A Book of Tulips

Name: A Book of Tulips
Brand: The Crewel Work Company
Price: 10563.0 AED
Availability: InStock

Zina Kazban

Intermediate

Embark on a journey with Zina Kazban, spanning a period of 12 months, to create an exquisite embroidered book. Students will explore silk and metal thread techniques, ending with expert binding tuition. This course is perfect for those with some experience in silk and who wish to create something beautiful with an everyday use.

Starts: Sep 05, 2025

12 Months + Book Binding

Silk & Metal Thread Embroidery

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About the Design

A Keepsake for Posterity

This embroidered book features an exquisite 19th-century design, showcasing intricate tulip motifs crafted with silk embroidery and metal thread. The vibrant colors of the tulips, combined with the shimmering metallic elements create a stunning visual contrast against the detailed background.

The embroidery is meticulously executed, highlighting the craftsmanship and artistic flair typical of the era. This decorative binding not only serves as protection for the book but also transforms it into a luxurious artifact, reflecting the Victorian appreciation for beauty and detail. The combination of silk and metal threads adds texture and depth, making it a cherished piece for collectors and lovers of fine art.

Enjoy learning about the context behind the original embroidery and understand the styles and techniques popular at the time
Feel supported with our expert guidance throughout the course, and be inspired to develop your own creativity and complete an impressive design of your own.
Gain a profound sense of freedom with your needle and gain the confidence to take on more advanced silk and goldwork designs.
Enjoy a group experience and develop friendships with like-minded stitchers
Develop a new perspective on colour and stitch combinations with the freedom to experiment more on your own designs
Be able to create your own embroidered heirloom, with a tangible use, to pass down the generations

Suitable for Intermediate Embroiderers and upwards

This course is designed for those with intermediate embroidery experience. This means that they should have completed one or two kits (such as Crewel Work Company kits) and have some experience with silk embroidery.

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Intermediate

Group 1 - Dates & Times

5 Sept 2025 - 25 Sept 2026 + Book Binding

Group 1 classes will take place on Fridays at 10-12am and then 1-3pm UK time on the following dates:
(NB: The clocks go back in the UK on 26th October 2025 and forward again on 29 March 2026)

5 September 2025 - Introduction
Session focus: Outlining the book frame. Small flowers and leaves on the front cover

10 October 2025 - Front Cover
Session focus: Silk shaded tulip in the centre

14 November 2025 - Front Cover
Session focus: Couching metal cords over stems, leaves. Silk shaded blue tulips in the corners

WINTER BREAK

09 January 2026 - Front Cover
Session focus: Couching metal cords over stems, leaves. Continue silk shaded blue tulips in the corners

13 February 2026 - Front Cover
Session focus: Applying twist in a circle. Filling background with chipwork and spangles

20 March 2026 - The Spine
Session focus: Silk shaded blue flowers

SPRING BREAK

1 May 2026 - The Spine
Session Focus: Silk shaded pink flowers

5 June 2026 - Finishing touches

BREAK TO COMPLETE STITCHING

25 September 2026 - Follow up

BREAK TO COMPLETE STITCHING

Book Binding Tuition Begins
Date TBC - Book Binding Live Introduction
In your own time - Book Binding Recorded Sessions
Date TBC - Book binding Live Follow Up

Group 2 - Dates & Times

6 Sept 2-25 - 26 Sept 2026 + Book Binding

Group 2 classes will take place on Saturdays at 4-6pm and 7-9pm UK time on the following dates:
(NB: The clocks go back in the UK on 26th October 2025 and forward again on 29 March 2026)

6 September 2025 - Introduction
Session focus: Outlining the book frame. Small flowers and leaves on the front cover

11 October 2025 - Front Cover
Session focus: Silk shaded tulip in the centre

15 November 2025 - Front Cover
Session focus: Couching metal cords over stems, leaves. Silk shaded blue tulips in the corners

WINTER BREAK

10 January 2026 - Front Cover
Session focus: Couching metal cords over stems, leaves. Continue silk shaded blue tulips in the corners

14 February 2026 - Front Cover
Session focus: Applying twist in a circle. Filling background with chipwork and spangles

21 March 2026 - The Spine
Session focus: Silk shaded blue flowers

SPRING BREAK

2 May 2026 - The Spine
Session Focus: Silk shaded pink flowers

6 June 2026 - Finishing touches

BREAK TO COMPLETE STITCHING

26 September 2026 - Follow up

BREAK TO COMPLETE STITCHING

Book Binding Tuition Begins
Date TBC - Book Binding Live Introduction
In your own time - Book Binding Recorded Sessions
Date TBC - Book binding Live Follow Up

What's Included

34 Hours of Embroidery Tuition with Zina

Zina Kazban is a hand-embroidery designer and a tutor. She is a graduate of the Future Tutors programme at the Royal School of Needlework. She also had a professional fashion embroidery training at Ecole Lesage (Métiers d’Art CHANEL). Over the years Zina taught for the Crewel Work Company, RSN, London Embroidery School and privately in the UK as well as in the USA. Her designs were published in embroidery magazines including Classic Inspirations.

Zina's artistic sense and rare attention to detail in the her execution of her designs, make her the perfect fit for this rare embroidered book design.

Over 9 sessions spanning 12 months, Zina will guide you towards creating your own embroidered treasure. You will become a master of silk shading as you manipulate your threads to create the beautifully soft shaded tulips.

Between classes you will have access to support from Zina via our private community platform, and have the time to complete large sections of work before moving on to the next lesson.

The Kit

Working with the finest suppliers, we will provide you with all of the necessary materials you needs in order to execute this piece with authentic materials that are faithful to the period. In your kit, you will receive:

A set of silks & metal threads. If you run out you will be able to request more during the course at no additional cost
Printed silk fabric (a practice piece and a final piece)
Needles for silk and metal thread embroidery
A mellor, scissors for silk thread, and scissors for metal threads
Workshop notes and stitch charts
You will also receive a book binding materials pack later in the course

A Shared Experience

A wonderful outcome of our long courses is the connection that evolves between students. During this course, you will have access to our new private community space, which is accessible directly from your dashboard.

On this platform, you will be able to:

Ask questions and troubleshoot with your tutor
Chat with fellow students and share progress
Access the live sessions and subsequent recordings
Check for updates from the tutor or the CWC team

“The quality of the materials and the live classes is astounding. Worth every penny. It feels like you are creating an heirloom.”

Create an Heirloom

Starts: Sep 05, 2025

Meet Your Tutor

Zina Kazban

Professional Embroidery tutor and Fellow of the RSN

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Zina is a graduate of the Future Tutors programme at the Royal School of Needlework. She has also trained at Ecole Lesage (Métiers d’Art CHANEL).

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What size is the design?

The dimensions of the book (laid flat) are:
15 x 9.5 x 3.2 cm (6 x 3¾ x 2⅖ in)

What stitches are featured in the design?

Surface stitches, Silk Shading, Satin Stitch, Couching Metal Cords, Chipwork, Spangles

What else will I need?

You will need a slate frame of around 16 or 18 inches (TBC).

How long will it take me?

This course takes place over 12 months, with time to stitch between each session. You are not expected to have finished your design by the time the course ends but we will provide you with the necessary support in order to do so.

How do I join the live classes?

All classes will take place on Zoom, which can be accessed directly from your dashboard. A link to the session will also be sent to you before the class.

Delivery & Returns

Packages will be sent by express delivery and shipping is included.

Unfortunately we cannot offer a refund on this course once a deposit has been placed.