The use of embroidery on quilts between 1865 and 2025 waxed and waned alongside fashions, social changes, materials, and the roles of women in domestic life and the workplace. Who had time to embroider and why? Tapping into the Smithsonian’s historic textile collection and contemporary sources, catch a glimpse of the lives of makers of embellished quilts over this 160-year period. During class, practice stitching while diving into these topics.

Special Program Information

• The instructor is Lauren Kingsland.
• This program includes 2 sessions, 2 hours each.

General Information

• This studio arts program is a Zoom Meeting to allow for patron and instructor interaction online.
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• This program will be recorded. Please see our FAQ for recording terms and conditions.
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