Step away to the Countryside
Escape the hustle and bustle for a peaceful morning or afternoon in the heart of Kinross-shire. In this mindful workshop, you’ll learn how to transform simple flags into a unique piece of interior art using soft felt shapes and decorative hand-stitching. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this experience is as much about relaxation and fresh country air as it is about creating something beautiful for your home.
What to Expect
Design & Cut: Start by choosing your colour palette from our range of high-quality felts. You’ll be guided through designing, cutting, and shaping your letters and motifs.
Stitch & Embellish: Learn how to secure your felt designs onto the bunting flags using beautiful embroidery techniques. We will cover essential stitches that add texture and detail.
Professional Finish: Under expert tuition, you’ll learn the tricks of the trade to ensure a clean, professional finish on your personalised bunting strand.
A Mindful Escape: Enjoy the process of slow stitching in our studio, surrounded by rolling views of the
Kinross-shire countryside.
What’s Included
All Materials: Ivory bunting flags, premium felts, and a variety of embroidery threads.
Expert Tuition: Step-by-step guidance on felt placement and embroidery construction.
Countryside Treats: Unlimited tea and coffee paired with delicious homemade cake.
Your Creation: A bespoke, hand-stitched name bunting ready to hang or give as a thoughtful gift.
Bonus: You will also receive a FREE gift to take home!
The Details
Location: Rural Kinross-shire (directions given on booking).
Duration: 3 hours.
Price: £75 per person (materials & refreshments included).
Getting to our Countryside Studio
We are a peaceful retreat easily accessible from across Central Scotland:
From Edinburgh: A scenic 45-minute drive via the M90.
From Glasgow: Approximately 1 hour via the A80/M80.
From Perth: Just 20 minutes south.
From Fife: Centrally located for a quick boutique craft getaway.
Please note that a car is needed due to our rural location.
Who is this for?
Interior Lovers: Those wanting a one-of-a-kind statement piece for a nursery or bedroom.
Gift-Givers: Create a handmade treasure for a loved one.
Friends & Groups: The perfect creative day trip from the city.
3 Hours of Creativity, Colour & Calm Transform a plain lampshade into a bespoke piece of art using felt shapes and embroidery stitching. Perfect for beginners or advanced crafters—no experience needed!
Workshop Itinerary
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Welcome & Inspiration (15 mins)
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Enjoy a warm drink and light refreshments.
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Introduction to the workshop and showcase of felt-on-shade design examples.
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Design & Placement (15 mins)
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Learn how to plan your layout on a cylinder shade.
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Basics of cutting and layering felt shapes for a 3D effect.
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Stitching the Foundation (45 mins)
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Step-by-step guidance on securing your first felt shapes.
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Introduction to simple embroidery stitches to add texture and detail.
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Tea Break (15 mins)
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Refreshments and sweet treats.
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A chance to chat and admire the evolving designs.
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Embellishment & Expansion (1 hour)
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Add more felt elements and experiment with decorative embroidery.
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Focus on fine details like stems, centers, or intricate patterns.
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Finishing Touches (20 mins)
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Final check of all attachments.
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Tidying up loose threads to ensure a professional, clean finish.
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Showcase & Wrap-Up (10 mins)
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Display your finished "Artful Shade" and take photos.
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Leave with a functional piece of art and a new set of stitching skills.
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Gift Vouchers
The Crafted Stitch Studio
Treat someone special to a countryside craft experience in the heart of Kinross-shire. This unique workshop blends felt flower making with embroidery, offering a mindful escape surrounded by nature. Your loved one will enjoy
Gift Experience Includes:
Step-by-step tuition in felt flowers & embroidery
All materials provided – soft felts, threads, needles & Plain Lampshade
Tea, coffee & homemade cake in a peaceful countryside setting
Their own handcrafted creations to take home
Gift Voucher Options:
Standard Experience – £75 per person
3-hour countryside workshop + refreshments + take-home creations
Location: Rural Kinross-shire (voucher holders receive booking details)
Valid for 12 months from purchase
Beautifully presented digital vouchers available instantly,
or printed gift vouchers can be posted for a special touch.