
Craft & Connect Wednesdays: Women's Voices Garland (March 26, 2025 | 5:30–7:30pm)
Your midweek invitation to create and unwind with a simple craft! Class fee of $30 includes all tools and supplies.
Exhibit by Stitch Buffalo
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens | March 10 through April 28, 2025
Just as pollinators spread life and vibrancy by helping flowers bloom in the Botanical Gardens, Stitch Buffalo facilitates the cross-pollination of ideas, skills, and stories among diverse communities. Through the creation of handcrafted textile art, including floral motifs often inspired by the artisans’ cultural heritage, Stitch Buffalo nurtures creativity and creates opportunities for individuals to flourish in new environments. This shared growth mirrors the natural cycle of pollination, where mutual support leads to beauty, sustainability, and thriving ecosystems. Entrance to the exhibit is included with museum admission. Learn more.
Your midweek invitation to create and unwind with a simple craft! Class fee of $30 includes all tools and supplies.
Explore the cultural significance, materials, and techniques of this traditional art form—and make something useful for your home or to give as a gift. Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn to make the earrings from Mara Gamboa’s “Daisy Chain” set. Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
FREE! Come spread hope and support by making cards to distribute to patients in psych wards.
SOLD OUT—Learn core stitches and begin creating art with thread!
SOLD OUT—Make a stylish leather tote and customize it with your initials, name, or a date. You’ll learn the basics of leather working, including how to mark and follow a leather pattern, do edge work, punch holes, and affix solid rivets.
SOLD OUT—Learn to decipher the language of sewing patterns, make basic fit adjustments, select the right fabric, and begin sewing your own clothing!
SOLD OUT—Designed for beginners, this two-session class will give you the essential techniques and skills to begin your crochet journey. Class fee of $75 includes all materials.
SOLD OUT—This class is designed for intermediate students (including graduates of our four-week class for beginners) who want to build skills and learn practical applications for their sewing machine. Classes will be held weekly on April 9, 16, 23, 30 (4:30–6:30pm).
All are welcome to an integrative, artist led, community art making workshop at the Birge Mansion—an expansive, light filled, historic space. With artist and facilitator Melora Griffis, we will engage in a process of exploration, play, and reflection, beginning with a physical improvisational “warm-up” followed by experimental, mixed-media art making. Class fee of $8 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn the basics of block printing to redesign your own garments with pattern and color. Class fee of $60 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn to make a braided bead bracelet with Mara Gamboa, a member of the Refugee Women’s Workshop who came to Buffalo from Ecuador. Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
Get creative with an exciting new tool at Stitch Buffalo—and create a sturdy heart-shaped cushion that is filled with love! Class fee of $45 includes all tools and supplies.
REGISTRATION OPENS 4-1-25—Bring your latest project and work on it alongside fellow craft enthusiasts. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, everyone is welcome. It's a great way to make friends, get inspired, and be part of a supportive community.
Designed for people with intermediate crochet skill, this two-session class will help you dive into the versatile and inventive world of granny squares. The class meets on Wednesdays, April 23 and 30 (5:30–7:30pm). Class fee of $75 includes all tools and supplies.
Explore the cultural significance, materials, and techniques of this traditional art form—and make something useful for your home or to give as a gift. Class fee of $60 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn to make the bracelet from Mara Gamboa’s “Daisy Chain” set. Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
Your midweek invitation to create and unwind with a simple craft! Class fee of $30 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn the basics of leather tooling and carving while making a set of four coasters. Class fee of $60 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn core stitches and begin creating art with thread! Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
SOLD OUT—Ideal for less experienced sewists who want to gain knowledge and confidence. This four-week class meets May 7, 14, 21, 28 (4:30–6:30pm).
Transform a plain pair of jeans into a one-of-a-kind work of art! Class fee: $50.
REGISTRATION OPENS 5-1-25—Bring your latest project and work on it alongside fellow craft enthusiasts. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, everyone is welcome. It's a great way to make friends, get inspired, and be part of a supportive community.
Toss aside the rules and learn improv-style quilting with Whitney Crispell, textile artist and owner of the quilting studio Local Color. Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
Your midweek invitation to create and unwind with a simple craft! Class fee of $30 includes all tools and supplies.
Get creative with an exciting new tool at Stitch Buffalo—and create a sturdy heart-shaped cushion that is filled with love! Class fee of $45 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn to solve common problems, take care of your sewing machine, and enjoy your sewing more! Class fee: $50
Get creative with an exciting new tool at Stitch Buffalo—and create a sturdy heart-shaped cushion that is filled with love! Class fee of $45 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn to decipher the language of sewing patterns, make basic fit adjustments, select the right fabric, and begin sewing your own clothing! Class fee: $125
This class is designed for intermediate students (including graduates of our four-week class for beginners) who want to build skills and learn practical applications for their sewing machine. Classes will be held weekly on June 4, 11, 16, 25 (4:30–6:30pm). Class fee of $120 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn core stitches and begin creating art with thread! Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn the basics of block printing to redesign your own garments with pattern and color. Class fee of $60 includes all tools and supplies.
Make a classic leather belt in your choice of color and buckle finish. Class fee of $125 includes all tools and supplies.
Designed for beginners, this two-session class will give you the essential techniques and skills to begin your crochet journey. Class fee of $75 includes all tools and supplies.
Learn the basics of cable knitting, including how to read cable patterns, how to create cable stitches, and how to use a cable needle. Class fee of $40 includes all tools and supplies.
REGISTRATION OPENS 6-1-25—Bring your latest project and work on it alongside fellow craft enthusiasts. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, everyone is welcome. It's a great way to make friends, get inspired, and be part of a supportive community.
Join us for Neighborhood Discovery Days, a series of FREE, family-friendly events designed to introduce our neighbors to the creative possibilities of hand embroidery, machine sewing, and block printing.
Learn the basics of lace knitting, including how to read patterns. Class fee of $40 includes all tools and supplies.
Your midweek invitation to create and unwind with a simple craft! Class fee of $30 includes all tools and supplies.
Kids ages 8–13 are invited to explore their creativity at Stitch Buffalo this summer! Working in our diverse and inclusive studio, students will learn the fundamentals of sewing, dyeing, weaving, printing, embroidery, and more.
Learn to solve common problems, take care of your sewing machine, and enjoy your sewing more! Class fee: $50
Kids ages 8–13 are invited to explore their creativity at Stitch Buffalo this summer! Working in our diverse and inclusive studio, students will learn the fundamentals of sewing, dyeing, weaving, printing, embroidery, and more.
Kids ages 8–13 are invited to explore their creativity at Stitch Buffalo this summer! Working in our diverse and inclusive studio, students will learn the fundamentals of sewing, dyeing, weaving, printing, embroidery, and more.
Your midweek invitation to create and unwind with a simple craft! Class fee of $30 includes all tools and supplies.
Bring in your beloved garment or item in need of repair, and our team of skilled menders (including members of the Refugee Women’s Workshop) will be on hand to help you repair it!
Join us for Neighborhood Discovery Days, a series of FREE, family-friendly events designed to introduce our neighbors to the creative possibilities of hand embroidery, machine sewing, and block printing.
Learn to solve common problems, take care of your sewing machine, and enjoy your sewing more! Class fee: $50
Learn to make the necklace from Mara Gamboa’s “Daisy Chain” set. Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
SOLD OUT—Explore the cultural significance, materials, and techniques of this traditional art form—and make something useful for your home or to give as a gift. Class fee of $50 includes all tools and supplies.
Take your pattern design to the next level with skills on custom block carving, pattern planning and development, and more! Please note: This class meets twice. You will need to attend both sessions to complete the class. Class fee of $120 includes all tools and supplies.
Join visiting artist Viviana Jaqueline Canepa (Argentina) and learn how to weave on traditional Aztec and Chimuelo looms.
SOLD OUT—Bring your latest project and work on it alongside fellow craft enthusiasts. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, everyone is welcome. It's a great way to make friends, get inspired, and be part of a supportive community.
Join visiting artist Viviana Jaqueline Canepa (Argentina) and learn how to weave on a traditional hexagonal pin loom. Note: This class meets twice (March 20 and 22); you will need to attend both sessions to complete the projects.
Join visiting artist Viviana Jaqueline Canepa (Argentina) and learn how to weave on a flower loom to create individual flowers—and how to join them into larger pieces of fabric.
Learn the basics of leather working while making a function wallet with a snap closure.
Get creative with an exciting new tool at Stitch Buffalo—and create a sturdy heart-shaped cushion that is filled with love!
Get creative with an exciting new tool at Stitch Buffalo—and create a sturdy heart-shaped cushion that is filled with love!
Join visiting artist Viviana Jaqueline Canepa (Argentina) and learn how to weave on a traditional triangle pin loom. Note: This class meets twice (March 7 and 14); you will need to attend both sessions to complete the projects.
Join visiting artist Viviana Jaqueline Canepa (Argentina) and learn how to weave on a traditional square pin loom. Note: This class meets twice (March 6 and 13); you will need to attend both sessions to complete the projects.
Ideal for less experienced sewists who want to gain knowledge and confidence. This four-week class meets March 5, 12, 19, 26 (4:30–6:30pm).
Join visiting artist Viviana Jaqueline Canepa (Argentina) and learn how to weave on a traditional heart-shaped pin loom. Note: This class meets twice (March 5 and 12); you will need to attend both sessions to complete the projects.
Designed for beginners, this course offers a structured approach to mastering the craft, with essential techniques and skills that will serve as the building blocks for your knitting journey. The class meets on Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 (5:30pm–7:30pm).
Grab your white garments or other small textile items and explore the process of indigo dyeing (blue) and marigold dyeing (yellow)—and the potential to combine them and make green!
Learn core stitches and begin creating art with thread!
Learn the basics of block printing to redesign your own garments with pattern and color.
Explore the intersection of science and art, creating your own illuminated textile bracelet!
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN—Bring your latest project and work on it alongside fellow craft enthusiasts. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, everyone is welcome. It's a great way to make friends, get inspired, and be part of a supportive community.
Unleash your creativity with a project that invites exploration, improvisation, and lateral thinking!
Learn to make the bracelet from Mara Gamboa’s “Daisy Chain” set.
Explore the cultural significance, materials, and techniques of this traditional art form—and make something useful for your home or to give as a gift.
GALENTINE’S DAY EDITION—WITH SWEET TREATS AND BEVERAGES! Get creative with an exciting new tool at Stitch Buffalo—and create a sturdy heart-shaped cushion that is filled with love!
Get creative with an exciting new tool at Stitch Buffalo—and create a sturdy heart-shaped cushion that is filled with love!
Join us for Neighborhood Drop-In Days, a series of FREE, family-friendly events designed to introduce our neighbors to the creative possibilities of hand embroidery, machine sewing, and block printing.
Get creative with an exciting new tool at Stitch Buffalo—and create a sturdy heart-shaped cushion that is filled with love!
FREE! Come spread hope and support by making cards to distribute to patients in psych wards.
This class is designed for intermediate students (including graduates of our four-week class for beginners) who want to build skills and learn practical applications for their sewing machine. Classes will be held weekly on February 5, 12, 19, 26 (4:30–6:30pm).
Designed for beginners, this two-session class will give you the essential techniques and skills to begin your crochet journey. The class meets on Mondays, February 3 and 10 (5:30–7:30pm)