Embroidery Workshops

Immerse yourself in the timeless craft of Mountmellick Embroidery with our engaging and hands-on workshops. Whether you’re a beginner eager to learn the basics or an experienced embroiderer looking to refine your technique, our workshops offer something for all skill levels and ages.

At the Mountmellick Embroidery and Heritage Museum, we are passionate about keeping this unique Irish embroidery tradition alive. Our skilled instructors guide participants through the intricate techniques of white-on-white embroidery, helping them master the stitches and motifs that make Mountmellick Work so distinctive.

Why Join a Workshop?

Learn a traditional Irish craft from experienced tutors

Meet like-minded enthusiasts in a welcoming, creative environment

Take home your own handmade piece of Mountmellick Embroidery

Relax and enjoy the mindful, meditative process of embroidery

OUR Embroidery Workshops

Drop-In Embroidery Classes

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Group Workshops

We also offer one day workshops. These small group workshops allow participants to learn and apply a variety of stitches and commence a small project. All materials are supplied and no experience is necessary.

No workshops have been scheduled for Autumn 2025

Watch & Stitch from Home

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What people are saying about their experience

The Mountmellick Craft Museum tour was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, we were captivated by the intricate beauty of Mountmellick Embroidery and its rich history. The knowledgeable guides shared fascinating stories about the Quaker community and how they shaped the town’s industry and craft traditions. The interactive exhibits made it easy to connect with the past, and we loved seeing the delicate craftsmanship up close. Whether you’re a craft enthusiast or simply curious about Ireland’s history, this tour offers a unique and immersive experience.

I dropped by here with my two kids as I've been meaning to have a look for quite a while and my little one likes to knit and crochet. Cost museum, entrance is to the right of the pub entrance. We had a great tour guide which makes all the difference. Not knowing much about the history or embroidery in mountmellick, it was a fascinating journey. The history and evolution of the art and history of so of the girls who studied it who later were shipped off to Australia. I will be digging deeper into those stories and my daughter will be dropping in for some classes. Thank you very much for a great afternoon. We will be back.

Delightful, intimate museum beautifully displaying and explaining local fiber art and the circumstances of the artists through the centuries. My favorite hobbies are embroidery and social history, so it was a deeply personal experience admiring the talents of the women who created the art and learning more about the experiences which led them to create it. I am so glad we took the opportunity to visit. 

Personal tour of the museum by Patrick. The craft of embroidery is only part of the museum. The detailed information about Ireland and the Irish in the famine years around 1850 and the sending of young Irish girls to Australia moved us deeply. Absolutely recommended! 