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Discover the art of embroidery with a variety of classes in Washington, D.C.. Learners can develop their skills, learn different techniques, and create beautiful textile designs that they can proudly display or give as unique handmade gifts.

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Discover the Best Embroidery Classes in Washington, D.C.

Embroidery is a type of fiber art that consists of using a needle and thread to sew designs onto fabric such as clothing, pillows, napkins, bags, blankets, and other textiles. Embroiderers use various stitches to add embellishment and texture to their fabric projects, the main ones consisting of the backstitch, chain stitch, cross stitch, blanket stitch, and satin stitch. Embroidery designs can be simple or intricate, often incorporating flowers, animals, geometric designs, writing, and numerous other possibilities. 

Embroidery has been in existence for centuries as a way to adorn numerous types of textiles and create beautiful artwork. In the early 1800s silk-embroidered pictures were a popular form of needlework for young women in America. Some women attended specialized schools where they learned to embroider extremely detailed pictures with subjects such as patriotic scenes, and classical, biblical, historical, and mourning pictures. The Smithsonian Natural Museum of American History in holds approximately 50 embroidered pictures from this era in their Textile Collection. 

Today, embroidery can be done by hand or machine. Modern hand embroidery is a relaxing hobby that produces winsome one-of-a-kind pieces that can be worn or displayed in one's home.

Why You Should Learn Embroidery in

Embroidery is a fun stress-reducing hobby that has been shown to be an effective form of meditation and mindfulness activity. Learning embroidery will not only give you a creative and relaxing outlet, but also the skills to create beautiful pieces to wear, display in your home, or give as gifts to others. In addition to making perfect one-of-a-kind gifts, many people have found ways to profit from their embroidery by selling items on websites like Etsy and Amazon Handmade or at local craft stores and craft fairs. 

Craft fairs and museums are excellent venues for seeing, selling, or purchasing beautiful embroidered artwork. is home to a variety of museums that display textile art, including embroidered pieces. In addition to the Smithsonian's Textile Collection, those interested in viewing or buying one-of-a-kind embroidered pieces can attend the Smithsonian Craft Show held in the National Museum Building in DC. The show features hand-crafted works (including decorative fiber) from contemporary artists as well as historical pieces. The George Washington University Textile Museum in DC also offers a unique collection of a wide range of textile art to see. 

In addition to opening up possibilities for selling, purchasing, and appreciating fiber art, learning embroidery will connect you to a larger community of needleworkers and textile artists. Established in New York in 1958, The Embroiderers' Guild of America (EGA) is a national organization with the mission to foster the art of needlework by promoting the exchange of ideas and high standards of quality in embroidery. With over 240 chapters across the US and Canada, the EGA provides its members access to local meetings, workshops, and exhibitions, as well as embroidery projects and other educational resources. The EGA chapter holds monthly meetings in Fairfax, Virginia. 

In-Person Embroidery Classes in

Attending an in-person class in is an effective way to learn how to hand embroider. In-person classes provide individuals with hands-on instruction and the opportunity to connect with other embroiderers and fiber artists. 

Capital Quilts offers Wool Embroidery Club for all skill levels ages 18 and older to learn new stitches and techniques for their embroidery. Participants will have the opportunity to share their work with others in a friendly and supportive environment. Basic sewing supplies to bring to class includes pins, hand-sewing needles, a seam ripper, a marking pen or pencil, small scissors, and 50 wt cotton thread. Fabric can be purchased at Capital Quilts.

Located in Gaithersburg, MD, Capital Quilts sells high-quality fabrics, patterns, kits, threads, and other stitching supplies, and offers a range of classes, events, and charity programs. Other sewing classes offered at Capital Quilts include The Art of Boro Stitching, a class for all skill levels to learn about this Japanese mending technique, and Machine Quilting for Beginners in which novice quilters how to quilt with a machine. 

DC residents looking to create art will also find a variety of jewelry-making classes in the area, such as Jewelry Techniques offered by Wear Ever Jewelry Studio School. In this four-session class for all skill levels, participants will learn metalsmithing skills such as sawing, drilling, soldering, and stone setting to create copper and silver jewelry. Students should come to class with close-toed shoes and tie back their long hair. All materials can be purchased from the instructor. 

Located in historic Old Town Alexandria, Wear Ever Jewelry Studio School sells handmade jewelry and provides small group classes in its well-equipped studio. Owner and award-winning jeweler Jennifer Park has a master's degree in jewelry/metals and has been published in Art Jewelry and Lapidary Journal.

For another metalsmithing class, Jewelryclassdc LLC offers Metals I for beginners ages 14 and older. Students will learn basic techniques used to create jewelry in this eight-session class, making a minimum of four sterling silver projects (rings, earrings, pendants, bracelets, etc.). Metalsmithing skills learned and used during class include sawing, forging, texturing, filing, polishing, soldering, and basic stone setting. Students will also learn correct tool techniques and safety practices. 

Located in Capitol Hill, Jewelryclassdc LLC is a fully equipped metalsmithing studio where students can take beginner and intermediate jewelry-making classes. Taught by goldsmiths Daniel Valencia and Emily Reeder, students will receive individual attention and step-by-step instructions as they learn techniques such as hammering, sawing, forging, filing, bezel setting, soldering, and basic stone setting. 

Virtual Embroidery Classes 

While in-person embroidery classes are often held at craft stores, sewing and textile workshops, art studios, or community centers, online embroidery classes can be taken from anywhere with an Internet connection. Virtual classes conducted live online allow students to ask questions and receive feedback in real time, all from the comfort of their own homes. If you cannot find an in-person embroidery class in your area, you may be able to find an online course that will save you the commute. The downside is that you likely will have to provide your own supplies and materials for virtual classes. 

92nd Street Y offers Embroidery Basics: Making a Sampler, a virtual class for beginners ages 18 and older. In this class, students will learn eight different essential embroidery classes and complete a sampler project. Students should provide their own supplies including cotton fabric, eight colors of DMC embroidery floss, a water-soluble marking pen, chenille needles, and a 7" embroidery hoop. The list of supplies and where to purchase them can be found in the course description. 

The Brooklyn Craft Company's Virtual Workshop: Floral Embroidery teaches all skill levels how to add texture and depth to their needlework as they sew a floral stitch sampler. The instructor, Brooklyn-based embroidery artist Angela Stewart, covers topics such as methods for transferring images onto fabric, how to create various stitches such as fishbone, stem, woven wheel, and French knots, and how to create texture in your embroidery projects. Materials needed for the project include a 5" embroidery hoop, a 7" piece of white cotton fabric, embroidery floss, an embroidery needle, a water-soluble marking pen, scissors, and a pattern.

Fiber artists may also be interested in the online class Market Bag (Crochet) offered by the Roots Knitting Academy. In this four-session intermediate class, students will learn various crochet skills – including decreasing, half double crochet (HDC), and mesh and slip stitches – as they follow the pattern French Market Bag by Alexandra Tavel. Participants should have some prior knowledge of crochet techniques including the chain stitch, stitching in the round, single crochet stitch, and double crochet stitch.

Private Group Embroidery Classes in

Are you looking for a fun team-building event for your business or organization? CourseHorse has a number of creative classes they can provide your group. Embroidery classes for private groups in are a great way to encourage camaraderie and inspire your team's creative side. 

CourseHorse's Virtual Modern Embroidery Art is an enjoyable and stress-reducing workshop for groups of up to 500 people. In this two-hour beginner-friendly class, participants will learn how to prep an embroidery hoop, the basics of choosing the perfect thread, and how to start and finish a project. Your group will learn essential embroidery stitches as well as floral stitches such as woven wheel roses, french knots, fishbone leaves, and stem stitches. No previous skills are required and all materials for three different projects are shipped to each participant including three hoops, a tote bag, colorful threads, premade patterns, and needles. 

Groups looking for an enjoyable sewing and textile class can book Virtual Tapestry Loom Weaving, a two-hour class for up to 500 people. In this beginner-friendly class, participants will learn about the trendy art of tapestry weaving as they design and create their own woven wall hangings. After creating their own DIY loom, participants will learn how to set up the thread, weave various stitches, add fringes, and use a variety of fiber weights and textures. Your group will walk away with beautiful handmade tapestries to hang on their walls. All materials are shipped to each participant including three types of yarn, a dowel, and a loom. 

For a fun and relaxing creative class groups can also book the Virtual Macramé Workshop offered by CourseHorse. In this one-hour class for groups of up to 500 people, participants will learn about macramé – the art of tying knots to create unique textiles, believed to have originated with 13th-century Arab weavers. Taught by an expert instructor, your group will learn how to tie knots in cords to create beautiful hanging planters for their homes. All materials will be shipped to each participant including enough cord to make three hanging planters. 

If your group enjoys creating macraméd projects they can also book Virtual Macramé Moon Dream Catcher, a 90-minute class for up to 100 people. In this beginner-friendly class, participants will learn how to create a whimsical moon-shaped dreamcatcher to hang in their homes. A fun, low-pressure activity, macramé consists of tying knots to make beautifully patterned textiles. An expert instructor will guide your group as they learn how to tie knots onto a crescent frame and incorporate beads, creating a unique dreamcatcher to display on their wall or give as a gift. All materials are included and shipped in advance. 

If you are unaware of how many people will be attending the group class, you can provide an estimate and CourseHorse will allow you to change your group size after booking. Booking with CourseHorse offers several other benefits including not having to pay booking fees and receiving a confirmation within 24 hours of booking. Also, while their default video conferencing platform is Zoom, they can accommodate others such as Microsoft Teams, Google Meets, and Webex. CourseHorse's knowledgeable and professional instructors will ensure a fun and engaging experience for everyone in your group.

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