Description: Discover the art of paper stitching in this beginner-friendly workshop. Using embroidery floss, simple hand-stitching techniques, and botanical templates, you'll create a collection of elegant handmade greeting cards. You'll learn how to punch design guides and stitch graceful line-art illustrations while exploring a creative process that's both calming and rewarding.

Choose from a selection of modern botanical designs and thread colors to create cards that are uniquely your own. No previous embroidery or stitching experience is necessary.

What You’ll Do: 

• Learn the basics of paper embroidery

• Transfer a botanical design onto cardstock

• Practice hand-stitching techniques using embroidery floss

• Create 2 or more handmade greeting cards (depending on your pace)

• Finish your cards with coordinating envelopes and professional interior liners

What You’ll Learn: 

• How to transfer a design using reusable templates

• Proper hole spacing and punching techniques

• Beginner-friendly stitching techniques 

• Tips for clean starts, neat finishes, and professional-looking handmade cards

• Ideas for continuing paper embroidery projects at home

This Class is great for: 

• Complete beginners

• Paper crafters and card makers

• Embroidery enthusiasts looking to try something new

• Anyone who enjoys relaxing, mindful creative activities

• Handmade gift lovers

• Adults and teens (recommended ages 13+ with accompanying adult)

Instructor: Alison Walker

Schedule: Tuesday, August 4, 5:30 - 8:00 pm 

Cost: $45

What to bring: Just yourself! All supplies and tools are provided, including cards, envelopes, embroidery floss, needles, templates, and specialty tools. Reading glasses are recommended if you normally use them for close-up work.