Art at the Farm: Embroidered Bird Workshop

Saturday, September 5, 2026

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

$35 per person

Learn the timeless art of hand embroidery while creating a charming embroidered bird in this beginner-friendly workshop. Whether you've never threaded a needle before or you're looking to expand your stitching skills, this hands-on class will teach you the foundational embroidery techniques needed to complete a beautiful nature-inspired design.

With step-by-step instruction and plenty of guided practice, you'll build confidence as you learn essential stitches, create a reference sampler, and begin stitching your own embroidery project to continue and enjoy at home.

What You'll Do

The workshop begins by learning and practicing a variety of essential embroidery stitches on a sampler that you can keep as a future reference. Once you've become comfortable with the techniques, you'll apply your new skills to an embroidered bird design that has been pre-printed on fabric.

Your instructor will provide personalized guidance throughout the class, helping you master each stitch while sharing tips for achieving beautiful, even results.

Whether you're looking for a relaxing creative hobby or hoping to build a strong foundation in embroidery, you'll leave with the skills and supplies to continue stitching long after class ends.

You'll Learn

• Essential hand embroidery stitches

• How to transfer and follow an embroidery pattern

• Proper needle, floss, and hoop techniques

• Tips for creating smooth, even stitching

• How to combine stitches to create texture and dimension

• Techniques for completing an embroidered design

What's Included

• Pre-printed bird embroidery design on fabric

• Embroidery hoop

• Embroidery needle

• Embroidery floss

• Stitch sampler to use as a future reference

• Step-by-step instruction and guided practice

Who This Workshop Is For

• Complete beginners interested in learning embroidery

• Creative makers looking to build new skills

• Experienced stitchers wanting a relaxing project

• Anyone who enjoys slow, mindful, handmade crafts

Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Cost: $35 per person

Experience Level: Beginner-friendly

Takeaway: Your bird embroidery project, a stitch sampler for future reference, and all the supplies needed to continue stitching at home.

Location: Prairie Fruits Farm Classroom

4410 N Lincoln Ave, Champaign, IL

Parking: General parking is available in the gravel lot. ADA parking is located south of the farmhouse. The classroom is located in the white building with black trim west of the gardens. Please check in at the farm store upon arrival.

Interested in more? This workshop is the first in a seasonal embroidery series. Future classes will feature a fox, hare, flowers & leaves, and wheat, with additional seasonal projects—including fall, Thanksgiving, Christmas ornaments, and festive gnome designs—coming later in the year.

Photo Consent:

By attending this event, you consent to your image being used in Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery marketing materials, social media, and publications. If you prefer not to be photographed, please notify the photographer upon arrival.