Frequently Asked Questions

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I've done a little machine embroidery, is this course still suitable for me?

This course is a great taster, a starting point for learning many techniques of machine embroidery. But not only that, developing design skills is also a key element.

I'm a complete machine embroidery NOVICE, is this course suitable for me?

Absolutely! It takes you from the basics and builds your learning & skills step-by-step in short well-designed tutorials.

You will build your design skills and grow confidence in free machine embroidery skills too.

Why is this called a 'Taster' course?

Our 'Inspired To Create' series of design & stitch online courses is made up of 3 levels. 'Foundations', 'Exploring Opportunities' & 'Extending Creative Horizons'. These are in-depth courses which take from 40 hours to over 100 hours of typical practical course work.

This Taster course is a self-contained, 'scaled-down' version of the Foundations course. It will give you a valuable learning experience, with One Section. You spend at least 15 hours on your practical work.

You can experience the style, structure, and content of those more detailed courses.

When does the course start & finish?

The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.

How much time will I need to spend on doing this course?

This is a practical course so please expect to take at least 15 hours working through the course lessons and doing the practical exercises. Take as long as you like. The more you practise and experiment, the more skills and confidence you will develop.

What if I 'fall behind' - is that a problem?

'Falling behind' doesn't happen in this course because you work through it at your own pace.

However, there are live Zoom social 'show and tell' sessions to provide additional support and encouragement so attending these will help you keep your momentum going so you keep going and TAKE ACTION to apply your learning.

What if I can't attend the live Zoom sessions?

Life happens. We are in different time zones. So please don't worry. These sessions are a bonus addition for course students. They are social sessions where you can chat through your progress or even 'sticking points' with other like-minded souls.

You are welcome to submit your specific course-topic related questions within the course, and our expert tutor will pop in and answer those for you.

And pleased be re-assured that if you can't or don't want to attend, you are not missing anything from the course, these are simply a bonus to include some socialising if you want to join in.

How long do I have access to the course?

How does lifetime access sound? Well to be more specific, you have access to the course for as long as it exists online. You also get all updates too. After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course across any and all devices you own.

If we decide to retire this course in the future, you will be given plenty of advance notification and be advised of what your options are. OK?

Do I need a fancy expensive sewing machine to take part in this course?

ABSOLUTELY NOT

A sewing machine that is capable of doing basic zig zag and where you can alter stitch length and width, and lower the 'feed dogs' is all you need.

Nothing fancy, nothing expensive, nothing new.

Can I buy this course as a GIFT?

Yes. It's super easy to buy any of our courses as a gift for someone else.

Simply click through to the checkout, and under the place where you type in your address, there is a CHECKBOX which you click on if you want to buy the course as a gift.

Then you enter the email address for your lucky recipient, as well as their name.

You will get an email receipt to acknowledge your payment.

Your gift recipient will receive an email with instructions on how to get access into their course.

I'm an Embroiderers' Guild member. Can I use my discount codes if I buy a course as a gift?

YES! IF you are buying as a gift, then you can input your coupon code on the checkout page. You'll find all your course discount coupons listed within the members area of the Guild website.

Are there any discounts available if I'm NOT a Guild member?

If you pay in full for a course you receive a discount compared to those who choose to pay via installments.

There is also a discount if you buy a taster course for yourself and then buy a taster course as a gift, then you will receive a discount of £15 from the price of that second course.