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Introduction to Embroidery
In-Branch Program
Tuesday, September 29
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Learn the basics of embroidery in this beginner-friendly workshop.
Hand embroidery is a centuries-old art form that involves decorating fabric with a needle, thread and various stitching techniques. Explore embroidery basics such as preparing to stitch, separating floss, selecting colours and foundational stitches. Create a piece of embroidered art with hands-on guidance by following a pre-made pattern or drawing out a design using Sulky transfer paper.
Kits with all necessary materials are provided. No prior experience needed.
Led by Olivia Skelhorne-Gross, a fibre artist from Hamilton. Since 2017, embroidery has been her primary artistic medium through which she explores a variety of subject matters, particularly realistic pet portraits and embroidered patterns for clothing. She is also the author of the children's book Round and Round the Garden.
Follow Olivia on Instagram @Riverbirchthreads
AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Arts and Culture |
TAGS: | Hobbies | Handcrafts | Crafts | Art |
Kenilworth Branch
The Kenilworth Branch opened in 1932. Its architecture was based on the former Boys and Girls House of the Toronto Public Library. This historical branch offers materials and programming for children, teens and adults. Kenilworth Branch was most recently renovated in 2012.
