The basics of silk and gold embroidery 1/2026

26.01.2026 00:00 - 01.02.2026 00:00

Registration ends: 19.01.2026 00:00 - If registration has already closed, please inquire about course places by calling 017 570 1810.

myyntipalvelu@valamo.fi, p. 017 5701 810

, 539€/Student hotel 1 room, incl. accommodation, tuition, meals, 508€/Guesthouse 1 room, incl. accommodation, tuition, meals

Course description

The course introduces you to traditional silk and gold embroidery, which is used, for example, in textile icons and in decorating church textiles. During the course, we will see the use of church textiles in the monastery's services and explore the museum collection. The course is taught by Leena Kuivalainen, a craftswoman who has studied the subject under the guidance of master teachers Nina and Nadeshda Osipova. The course is suitable for beginners and those who have been embroidering for a while. You can also come to the course with an unfinished embroidery project. Course materials can be purchased from the teacher (cash payment). Welcome to learn new skills and explore the enchanting world of gold embroidery!

This course accepts the Epassi mobile application as a payment method.

Course program

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