Lillstreet Hand Embroidery Retreat: Repetition and Relaxation

The art of hand embroidery has been admired for centuries and is currently popular in the DIY scene. Its repetitive nature and rewarding textures make this craft irresistible to put down! In this retreat, relax and socialize with classmates as you master popular stitches such as French knots, bullions knots, turkey work and the spider web. You’ll work on a cotton 13’’ x 20’’ banner-style wall hanging with a design of your choosing and leave compelled to stitch more!

At this retreat you will:

- Be in the moment

- Realize the therapeutic nature of quiet repetition

- Learn how to properly embroider onto cloth. (No more messy knots or tangled threads!)

- Make a completed wall hanging with a design of your choice

- Relax and socialize

Skill level: No experience needed.

Materials list: Bring an image or idea for your embroidery pattern on 8 ½ x 11 paper