Begin or refine your embroidery practice with ten stitches that are integral to almost every project you will undertake! Your instructor will guide you step by step through the creation of a colorful sampler—designed with space for you to finish at home while reinforcing the skills you learned in class.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
No skills are required.

STITCHES LEARNED:
1. Straight Stitch
2. Backstitch
3. Whipped Backstitch
4. Stem Stitch
5. Chain Stitch
6. Lazy Daisy
7. French Knot
8. Satin Stitch
9. Leaf Stitch
10. Wagon Wheel Rosette

INSTRUCTOR:
This workshop will be led by a resettled refugee artisan who is a member of the Refugee Women’s Workshop at Stitch Buffalo. Assistance will be provided by Stitch Buffalo staff/volunteers.

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.

HEALTH SAFETY PROTOCOLS:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to protecting the health of our community and follows all current local, state, and federal guidelines regarding public health safety.

• Class sizes are limited (typically 5–8 students plus instructor).
• Weather permitting, doors and windows will be open to promote air circulation.
• We are a mask-friendly facility. You are welcome to wear a mask. Class participants are asked to respect requests to mask.

INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable.

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 participate. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. If you purchase this seat, please consider it a commitment to attend.