Old World Designs Classes!

Take an afternoon for yourself and join us for some friendly conversation and stitching. You'll feel renewed and refreshed and ready to take on the world after an afternoon stitching!

Our classes are held at the store and are the perfect chance to spend a cozy morning or afternoon with people who love to stitch. Bring your own project or pick out a special new project from our wide selection of hand-painted canvases from a variety of artists. Any skill level welcome from beginners to advanced stitchers who want some new ideas or simply enjoy the companionship of our wonderful clients.

To see past projects which are still available, click here


Announcing a Zecca Purse Workshop Series Join Claire and the gang as we stitch this fabulous purse from Zecca over the next few months. This is a large, two sided purse, 11.5" at the top; 20.5" at the bottom and 14.5" tall in 13 mesh, handles included. We will address sections of the purse at each workshop. Dates are: Saturday, July 12 1:00-3:00 Wednesday, Aug 6th 6:00-8:00 (after the Block Party on Santa Cruz Ave. Dessert included! Saturday, Sept 13 1:00-3:00 Saturday, Oct 25 10-2:00 with lunch provided (2 sessions worth!) Saturday, Nov 22 1:00-3:00 Class Fee: $40.00, which includes stitch guide and instruction for a section of the purse. To register for this series, stop by, call or email and purchase the canvas at $395. Canvas is payable in full upon registration.
Ewe & Eye Canvas Join us in July when Gail Downing will teach this wonderful 13-mesh canvas, using a stitch guide by Terry Christoper. Whether you make it into a pillow or a tote bag, it will brighen your day! Date: July 19th Class Fee: $200

Noah's Ark & Animals Starting at the end of January, join Laura on this epic journey as we stitch Melissa Shirley's Fancy Noah's animals each month, culminating in Noah's Ark in September. Each month we'll be stitching 2 sets of animals. If you subscribe to the whole series, Noah is our gift to you! We're shipping Elephants and Pandas this week....it's not too late to join! click here to see the projects and sign up
Claire Haldan & Laura Rich Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and some Saturdays Struggling with a canvas? Need extra help? Claire and Laura are ready to share their wizardry with you. You'll leave the class ready to tackle any canvas. One hour private lessons or 2 hour workshop (6 student maximum) Fee $50/class

Private Lessons For beginners, those needing a refresher, or one-on-one instruction, a 1 hour priate lesson is offered by appointment only. Fee $50/hr ($55/hr for semi-private 2 students)

Stitch-Ins Spend the day stitching! Share a chat and a wonderful sense of comraderie Join us on Fridays from 10am - 5pm

Class Cancellation Policy Classes may be rescheduled 72 hours prior to your appointment. A less than 72 hour cancellation results in a forfeit of your class fee.