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Button Making: Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
Button Making: Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
Button Making: Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
Button Making: Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
Button Making: Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
Button Making: Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
from AU$150.00
Next: Sun, 08 Nov 10:00AM (AEDT)
Button Making: Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
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by Handweavers & Spinners Guild of Victoria
4.9 across all classes · 656 reviews

Come along and learn the traditional craft of button making. We will be learning two types of buttons, Dorset and Yorkshire buttons. Buttons are made on a ring or woven on a small button loom. All supplies required will be provided. Just bring along your enthusiasm and some nimble fingers and you will go home with at least two completed buttons.



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Details

4 hours 30 minutes
HWSGV Studio, 653 Nicholson St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

You will learn

  • The history and technique of creating Dorset buttons and embellishment
  • How to make charming Yorkshire buttons using classic thread wrapping methods
  • Step-by-step guidance to complete at least one of each button style to take home

You will get

  • All materials are included to make a range of buttons

Appropriate for

Beginners welcome, no experience required

Preparation

What to bring

  • All materials are provided

What to wear

Casual Comfortable Clothing

Your Teacher

Helen is a textile maker, dabbling in embroidery, lace making, spinning and weaving. She loves all things textile and will happily play with anything she can get my hands on. Helen loves lost trades and is committed to ensuring they are not lost. She enjoys sharing her enthusiasm with others so they too can get lost in the mystique.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 7 days before class starts. Free of charge.
  • A transfer can be requested 7 days before the class starts. Free of charge.

No changes will be allowed after these times.

We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.

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