Gallery76 by the Embroiderers' Guild NSW

Join us for some light refreshments to celebrate the opening of our inaugural Roma Field Competition for traditional embroidery. All entries will be on show from both the Guild Members and Tutors categories, and the winners will also be announced.

A two-day practical workshop to learn how to create an open weave, lacy felted fabric. Various wet felting techniques combine wool, silk and other natural fibres into a unique lace structure which can be further embellished with hand and/or machine embroidery. These techniques can be used to create standalone artworks or developed into wearables, 3D objects or mixed media projects. Beginners or experienced participants wanting to explore new ideas all welcome. Class is held 10am-3.30pm (30-min lunch). Participants will be provided with a ‘material requirements' list and have the option to purchase items that may not be routinely in their stash. The workshop will be run by Helen MacRitchie whose exhibition "Topophilia: a sense of belonging" is Gallery76 in September 2022. Helen is a textile artist currently based in Oxfordshire UK, who uses wet felted wool as her base of choice with free machine or hand embroidery blended to create layered textural surfaces or sculptural forms.

Join artist Helen MacRitchie as she shares the story behind "Topophilia: a sense of belonging." This exhibition has been inspired by examining her life across three countries, reflecting on her feeling of home for each. In this session, Helen will speak about the places, ancestry and memories which have informed this body of work, then expand on the materials, techniques and knotting that are central to the felted pieces featured in "Topophilia."

Join us for some light refreshments to celebrate the opening of our September exhibitions: - 'Topophilia: a sense of belonging' by Helen MacRitchie - 'ABANDON' by Leonie Andrews Be among the first to view the latest work of these two talented artists!

Exhibition of Historic & Contemporary Goldwork| Workshops | Taster Classes | One Day Conference [Sat 23 July]

'Silk Inroads' is a collaborative community project which explores the visual heritage of countries along the ancient Silk Road trade route including Uzbekistan, Iran, Afghanistan and India. It features a free exhibition (4-29 June) plus a range of public events detailed below. The project is led by artist Natalie Fisher from Artweave Originals whose work has been exhibited in galleries, mosques and Persian rug showrooms in Australia and overseas.

Be first to get a glimpse of the work of these two incredible artists: Samantha Tannous’ 'Under Cover' layers colourful metaphors of conspicuous camouflage from the animal and insect worlds onto the complex female psyche. Works include wall hangings and soft felt sculptures. Julya Hegarty has used Sunshine Coast landscapes to consider beach life and its link to Australian character. Her 'Rock Pool Wanderings – Exploration of Identity' features stunning wall pieces and sculptural Raffia.

Open days at the Embroiderers' Guild NSW for students, teachers, and teachers-in-training. Talks, tours of the historic embroidery collection and specialist textile art library, hands-on-embroidery stations and more!

Join us to celebrate the opening of 'Heirloom: A Celebration of Herstories' - a celebration of inheritance, of grandmothers, of the ephemeral wild and those invisible threads that move and shape us no matter how seemingly distant and unknown. Taking inspiration from the traditional Polish ‘wianek’ (flower crown), each wearable piece utilises vintage Polish linen Australiana textiles, Japanese linen/silk threads, and materials from the wild. Featured Artwork: 'Heirloom Wianek' by Grace Pundyk.

Join us to celebrate the opening of the 'Wild Wool: Australian Art Felting’ exhibition, showcasing felt-based work from artists across Australia. Featured Artwork: Detail of "Hope" by Catherine O'Leary

a talk held by Embroiderers' Guild NSW with Alison Snepp. She will be showing us bags from her many travels and giving a talk on same.

Solo exhibition at Gallery76 by artist Joy Smith. Although the gallery is open to the public 7 days a week, we have decided to take the exhibition opening online due to ongoing capacity restrictions. Join us at 5PM Friday 5 November for the official opening which includes a virtual tour and brief address by the artist. The opening will be hosted via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent to ticket holders via email prior to the event.

The biennial embroidery art prize for members of the Embroiderers' Guild NSW. For the first time ever, this event will be held online. The exhibition will be opened by Lisa Haviliah, Chief Executive of the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences. A link to the Zoom meeting will be sent to ticket holders before the event.

The inaugural Australian Fibre Art Awards, an initiative of ArtWear Publications. The exhibition is scheduled to be opened at 4PM on Saturday 4 September. Due to the extension of the Sydney lockdown we have decided to take this event online. Event includes exhibition tour and awarding of prizes. The exhibition will be opened and prizes awarded by Her Excellency Margaret Beazley AC QC, Governor of New South Wales. A zoom link will be sent to ticket holders prior to the event.

Discover Embroidery at the Embroiderers' Guild NSW. This August we have an exhibition of HSC and Textile Major works as well as open days for teachers and students - loads of helpful embroidery resources to take away! Student Open Day | 10 - 2 |Saturday 14 August $8 All Materials Included Teachers Open Day | 10 - 2 | Sunday 15 August $12 All Materials and Morning Tea Included (Teachers in training also welcome!) Full Programme Below:

Embroiderers' Guild NSW, 76 Queen Street, Concord West.

Exhibition of Historic & Contemporary Lace | Workshops | Taster Classes | Two Day Conference - Lace Looking Forward [Sat 20 June], Lace Looking Back [Sat 21 June]

Let's change our minds about embroidery! Is there a right way to do things? Do I have to follow a pattern? What if I've never stitched before? Hey, what if I can't thread a needle? What is I'm a pro - is there anything new to learn? It's time to CHANGE IT UP people! Bring along some old clothes or tea towels to stitch on (or grab some scrap fabric here) and learn how to free hand embroider on ... whatever! FREE event Sydney Craft Week. Tickets essential to ensure we adhere to Covid Capacity.

Hobby to side-hustle, Crossing Threads evolved to a commercially viable business with domestic & international clientele. Featured in The Design Files, SBS Australia, ModernMet, In Her Studio, & recently collaborated with Wrangler Australia. Join us for three afternoon talks & learn how you can professionalise your art or creative practice: 1) The Power of Social Media & Storytelling 2) Lessons Learned Starting a Creative Business 3) Beyond the Studio: The Business Behind Being a Creative

A joint exhibition of 1920s dress and fashion pieces by The Cavalcade of History and Fashion and The Embroiderers' Guild NSW. Events, workshops and talks by subject experts with presentation of original pieces.

A day for ALL sampler enthusiasts including to enjoy the insights of a variety of experts on the practice of historic sampler making - day will include presentations, Q&As, as well as a catered Morning Tea, Lunch, & Drinks Reception held in the Gallery in the evening to enjoy the historic and contemporary sampler exhibition in the company of other like-minded enthusiasts! Book before Feb 1st & SAVE up to $20! Speakers include Vivien Caughley (NZ) & Sandra Moffitt (Hands Across the Sea)

Join us for the opening night of 'Traversing Textiles' - An exhibition of textile works by students at the Australian Catholic University. A great opportunity for Students to meet members of the Embroiderers' Guild NSW, explore the resources available at the Guild's HQ, and gain career experience!