Description
Inspired by the classic 1823 Christmas poem, A Visit from St Nicolas, by Clement C. Moore, Larissa Hollands’ ‘Twas the Night’ Ornament series is a set of handsewn felt ornaments depicting the familiar first verse:
‘Twas the night before Christmas,
when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there.
Designed by Larissa Holland and presented by Tessa Chaplin, this hand embroidered wool felt house ornament is the fourth in the ongoing ‘Twas The Night’ ornament series.
Wrapped in a blanket of fallen snow, quiet and still on Christmas Eve, the paneled door opens to reveal a tiny Christmas tree inside, carefully decorated and ready for the joy of Christmas morning.
While this pattern is not meant for beginners, it does include two difficulty options for intermediate crafters. The harder version has a round window and curvy shingles, and the easier option has a rectangle window and angled shingles. Easiest of all, save time and omit the interior and functional door altogether to make a still very charming house ornament!
The workshop takes place over two full days, a fortnight apart, to give you time to work on your ornaments at home, or to practice the skills that you have learned in class.
You will be in good hands with Tessa Chaplin as she will guide you through your colour selection and step-by-step construction.
Price includes 2 days of tuition, full colour instruction booklet and pattern sheets, all the materials required to complete your ornament as well as tea, coffee and biscuits throughout the day.
Dates: Tuesday 13th & 27th October 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: $275 with a 50% non-refundable deposit of $137.50 payable on registration with the remaining 50% payable in-store on Day 1
Please note that this workshop requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. If we don’t reach that number, we’ll let you know at least 7 days prior to the workshop and refund you in full.
