Experimental Embroidery

Elnaz will guide you through a variety of beautiful and intricate techniques using an array of experimental threads and materials to create your own unique piece of art. The techniques that you will learn can be applied to any cloth and would be perfect applied to a gift or item of clothing for an extra special touch.

Experimental embroidery techniques are a great way to stay calm and reduce stress levels. So join Elnaz and enjoy the meditative wonder and allure of using metal and experimental threads to embellish cloth.

The workshop is suitable for all levels from beginners to those who are experienced and want a fresh approach, it is also suitable for those studying textiles, costume or fashion.

Artist bio:

Elnaz Yazdani is an embroidery artist and educator based in Yorkshire. Elnaz is dedicated to sharing her textile skills and promoting the importance of embroidery as an art form for the future and for community wellbeing.

Elnaz has taught embroidery throughout her community, within primary, secondary and higher education as well as community groups and organisations.

In 2020 Elnaz was commended for the teaching excellence award in embroidery via the Embroiderers Guild and became an Embroiderers Guild Scholar after the successful launch of her virtual embroidery school ‘Embroider Your Future’.

In 2025 Elnaz was awarded a Master of Arts by Research in recognition of a programme of work entitled ‘Rethinking Embroidery: Connecting, Embellishing and Transforming Communities Through Embroidery.

Her practice explores ways of transforming traditional embroidery techniques through her choice of unusual materials; she is inspired by industrial, upcycled materials and the ways in which she can embellish, connect or transform these items through stitch to develop a surface or form.

Her unique embroidery style has allowed her to work across community groups and organisations exploring the use of embroidery as a tool for social prescribing. Connecting, Embellishing and Transforming communities through stitch. Exhibiting embroidery work since graduating from her BA at Manchester School of Art in 2014.

Elnaz is available for workshops, talks, embroidery commissions, exhibitions and collaborative projects.

When attending a workshop you can receive 10% off within the Gallery Shop on the day of your session.

About the venue

Sunny Bank Mills is an inspirational cultural destination in the heart of the local community of Farsley, Leeds. Founded in 1829, these glorious Mills are being regenerated by the sixth generation of the family owners, creating a wonderful blend of work, leisure and culture.

Course terms and booking conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until 7 days before the scheduled start date. As materials and equipment are ordered in advance, we regret that refunds cannot be offered less than 7 days before the workshop date. Please note that Eventbrite’s booking fee is non-refundable.

If we need to cancel the course for any reason your ticket will be fully refunded.

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