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Hand-embroidered Canvas Sneakers



Students will practice a variety of techniques before stitching on your shoes.

**Pre-wash shoes or wear them in for easier stitching. (prior to class)
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This class is for students who would like to learn how to embroidery by hand and then transfer their skills to canvas shoes.  It is very fun to convert a plain or older shoe into something really fun!

10% OFF all class-supplies purchased at The Sewing Circle

Class supplies:

  • DIY Embroidered Shoes book - included in class fee
  • 1 pair canvas shoes (clean)
  • 4" or 6" wooden embroidery hoop
  • Fat Quarter of White Cotton
  • Fat quarter of Linen(heavier) or canvas (light)
  • Needles:Embroidery floss (1 skein of each color you want to use) - DMC or COSMO  or Aurifil 28 or 12 wt.(all available at The Sewing Circle)
    • 1 package hand embroidery or crewel needles size 5 sharp
    • 1 package hand  embroidery or crewel needles  size 3 or 4 (the smaller the number, the larger the needle eye)
    • 1 curved embroidery or home-sewing needle
  •  Pin cushion or needle storage book
  •  Plastic clips
  • wash-away pen in 2 colors (Black and blur or red)
  • Thread snips (very sharp and tiny point
  • Masking, washi or paper tape (small and strong)
  • Thimble that is comfortable (recommend leather or soft plastic)
  • Needle threader
  • Light table may be useful but not required.
  • tiny beads or crystals (optional)
  • Printed pictures of designs you would like to use
  • Lunch hour Embroidery book by patchwork Place (optional)
  • Stitch & Sew Book by Aneela Hoey (optional
  • Bag or case to carry your supplies
  • Bandaids




Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details: This is a beginning hand-embroidery class. Students will start on fabric and then transfer the skill to the shoes.
Materials Included: Book & Stick & stitch
Requirements: Advanced sign-up required.
Instructor: Melissa
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Book & Stick & stitch

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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.