SS25HCP10 Memento Mori Pin Cushion (inspired by the Grove Book in the RSN Collections & Archive) NEW
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£292.00
This class is part of the RSN International Summer School 2025
Taking inspiration from the Grove Book Skull, a 15th-16th century needlework sample of Spanish origin, this deliciously macabre pincushion embodies the Elizabethan and Jacobean style of “Memento Mori” where images of skulls and skeletons were incorporated into everyday objects as a stoic reminder of our mortality and the importance of living life to the full.
Your experience will also include a viewing of the Grove Book, a rare treasure trove of historic textile samples collected from around the globe by Georgina Grove in the nineteenth century, held in the Royal School of Needlework Collection. This will be accompanied by a talk from a member of our expert curatorial team.
This design offers an introduction to basic Canvas Shading, a technique which uses small, precise, tent stitches to create variation in tone and shade for a realistic image. You will also learn how to fill the background with a choice of decorative canvas stitches and finish the design with stem-stitch lettering. Finally, you will be shown how to construct and fill the pincushion, ready for you to take home and put to good use!
The class kit will include everything you require to complete the project. You may like to bring your own embroidery scissors and you will be able to borrow ring frames, magnifiers and lights (if needed) on the day.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SUMMER SCHOOL BOOKINGS:
- If using a non-UK credit-card we very strongly recommend that you inform your bank or card provider of your intention to book with us in advance of booking to ensure a smooth international transaction.
- If you wish to book multiple places then please note that all places on one booking will be for the same session and classes. If you require places for different classes then separate a booking MUST be made.
- All bookings are non-refundable.
- All times given are UK BST. To check the class time in your local time zone please visit TimeAndDate.com.
- Please refer to the RSN International Summer School 2025 Important Information page for full details.
- The cost includes all tuition, kit, lunch each day, Talks and a welcome gift.
This class is part of the RSN International Summer School 2025
Taking inspiration from the Grove Book Skull, a 15th-16th century needlework sample of Spanish origin, this deliciously macabre pincushion embodies the Elizabethan and Jacobean style of “Memento Mori” where images of skulls and skeletons were incorporated into everyday objects as a stoic reminder of our mortality and the importance of living life to the full.
Your experience will also include a viewing of the Grove Book, a rare treasure trove of historic textile samples collected from around the globe by Georgina Grove in the nineteenth century, held in the Royal School of Needlework Collection. This will be accompanied by a talk from a member of our expert curatorial team.
This design offers an introduction to basic Canvas Shading, a technique which uses small, precise, tent stitches to create variation in tone and shade for a realistic image. You will also learn how to fill the background with a choice of decorative canvas stitches and finish the design with stem-stitch lettering. Finally, you will be shown how to construct and fill the pincushion, ready for you to take home and put to good use!
The class kit will include everything you require to complete the project. You may like to bring your own embroidery scissors and you will be able to borrow ring frames, magnifiers and lights (if needed) on the day.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SUMMER SCHOOL BOOKINGS:
- If using a non-UK credit-card we very strongly recommend that you inform your bank or card provider of your intention to book with us in advance of booking to ensure a smooth international transaction.
- If you wish to book multiple places then please note that all places on one booking will be for the same session and classes. If you require places for different classes then separate a booking MUST be made.
- All bookings are non-refundable.
- All times given are UK BST. To check the class time in your local time zone please visit TimeAndDate.com.
- Please refer to the RSN International Summer School 2025 Important Information page for full details.
- The cost includes all tuition, kit, lunch each day, Talks and a welcome gift.
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