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Needlework Tours and Cruises Providing luxury craft and needlework tours, cruises, workshops and retreats - combining passion and pleasure for the experience of a lifetime.

At Needlework Tours and cruises we focus on what we love – providing luxury needlework tours, workshops and cruises, which provide passion with pleasure for an experience of a lifetime. From the moment you enquire, book and arrive, our specialist travel team are there to help you every step of the way. We aim to provide you with an extraordinary needlework journey, whilst making new friends and en

joying the fabulous luxury offered throughout our tours and cruises. We have over 20 years of experience in niche travel and we strive to achieve the best experiences possible for our clients. Needlework Tours is an independently owned Company run by Tour Manager Maureen Laughlin and her husband Simon. Maureen was born in the UK and has over 27 years experience in the travel industry, while escorting many private tours around the world. Maureen's second love after her family is her avid interest in embroidery and she wants nothing more than to have the walls at home bowing with the weight of her completed projects. Needlework Tours Pty Ltd operates under Holiday World Travel Pty Ltd. Travel Agents Licence No 31766. Needlework Tours is a specialist tour company that has for a number of years conducted Needlework and Stately Homes Tours throughout the UK and France. These small group specialist tours combine the visiting and staying in beautiful stately homes, history, fine dining and gardens with needlework classes from Royal School of Needlework training tutors. More recently the company has utilized its experience in needlework tours to expand into needlework cruising. The inaugural Needlework Cruise set sail in February 2013 to the South Pacific with nearly 200 guests including 12 of Australia’s most renowned needlework tutors and some 160 enthusiastic stitches. The second cruise brings together 21 needlework, patchwork and quilting tutors as well as beading and felting tutors on a cruise to New Zealand. Further cruises are in planning.

15/02/2025

Ooh yes - I can relate!

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14/02/2025

5 hour wait in Singapore for flight to Mumbai, so let's go get something to eat..........as you do! Scary Robot lurking around.

13/02/2025

For more information on our tours click on this link
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12/02/2025

Italian "Bellissimo" Needlework Tour departing Milan on October 7th - just a few spaces left now for this year.
Staying in Milan, Lake Como & Romano Canovese and visiting Lake Maggiore with the beautiful gardens of Villa Toranto and enjoying learning Reticello, Punto Antico, Ricamo Bandera with Italy's best Tutors.
Not to mention the beautiful "Concerto" that our guests are treated to. All beautiful indeed!!!
Visit www.needleworktours.com.au for more information, but ladies and gents, this will be full also in just a few weeks, so don't delay, to avoid disappointment.

11/02/2025

Magnificently adorned dresses!

11/02/2025

Anyone else have something like this in their stash from times past?

10/02/2025

Another wonderful ‘Embroidered Elegance and Tea Estate Tour’ in India is starting this week. Some of the amazing teachers are Deb Wilding in Mumbai, Helen McCook at Darjeeling and Karen Torrisi in Kolkata, along with your fantastic tour guides Maureen, Simon and Vikas 🇮🇳✈️🌺

For more information on our tours click on this link
https://www.needleworktours.com.au

10/02/2025

And the Master of all things Haute Couture & Tambour - the lovely Karen Torrisi's project for our class in Kolkata. Cannot wait Karen!!!

If you like travelling and art embroidery with a fashion twist, join Needlework Tours & Cruises on their next Embroidered Elegance and Tea Estate Tour 2025
FEB 28th 2025 Tour now available
Mumbai (Bombay) Darjeeling Kolkata ( Calcutta )
Tutor- Karen Torrisi
12 Days
Maximum 10 guests
3 cities with 3 different embroidery tutors. I will be teaching the above project in Kolkata.
For more information and bookings contact

https://www.needleworktours.com.au/tours/opulent-stitches-and-tea-estates

08/02/2025

Da dah!!! Helen McCooks beautiful 18th Century inspired silk woven Indian brocade piece being taught in Darjeeling, commencing in just over 10 days. Well done Helen for producing this beautiful piece. Can't wait to see it live! Getting exciting now - see you soon Helen & guests.

For more information on our tours click on this link
https://www.needleworktours.com.au

08/02/2025

Gotta give it to the yarnbombers around the globe. Fantastic job Hawes, Yorkshire!

Saw this on another page and thought I’d share. How fantastic is this?. In Hawes , Yorkshire .

Credit to the Hawes Yarnbombers.👏👏👏👏

07/02/2025

The bags are packed & 30 very excited guests are about to join us (over three groups) and enjoy spectacular embroidery, magnificent accommodation and tea like we cannot simply describe.......unsurpassed and incredibly beautiful!
Most guests are sewing whilst some are doing cooking classes and others will enjoy taking the World Heritage listed Steam Train up to the Glenburn Tea Estate - Magnificent indeed!
Now Selling for 2026. Don't delay in booking www.needleworktours.com.au
It sells out very fast! "Elegant Embroidery & Tea Estate" Tour.
Tutors Deb Wilding in Mumbai, Helen McCook in Darjeeling & Karen Torrisi in Kolkata. All with fabulous projects for us to stitch!
Stay tuned on more information for a spectacular 2026....................something very, very exciting is coming!!!

06/02/2025

A beautiful Wheel of Blackwork Tulips - Amanda Rymel from the Royal School of Needlework Hampton Court Palace.
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06/02/2025

Very excited to have Nicola Jarvis teach for us on our forthcoming "Needlework Treasures & Shopping" Tours commencing 4th & 27th September, 2025.
4th September SOLD OUT and one last space left on the 27th departure.
Visit www.needleworktours.com.au
for further details.
Tutors include:- 3 x days Jenny Adin-Christie, 2 x days Jen Goodwin, 2 x days Nicola Jarvis (see below) and a surprise guest!
I can't wait to give this little fellow a go!

https://www.nicolajarvisstudio.co.uk/product-page/stoneleigh-badger

05/02/2025

Love it!

04/02/2025

Out and about and lunching with three fantastic Aussie Tutors today - from right to left - Ana Mallah, Catherine Howell & Maree Talbot. All so talented! Great day girls!!! Need to do this more often!

04/02/2025

Something a little different 🥰

03/02/2025

Wherever you travel with Needleworktours England, Scotland, Ireland, Italy, France or India the food will be amazing 🤩🥰🤩

For more information on our tours click on this link
https://www.needleworktours.com.au

03/02/2025

All of the above (below) plus sewing friends makes a perfect day I say!

As a new week sneaks in, what a way to begin your Monday!

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'Queen to Queen' Needlework Workshop Tour of England & Wales 2024: 🧵 Luton Hoo: Our stitchers’ home and classroom for the next three nights! For more information on our tours click on this link: https://www.needleworktours.com.au #India #Italy #tours #UK #Ireland #Scotland #France #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Sewing #Needlework #stumpworkembroidery #goldworkembroidery #sewingtour #tourgroup #embroideryclass #sewingclass #sewinglove #embroideryproject #travelandsew #needleworktours

'Queen to Queen' Needlework Workshop Tour of England & Wales 2024: 🧵 Next we have another scenic drive through stunning countryside with a stop at the romantic Sudeley Castle before we arrive at Luton Hoo hotel. Where Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip would annually visit to celebrate their wedding anniversary, Luton Hoo is literally fit for royalty and for our amazing embroiderers over the next few days! For more information on our tours click on this link: https://www.needleworktours.com.au #India #Italy #tours #UK #Ireland #Scotland #France #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Sewing #Needlework #stumpworkembroidery #goldworkembroidery #sewingtour #tourgroup #embroideryclass #sewingclass #sewinglove #embroideryproject #travelandsew #needleworktours

'Queen to Queen' Needlework Workshop Tour of England & Wales 2024: 🧵 Now we head across beautiful countryside to Wales! We visit the quaint picturesque town of Hay-on-Wye famous for its cosy antique stores and numerous bookshops. Then we finish the day at the charming Llangoed Hall - a former home of Sir Bernard Ashley/Laura Ashley. For more information on our tours click on this link https://www.needleworktours.com.au #India #Italy #tours #UK #Ireland #Scotland #France #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Embroideryart #Brazilianembroidery #Sewing #Needlework #Conventions #stumpworkembroidery #goldworkembroidery #sewingtour #tourgroup #sewinglove #embroideryproject #travelandsew

'Queen to Queen' Needlework Workshop Tour of England & Wales:🧵 DAY 1 of classes! #tours #UK #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Embroideryart #Sewing #Needlework #Conventions #stumpworkembroidery #sewingtour #sewing

‘Queen to Queen’ 2024 tour

'Queen to Queen' Needlework Workshop Tour of England & Wales 2024: Today we travel from Windsor to East Sussex stopping at the historic Hampton Court Palace where the Royal School of Needlework is located, and at Standen House to see one of the finest examples of Arts & Crafts workmanship with Morris & Co. interiors and decor. We finish our day at the gorgeous Ashdown Park where we will spend the next three days sewing, learning, and dining! For more information on our tours click on this link https://www.needleworktours.com.au #India #Italy #tours #UK #Ireland #Scotland #France #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Embroideryart #Brazilian #Sewing #Needlework #Conventions #stumpworkembroidery

Behind every good Needlework Tour Company is a "Master Craftsman", whose needlework prowess is no doubt the benchmark for some to aspire to. It is not Maureen that is highly skilled in this regard, but Simon. Just take a look at his needle skills here!!! Some will remember a very funny night when all was revealed! Complete with coffee mug stain. Thankyou Anne-Marie for the reminder! For more information on our tours click on this link https://www.needleworktours.com.au #India #Italy #tours #UK #Ireland #Scotland #France #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Embroideryart #Brazilian #Sewing #Needlework #Conventions #stumpworkembroidery #metalthreadembroidery

NEW : Embroidered Elegance and Tea Estate Tour FEB 28th 2025 Tour now available✈️🥇✈️ Mumbai (Bombay) - Darjeeling – Kolkata ( Calcutta )🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳 12 Days Maximum 10 guests 3 of our amazing Tutors are Karen Torrisi (Haute Couture Expert), Helen McCook RSN and Debra Wilding RSN The teachers have designed kits especially for this tour. Our itinerary has been thoughtfully curated to immerse you in the world of high fashion whilst offering moments of relaxation and reflection amidst the picturesque landscapes of India. For more information on our tours click on this link https://www.needleworktours.com.au #India #Italy #tours #UK #Ireland #Scotland #France #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Embroideryart #Brazilian #Sewing #Needlework #Conventions #stumpworkembroidery #metalthreadembroidery

India Embroidery Workshops & Textile Tour 2024 🌺 Fabulous embroidery techniques, great teachers and wonderful 5 Star accommodation. To book or For more information on our tours click on this link https://www.needleworktours.com.au #India #Italy #tours #UK #Ireland #Scotland #France #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Embroideryart #Brazilian #Sewing #Needlework #Conventions #stumpworkembroidery #metalthreadembroidery

India Embroidery Workshops & Textile Tour 2025 🌺 India Part One (Golden Triangle) It’s almost “Sold Out” for January 6th to 18th 2025. So book soon so you don’t miss out on this remarkable tour. For more information on our tours click on this link https://www.needleworktours.com.au #India #Italy #tours #UK #Ireland #Scotland #France #Wales #Embroidery #Beading #Handwork #Handembroidery #Crochet #Crewel #Quilting #Blackwork #Stumpwork #Goldwork #Embroideryart #Brazilian #Sewing #Needlework #Conventions #stumpworkembroidery #metalthreadembroidery

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