Whether you’re completely new to embroidery or an expert looking to learn something new, I can help you gain skills and confidence, guide you through your next project, and set you up for successful stitching!

In-Person Instruction

Several times a year, I offer my popular embroidery classes and workshops at the Cambridge Center for Adult Education, located in the heart of Harvard Square in Cambridge, MA and Arlington Community Education in Arlington, MA. Registration is available at their websites; please click the link for more information! I’m also available for private in-person instruction for groups or businesses. Please fill out the form below for more information.

CURRENT CLASSES: WINTER 2025-2026

Embroidered Pet Portraits
Tuesday, Dec. 2 and Tuesday, Dec. 9, 7pm-9pm
Arlington Community Education
Immortalize your furry (or feathered or scaly) friend with a one-of-a-kind embroidered pet portrait. Whether you’re brand new to embroidery or a seasoned stitcher, you’ll learn how to turn a favorite photo into a custom 6" line portrait. Before the first session, you’ll work with the instructor to select the perfect image so she can prepare a personalized pattern just for you. All materials will be provided.

Stitch Your Pet! Custom Embroidered Ornaments
First session: Saturday, Dec. 13, 12pm-4pm
Second session: Saturday, Dec. 20, 12pm-4pm
CCAE
Learn how to stitch a holiday ornament featuring your pet! In this one-day workshop, suitable for embroidery beginners or experts, the instructor will provide all materials, including a simple-to-stitch custom pattern made from your favorite pet photo, and walk you through creating your own keepsake ornament. After enrolling, please reach out to the instructor at kendall.kulper@gmail.com so she can design your pattern, and show up ready to stitch!

Embroider Painterly Pet Portraits: For Beginners and Experts!
Mondays 6pm-8pm, Jan. 26 - Mar. 16 (no class Feb. 16)
CCAE
This class will give you the confidence and skills to stitch unique, painterly portraits of animals, whether you are a total beginner or an experienced embroiderer. We'll start by going over embroidery basics: how to choose thread, fabric, and simple stitches. Then we'll move onto pattern making and stitching outline drawings. Finally, you'll learn how to use embroidery thread to “paint” beautiful, colorful, lifelike portraits. All students will begin by working off the same reference image, but you'll also have the opportunity to work with the instructor to create your own unique animal portraits.

Embroider from a Pattern
Saturday, Mar. 28, 12pm-4pm
CCAE
In this one-day workshop, learn how to embroider or pick up some new stitching skills using a pattern! Whether you are an embroidery beginner or expert, you'll learn how to design, interpret, and use embroidery patterns to create beautiful pieces to hang in a hoop or dress up a piece of clothing. You'll work with the instructor ahead of time to create your custom patterns and decide what to embroider. All other materials will be provided-just show up ready to stitch!

personal video instruction

For embroidery students outside the Boston area looking for personalized instruction, I offer one-on-one video consultation. Have a project you’re not sure how to start? Curious about the ins and outs of embroidery? Looking to create your own painterly embroidery pieces? My personal video instruction moves at your pace, focusing on your unique needs and answering your questions. One-off and regular instruction available. To book your free 15-minute phone consultation, please fill out the form below!

ONE-OFF RATES:
30 minutes - $60
60 minutes - $85

REPEAT INSTRUCTION:
30 minutes - $50
60 minutes - $75