BEGINNER CROSS STITCH WORKSHOP
Discover the relaxing, creative world of cross stitch in this friendly, hands-on beginner class! Perfect for absolute novices or anyone looking to refresh their skills, this workshop covers all the basics you need to start stitching with confidence. Participants will learn how to:
Read and follow simple cross stitch patterns
Prepare fabric and embroidery hoops
Thread needles and make clean, even stitches
Change colors, secure threads, and finish their piece neatly
By the end of the session, everyone will complete a small, charming design—perfect for gifting, framing, or continuing at home.
Discover the relaxing, creative world of cross stitch in this friendly, hands-on beginner class! Perfect for absolute novices or anyone looking to refresh their skills, this workshop covers all the basics you need to start stitching with confidence. Participants will learn how to:
Read and follow simple cross stitch patterns
Prepare fabric and embroidery hoops
Thread needles and make clean, even stitches
Change colors, secure threads, and finish their piece neatly
By the end of the session, everyone will complete a small, charming design—perfect for gifting, framing, or continuing at home.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR:
Amanda Haymans, originally from Richmond, Virginia, serves as the Art and Gallery Director at Nemacolin Resort. She holds a BFA in Art, is a CZT, and brings a deep passion for arts education, having taught in museums, K–12 classrooms, and early‑childhood
programs. In her role, Amanda curates multiple gallery
spaces, leads art tours and lectures, oversees an artist‑in‑residence program, and coordinates large‑scale
art events, private parties, and group experiences.
She also enjoys bringing art to her local community and creating accessible, inspiring experiences for audiences of all ages. Now based in Maryland, Amanda enjoys reading, crafting, traveling, and spending time with her adventurous son.
Amanda Haymans, originally from Richmond, Virginia, serves as the Art and Gallery Director at Nemacolin Resort. She holds a BFA in Art, is a CZT, and brings a deep passion for arts education, having taught in museums, K–12 classrooms, and early‑childhood
programs. In her role, Amanda curates multiple gallery
spaces, leads art tours and lectures, oversees an artist‑in‑residence program, and coordinates large‑scale
art events, private parties, and group experiences.
She also enjoys bringing art to her local community and creating accessible, inspiring experiences for audiences of all ages. Now based in Maryland, Amanda enjoys reading, crafting, traveling, and spending time with her adventurous son.
Tuesday, May 19 at 6pm to 8pm
Class fee payable to Laurel Arts:
$30 Non-members
$24 Members
plus $10 Materials fee
Class fee payable to Laurel Arts:
$30 Non-members
$24 Members
plus $10 Materials fee
NEW ONLINE PAYMENT OPTION:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/beginner-cross-stitch-workshop
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/beginner-cross-stitch-workshop
50% of the fee is nonrefundable to cover supplies.
Location: Laurel Arts at 601 Georgian Place, Somerset.
Call/Text 814-442-6217 or call Laurel Arts at 814-443-1835 to register.
Location: Laurel Arts at 601 Georgian Place, Somerset.
Call/Text 814-442-6217 or call Laurel Arts at 814-443-1835 to register.