SHOW OFF YOUR EMBROIDERY SKILLS

Welcome to the inaugural National Embroidery Awards competition (formally the Madeira competition). We are thrilled to launch an annual event that aims to be the pinnacle of embroidery contests in the country. We invite entries from all corners of the community, celebrating the incredible artistry and diversity of embroidery.

⭐ Win amazing prizes ⭐

This competition is open to all and is split into two categories
IN EDUCATION and NOT IN EDUCATION to ensure everyone has a chance to shine and win their share of the fabulous prizes!

(See the Full Competition Brief for more information)

IMPORTANT Exhibits MUST NOT be shown on any social media sites until the results are announced on our website. If proven, the exhibit will be disqualified.

⭐ IMPORTANT DATES ⭐

Registration Deadline: 

31 January 2025

Deadline for emailing entry image: 

31 January 2025

Delivery Deadline: 

24 February 2025

Event competition takes place: 

Fashion & Embroidery, Birmingham NEC – 13-16 March 2025

Judging Date: 

13 March 2025

Winners Announced:

 14 March 2025

Prize Giving: 16 March 2025


With thanks to our sponsors:

How to Enter

Before the deadline you must:

Read the full brief

Click the link below to read and download the Full Competition Brief. 

Enter Online

Complete the entry form, choosing the category that best fits you and pay the appropriate fee (see fees in Full Competition Brief)

Email an image

Before the deadline email one high-resolution image of your design, sketch, work in progress or completed piece to competitions@ichf.co.uk

 

More Information

Entry Deadline

31st January 2025

Help

If you need a paper entry form call
+44 (0)1425 272711. If you have a technical question about your entry and need guidance, please contact jane@janebcreatives.co.uk

Judges

We have a panel of expert judges lined up for the show. (see below!)

How to Enter

Before the deadline you must:

Read the full brief

Click the link below to read and download the Full Competition Brief. 

Enter Online

Complete the entry form, choosing the category that best fits you and pay the appropriate fee (see fees in Full Competition Brief)

Email an image

Before the deadline email one high-resolution image of your design, sketch, work in progress or completed piece to competitions@ichf.co.uk

 

More Information

Entry Deadline

31st January 2025

Help

If you need a paper entry form call
+44 (0)1425 272711. If you have a technical question about your entry and need guidance, please contact jane@janebcreatives.co.uk

Judges

We have a panel of expert judges lined up for the show. (see below!)