Do I need prior embroidery experience?

No—this workshop is beginner-friendly; instructors teach basic stitches and composition as part of the class.

Is everything supplied?

Yes—hoop, Nottingham Lace tulle, a selection of dried flowers, embroidery and sewing threads, plus a refreshment are included.

Can I bring my own flowers or fabric?

Yes—bringing small textiles or pressed botanicals is encouraged if you want to personalize your piece.

Is the venue accessible by public transport?

Yes—the Debbie Bryan venue is in Nottingham city centre near major bus routes and walking distance from central stations.

Are children allowed?

The class suits adults and older teens; check with the organizer for age restrictions or family sessions.

How should I care for my finished hoop?

Keep it out of direct sunlight and high humidity; consider a frame or shadowbox to protect fragile petals and tulle.

Dried Flower Embroidery Workshop in Nottingham: Make a Lace-Tulle Hoop | Workshop | Eco Tour

On a spring Sunday in the heart of Nottingham, Sunday 26th April • Dried Flower Embroidery invites makers to a two-hour workshop at Debbie Bryan on St Peter's Gate, Nottingham NG1 2JG, UK. This compact, hands-on class teaches a gentle mixed-media technique: arranging preserved blooms on Nottingham Lace tulle and stitching them into a framed embroidery hoop. You’ll arrive to a spread of dried florals, embroidery threads and sewing supplies, and leave with a finished hoop ready to hang or gift.

The session is designed for beginners and curious crafters alike. In clear, patient stages you’ll learn how to select complementary stems, stabilize delicate petals with tulle, and combine simple hand embroidery stitches to add line, texture and structure. The tactile contrast between brittle dried petals and the soft loop of thread is unexpectedly satisfying; small stitches secure natural shapes so they read as botanical illustration and personal keepsake. Debbie Bryan supplies the hoop, Nottingham Lace tulle, a curated palette of dried flowers, and both embroidery and sewing threads, plus a sweet refreshment to keep hands nimble.

What makes this class uniquely Nottingham is the lace fabric itself: the city’s lace-making heritage—built across the 19th century—lends a historic thread to contemporary craft, pairing regional textile tradition with sustainable materials and recycled textiles. The instructor’s emphasis on reuse and seasonality turns leftover stems and rescued fabric into something new, pushing a low-waste ethos into the gift economy—ideal timing if you’re making a Mother’s Day present.

Practical details matter: the workshop runs two hours and is held in Nottingham city centre, an easy walk from public transport. The small-group format keeps guidance personal, so you’ll finish with a refined hoop and confident hands. This is not a fast-production craft class; it rewards careful composition and slow stitching, so bring patience, a sense of color and the phone camera for progress shots.

Plan a little extra time to explore the nearby Lace Market and the riverside walk after class, or to pick up local paper supplies if you want to frame your work professionally. Whether you’re visiting Nottingham or live locally, the Dried Flower Embroidery workshop at Debbie Bryan offers a focused, restorative creative morning that ties local craft history to contemporary sustainability—hands-on, considered, and genuinely giftable.

Materials and instruction are included, but if you have treasured textiles, a vintage scarf, a torn linen napkin, or a pressed herb you collected, bring them to personalize your piece; small scissors and a magnifier won’t hurt. The class suits adults and older teens who enjoy hands-on slow craft; it’s an excellent complement to a weekend in Nottingham, and booking in advance is advised because sessions are intimate and fill before holiday dates like Mother’s Day.

About Debbie Bryan

Debbie Bryan is a Nottingham-based creative studio and tea room specialising in hands-on craft workshops, knitting classes, and curated afternoon tea experiences. Located in the Lace Market district, the venue hosts a wide range of sessions for adults, teens and children, including knitting workshops (Intarsia, Gansey, Fair Isle, beginners), seasonal craft of the month sessions, plate and glass painting, wreath making, embroidery, candle painting, and clay play. Many sessions are led by experienced tutors and visiting specialists, including award-winning knitwear designer Tanya for advanced knitting workshops. The team at Debbie Bryan provides all materials, step-by-step instruction and a relaxed, social environment suitable for beginners through advanced makers. The on-site tea room offers more than twenty specialty teas alongside freshly prepared sandwiches, scones and cakes, and table reservations can be credited towards food and drink.

Regular seasonal offerings and themed events — such as Christmas wreath-making and monthly craft features — ensure a varied calendar for visitors and gift-bookings. The business emphasises careful preparation, small group sizes and a focus on craftsmanship to help attendees complete a memorable handmade keepsake. Debbie Bryan operates public craft sessions, private group bookings and children’s crafternoons designed for family-friendly creativity. The combination of practical tuition, hospitality and a central Nottingham location makes Debbie Bryan a reliable choice for those seeking creative days out, skill-building workshops, and memorable afternoon tea experiences. Bookings are available online and as gift vouchers, and the venue accommodates both individual learners and bespoke private events for groups of varied sizes comfortably.