I'm thrilled to be back as an instructor at the Sewing and Stitchery Expo (also fondly referred to as Sew Expo) this year! Last year was my first time vending and teaching in person. And oh my gosh! It was such a magical 5 days of embroidery workshops and chatting with fellow makers! I can't wait for us to stitch together again this year!
Sew Expo is taking place February 27-March 2
There are also a few 4 Needle classes taking place on February 26. All of the workshops and events will take place at the Washington State Fair Events Center at 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA.
Along with the 5 sew expo workshops (4 workshops + 1 demo) I'm teaching, you'll also be able to find all things hand embroidery at my booth 301.
Tickets to Sew Expo are $17 per day or get an all inclusive event pass for $57. You can purchase tickets online or at the gate.
Along with tickets, each workshop requires pre-registration and a workshop kit is provided. I've outlined the workshop details and kit cost below.
So now onto the fun part, where you can see what classes I'm teaching and plan your schedule for a week of hands on crafting.
MCreativeJ's Hand Embroidery Workshops at Sew Expo
February 26: 3D Butterfly Pin Stumpwork Embroidery from 8-12noon
Want to create textural embroidery that pops off the fabric? Join fiber artist and author Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ to learn stumpwork. Stumpwork is a type of textural embroidery that uses padding and wire to create sculptural elements that stand out from the fabric creating 3D elements. In this 3 hour class you’ll learn how to make wire slip butterfly wings. These wings will be moveable and flutter away from the fabric. After stitching the wings, you’ll be able to finish your embroidery in a pin setting to wear. All materials are included. This class is best suited for makers that have stitched before, however all are welcome.
Class Type: 4 Needle
Class Length: 4 hours
Class Price: $92
Class Registration: https://sewexpo.com/classes-events/2025-classes/
February 27: Fabric Landscape Applique and Embroidery from 11am-1:30pm
Let’s create collage landscapes with fabric! Learn how to create your own fabric landscape using applique embroidery with me. This 2.5 hour, hands-on workshop will cover how to pair fabrics to create your own unique landscapes, basic applique and beginner-friendly embroidery stitches like the running stitch, satin stitch, chain stitch, and fly stitch.
Each participant will receive a full class kit that includes an embroidery hoop, cotton fabrics, full skeins of embroidery thread, embroidery needle, sewing pins, and backing materials.
Class Type: 3 Needle
Class Length: 2.5 hours
Class Price: $62
Class Registration: https://sewexpo.com/classes-events/2025-classes/
February 27: Upcycle Your Clothing with Hand Embroidery from 2-4:30pm
Cover up stains and small holes in your clothing with hand embroidery. Join me for a hands-on workshop. Simply bring a garment to embroider and we’ll provide you with playful nature-inspired sample designs to stitch. This class will cover helpful dos and don’ts of embroidering garments as well as stitches best suited for your individual garment and pattern.
Each attendee will also receive an embroidery hoop, thread, needle, and stabilizer to get started. Attendees will need to bring their own garments to embroider. This workshop is beginner-friendly and no prior embroidery experience is required.
Class Type: 3 Needle
Class Length: 2.5 hours
Class Price: $62
Class Registration: https://sewexpo.com/classes-events/2025-classes/
February 28: Beginner Thread Doodles DEMO from 2-2:45pm
Have you ever wondered how to do a specific embroidery stitch? Or do you just want to try a bunch of them? Well now you can! We’ll cover embroidery basics to get you started, like placing fabric in the hoop, splitting thread, threading the needle, and knotting the thread. This demo will also cover beginner embroidery stitches like the satin stitch, back stitch, running stitch, whipped back stitch, French knot, and reverse chain stitch.
Demo Length: 45 minutes
Demo Price: FREE
Demo Registration: https://sewexpo.com/classes-events/2025-classes/
March 2: Floral Embroidery Basics from 11-1:30pm
Flower power time! Learn to embroider flowers in this hands-on embroidery basics workshop with fiber artist Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ. This two-hour class covers a variety of beginner-friendly embroidery stitches like the satin stitch, back stitch, stem stitch, detached chain stitch, leaf stitch, and French knot. Each attendee will receive a full kit that includes a wooden embroidery hoop, floral transfer designs, embroidery needle, full skeins of embroidery thread, a yellow pattern fabric, backing materials, and printed instructions.
Class Type: 3 Needle
Class Length: 2.5 hours
Class Price: $62
Class Registration: https://sewexpo.com/classes-events/2025-classes/
Can't join me for a Sew Expo class?
You can always stop by booth 301 to shop all things hand embroidery. MCreativeJ has nature inspired hand embroidery kits for beginner, intermediate, and advanced stitchers as well as stick and stitch patterns, and supplies. You'll also be able to purchase both of Melissa's books; DIY Embroidered Shoes and How to Embroider Texture and Pattern.
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