Dried Flower Embroidery: Stitching with Foliage and Creating Floral Shapes with Olga Prinku

£295.00 GBP

Location: Hampton Court Palace
Techniques: Experimental Embroidery, Appliqué, Threadwork
Duration: 3 days. 10am - 4pm Daily.

Date & Time

Wednesday 3rd - Friday 5th March (10am - 4pm Daily)

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Course Description

Learn how to embroider with organic material in this three-day workshop. Make your own “floral pattern” using a selection of dried and preserved flowers and foliage, and gain confidence in working with organic material in an embroidery context. Olga will explain how she started embroidering with dried flowers and speak a little about her art practice and creativity with organic materials as a way of reconnecting with nature. You’ll learn how to stretch and secure the tulle fabric in the embroidery hoop, prepare the stems of the organic materials, and methods of attaching flowers to the fabric. Olga will explain what kinds of plant materials are suitable for embroidering with, that can be foraged for or grown in a garden. You’ll learn how to create fan-like flower shapes and branching structures to form flowing organic patterns within a large embroidery hoop. You’ll practice how to use the blanket stitch, fishbone and chainstitch to attach and embellish foliage and stems. Olga will provide guidance on distributing the various organic materials within the circular shape to achieve a balanced design. All tools and materials will be provided including plant material for stitching with – such as ferns, statice flowers and flax seedpods – and tulle fabric and thread. In total the design uses three types of foliage, three types of seedheads and three types of flowers. You will get advice on options for framing and display.

stitching experience a bonus

What you will need to bring

All of the specialist materials and equipment required for the course will be provided for you. We recommend bringing a notebook and pen if you would like to make notes throughout the course. And if you have a favourite mug, feel free to bring it along for your refreshment breaks!

Tutor Biography

Olga Prinku

Olga Prinku is an embroidery artist based in North Yorkshire. She created the concept of dried flower embroidery in 2016 and her first book – Dried Flower Embroidery: An Introduction to the Art of Flowers on Tulle – was published by Quadrille in 2021. Olga’s bio-tapestry artworks have been exhibited across the UK and internationally, and she has been featured in print media around the world. Olga was Artist in Residence with the Wainwright Prize for nature writing in 2023, held her first solo exhibition at the National Trust property Hidcote in 2024, and was a finalist in the QEST Sanderson Rising Star Award in 2025. She is the Clothworkers Company QEST Scholar for 2025-2026 and a UK Crafts Council Champion. Olga has collaborated with brands including Anthropologie, Swarovski and 3Paradis, guest tutored at the Métiers d’Art Embroidery Fellowship with the Kings Foundation at Highgrove, and has been a mentor with the Hand and Lock Embroidery Prize since 2022.

Important Venue Information

Please note this is an in-person class at Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey KT8 9AU.

On Arrival

Access to Hampton Court Palace is security controlled. Access to the Palace grounds is only available via the main Palace gate (Trophy Gate) - this is the large gate closest to Hampton Court Bridge. Access is currently not available via other gates. On arrival, walk down the drive to the Palace itself and then around the left-hand (north) side of the building until you see the vehicle security barrier and the entrance to the Security Office.

There will be a member of staff to meet you outside the Security Office at 9.45am to escort you to the classroom. You will be issued a visitor pass - please make sure that you wear this and that it is visible at all times.

Accessibility

Hampton Court Palace dates back to the 14th Century. The main RSN classrooms are on the 3rd floor which can be accessed by the Chocolate Court Stairs in Fountain Court, whilst the other classroom has an additional six steps in order to access it. The palace is very old and the walk to our classrooms may have uneven surfaces, for example cobbles, worn steps, uneven steps and slopes. Please choose footwear that is comfortable and appropriate for the conditions. Some surfaces may be slippery, particularly if they are wet from rain. There is a lift available for acces from Fountain Court to the RSN apartments but access is prioritised for those with mobility issues.

Breaks and Lunchtime

Refreshments will be provided in the morning. You may take your lunch break in our break room or within the Palace gardens. Please bring a packed lunch and drink with you as there are only two sets of Palace facilities and there are likely to be lengthy queues at lunchtime. Please remember to wear your pass at all times.

Access to toilets

There two upstairs toilets will be available, Additional toilet facilities are available in Fountain Court.

Staff

The RSN Education Team are not onsite at the weekend so please do not expect to see any on your visit, if you need to speak with or contact a member of the team please email education@royal-needlework.co.uk in the first instance.

Materials

Your kit will be ready for you in the classroom. Any additional equipment will be available to purchase or borrow from the RSN on the day. It is useful to bring a notepad and pen, a thimble if you use one and a pair of sharp, favoured embroidery scissors.

RSN Shop

The shop is located on the ground floor next to the East Front Gate and will be open between 11am-4pm. We do have a 'click and collect' pickup service option if you wish to order anything from the shop in advance and pick it up when you attend for your class. This option is available at the Online Shop checkout. Please note that five working days notice must be given to use the shop pickup service.

Photography

You may take photographs of your own work in progress, or of other students’ work with their permission. Photography of work on the walls or any RSN collection pieces is not permitted in any area of the RSN. From time to time we may wish to take photographs of your class and work in progress for publicity material to be used on-line and in print. If you would prefer not to be included in these photographs please let us know.

Checklist BEFORE you Leave Home

[ ] HCP Pass – if you have one
[ ] Embroidery Scissors
[ ] Pen and paper
[ ] Drink and packed lunch

SKU: HCP27030

Dried Flower Embroidery: Stitching with Foliage and Creating Floral Shapes with Olga Prinku

£295.00 GBP

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