Did you know that hand embroidery can help reduce stress and anxiety while increasing mindfulness and attention?
For this class we’ve blended our love of sustainable fashion with mindful practices that are really focused on helping our students in areas of creativity, mental health and brain development.
Mental health: Hand embroidery can help reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and improve sleep. It can also help you feel more confident and accomplished.
Mindfulness: The repetitive nature of hand embroidery can help you focus on the present moment and quiet the anxious or overstimulated mind.
Brain health: Hand embroidery can help develop, maintain, and repair the brain. It can also help sharpen the mind as you grow and keep your mind sharp as you age.
See below for the current course schedule, cost and registration.
Students Will Learn the Following:
Types of Needles and Specialty Threads used in Hand Embroidery
4 Basic Hand Embroidery Stitches
Running Stitch
Whipped Running Stitch
Back Stitch
Pearl Stitch
Up to 5 Specialty Hand Embroidery Stitches
Coral Stitch - Bead Stitch
Holbein Stitch
Rope Stitch
Chain Stitch
Pekinese Stitch
Students Will Bring in Their Own Clothing Items to Embroider
With a focus on upcycling and sustainable fashion we recommend students shop their closets for project items.
When selecting pieces, consider the fabric. Denim, cotton and other mid-weight, low stretch materials will be easiest to work with for beginners.
Recommended items include:
Jeans, Jackets, Skirts, Shirts, Dresses
Hoodies, T-shirts, Sweats, Athletic Apparel
Tote or Cargo Bags
Hats - Bucket Hats, Sun Hats, Knit Caps
Aprons
Pillow Cases, Curtains, Home Decor Items
What’s included:
IN STUDIO: The price includes all necessary hand tools, needles and threads, steam irons, large scale craft paper, and workbook. Fabric can be purchased at an additional cost. Students are welcome to bring their own sewing machine and fabric, if desired. Students will bring in their own clothing items to embroider.
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3 Week Mommy & Me Classes
Mommy & Me student pairs will spend 3 weeks creating precious memories as they learn 4 basic Hand Embroidery stitches.
1. Running Stitch
2. Whipped Running Stitch
3. Back Stitch
4. Pearl Stitch
This class is suitable for students 6 to 13 year old.
Adult must be present each session.
Cost: $120
Includes all supplies and materials for two participants, additional children (up to 3 total) may be added for $60 each child.
What a fabulous way to spend quality time with your creative little lady!
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5 Week Kids Classes
This 5 week kids class is perfect for independent artsy kids who would love to share their creativity, learn and grow with like minded kids their age.
During this course students will learn 5 Hand Embroidery Stitches, 4 basic stitches and 1 specialty stitch.
1. Running Stitch
2. Whipped Running Stitch
3. Back Stitch
4. Pearl Stitch
5. Pekinese Stitch
This class is suitable for students 6 to 13 year old.
Cost: $160
Includes all supplies and materials.
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6 Week Adults Classes
Lets get our creativity flowing with this mindful and beautiful craft, learn Hand Embroidery and Visible Mending techniques.
During this course students will learn 9 Hand Embroidery Stitches, 4 basic stitches and 5 specialty stitches.
1. Running Stitch
2. Whipped Running Stitch
3. Back Stitch
4. Pearl Stitch
5. Pekinese Stitch
6. Coral Stitch - Bead Stitch
7. Holbein Stitch
8. Rope Stitch
9. Chain Stitch
This class is suitable for students ages 14 and up.
Cost: $180
Includes all supplies and materials.
Meet your instructor:
Gi’ana Horsley
Gi'ana started at Sew Modest Studio when she earned a full tuition scholarship to the Summer Camp program in 2022. After graduating out of the program she began working as our apprentice and is now leading our Kids Sewing Department! Which is amazing since she herself started sewing at just 10 years old and now she is able to help our young sewists bring their fashion dreams to reality. Even though she is young she has incredible talent and has been working tremendously to develop her skills and passion. She's living proof that there is no age requirement for becoming a skilled couturier. Her talent, work and dedication are evident in all her creations. Prior to starting with Sew Modest Studio she took a couple of sewing classes at her high school. Gi'ana currently runs a custom design business in which she creates corsets, prom and special event gowns for clients.
