Workshops with Hilary Torpey: Smocking

Develop Your Sewing Skills:
Workshops with Hilary Torpey

Summer Sewing Workshops with Hilary Torpey

We’re delighted to welcome sewing superstar Hilary Torpey back to Kirkby Gallery this summer for a special series of inspiring textile workshops.

Each subject is covered in detail over 2 sessions at a cost of £40 for members of our Friends of Kirkby Gallery group or £54 for non-members (includes a free one-year membership). It’s perfect for anyone looking to develop their hand-sewing skills and explore traditional techniques in a supportive, creative environment. Alternatively, you can book on to the entire course for a cost of £60 for members or £74 for non-members.

Under Hilary’s expert guidance, you’ll learn how to apply these techniques in practical ways, growing your confidence and developing your own unique hand-sewing style.

6 & 13 July – Smocking £40
1.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Fabric is gathered into pleats, with embroidery stitches worked over the surface to decorate and embellish.

20 & 27 July – Blackwork £40

1.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Create striking monochrome designs using a range of embroidery stitches.

3 & 10 August – Drawn Thread Work £40

1.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Remove threads and stitch to form delicate, lace-like patterns.

Booking Information

Cost: £40 per pair of sessions (Friends of Kirkby Gallery members) or £54 for non-members.

To book your place, please email:
galleries@knowsley.gov.uk

We’d love to see you there for a summer of creativity and skill-building.

Kirkby Gallery Team