Immerse yourself in royal court elegance. Learn fundamental Vietnamese silk thread embroidery stitches and create an exquisite framed linen botanical keepsake.
- Master imperial Hue court embroidery stitches using genuine Bao Loc silk threads
- Small group with individualized one-on-one stitch tension correction
- Work on premium unbleached European linen mounted in a polished hoop
- Take home your finished framed silk embroidery hoop in gift packaging
- Enjoy royal herbal infusion tea and traditional Hue candied ginger treats
About this experience
Vietnamese hand embroidery reached its artistic zenith under the Nguyen Dynasty in Hue, where master embroiderers crafted sumptuous royal dragon robes, lotus banners, and courtly tapestries for the Imperial City. This intimate atelier workshop opens the door to this aristocratic handicraft. Working on high-quality pre-stretched unbleached European linen, you will explore vibrant spools of genuine Vietnamese mulberry silk thread, revered worldwide for its natural luster, high tensile strength, and rich light refraction. Your instructor will guide you through classic court stitches: satin stitch, split stitch, stem stitch, and delicate French knots. You will embroider an elegant imperial lotus blossom or bamboo branch motif. When finished, your piece is elegantly mounted in a bespoke natural bamboo embroidery hoop ready to display at home.
What you will do
- 01
Imperial Embroidery Overview
Discover the heritage of Hue court embroidery and understand silk thread splitting and sheen.
- 02
Hoop Mounting & Pattern Transfer
Mount linen onto wooden embroidery frames and transfer botanical court motifs with wash-away guidelines.
- 03
Fundamental Court Stitches
Practice stem stitch, split stitch, satin fill, and French knot accents with personalized guidance.
- 04
Back Finishing & Framing
Tension and neatly seal the hoop backing with felt, ready for wall hanging or tabletop display.
What's included
- Polished 6-inch beechwood embroidery hoop with solid brass closure
- Pre-cut premium unbleached European linen fabric with transferred template
- Full palette of authentic Vietnamese Bao Loc mulberry silk threads
- Set of fine Japanese embroidery needles and thread snippers in a keepsake case
- Hue royal imperial artichoke tea and heritage sweets
Before you arrive
- Welcoming to total beginners as well as experienced sewists seeking new techniques.
- All materials and tools are yours to keep after the workshop.
- Good lighting and supplementary magnifiers provided at every workstation.
- Convenient central location in Hue city center, 5 minutes from the Imperial Citadel.
Location
07 Tran Hung Dao, Phu Hoa, Hue
Hue, Vietnam
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Senior Embroidery Artisan & Textile Conservator
“Embroidery teaches the modern mind patience. As silk glides through linen, worries fade and beauty emerges stitch by careful stitch.”
Phan Thi Mai Ly was trained by master embroiderers who formerly served court descendants in Hue. With 12 years of professional embroidery experience, she excels at teaching fine embroidery in a warm, encouraging manner.
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