Whats this all about?

Cross stitching has come back in a big way. Get in the spirit for this holiday season and gift yourself a new skill. Learn how to create your very own holiday-themed ornament using simple cross stitch techniques! This class is perfect for beginners, and is an excellent way to keep busy on transit, in a coffee shop, or while watching TV. Located in the Gladstone Hotels Melody Bar, this workshop is a casual, fun opportunity to learn to stitch while having a drink. Come join us and get crafty!

What will we cover?

You will learn the basic cross stitch. Once you have mastered this stitch, you will learn how to use a counted cross-stitch pattern to complete a finished pieceyour cross stitch in a bamboo hoop, finished with ribbon to hang as an ornament! We will also discuss the different materials available, add-ons, and where to buy your own supplies for future projects.

What you need to bring?

If you'd like to take notes, please bring your own notebook and pen. Otherwise, all cross stitch materials will be provided for you!

You will be provided with a kit including:

- Embroidery hoop

- Embroidery needles

- DMC thread

- Aida cloth

- Counted cross stitch pattern

Who will be teaching?

Michelle Gauthier is an artist and graduate from OCAD University, with a degree in Criticism and Curatorial practices. She uses cross-stitching and embroidery to facilitate conversations around societal norms, as well as to inspire others to see ordinary things differently. Her work has been featured by VICE, Buzzfeed, and Bizarre Magazine. She teaches workshops on cross stitching both privately and for the Gladstone Hotel's 'Get School'd' workshop series.

Tickets are non-refundable.