Visiting artist Shannon Downey (aka @BadassCrossStitch) and members of the Refugee Women’s Workshop to stitch together in community. People of all ages and experience levels—even absolute beginners—are welcome to participate. Together, we will create a banner with the words “The World Is Here,” symbolizing the melting pot of global cultures and diverse experiences present in our community.

Stay for the whole afternoon, or drop in when you can. All supplies will be provided and admission is free (donations are appreciated).

But wait—there’s more! This is just one of three events planned during Shannon’s visit to Buffalo. Be sure to check out the others at www. stitchbuffalo.org/calendar.

About Shannon

Shannon Downey is a Chicago artist, activist, craftivist, community builder, and general instigator who creates art projects designed to inspire others to take action, think, discuss, engage with democracy and their community, and find some digital/analog balance.

In her own words, “I am queer, anti-racist, feminist, anti-capitalist, highly political, and committed to growth, learning, honesty, and doing whatever I can to make this an equitable world. My art generally tackles what I call ‘the big three’ systems of oppression: white supremacy, patriarchy, and capitalism.”

Learn more about Shannon:
"Craftivist" Shannon Downey Reflects on a Year of Angry Cross Stitching (Chicago magazine)

Badass Cross Stitch: A Conversation with Craftivist Shannon Downey (Atlas Magazine)

How that “Boys Will Be Boys” Embroidery Became the Internet’s Response to Harvey Weinstein (Vogue)

When Being Bad Does Good (The Smart Set)

An Interview with Shannon Downey, aka Badass Cross Stitch (No Kill Magazine)

Above: Embroidery art by Shannon Downey.