Backstitch Gathering #3: Backstitch your biggest wish- hand sewing messages into unsuspecting surfaces
January 20 | 2:30-4:30pm
$10-20 suggested | More Info & Event Calendar

Backstitching forms the focus of this gathering, co-led by Katelyn Halpern. We will particularly focus on the hand sewn backstitch that reverses course with each stitch, creating a very secure seam. Participants will be invited to stitch on upcycled materials they bring in or ones that the artists provide for them- styrofoam, plastics, paper, fabric, clothing, etc.- and create a phrase with the premise of a mantra or message they wish to engrain given the hand sewn backstitch’s sturdiness. Each participant will take their backstitched wishes home. While all events will be open to a wide range of ages, we will enthusiastically invite youth and families to this gathering to reflect on reversing and rooting in their lives through the use of language and craft.

Sewing + fiber art skills you’ll learn:

• Threading a needle

• Making an easy knot

• Backstitching by hand

• Tying off your work