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: fall 2026 and winter 2027

Stitch Your Pet! Custom Embroidered Ornaments
Saturday, Dec. 6, 12-4PM
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 you enroll, the instructor will reach out to help design your custom pattern. Then all you have to do is show up ready to stitch!

Embroider Painterly Pet Portraits: For Beginners and Experts!
7 Mondays, 5:30 - 7:30pm. Begins Feb. 1. No class Feb. 15
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 a Love Song
Saturday, Feb. 6, 12 - 4pm
CCAE
Turn your favorite piece of music into beautiful embroidered art! Whether you’re an embroidery beginner or a pro, this one-day workshop will teach you the stitches and methods to embroider musical notes and simple text. Before the class begins, instructor Kendall Kulper will work with each student to choose the right song and section. All materials provided, just show up ready to stitch!

Embroider a Mini Pigeon
Sunday, Feb. 28, 12 - 4pm
Celebrate our colorful feathered friend by creating your very own tiny embroidered pigeon! In this one-day workshop, you’ll learn how to stitch a simple but adorable mini pigeon just one inch high. Keep it in the hoop or turn it into a patch, piece of jewelry, or the perfect embellishment for a hat or sweater! No embroidery experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided.

Create and Stitch Your Own Embroidery Pattern
Saturday, Mar. 6, 12 - 4pm
Learn how to turn photos or drawings into embroidery patterns, plus a simple stitch to bring them to life! Perfect for total beginners or embroidery experts looking to learn a new skill, this one-day workshop will go over the basics of embroidery pattern making based on photos or drawings. Instructor Kendall Kulper will work with students ahead of time to select the right image, help each student create their own pattern, and finally teach a simple line stitch to transform each pattern into embroidered art.

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