Hand Embroidery Workshop in Hoi An for Beginers

A linen bag becomes a personal souvenir one stitch at a time in this beginner-friendly Hoi An workshop. With an instructor beside you, you’ll learn basic stitches, choose a design, and try making flowers, including three-dimensional ones. You can also ask about embroidering another item, such as clothing you bring along.

I like two things especially: the private instruction gives you room to ask questions and work at your own pace, and the take-home kit and online tutorials give you a way to keep practicing after class. One consideration: embroidery rewards patience, so if you want a quick, finished project, your design may need to stay simple.

At a glance

• A private class: Your group has the instructor’s attention, making it easier to adjust the lesson to your pace and project.
• A practical starter kit: The class provides a hoop, threads, needles, a pen, fabric, and a bag to embroider.
• Beginner-friendly stitches: Learn basic techniques and use them to make flowers or another design you choose.
• More than one project option: Bags, handkerchiefs, notebooks, or clothing may be possibilities. Ask about your item before you arrive.
• About two and a half hours: The listed duration is approximate, while the workshop description refers to about two hours of instruction.
• Practice after class: Online tutorials are included, and you can ask the instructor questions after the session.

A small craft, made personal

Hoi An is a good place to bring home something more personal than another shop-bought keepsake. In this workshop, you make the souvenir yourself: a linen bag or another suitable item, decorated with stitches you’ve learned. The point is not to produce perfect needlework on your first try. It’s to leave with a new skill, a project in progress or finished, and a clear idea of how to continue.

The class is offered by Little Daisy Hoi An as a private activity. That matters for beginners. You can stop to ask how to hold the needle, repeat a stitch, or change your design without feeling you’re holding up a larger group. The teacher can also help turn an idea you bring into something workable.

The workshop is listed at $49 per person and lasts approximately two and a half hours. That is a substantial spend for a craft class, but the price includes materials, guided instruction, and tutorials for home practice. If you value learning a skill as much as taking home an object, the cost is easier to justify. If you only want a cheap ready-made souvenir, this is not the best use of your budget.

Starting at Little Daisy Hoi An

The activity begins and ends at Little Daisy Hoi An Embroidery & Sewing Workshop, at Đồng Khởi, Tổ 1, Thôn Trà Quế, Cẩm An, Hội An. There is no separate sightseeing route: the workshop itself is the experience. You’ll want to plan your own way to the meeting point and confirm the start time that fits your day.

A useful detail: the start time can be customized. If you have a fixed schedule, contact the provider to ask for a time that works for you; the stated price is the same. That flexibility could make the class easier to fit around other plans, though you should agree on the time in advance.

The location is also described as being near public transportation. No additional transport is included in the details, so don’t assume a pickup. The meeting point is the place to return to at the end.

Choosing your project and learning the stitches

The instructor supplies the basic materials: a hoop, threads, needles, a pen, fabric, and a bag to embroider. That saves you from searching for craft supplies in town and means you can get straight to the work. You’re also invited to bring clothing you’d like to customize.

The lesson focuses on basic embroidery stitches. You’ll use them to make a design, with flowers suggested as one approachable option. Three-dimensional flowers are also possible, adding texture beyond a flat pattern. The class is suitable for all levels, especially beginners, but you don’t have to arrive with a blank mind. If you have an idea, you can ask for help working out how to execute it.

There is room to choose what you want to learn and what you want to embroider. A bag is the clearest starting project, while handkerchiefs, notebooks, and clothing are also mentioned as options. Since the materials provided include a bag and fabric, ask ahead if you have a particular item in mind. That small check can help avoid arriving with a project that isn’t practical for the session.

Patient guidance makes a first try easier

Embroidery can look fussy when you’re watching someone else do it. The practical value of one-to-one teaching is that the instructor can demonstrate a stitch, watch you try it, and help correct the small mistakes that make a thread snag or a pattern wander. You can repeat a technique until it feels more natural.

The class is described as suitable for beginners, and a first attempt at needlework is possible. Still, patience is part of the deal. You may need to undo a stitch or make a design simpler than the one you imagined. That is normal for a hands-on craft, not a sign that you’ve failed the lesson.

The names Daisy and Huyen are associated with the instruction, and Daisy is specifically named by several people describing their classes. The useful takeaway is not to expect a scripted demonstration and then be left alone. The teaching is presented as personal, with time for questions and help as you work. If you have a specific teacher preference, ask the provider when arranging the session.

What you can finish in the time

The tour duration is listed as about two hours and 30 minutes, while the workshop description says you’ll learn basic stitches during two hours. Treat the time as approximate rather than a promise that every project will be complete. A simple flower on a bag is a more realistic goal for a first session than a detailed design covering a whole garment.

You may finish a small piece, or leave with a project started and the skills to continue. One class participant took home a cotton bag already underway, while another worked on a notebook as well as learning embroidery. These examples suggest the session can adapt to your interests, but they don’t guarantee that every project or item will be available.

If you want a finished souvenir, keep the design modest and tell the instructor early. If you care more about learning a range of stitches, you might prefer to spend less time finishing one object and more time practicing techniques. Either way, the instructor can help you make choices that fit the time available.

The useful part comes home with you

The class is designed to continue beyond the workshop. You receive online tutorials to help you review what you learned, and the supplied kit gives you materials to practice with. That matters because stitches are easy to forget once you’ve moved on to the next stop in your trip.

You can also ask questions after the class. This is a helpful follow-up, particularly if you run into a problem while trying to finish your design at home. The tutorials and follow-up do not replace practice, but they make this more than a one-afternoon activity.

Before leaving, take a moment to check that you understand the stitches you want to repeat. Ask the instructor to show you again if a step is unclear, and make a note of which tutorial covers it. A little attention at the end can spare you from trying to remember a needle movement weeks later.

A calm option for a rainy Hoi An day

Embroidery is a quiet, hands-on alternative to walking around town, and the workshop is specifically suggested as an option for rainy weather. It suits a slow afternoon: you sit, learn, make something, and leave with a souvenir that carries your own work.

The pace is also a good fit if you want a break from sightseeing. This is not a class built around big spectacles or a long list of stops. Its appeal lies in the small decisions: choosing a motif, testing a stitch, and watching a plain bag gain character. If you prefer active outings or want to see several places in one booking, this will feel too contained.

Is $49 good value?

At $49 per person, the class is not a bargain-basement craft activity. Its value depends on what you want from it. You’re paying for private instruction, the provided materials, a project to work on, and online tutorials for home practice. The option to ask questions after class adds useful support.

Compare that with buying a finished bag: the ready-made item may cost less, but it won’t teach you how to embroider or give you a design of your own. If learning a craft is part of the appeal, the workshop offers a more lasting return. If you only want to fill a short gap in your schedule, the price may feel high for a single activity.

The private format is one of the stronger reasons to book. A teacher can adapt the lesson to your idea and help you through mistakes, which is more useful than a demonstration where you’re left to copy from a distance. The most praised qualities of the class are the patient teaching, the chance to shape your own project, and the relaxed pace.

Who should book this workshop?

Book it if you’re curious about embroidery, have never tried needlework, or want a personal souvenir that you make yourself. It also suits experienced stitchers who want to learn a few new techniques or spend time on a specific idea. The class is described as suitable for all levels, with particular attention to beginners.

It may be less suitable if you’re in a hurry, dislike detailed handwork, or expect to complete a complicated garment in one sitting. You’ll get more from the session if you arrive with a flexible plan, a willingness to practice, and a simple first design. If you want to customize your own clothes, bring the item and check beforehand that it is suitable.

The activity has a 5.0 rating from 24 reviews, with 100% recommended. That is encouraging, though a small number of ratings cannot tell you exactly how your own session will go. The practical signs are stronger: private attention, a patient teaching style, take-home materials, and tutorials that help you continue.

Should you book it?

I’d book this workshop if you want to trade a couple of sightseeing hours for a useful skill and a one-of-a-kind keepsake. It’s especially appealing for a rainy afternoon or for anyone who likes making things more than browsing for souvenirs. Keep your first project simple, ask about your preferred start time, and bring clothing only after confirming it can be embroidered in class.

Skip it if you need a fast, finished product or would rather spend the money on a ready-made item. For a curious beginner with a little patience, though, this is a thoughtful way to spend part of a Hoi An visit.

FAQ

How long is the workshop?

The listed duration is approximately two hours and 30 minutes. The workshop description refers to about two hours of instruction, so treat the total time as approximate.

How much does it cost?

The price is $49 per person.

Is the class private?

Yes. It is a private activity for your group.

Is the workshop suitable for beginners?

Yes. It is described as suitable for all levels, especially beginners.

What materials are provided?

The kit includes a hoop, threads, needles, a pen, fabric, and a bag to embroider.

What can I embroider?

The workshop mentions bags, handkerchiefs, notebooks, and clothing. A bag is provided, and you can ask about bringing another item.

Will I learn specific stitches?

Yes. You’ll learn basic embroidery stitches and can use them to make flowers or another design. Three-dimensional flowers are also mentioned.

Are online tutorials included?

Yes. Online tutorials are provided so you can practice and review the techniques at home.

Can I request a different start time?

Yes. You can contact the provider to ask for a start time that fits your schedule. The stated price remains the same.

Where does the activity start and end?

It starts and ends at Little Daisy Hoi An Embroidery & Sewing Workshop in Cẩm An, Hội An.