Unwind and get creative at our Sip and Stitched evening! Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere as you sip on a complimentary drink from Holyrood Distillery and try your hand at embroidery.
Whether you’re new to embroidery or a seasoned stitcher, this event offers a chance to dive into the craft. Bring along your current embroidery project or browse the Dovecot shop for inspiration and join like-minded sewers. Share ideas and techniques as you enjoy a relaxing a couple of hours crafting. A small selection of materials will be available for you to experiment on something new.
Plus, you'll have the opportunity to explore our inspiring exhibition, Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art, showcasing intricate works that highlight the beauty and detail of this timeless art form from the National Trust for Scotland.
Gather your friends or come solo for a night of stitching, sipping and socialising!
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