Step inside the world of Parisian couture and discover the exquisite artistry of haute couture beading and embellishment. Over two immersive days, you’ll explore the same techniques used in the ateliers of the great fashion houses, mastering both traditional tambour beading and intricate couture embellishment methods.
Under the guidance of an expert tutor, you’ll begin with the foundations of tambour beading on silk organza, using seed beads, cut beads, and bugle beads to create elegant chain stitch and vermicelli patterns. You’ll then move into the world of couture embellishments — from ribbon work to 3D beadwork and delicate floral designs — crafting beautiful, dimensional samples that showcase your new skills.
Whether you’re a designer, sewist, costumer, or simply passionate about fine handcraft, this course offers the chance to elevate your technical expertise and creative expression.
Course Outline
- Day 1 – Tambour beading foundations: Learn about specialist supplies, frame preparation, testing threads, and initial beading techniques.
- Day 2 – Advanced embellishment: Focus on sequins, Ari technique patterns, ribbon work, 3D beadwork, and composite sample design.
Schedule & Pricing
- Dates: 09–10 May 2026
- Time: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm each day
- Cost: $469
- Location: Sydney Community College, Rozelle Campus
You will learn
- Master tambour beading techniques with industry tools
- Complete a vermicelli pattern using the Ari technique
- Create advanced embellishments like ribbon work and 3D beadwork
You will get
- All materials including thread, organza, beads, sequins, and ribbons
- Optional use of tambour hook, needle, and frame during class
- Expert tuition and finished samples to take home
Appropriate for
Beginners to experienced makers, including sewing enthusiasts, fashion students, designers, costumers, and tailors.
What to bring
- Basic sewing kit
- Optional: cash ($70) for purchasing tambour hook, needle, and frame
What to wear
Sydney Community College
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The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
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 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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