Learn the beautiful artform of contemporary beadwork with this hands-on workshop in Sydney. Discover how to add dimension, sparkle and texture to your garments through beading and appliqué, inspired by techniques used in contemporary fashion, millinery and textiles.
In this one-day course, you'll create a baroque-style beadwork sampler using materials like seed beads, sequins, crystals and fringing stitched onto silk organza with a rotating embroidery frame. You'll also discover how to professionally apply your beadwork as an appliqué to enhance any garment or textile project.
Open to all skill levels, this workshop is perfect for beginners or anyone curious about modern embellishment techniques. All essential materials are provided, including specialty threads and embellishments sourced from Europe, and you’ll gain lifetime access to the online course for future reference.
Course Content
- Intro to contemporary beadwork in fashion and design
- Learn layering techniques for 3D texture
- Create a sampler and apply as professional appliqué
Schedule & Pricing
- Date: Saturday, 23 May 2026
- Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Venue: Rozelle Campus, 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
- Cost: $239
You will learn
- Use beading needles and embroidery frames effectively
- Create decorative effects with sequins, crystals and beads
- Design and stitch a baroque-inspired beadwork sampler
You will get
- All specialty threads, embellishments, and silk organza provided
- Lifetime access to the online version of the course
- Option to purchase a 12" embroidery frame on the day
Appropriate for
Beginners, sewists, costume designers, and anyone curious about garment embellishment or handcrafts.
What to bring
- Basic sewing kit including needle, thread, pins and scissors
- Pencil or Frixion pen
- Optional: cash to purchase embroidery frame ($60)
What to wear
Casual
Sydney Community College
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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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