2026 is the Year of the Horse: a year to make bold moves and find a new passion! There’s no better way to be bold than to challenge yourself to learning a new skill. In this beginner’s embroidery class we will be learning the stitches necessary to create a beautiful omamori charm sampler to bring luck to you throughout the year.

This design is inspired by New Year’s symbols from Japan. Omamori are small fabric charms bought from shrines to bring success and good luck. The pine branch symbolizes longevity. The senryo plant symbolizes good fortune and the chrysanthemum means rejuvenation.

The stitches you will learn in this class are:

• Back stitch
• Whipped back stitch
• Satin leaf stitch
• French knot
• Lazy daisy
• Stem stitch

The following materials are included! Each participant will receive the following:

• 6" Embroidery Hoop, Linen and Embroidery Paper.
• 2 x Embroidery Needles #3 & #5
• Assorted Embroidery Floss
• Written and illustrated instructions

Materials Needed:(not included)

• Embroidery (small) scissors
• Pen 

DATE: Sunday, February 1st from 11:00 am-2:00 pm. 

COST: $65 (+tax) Includes materials.

Minimum 3 and maximum 8 participants. 

Refunds or Credit for future classes will only be provided if we are notified either by phone, email or in person at least 72 hours in advance of the class or workshop.

We request you do not attend the class if you are feeling unwell, please note, partial class refund is not available, and the 72 hour cancellation policy applies.

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INSTRUCTOR: Leah Churchley

Leah is a textile artist and proud crazy cat lady. She is a strong advocate for creating inclusive communities and connection through art. She loves the endless possibilities textile arts offers and encourages her students to enjoy the experimentation process.

Photos courtesy of Leah Churchley