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STITCH-INS


 

Every Friday -- all day, 10 am - 4 pm

Join a great group of stitchers for fun and stitching at the shop.
Most people arrive late morning and bring or buy lunch. 
You can come for all or part of the fun - whatever works for you!

1st & 3rd Wednesday Night -- open until 8 pm

Our Wednesday evening stitch-ins are held on the first and third Wednesday of the month.
Because what could be more relaxing than stitching with friends at the end of the day? 

Upcoming dates:
     January 15   |   February 5 & 19   |   March 5 & 19
     April 2 & 16   |   May 7 & 21   |   June 4 & 18

SPECIAL EVENTS

Email or call the shop (650-321-3494) to sign up for our special events.


 

Valentine's Day Heart Workshop

Come February, love is in the air and hearts are on the canvases. Join us this Valentine's Day to stitch this lovely heart canvas from Melissa Shirley. OWD's Chris B. has created a great stitch guide with lots of interesting stitches and techniques and will lead the one-day class. 

   When: Friday, February 14, 2025
   Where:  Old World Designs
   Cost:  $400 - includes canvas, stitch guide, fibers, and live workshop
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OWD 2025 Stitching Retreat

Come join us in beautiful Carmel, California, for a fun-filled three days at our annual OWD Stitching Retreat. Bring your own project(s) to work on, and we'll have our Stitch Doctors June McKnight and Elizabeth Pavel on hand to provide assistance. We'll also have a special mini trunk show from Melissa Shirley and perhaps a surprise guest! 

When: Thursday, April 24 - Saturday, April 26, 2025
Where:  Carmel Women’s Club
Cost:  $475 - incudes meals and entertainment (hotel not included)
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GROUP CLASSES & LESSONS

Two-hour group classes at the shop to learn a new technique or get assistance with your project. 
Email or call (650-321-3494) the shop to sign up.



 

Stitching Study Hall 2025

This series is designed for beginner/intermediate students who want to learn decorative stitches to enhance their projects. Taught by Elizabeth, you'll receive step-by-step instruction and hands-on practice as you create your own stitch sample reference book.

Seats are limited, so email or call the shop (650-321-3494) to register.

Price per Class:   $105 per individual class
Bundle Discount: $400 for a 4-class series when booked by Nov. 1 (Part 1) or June 1 (Part 2)

2025 Schedule:   second Wed. or Sat. of the month, mornings (10a-12p) or afternoons (1-3p)

 Part 1 1. Full Coverage Backgrounds  Wed, Jan. 8  Sat, Jan. 11
  2. Mosaic & Cashmere Stitches   Wed, Feb. 12  Sat, Feb. 8
  3. Open Backgrounds  Wed, Mar. 12  Sat, Mar. 8
  4. Scotch Stitches   Wed, Apr. 9  Sat, Apr. 12
       
 Part 2 5. Straight Stitches   Wed, Sep. 10  Sat, Sep. 13
  6. Decorative Diagonals   Wed, Oct. 8  Sat, Oct. 11
  7. Crosses & Criss-Crosses   Wed, Nov. 12  Sat, Nov. 8
  8. Knots, Loops & Lines   Wed, Dec. 10  Sat, Dec. 13


 

Group Lessons 2025

Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or a beginner, these two-hour group lessons with Elizabeth are a great way to get help with your projects while stitching with your fellow needlepointers. Bring your current project(s) and we'll provide some wonderful options to elevate your stitching and help with sticky spots.

Seats are limited, so email or call the shop (650-321-3494) to register.

Price per Lesson:  $40 per individual 2-hour session
Bundle Discount:  $420 for 12 sessions when booked before November 1, 2024
2025 Schedule:    first Sat. of the month, mornings (10a-12p) or afternoons (1-3p)
  January 4 February 1 March 1 April 5
  May 3 June 7 July 12 Aug 2
  September 6 October 4 November 1 December 6

PRIVATE LESSONS

Please email or call the shop (650-321-3494) to sign up for any of our private lessons.

 

June McKnight

Nationally recognized teacher and prolific author, June McKnight joins us via Zoom for private lessons and special group classes. Learn from a master!

One-hour private lessons via Zoom available by appointment.
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Elizabeth

Elizabeth offers one-on-one private lessons in addition to her Stitching Study Hall program and Group Lessons (see above).  

Private lessons available on Fridays by appointment.
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Jane

Jane specializes in teaching beginner and returning students and is always happy to share her stitching knowledge.  

Private lessons available on Wednesdays and Fridays by appointment.
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To see all class offerings, please view our Calendar or click here for the Full Class List.