Beginner Embroidery Workshop at the Rare Trades Centre

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Discover the timeless art of embroidery with award-winning artist Alison Cole.

Recreate a beautiful design inspired by heritage Chinese cloth from the Australian Centre for Gold Rush Collections, using classic stitches like satin, French knots, and more.

Perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, this hands-on experience will leave you with a stunning embroidered piece and a new passion for needlework.

Held at Ballarat’s Australian Centre for Rare Arts and Forgotten Trades, a world-class facility dedicated to learning and preserving Australia’s rare arts and trades through a series of workshops, masterclasses, events, and residencies.

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  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.

  • Sat 9 Aug 2025

10am–3:30pm

Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotten Trades

Bradshaw Street, Ballarat VIC 3350

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$180 per person


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Accessibility Information

  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.

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