Classes & Events
STITCH-INS
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Virtual Stitch-InsThursday Evenings, 6 pm - 7:30 pm (Pacific)Join the OWD stitchers via Zoom on Thursday evenings. You don't have to live in the Bay Area - join us from anywhere using your desktop, laptop, tablet, or phone. Our Zoom stitch-ins have served us well, but are coming to a close. The last session will be December 7th. >> Click here to join the Old World Designs Virtual Stitch-In |
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In-Store Stitch-InsThursdays and Fridays, 10 am - 4 pm (Pacific)Join a great group of stitchers for fun and stitching at the shop. Most people arrive a little after 10 am, bring or buy lunch, and leave about 2 pm. You can come for all or part of the fun - whatever works for you! |
SPECIAL EVENTS
Email or call the shop (650-321-3494) to sign up for our special events.
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First Tuesdays with June McKnightJoin us for special mini classes with the fabulous June McKnight! June will share her knowledge, wisdom, and creativity. Classes are held via Zoom from 6 pm - 7 pm (Pacific) and each class will cover a different topic. Stay tuned for our 2024 class list. We've got a lot of great topics coming! |
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ENCORE: California Wreath Workshop with Alison HodgkissIn case you missed our November 2023 class, we're offering an encore workshop in January! Cost of $850 includes two days of instruction, canvas, stitch guide, and all materials. |
ANNUAL RETREAT
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OWD Stitching Retreat 2024Linda and the OWD Elves are hard at work planning our next retreat in beautiful Carmel, CA.Mark your calendars for May 16-18, 2024, and stay tuned for more details. |
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OWD Stitching Retreat 2023Join us May 18-20, 2023, in Carmel, CA, for a fun-filled three-day stitching retreat with the OWD Team. Jennifer Tan from Pippin Studios will be with us in Carmel, along with our "stitch doctors" June McKnight and Suzanne Attenborough. Jennifer has created an exclusive - and adorable - sea otter canvas just for us. June has created the stitch guide and will teach portions of the guide on Friday from 9 am - noon. >>Learn more.Our 2023 Retreat has ended, but you can still order the sea otter canvas. >> See canvas ordering options |
GROUP CLASSES
Two-hour group classes at the shop to learn a new technique or get assistance with your project. Email or call (650-321-3494) to sign up.  |
Stitching Study Hall with ElizabethThis monthly program with Elizabeth Pavel is designed for the Advanced Beginner stitcher and includes:
Saturday Group: 10 am - 12 pm (seats available) 2024 Schedule:
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Grab & Go Classes with SuzanneJoin Suzanne Attenborough in these 2-hour classes to get help with some of the tricker aspects of needlepoint. She'll share her knowledge, expertise, tips, and tricks. These Saturday sessions are sure to be worth the price of admission!
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Embellishment Class with SuzanneSuzanne's group embellishment classes are held once a month at the shop, typically on the first Saturday of the month. Bring your current project and she'll provide some wonderful options to elevate your stitching and help with sticky spots. Saturday Afternoon Group: 1 pm - 3 pm
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PRIVATE LESSONS
Please email or call the shop (650-321-3494) to sign up for any of our private lessons. |
June McKnightNationally 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. >> Learn more |
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Suzanne AttenboroughAvid stitcher and teacher, Suzanne offers private lessons in addition to her embellishment group classes (see above).One-hour private sessions available by appointment. >> Learn more |
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Elizabeth PavelElizabeth specializes in teaching new stitchers and offers private lessons in addition to her Stitching Study Hall program (see above).One-hour private session and group sessions available on Wednesdays and Fridays by appointment. >> Learn more |