In partnership with The Barakat Trust and as part of London Craft Week, join our hands-on workshop to learn how to stitch your own embroidered square, inspired by the designs of a beautiful Yemeni dress.
In partnership with The Barakat Trust and as part of London Craft Week, join our hands-on workshop to learn how to stitch your own embroidered square, inspired by the designs of a beautiful Yemeni dress.
Led by Nouria Nagi, OBE (founder of Yemen Noor Foundation for Education and Relief), she will talk about the important role that embroidery plays in her country, Yemen, and will explain more about a special project to teach fellow women to create beautiful wall hangings and cushions inspired by forgotten designs.
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This workshop is suitable for children aged 5-11yrs.
Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer during the workshop (please note, workshops are not drop-off).
Accompanying adults (1 adult per child) come for free and admission to the historic house is included.
The workshop will take place in the Learning Centre at Leighton House.
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12 Holland Park Road, London, Greater London, W14 8LZ
020 7361 3783
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Opening hours
Wednesdays to Mondays, 10am – 5:30pm
Last entry 4:30pm
Refurbishments
In October 2022 Leighton House completed a major redevelopment that has provided the museum with improved visitor facilities, additional exhibition space, a dedicated learning centre and a brand new cafe overlooking the garden, all located in a new wing which also houses a welcoming reception area and shop.
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