Jun 28th
6:30–8:30pm EDT
3 classes have spots left
The New York Sewing Center @ Online Classroom, New York, NY 00000
This workshop is all about embellishment. Got a skirt you finished in Sewing 101? A denim jacket that needs a little extra pizzazz? A gift you want to make extra special? We're here to help! We're taking a step away from the sewing machine and enjoying the soothing art of hand embroidery. In this class, students are asked to bring an article of clothing they would like to work on, and they walk away with an embellished garment decorated with a...
Wednesday Jun 28th, 6:30–8:30pm Eastern Time
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128
Embroidery has a variety of applications, from customizing clothes to creating your own artwork. This class will take you through eight different stitches considered essential to the art of embroidery. With knots, edging, and basics, you will leave with a finished sampler of all you learned in class as well as the tools to continue further. In-person class includes all materials.
Wednesday Jun 14th, 6–9pm Eastern Time
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128
The perfect class for a quick gift or a decoration for your own wall. Learn two basic embroidery stitches paired with two more advanced, decorative stitches, which combine to form a piece with stunning texture and details. This class will leave the lesson with a finished piece and the skills to embroider other items in their wardrobe while home. In-person class includes all materials: 3” Embroidery hoop Floss Size 24 chenille embroidery...
Sunday Aug 6th, 2:30–4pm Eastern Time
M Avery Designs @ M Avery Virtual Classroom
Learn how to do beautiful hand embroidery techniques in the comfort of your own home. No sewing experience is necessary to join this class. Although, experienced stitchers will learn new things each session and perfect their skills with additional sessions. Week 1: The Basics Running Stitch Back Stitch Split Stitch Stem Stitch Chain Stitch & Whipped Back Stitch We'll start a sampler to remember and have examples of all the foundation...
Learn basic embroidery stitches including outline stitches, and fill stitches. With these you can complete most designs. Come with a project idea and before you leave I will help you get started. Bringing a pen and paper is helpful, but will depend on your learning style. Class is very hands on.
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Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
Learn how to embroider in this one-day workshop taught by Soraya Navia. Join Queens-based artist, Soraya Navia, in this beginner embroidery workshop. Using needle and thread, students will learn how to apply several embroidery stitches to a customizable fabric pattern. Students will leave with a finished stitching sampler, a handmade embroidered piece of art (ready to hang on the wall!), and all the supplies needed to continue mastering this popular...
Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Kick your embroidery skills up a notch! Learn how to add texture and depth to your needlework while you make your way through a lovely, floral stitch sampler. Led by Brooklyn-based embroidery artist Angela Stewart, this workshop will cover: A refresher of how to transfer a printed image to fabric How to create several embroidery stitches including fishbone stitch, stem stitch, woven wheel and french knots How to use these stitches to create...
Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY 10002
Create an embroidery sampler as an introduction to the french knot, running, back, and cross stitches. Practice putting these stitches to use by designing your own patch!
Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Make a statement with your denim! In this class, you'll learn how to stitch your design of choice on denim using simple embroidery skills. Choose from our Craftz n Thingz embroidery patterns, or create your own design! This class will cover: Designing and planning your embroidery How to transfer your design to fabric What embroidery floss, needles and other tools are required Tips and tricks for...
NYC Makery @ 131 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Spend your afternoon designing a fun embroidery pattern that tells a story. Imagine how touching one part of your embroidery design might light up another. We'll be augmenting traditional thread, and introducing how to use conductive thread and other wearable electronics materials. Needles, embroidery tools and basic materials will be provided for you to create an interactive patch or pouch. If you have a pillow case or other object...
Maryanne Moodie @ 67 35th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Come learn basic embroidery stitches and embroidery techniques! What you get: 2.5 hour lesson where we'll learn about the basic techniques of needle arts and stitches including decorative, line, and fill stitches. Each student will walk away with a finished sampler to either keep for your own home or gift to a friend for the holiday season! Kaelyn Garcia is a New York based textile artist and teacher, as well as our very own MM studio manager!...
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan @ 334 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023
Learn the basics of hand embroidery in this beginners' class. In the first session, students will learn the most common stitches used in hand embroidery and use them to create a sampler. With those skills, students will work on their own unique project and leave with the confidence to choose the best stitches to use for any design. No experience required. All supplies will be provided. Q&A Q: Is the school disability-friendly? A: ...
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
Want to learn the fundamentals of hand embroidery? Then this is the class for you! You'll leave class with an embroidery hoop, floss, a needle, and all the information you need to start making your embroidery dreams come true. Each person will start an embroidery project on a tea towel that they can also take home and finish. I will cover how to transfer patterns to fabric and three basic stitches (back stitch, split stitch and the french knot). ...
Jade Scarlett Art @ 590 6th Ave, New York, NY 10011
Embroidery and Watercolor Florals are incredibly popular in the fashion and home decor world and what better way to have the best of both worlds and combine these beautiful art forms to create stunning effects. In this beginner friendly, no experience needed class, you will learn basic watercolor techniques that can be used on both fabric and paper and then combine it with a few super easy to learn embroidery stitches to create gorgeous modern "aquabroidery"...
Jade Scarlett Art @ 79 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016
Learn a few basic embroidery stitches and make some amazing wall art in this beginner-friendly class, where we’ll give you a rundown on the basics of this classic craft. You will learn how to prep your embroidery hoop, create and transfer your design onto fabric, the basics of selecting the perfect thread, how to start and end your embroidery project, and how to create essential embroidery stitches, such as the running stitch, back stitch and...
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Embroidery is a type of fiber art that involves using needles and thread to create detailed designs on various fabrics such as cotton, wool, linen, or even denim. While it can be done on a machine, basic hand embroidery often consists of using a hoop to hold the fabric taut while you apply various stitching techniques to create designs. Beginner embroiderers may follow a pre-made pattern, while more advanced crafters may create their own patterns to create beautiful designs. Basic materials needed for embroidery include embroidery floss, needles, hoops, scissors, fabric, and patterns that you can draw onto your fabric and show you the stitches required to create the design.
Learning a fun hobby such as embroidery is a great way to relieve stress and feel a sense of accomplishment. Many find embroidery to be meditative due to the detailed nature of the craft and the ability to create beautiful artwork using just needle and thread. Instead of endlessly swiping through social media, try embroidery in your free time as a more relaxing activity that is likely better for your mental health. Learning embroidery will give you a skill that allows you to create projects you can display in your home or give to others for birthday gifts, baby or wedding showers, Christmas, housewarming, etc. Many embroiderers have even found ways to profit from their projects by selling their patterns and/or embroidery projects on websites like Etsy and Facebook Marketplace.
In addition to being a great stress reliever, embroidery can give you a sense of community by connecting you to a large community of fiber artists. You may be able to find local embroidery groups through your local library or online on platforms such as Facebook Groups. Some embroidery clubs found online will also provide you access to their pattern library for a membership fee. The Embroiderers' Guild of America (EGA) is a national organization with local chapters that meet regularly in person for embroidery exhibits, classes, and programs. Their membership also includes access to a large library of projects.
New York City has a wide variety of embroidery classes offered in person at various craft stores, workshops, and art centers. The Beginner Embroidery Workshop, held at the Brooklyn Craft Company, offers those new to embroidery the opportunity to master the basics while creating a peace-sign hoop. This class teaches individuals ages 18 and older how to transfer images onto fabric, what types of fabrics and supplies are needed in embroidery, how to do basic stitches, and how to frame your piece in a hoop. All materials are provided and included in the cost of the class. Brooklyn Craft Company is a supply and workshop space in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, offering classes and events for various types of modern craft and DIY trends, such as all types of needlework, glass etching, macrame, perfume-making, jewelry-making, drawing, painting, and photography.
Other classes offered by Brooklyn Craft Company include Floral Embroidery and Beginner Cross Stitch. In Floral Embroidery, open to ages 18 and older, individuals will learn how to add texture and depth to their embroidery while making a floral sampler. The workshop covers how to transfer a printed image to fabric and use several different stitches to create texture. While open to all skill levels, knowledge of embroidery basics is useful. In Beginner Cross Stitch, however, no previous knowledge is needed as you learn how to cross-stitch a cute succulent pattern. This class, also for ages 18 and older, covers how to read cross-stitch pattern charts, what type of supplies are needed, how to do the cross-stitch, and how to frame your project in an embroidery hoop. All materials are provided for these classes.
Another in-person class in NYC is the Embroidery Workshop at The New York Sewing Center located in Midtown Manhattan. This class, open to individuals of all skill levels age 10 and older, is a fun way for users to learn how to embellish their own clothing with embroidery. Students are asked to bring an article of clothing, a denim jacket, for example, that they would like to add their personal touch to with a word or phrase and they will supply the rest of the materials. The New York Sewing Center, located in the center of the garment district in NYC, offers sewing, design, and private classes for various ages and skill levels.
If you are looking for a kid-friendly fiber arts class, The New York Sewing Center offers two Kids' Summer Fashion Camps, one for 7 to 10-year-olds and the other geared toward 11 to 14-year-olds. Both beginner-friendly camps are five days long, four hours per day. Kids will learn fashion design skills such as sketching, how to thread and use a sewing machine, how to sew clothing and accessories, hand and machine stitching, and embroidery. The younger cohort's projects include a pillow, scrunchies, and an elastic waist skirt, while the older kids will work on projects such as a tote bag and a summer top. There is also a Kids' Advanced Sewing and Fashion Camp offered through The New York Sewing Center for kids who have already taken a summer camp or after-school program. This camp is intended for ages 9 to 11 to advance their fashion skills as they design, sketch, and sew trendy clothing and accessories for summer.
Embroidery Basics: Making a Sampler, offered by 92nd Street Y, is a beginner embroidery class for ages 18 and older. In this class, individuals will learn eight different essential stitches for embroidery, as well as techniques such as knots and edging. You will walk away with a completed sampler and the tools and knowledge to complete more basic embroidery projects. All materials are included. 92nd Street Y is a cultural and community center in Manhattan that offers a diverse range of programs, events, concerts, and over 4,000 classes taught by experts. A proudly Jewish organization established over 140 years ago, 92nd Street Y welcomes people of all backgrounds and embraces learning and self-improvement as well as contribution to the community.
92nd Street Y additionally offers the class Embroidery in 90 minutes: Floral Monogram to all skill levels ages 18 and older. In this class, individuals will learn two basic embroidery stitches as well as two advanced, decorative stitches to complete a project with impressive detail and texture. All materials are included, such as a 3-inch embroidery hoop, embroidery floss, needles, a tracing pen, and colored felt of your choice.
While in-person embroidery classes are often taken at a workshop, craft store, or art/community center, virtual classes are conducted live online on your computer and therefore can be taken from anywhere. Online embroidery classes offer the ability to learn embroidery from the comfort of your own home or any other place you happen to be in with an Internet connection. Many individuals enjoy online courses for the flexibility they provide and the lack of commute. Additionally, more classes are now being offered online, providing you with more options to choose from instead of being limited to those in your city. The drawback to virtual classes is that you generally have to provide your own materials and tools or equipment.
Offered through the Evanston Art Center, The Art of Contemporary Embroidery virtual class for ages 16 and older teaches beginners new ways to produce art with needle and thread. Individuals will learn how to embroider with and without a hoop with techniques such as mending, darning, quilt-blocking, couching, and sashiko. This class is held via Zoom and the materials needed, including links to where to buy the supplies online, are located in the course description. The Evanston Art Center is a non-profit visual arts organization in Evanston, Illinois, just north of Chicago, offering numerous classes, lectures, exhibitions, and outreach activities for youth and adults.
For other types of sewing and textile classes, 92nd Street Y offers Crochet for Beginners, a virtual six-session workshop for beginners ages 18 and older to learn the art of crochet. Additionally, individuals can take Sashiko Mending, another beginner-friendly class offered through 92nd Street Y and conducted online. In this virtual class, students learn how to mend clothes using Sashiko-style mending, a style created during the Edo period of Japan to extend the life of kimonos.
Are you looking for a fun team-building activity for your business or organization? Taking an embroidery class as a group is a great way to establish camaraderie and do something unique and enjoyable at work. CourseHorse has live online embroidery classes for private groups in NYC.
The Virtual Modern Embroidery Art class through CourseHorse is a lighthearted and relaxing beginner-friendly class where individuals will learn basic hand embroidery skills. This two-hour class covers topics such as how to prep an embroidery hoop, how to select the perfect thread, and how to start and finish your project. Basic stitches will be taught as well as floral stitches that include woven wheel roses, french knots, stem stitches, and fishbone leaves. CourseHorse provides the materials ahead of time for each individual, including colorful threads, embroidery tools, and a floral wreath embroidery pattern.
Benefits of booking a class with CourseHorse include receiving a booking confirmation within 24 hours, not having to pay booking fees, and having an event provider contact you with details and to answer any questions you have about the class. Also, if you need to change the size of your group, you can do so after scheduling. While Zoom is the default platform for classes, CourseHorse can also accommodate other video conferencing platforms such as Google Meets, Microsoft Teams, and WebEx. You can even customize your class for a fee if you want to involve a specific theme or game in your learning.
CourseHorse offers other virtual fiber art classes for private groups in NYC, such as the Virtual Macrame Workshop and Virtual Tapestry Loom Weaving. In the macramé workshop, individuals will learn the art of tying knots to produce beautiful textiles, a technique said to have derived from Arab weavers in the 13th century. During this class, students will create a beautiful hanging planter out of the cord that is supplied by CourseHorse. In the loom weaving class, individuals will create a beautiful tapestry to hang in their homes. This beginner-friendly class provides all the materials for students to learn how to make a DIY loom from a chipboard, how to weave stitches and add fringes to their design, and how to include various fiber weights and textures in their tapestry.
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