Beginner to Intermediate

Embroidery Essentials

Bees, daisies and a little bit of joy — all on a hoop.

5 hours

Max 6 students

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Embroidery Essentials

Beginner to Intermediate

Bees, daisies and a little bit of joy — all on a hoop.

The Busy Bumble Bees kit is a playful, cheerful embroidery project featuring daisies and bees stitched on soft blue-grey fabric. It's the perfect introduction to hand embroidery — a relaxing, rewarding multi-session project you can pick up and put down whenever you need a moment of calm.

Designed for beginners and beautifully packaged, it also makes a lovely gift for anyone who loves nature, mindful making, or just something pretty to stitch.

This kit has been selected by Ali Dibley, Usefulbox's embroidery artist and creative powerhouse. If you love it and want to go further, Ali runs regular embroidery workshops right here in the studio.

SKILL LEVEL --> BEGINNER

No experience needed Perfect for anyone wanting a relaxing, creative project at home

Why you'll love this course

Everything you need in one beautifully curated kit

Learn four foundational embroidery stitches

A mindful, meditative project you can return to again and again

Makes a wonderful gift — or a treat for yourself

Designed and curated with beginners in mind-A relaxing, mindful creative experience

Perfect introduction to embroidery

What you will learn

How to stretch fabric onto an embroidery hoop

How to thread your needle and start stitching

A range of simple embroidery stitches - Back stitch, French knot, Lazy daisy, Satin stitch

How to finish your stitches neatly

Class format

Small group (3–6 students)

Step-by-step guidance in a relaxed, supportive environment

Learn at your own pace

Please note: Depending on your stitching speed and design choices, you may not complete your piece in class. Ali will guide you on how to finish it at home.

What's included

Starter kit — hoop, fabric, needles and threads

5 hours of expert tuition

A calm, supportive and creative atmosphere

Tea and coffee throughout

What to bring

Your glasses if you need them

Your lunch — fridge and microwave available, or head to a nearby café

Your teacher

Ali Dibley

Ali Dibley is an embroidery artist and sustainable fashion advocate. With a fashion background from University of Technology Sydney, she’s worked in bridal dressmaking, teaching and vintage hire. She loves reworking garments and adding a little sparkle.

$160per person

Choose a date

Sat, 29 August

12:00 AM – 5:30 AM

with Ali Dibley

6 spots available

$160

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Access via stairs only