Learn Embroidery with me

I run term time weekly embroidery clubs and adhoc workshops in the holidays, in schools and cafes.  

Welcoming, patient & supportive sessions.  Neurodivergent kids welcome.  

Each half term there is a new design, with versions for different abilites and ages.

Working with kids from ages 5 upwards.  I can offer the Duke of Edinburgh skills element for secondary school kids.  

Sessions for kids not in mainstream school starting in September 2026. 

Children build confidence & resilience, channel creative and learn problem solving kills. 

All well doing a traditional craft that is proven to help wellbeing and emotional regulation. 

Neurodivergent kids are welcome.  I will work with you to accommodate their needs as best as possible.

“Mary Broddle’s Embroidery Club is a wonderful part of our after‑school offer. The children look forward to her sessions every week and always come away proud of what they’ve made. Mary is patient, friendly and brilliant at helping children learn new skills in a fun, relaxed way. Each term, the children gain confidence, improve their coordination, and get the chance to be really creative. We’re so grateful for the time and care Mary puts into every session—her club is truly valued by our school.”  Candleby Lane School Cotgrave

“My daughter has autism and finds socialising hard and exhausting. Getting herto participate in an extra curricular activity, outside of school hours, is nearly impossible but she loved going to Mary’s classes. I was able to work closely with Mary about how she would be able to access the group, what Mary could expect with her communication and how we could ease her into attending sessions. Mary was hugely supportive (for both myself and my daughter) and she thrived.” Parent of  child from Tuesday Embroidery Club at Bubble & Bean

Learn without worrying if it is good enough.  A way to try stitches before you tackle an embroidery kit.

With my deep dive into each stitch (or motif) you can practice your technique and loose yourself in a mindful activity  that is proven to boost your wellbeing. 

My engineering brain is great for breaking down each stitch and discribing how to do them.  

Everyone’s learning journey starts somewhere.  

This tutorial series perfect for beginners and experienced embroiderers alike.

From drop in embroidery sessions at a picnic table in parks for kids and community days, to lunchtime team building sessions in corporate boardrooms.  

I can work to bring embroidery to your organisation in a way that meets your needs and helps meet your aims. 

I make embroidery simple and accessible to all, so everyone aged 4 – 104 can stop by my table and use a needle and thread.  

Boring stalls get walked by, people (espeically kids) want to do something hands on.   Kids are so over colouring sheets!

My sessions are easily accessible and I can teach everyone to do embroidery they are proud of.  From young kids (boys and girls) happy to have used a proper needle to adults who were convinced they weren’t creative.  

I’ve lead drop in embroidery sessions at community events, from summer parties in the park to christmas lights switch ons.  

All I need is a table &  few chairs, I bring the rest.

I’ve embroidered with the public Nottingham City Council, Broxtowe Council, Nottingham Trent University, University of Nottingham, Nottingham Festival of Science & Curiosity and Lady Bay Arts CIC Festival Weekend.

I also do  2-3 hours workshops for corporates and community arts organisations.  I guide people to embroider a decoration or a tote bag that they can use a reminder of taking some time out to try somehting new.