Friday 25 September, 11-12 p.m and 3-4 p.m..: Object Viewing, 17th-Century Embroidery at Fenton House
Friday 25 September, 11-12 p.m and 3-4 p.m..: Object Viewing, 17th-Century Embroidery at Fenton House
Fenton House, Hampstead Grove, Hampstead, London, NW3 6SP
Fenton House is a beautifully preserved seventeenth-century house nestled in the heart of Hampstead and cared for by the National Trust. One of London’s hidden treasures, the house is renowned for its rich collections of decorative arts, including ceramics, paintings and historic textiles. Surrounded by picturesque walled gardens and with sweeping views across the London skyline, Fenton House offers visitors a rare sense of intimacy and discovery, revealing the textures of domestic life across centuries.
Among its most remarkable treasures is a collection of seventeenth-century embroidered stumpwork panels and caskets. These highly detailed works were created by young women in affluent Stuart households and display extraordinary technical skill and imagination. Rich with raised embroidery, intricate stitching and miniature figures dressed in fashionable seventeenth-century costume, the scenes combine biblical stories, pastoral landscapes, flora and animals in elaborate stitched compositions that blur the line between embroidery and sculpture.
Jen Goodwin is a world renowned hand embroiderer, artist and teacher. As a graduate of the Royal School of Needlework's Apprenticeship scheme she has constantly been in demand both inside and outside of the RSN for the last twenty three years. Her creative focus centres on combining her exemplary stitch and design skills to create a wealth of contemporary embroidery designs filled with intricate details, using eclectic materials to create colourful, impactful pieces many of which are shared with her eager legions of students.
Her skills have been recognised by the industry she loves and she is a proud member of the RSN Fellowship and the Worshipful Company of Broderers. She continues to teach online and in person and is committed to passing on these traditional skills wherever she can whether that be to those wishing to learn how to, or those who want to learn to teach others.
She has been privileged to work on a number of high profile projects including items for the Coronation of King Charles III in 2023. She is passionate about embroidery being seen as art and many of her pieces have been exhibited over the years
Event Description
As part of Selvedge Textile Month, this special object viewing hosted by Jen Goodwin offers a rare opportunity to look closely at selected examples of seventeenth-century stumpwork from the Fenton House collection. Guided by a private tour guide, visitors will explore the craftsmanship, symbolism and social history woven into these remarkable pieces, while learning more about the materials, techniques and cultural context behind them. Set within the atmospheric interiors of Fenton House itself, the event invites visitors to slow down and appreciate the extraordinary detail and storytelling held within historic embroidery.
Event Cancellation Policy
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you let us know that you are unable to attend an event you have booked at least two weeks before the event, we will open up your place. If we find another participant, you will be offered a credit note.
Visit the Fenton House Website
Follow Fenton House on Instagram
Visit Jen Goodwin's Website
Follow Jen Goodwin on Instagram
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Friday 25 September, 11-12 p.m and 3-4 p.m..: Object Viewing, 17th-Century Embroidery at Fenton House
Fenton House, Hampstead Grove, Hampstead, London, NW3 6SP
Fenton House is a beautifully preserved seventeenth-century house nestled in the heart of Hampstead and cared for by the National Trust. One of London’s hidden treasures, the house is renowned for its rich collections of decorative arts, including ceramics, paintings and historic textiles. Surrounded by picturesque walled gardens and with sweeping views across the London skyline, Fenton House offers visitors a rare sense of intimacy and discovery, revealing the textures of domestic life across centuries.
Among its most remarkable treasures is a collection of seventeenth-century embroidered stumpwork panels and caskets. These highly detailed works were created by young women in affluent Stuart households and display extraordinary technical skill and imagination. Rich with raised embroidery, intricate stitching and miniature figures dressed in fashionable seventeenth-century costume, the scenes combine biblical stories, pastoral landscapes, flora and animals in elaborate stitched compositions that blur the line between embroidery and sculpture.
Jen Goodwin is a world renowned hand embroiderer, artist and teacher. As a graduate of the Royal School of Needlework's Apprenticeship scheme she has constantly been in demand both inside and outside of the RSN for the last twenty three years. Her creative focus centres on combining her exemplary stitch and design skills to create a wealth of contemporary embroidery designs filled with intricate details, using eclectic materials to create colourful, impactful pieces many of which are shared with her eager legions of students.
Her skills have been recognised by the industry she loves and she is a proud member of the RSN Fellowship and the Worshipful Company of Broderers. She continues to teach online and in person and is committed to passing on these traditional skills wherever she can whether that be to those wishing to learn how to, or those who want to learn to teach others.
She has been privileged to work on a number of high profile projects including items for the Coronation of King Charles III in 2023. She is passionate about embroidery being seen as art and many of her pieces have been exhibited over the years
Event Description
As part of Selvedge Textile Month, this special object viewing hosted by Jen Goodwin offers a rare opportunity to look closely at selected examples of seventeenth-century stumpwork from the Fenton House collection. Guided by a private tour guide, visitors will explore the craftsmanship, symbolism and social history woven into these remarkable pieces, while learning more about the materials, techniques and cultural context behind them. Set within the atmospheric interiors of Fenton House itself, the event invites visitors to slow down and appreciate the extraordinary detail and storytelling held within historic embroidery.
Event Cancellation Policy
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you let us know that you are unable to attend an event you have booked at least two weeks before the event, we will open up your place. If we find another participant, you will be offered a credit note.
Visit the Fenton House Website
Follow Fenton House on Instagram
Visit Jen Goodwin's Website
Follow Jen Goodwin on Instagram
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Fenton House, Hampstead Grove, Hampstead, London, NW3 6SP
Fenton House is a beautifully preserved seventeenth-century house nestled in the heart of Hampstead and cared for by the National Trust. One of London’s hidden treasures, the house is renowned for its rich collections of decorative arts, including ceramics, paintings and historic textiles. Surrounded by picturesque walled gardens and with sweeping views across the London skyline, Fenton House offers visitors a rare sense of intimacy and discovery, revealing the textures of domestic life across centuries.
Among its most remarkable treasures is a collection of seventeenth-century embroidered stumpwork panels and caskets. These highly detailed works were created by young women in affluent Stuart households and display extraordinary technical skill and imagination. Rich with raised embroidery, intricate stitching and miniature figures dressed in fashionable seventeenth-century costume, the scenes combine biblical stories, pastoral landscapes, flora and animals in elaborate stitched compositions that blur the line between embroidery and sculpture.
Jen Goodwin is a world renowned hand embroiderer, artist and teacher. As a graduate of the Royal School of Needlework's Apprenticeship scheme she has constantly been in demand both inside and outside of the RSN for the last twenty three years. Her creative focus centres on combining her exemplary stitch and design skills to create a wealth of contemporary embroidery designs filled with intricate details, using eclectic materials to create colourful, impactful pieces many of which are shared with her eager legions of students.
Her skills have been recognised by the industry she loves and she is a proud member of the RSN Fellowship and the Worshipful Company of Broderers. She continues to teach online and in person and is committed to passing on these traditional skills wherever she can whether that be to those wishing to learn how to, or those who want to learn to teach others.
She has been privileged to work on a number of high profile projects including items for the Coronation of King Charles III in 2023. She is passionate about embroidery being seen as art and many of her pieces have been exhibited over the years
Event Description
As part of Selvedge Textile Month, this special object viewing hosted by Jen Goodwin offers a rare opportunity to look closely at selected examples of seventeenth-century stumpwork from the Fenton House collection. Guided by a private tour guide, visitors will explore the craftsmanship, symbolism and social history woven into these remarkable pieces, while learning more about the materials, techniques and cultural context behind them. Set within the atmospheric interiors of Fenton House itself, the event invites visitors to slow down and appreciate the extraordinary detail and storytelling held within historic embroidery.
Event Cancellation Policy
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you let us know that you are unable to attend an event you have booked at least two weeks before the event, we will open up your place. If we find another participant, you will be offered a credit note.
Visit the Fenton House Website
Follow Fenton House on Instagram
Visit Jen Goodwin's Website
Follow Jen Goodwin on Instagram
