.5 hours 

Frequency of Session: One session per week for 6 weeks

A delicate monogram hand sewn in fine silks has long been seen as the height of sartorial sophistication. A traditional emblem of style on a gentlemen’s shirt or a gift that will be cherished forever, a monogram makes it personal. For over 100 years Savile Row tailors have been sending their shirts to Hand & Lock to monogram. The desire to add initials has since expanded to pyjamas, bath robes, wedding gifts, wallets, slippers, gloves, hats and more. Join us for 6 special weeks of Creative Monogramming learning this beautiful artform from our expert embroidery tutors.

Throughout this course, you will master the intricate art of setting up your embroidery frame, laying the foundation for your couture creations. You will go on to discover the meticulous process of transferring intricate designs onto luxurious fabrics, employing the refined Prick and Pounce method to ensure precision in every stitch. Guided by our couture embroidery mentors, you will be expertly shown the creation of personalised monograms, infused with your unique flair. Immerse yourself in the finesse of crafting handwritten phrases and elaborate lettering, transcending mere stitches to evoke emotion and narrative through every stroke. Within this immersive chapter, you will find the freedom to source your own materials, should you aspire to infuse your signature style into independent projects. Your personal hand monogramming style will flourish under the watchful eye of our expert mentors, ensuring your creative vision harmonises seamlessly with the techniques you've mastered.

All of the materials for this course will be sent out to you. You will need a 10 inch seat frame or an equivalent embroidery frame or slate frame for this class. You will need to supply your own embroidery equipment (scissors, needle threaders, daylight lights etc) to suit your learning needs. 

Please note that any additional products in your order will be sent with your class kit within the time frame stated below. To receive these items sooner please place this order separately to your course booking. 

All International Parcels will be shipped via express courier two weeks before this class is due to start. Please do not book onto this course if you are within the two week window before the course starts and you live outside of the UK. UK parcels will be shipped three days before the course is due to start. UK parcels will be shipped express via Royal Mail. Please note that the address that you book the course with will be the address that the kit is sent out to. Shipping will be calculated at the checkout. 

Our online courses are delivered via Zoom using a high quality visualiser. Please download Zoom before the course begins (we will send a guide on how to do this when the course is booked). We also have an accompanying WhatsApp group for each of our courses. This group enables you to connect with other students and the tutor by sharing photos of your progress. Please download WhatsApp before the course starts (we will also send a guide on h