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Embroidery 101: Stitch the Philadelphia Skyline



Come stitch a clever line drawing of the Philadelphia skyline! We'll get you started on this Philly Skyline sampler. You'll leave knowing how to make the following stitches: Satin, Chain, Stem, French Knots, Backstitch & Whipped Backstitch. Depending on time you may have a chance to learn a few more stitches with the instructor.

With these stitches under your belt, you'll be able to embellish projects, create hand-stitched quilt labels, and follow any embroidery pattern.

This workshop includes everything you need to stitch the sampler including:
- an embroidery needle
- a hoop
- DMC floss in pattern colors
- a piece of white Kona cotton fabric
- instructions to take home. 

Tools to bring or buy: a pair of small scissors or snips 

All supplies are included. 
10% off any purchase made on the day of class.




Class Policies

Attendance Agreements:

  • You acknowledge that crafting often involves the use of electrical equipment, irons, and sewing machines, as well as needles, scissors, and rotary cutters, and that the use of these tools includes risks that can lead to injury. You agree to release and hold harmless Needles & Bolts, LLC its instructors, and employees from any and all claims and liability related to any accident that may arise as a result of your or your child's participation in classes, workshops, or programs. Should the need arise, you agree to first aid and/or medical treatment.
  • Each person who is planning to attend a class must purchase a seat.
  • Please be on time for class to be respectful of the other students and instructors.

Cancellations + Rescheduling:

  • All classes need a minimum of 2 students to run (except the "Make Friends" series). If a class has less than 2 students 24 hours before class starts, we will contact you and discuss moving your seat into the next available workshop or offer you a credit of the class amount paid to put towards a future class.
  • We do not offer refunds for classes unless Needles & Bolts needs to cancel for any reason. Store Credit or a transfer to another workshop is permitted. We do allow transfer of class credit to another student. We require a 48-hour notice of cancellation before the start of your class to receive a store credit. Please note that we cannot offer a store credit if you are within the 48-hour time frame. If you need to cancel a class or switch the date and the 48-hour deadline has not passed, please email us at hello@needlesandbolts.com to do so and we will be happy to help.
  • There are NO refunds, exchanges, or store credits given at any time for classes with out-of-town instructors and special guest instructors.

 

Additional Information

Parking:
  • Free street parking is available on Germantown Avenue, Carpenter Lane, Meehan Street, and surrounding side streets. Please note that even if parking is free, there may be an enforced time limit. You may need to walk a bit to get to the shop, please plan accordingly.
Mass Transit:
  • The SEPTA 23 bus from Market Street Station in Center City headed towards Chestnut Hill stops directly in front of Needles & Bolts.


Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details: We'll get you started on this stitch motif by making sure you've mastered all of the basic stitches to finish your sampler at home.
Instructor: Amanda Karel
Instructor Bio: Amanda Karel began cross stitching when she was 6 years old. Over the years, her love for making things expanded into several formats -- sewing garments, baking, crochet, embroidery, macrame, and now quilting. She loves teaching, learning new skills, and helping people realize their creative visions. You can see some of Amanda's projects on Instagram: @amanda.karel or visit her at Needles & Bolts during one of her shifts.
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This workshop includes everything you need to stitch the sampler including: needle, hoop, DMC floss, fabric and instructions to take home. Tools to bring or buy: a pair of small scissors or snips.

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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.

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