Textile arts have a long and rich history, and they continue to be an important part of our cultural heritage today. Whether you are a seasoned textile artist or a beginner looking to learn a new skill, consider enrolling on a course at the School of Stitched Textile. SST is an online education resource centre offering a range of courses to help you explore the world of crafts.

Course Tiers at the School of Stitched Textiles

With a wide range of courses catering to different levels of experience and interests, there are many benefits to doing a creative course at The School of Stitched Textiles. Here’s a brief overview of each course tier:

Free Courses

School of Stitched Textiles have a few taster courses you can do for free. The free courses are great if you want to get a feel for what SST is all about. As the free courses have been designed to encourage mindfulness and relaxation, SST is happy for you to share the free courses with anyone you like.

Beginner Courses - 15% Off!

If you haven’t tried a textile craft before but would love to learn a new skill, the School of Stitched Textiles have a selection of beginner courses to choose from. The beginner courses are accessible online and can be done at your own pace. The beginner courses will also introduce you to the Creative Classroom - a dedicated online learning platform where you can track your progress, check off tasks and complete lessons.

As an exclusive bonus, you can get 15% off your first online beginner course with discount code: FABRIC15

Accredited Courses

School of Stitched Textiles accredited courses are designed for those who want to pursue a career within their craft niche or those who simply want to develop their skills to a higher level. The accredited courses are uniquely recognised by City and Guilds, who are globally renowned for their quality in teaching and assessments. Accredited courses are akin to going to college, as they are a comprehensive study programme lasting up to 2 years. If you’re serious about taking your hobby to the next level and have aspirations of teaching, workshopping or publishing books, then these courses are a must.

Master Practitioner Courses

Students can extend their education and enrol in one of the School of Stitched Textiles’ master practitioner courses. These courses are designed for experienced crafters and emergent artists, with the goal of each student establishing their own voice within their niche. These courses cover advanced techniques and skills and are taught one-on-one by experienced tutors with each module being tailored to the individual student. Students are given up to 3 years to complete the master practitioner course.

What You Can Learn at the School of Stitched Textiles

The School of Stitched Textiles has a long list of crafts you can learn, each one taught by experienced tutors. Here is every craft available at SST:

Stumpwork: A highly skilled and intricate form of 3D hand embroidery

Drawing for Design: Learn to draw and apply this knowledge to design

Machine Embroidery: Create decorative patterns on fabric using a sewing machine

Hand Embroidery: Embellish fabric with threads and beads by hand

Goldwork: This is a type of embroidery that uses metal threads to create intricate designs

Patchwork and Quilting: Learn how to sew patchwork quilts, cushions and more

Crochet: A single-hooked needlecraft where yarn is looped together

Knitting: A double-needle craft where loops of yarn are woven together

Applique: A layering design technique where fabric is decorated with smaller-shaped pieces of fabric

Needle Felting: A special needle is used to repeatedly poke and compress wool fibres, creating a dense, felted material that can be moulded into various shapes

Textiles: A course that mixes elements of both SST's Patchwork and Quilting course with Machine Embroidery.

Exploring these niches can help you develop new skills and techniques, and can provide you with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the world of textile crafts.

Conclusion

As you can see, the School of Stitched Textiles has a variety of tiers to suit different skill levels. If you haven’t tried a craft before, the SST has an excellent selection of crafts to try. Now is the best time to try a beginner course with 15% off. If you’re serious about elevating your skills and want to turn your passion into a career, the accredited courses and master practitioner courses are the perfect roadmap for your dream future.

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