Beaded jewelry, especially in bright colors, has deep roots in Ecuador. In this workshop, bead artist Mara Gamboa will walk you through this delicate process to create a pair of colorful beaded earrings.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Mara Gamboa is a jewelry artist and member of the Refugee Women’s Workshop at Stitch Buffalo. She came to Buffalo from Ecuador and is working to preserve her cultural knowledge and traditions in her new home.

SUSTAINABILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to fostering sustainability practices and reducing waste in the textile industry. In this workshop, we will strive to minimize waste and work as much as possible with supplies that have been rescued for reuse.

INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is an ADA compliant facility, with accessible entrances, tables, restrooms, and drinking fountains. Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable. We are happy to work with you!

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Due to the nature of this class and the preparation required, class fees are non-refundable.

For each class, Stitch Buffalo offers one seat at half-price to a student or community member who otherwise could not afford to attend. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. We have waiting lists for many classes, so if you register for this discounted class, please consider it a commitment to attend.