Discover the art of thread painting, also known as silk shading, a technique that blends colour, texture and form.

Course information

During this course you will learn - 

  • colour theory and the impact of complimentary colours and material choice
  • colour blending and shading with stitch
  • how to create realistic and artistic embroidered images

Entry requirements

  • You must be 19 or over to enrol on this course
  • No prior experience needed

Course duration

2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

Start date

Please enquire to register your interest

Course fee

Fees apply to the 2025/2026 academic year which runs from September 2025 to August 2026

£135

Free, subject to eligibility

If you are eligible for a fee remission, the course may be free for you to attend

The Avenues Adult Education Centre

Address: The Avenues Adult Education Centre
Park Avenue
Hull
HU5 4DA

Telephone: 01482 615 349