Beginner Embroidery: April Showers Bring Spring Flowers - IN-PERSON CLASS

1800 Rossville Avenue,Chattanooga TN 37408

14 April, 2023

Description

In this class, you’ll learn how to embroider in four basic threading styles: running stitch, back stitch, satin stitch, and chain stitch and how to do small accent stitches like the french knot. Participants will practice stitching and leave with their first creation and an understanding of how to go forward and embroider. Supplies include: muslin to practice with, a sharpie and erasable marker, a transfer design of your choosing, up to five thread colors of your choosing, an embroidery needle, and an embroidery hoop. Please note: masks are optional. About the Instructor: Sarah Olivo is from Asheville, North Carolina and moved to Chattanooga in 2018 by way of Seattle, Washington. Sarah has worked in museums and nonprofits for over 15 years, with a focus on multicultural learning and authentic storytelling. Her experience includes facilitating accessible learning programs, organizing creative collaboration, with focus on social and environmental justice. Her practice includes reading and writing about nonprofits, museums, and identity. Sarah loves to embroider, garden, hike, and travel with her partner. Check out her page, @thedearfox on Instagram for more embroidery inspiration. For details about our refund and cancellation policy, visit our FAQ’S: www.thechattery.org/faqs