Learn how to get comfy with hand embroidery in this cozy intro workshop! 

Get a personalized approach to learning your first stitches. This beginner class follows a monogram sampler pattern, inspired by our favorite thing to wear - jeans!

Please provide your requested initial with your registration (or we will follow up before class) and patterns will be pre-printed accordingly. All embroidery workshop materials are provided, including needle, thread, fabric, 6" hoop, and water-soluble pattern sticker. 

You'll learn five basic stitch techniques:

• Straight stitch
• Back stitch
• Whipped back stitch
• Lazy daisy
• Chain stitch

Share this link with a friend or gift a ticket to a loved one to stitch together. Prior embroidery experience is welcome, but certainly not required.

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 6-8pm @ Indigo & Violet Studio - 1411 W. Irving Park Rd.

More info:

• Up to 10 tickets available to allow for spacing + hands-on help
• Overhead camera + projector combo will be setup for increased visibility of tiny details
• BYOB beer, wine, and snacks welcome
• Please let us know if a friend is signing up separately - we'll adjust seating and spacing ahead of time

Meet the Instructor!

Jean Ogilvie is the artist behind Sew Choice, a modern stitch shop supplying hand embroidered gifts for laughs and uplift.

Jean's mission is to empower others to embrace slow fashion and build community, where people and resources are valued. She offers one-of-a-kind embroidery art, DIY stick-and-stitch products, and local workshops.

By registering for any event at indigo & violet studio you acknowledge that you have read and agree to our BYOB Disclaimer and the terms of service located here.