Online Studio
Embroidery Classes to Explore Your Passion
Online embroidery classes are a convenient way for students to take their embroidery to the next level. Online Studio classes take place on EGA’s website and in an environment where the student can read, review and download lessons, discuss with other students, and ask questions directly to the teacher on the discussion forum for each class. Below you will find some FAQs, and two lists of classes. The first list has online embroidery classes that are open for registration or with registration opening soon, and the second one is a list of classes that are currently running or were previously offered but are no longer open for registration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Before you register
What’s the online class experience like?
Our online classes usually consist of two to six lessons posted to our website following a two-three month schedule. The length of each class will depend on the number of lessons and the time between each lesson. When a lesson is posted you will receive an email with a link to the lesson page where you can read, download and print the lesson. Once you register, you also receive access to the class discussion group where you can ask questions, receive guidance from your teacher and share your progress with other students.What will I need to provide for an online class?
Most of our online classes have kit options available. More class specific information can be found in every class pageHow do I register for the class?
If a class is open for registration you will see a button that reads Take This Course on that class’ page. If you are an EGA member, make sure you are logged in to the website when you register that way the class registration will be connected to your membership*. If you are not an EGA member yet, a membership will be added to your cart along with your class registration.*If you logged in and a membership was added to your order anyway, you can update your order by visiting your cart here and removing that additional membership.
Are online courses refundable?
EGA Online Studio courses and kit fees are non-refundable.Do I need an EGA membership to register and participate on EGA’s online courses?
Yes, an EGA membership is required to register for all our courses. You must keep your membership current to be able to access the class content throughout the class schedule.After you register
I just registered for an online class, what’s next?
Once your registration for the class has been processed you will receive a welcome email with a letter from your teacher and important information about your class. Please save your welcome email, it will include quick links wto your class and class discussion group.When will my kit be shipped?
If your class a has a kit and you registered for that option, your kit will be shipped directly from the teacher usually 1-2 weeks before the start of class.Where can I see my class?
When you are logged in, you can see your class by clicking My Courses under Members Only.Where can I learn more about using the online class and discussion group?
To help you take the best advantage of our online learning platform we have made available some instructions you can read here.When do I get access to the lessons?
Lessons for the class will be posted following the schedule on the class page. In the meantime, you will receive access to the class discussion group where you can start getting to know your fellow students.Where will I see the lessons?
Once lessons are posted, they can be found on the Course Content section at the bottom of your class page.What’s the best way to reach my teacher?
Your teacher will answer all class questions in the class discussion group.For how long will my teacher be answering questions about the class?
Teachers monitor, answer questions and interact with students on the discussion group from the day that the first lesson is posted to two weeks after the last lesson is posted.How do I get to the class discussion group?
There will be a direct link to your class discussion group in your welcome email. A link to the class discussion group is available on the class page and on each of your lesson pages. Login to the website is required.How long will the discussion group be available for?
The discussion group for your class will be available from the moment your registration is processed to two months after the last lesson for your class is posted.Technical issues
I can’t access the class discussion group, a lesson or something else on the website?
You will need to be logged in to the website in order to access your class discussion group, class lesson and other class-related, or member-related content. An easy way to know if you are logged in, is that you will see the word Profile on the top right corner of the screen. If you see the word Login, you will need to log in.I need assistance logging in to the website?
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EGA Skill Level Definitions
Basic: No experience with the technique being taught is necessary.
Intermediate: Knowledge of basic stitches, materials, and their use in the technique being taught is required.
Advanced: Ability to execute simple and difficult stitches in the technique is required. The student should also have knowledge of color and design that will allow exploration and creativity.
All levels: Class is suitable for all levels.
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Online Studio Instructions for Students and Teachers
Online Studio and Forums – Instructions for Students
Online Studio Central for Teachers
For more information about Online Studio classes, please contact Online Studio chair Solveig Walstrom at online@egausa.org.
Open Registration or Coming Soon
These are the classes you can register for right now, along with those that have registration dates opening soon. For the classes coming soon, you have the option to sign up to receive a reminder when registration opens.
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Online Studio Class 80: Spring Wreath with Emma Broughton
Taught by Emma Broughton (view bio)Emma Broughton is a graduate of both the Royal School of Needlework Apprenticeship (2009) and The University of the Creative Arts (2012). Specialising in hand embroidery as well as screen printing and digital fabric design.
She is the Author of ‘Embroidered Boxes’ book published in April 2019.
Under the name Fairy Wren Embroidery, she teaches embroidery and box making classes, and offers a wide range of embroidery kits and undertakes commissions with her unique designs. Embroidered box making is her true passion because it combines her love of embroidery with 3D construction.
Open Registration
Spring Wreath can brighten a dreary day. The flowers are a cheerful reminder of spring. This exquisite floral embroidery is not just for beginners. There are five colorways to choose from: orange, red, purple, blue, and pink. The default is blue. Stitches include French knot, bullion knot, detached heavy chain, woven wheel, stem stitch, back stitch, fishbone, and closed fly stitch. Registration dates: July 2, 2025–Aug. 6, 2025. Class schedule: Lesson will be posted on October 1, 2025.
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Learn a variety of traditional goldwork techniques with this sparkling gold peony. Techniques include: felt padding, thick felt padding, metallic kid leather, string padding, plain couching, combined couching, colored couching, pearl purl, chipping, spangles, cutwork and plate. This may look overwhelming but, with Lizzy’s guidance including both written instruction and video, you will have the confidence and knowledge to complete the flower. Registration dates: July 7 - August 4, 2025. Class schedule: November 5, 2025 - January 28, 2026.
In Progress or Previously Offered
The classes below are either in progress or have been offered in the past and are no longer open for registration.
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Online Studio Class 71: Pink Goldwork Butterfly with Connie Chow
Taught by Connie Chow (view bio)Connie took her first class in goldwork embroidery in 2019 at the SF School of Needlework and Design. Finding herself drawn to the shine and shimmer of the materials and the joy that embroidery brought her as a pastime, she decided to take more classes and started training in tambour beading. Soon she had learned enough techniques to experiment with beads and sequins and started creating designs of her own. A small collection of her first designs came in the form of greeting cards, of which the butterflies design has been adapted to regular needlepoint in an online class with EGA for 2023. Her hope is to train further in tambour beading and to continue to create new art pieces to inspire, open up and to bring to new people who are yet to discover the joy of embroidery.
Online Course, Closed Registration
This butterfly, ready to use as a brooch or hair adornment, is stitched with traditional goldwork techniques-but with a modern twist. Techniques covered include couching pearl purl and gilt twist, chipwork, application of crystals, and cutting and finishing the piece. Registration: October 2 - November 6, 2024. Class schedule: January 8 - February 26, 2025.
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Online Studio Class 72: Hummingbird in Silk and Gold with Lizzy Pye – Encore
Taught by Lizzy Pye (view bio)Lizzy Pye is an embroidery tutor first and foremost, classically trained on the Royal School of Needlework Apprenticeship. In 2009 she was lucky enough to be one of the final six graduate Apprentices, finishing with a Distinction and very sore fingertips! She is proud to be a Royal School of Needlework tutor, and also teaches a lot of her own classes and private students. She is passionate about passing on her skills through teaching, and preserving both skills and heirlooms for future generations to enjoy. She has worked on some fascinating projects over the years, including the Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding gown and embroidery designs for the Royal Opera House. She was commissioned to write the Royal School of Needlework’s Essential Stitch Guide: Whitework, published in 2012, and in 2020 Crowood Press published her second book: Goldwork Embroidery, Techniques and Projects. Lizzy also runs an online shop through which she sells the embroidery products with which she loves to work, alongside her own range of embroidery kits.
Closed Registration
Learn how to handle traditional silks known as flat or filament silks, which are untwisted. Stitch silk shading (long and short stitch), satin stitch and stem stitch to create splashes of color amongst the gold. Learn to create smooth felt padding and embellish with traditional goldwork techniques of couching and colored couching, pearl purl, invisibly stitched twist and chipping. Registration: November 6 - December 4, 2024.
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Online Studio Class 73: Whitework Windows with Terri Bay
Taught by Terri Bay (view bio)Terri Bay, a teacher and designer from South Carolina, began teaching Ukrainian Whitework at Nordic Needle’s retreat. One class lead to another and now she has taught Ukrainian Whitework, Hardanger, Pulled and Drawn Thread and Blackwork at the EGA National Seminars, ANG Seminars, NAN, Regional Seminars, chapter workshops, and various retreats and other fun events. She was honored to be featured as the Designer Across America in the June 2018 issue of Needle Arts Magazine and will have a design in Needle Pointers in the fall of 2021. Terri is a member of EGA, EAC, ANG, and NETA. www.terribayneedleworkdesigns.com
Closed Registration
Whitework Windows is a Ukrainian Whitework design measuring 8 inches square. It is densely packed with stitches typical to Ukrainian Whitework such as spot eyelets, double cable, satin stitches, eyelet chains, hemstitch, long arm cross, faggot stitch, and needleweaving. The Windows are worked on 28 count linen with two sizes of pearl cotton. It is an advanced intermediate level. Registration: December 4, 2024 - January 8, 2025. Class schedule: March 5 - April 30, 2025.
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Stitch a dragon, designed by the instructor and inspired by the Luttrell Psalter manuscript and other medieval sources, using the Bayeux stitch couching technique. The project will use materials authentic to the period, such as wool ground fabric and fibers sourced from artisanal Yorkshire farms. All fibers have been hand-dyed with plant-based colors by the instructor, replicating period-appropriate dyes and materials such as woad, madder, cochineal, and more. Students will have the choice of color schemes for their dragons. Registration: January 1 - February 5, 2025. Class Schedule: April 2 - 30, 2025.
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Online Studio Class 75: Ode to the Honeybee with Celeste Chalasani
Taught by Celeste Chalasani (view bio)Celeste Chalasani is an award-winning designer and teacher specializing in Stumpwork. She has taught extensively both in person and virtually for the Embroiderers’ Guild of America (EGA) at chapter workshops, regional and national seminars; the National Academy of Needlearts; other regional guilds; Quiltfest and Craftsy. She is a graduate of the National Academy of Needlearts Teachers’ Certification program specializing in Stumpwork.
“Teaching Stumpwork is a labor of love for me. I am passionate about sharing what I know. I approach teaching from the understanding that different people learn in different ways. I strive to provide clear written instructions with step-by-step color photos, orally explain the technique with color coded visual aids, demonstrate stitches and techniques, and work one on one with each student as they practice their techniques.”
Online Course, Closed Registration
Where would we be without the honeybee? Succulent strawberries, juicy blackberries, and sweet blueberries are just three of our favorite fruits that rely on pollinators such as the honeybee. In turn, the honeybee needs a balanced diet and depends on us to plant a variety of flowers. Create your own “Ode” as you employ contemporary stumpwork techniques, including three types of padding, wired slips, and needlelace. Registration: February 5 - March 5, 2025. Class schedule: May 7, 2025 - August 20, 2025.
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Online Studio Class 77: Swirling Tulips with Gail Stafford
Taught by Gail Stafford (view bio)Gail Stafford holds EGA Master Craftsman certifications in Canvas Embroidery, Color for Needlework and Design for Needlework. She is the author of Undulations II, an EGA correspondence course. She has been on the faculty of ANG and EGA seminars and has presented numerous programs for ANG and EGA chapters. Her current needlework focus is on translating scenic images into canvas embroidery designs, but she also enjoys Bargello. Her work has won many prestigious awards and has been published in Needle Pointers, Needle Arts, and Needlepoint Now.
Online Course, Closed Registration
Stylized tulips and Florentine embroidery (Bargello) combine to create this design. Notice how your eyes naturally follow a path of circular motion as you view the needlework. The design is shown in a blue-green and and blue color combination, but participants may choose to stitch the design in a different color family. Registration: April 2 - May 7, 2025. Class schedule: July 2 - 16, 2025.
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Online Studio Class 78: Whitework Sampler with Janet Salerno
Taught by Janet Salerno (view bio)Janet has been an active member of the Susquehanna Chapter in Pennsylvania since 1983, and has held many offices on their board. She is both an EGA Certified Teacher and a Master Craftsman in counted thread embroidery. She has taught at regional and local levels for EGA, authored three EGA GCC courses, three Petite Projects and served as chairman for the Master Craftsman Program in Counted Thread. Her most recent undertaking included updating the 83 Petite Projects and serving as Dean of Faculty for the 2025 Mid-Atlantic Region seminar. She enjoys all forms of needlework, however her favorite technique is counted thread. She is happy to be sharing this course with the EGA membership.
Online Course, Closed Registration
Try your hand at this counted thread technique and create a beautiful eight-band bell pull sampler. The two whitework techniques taught in this class are pulled thread and drawn thread. It is stitched on 28-count fabric with #8 and #12 pearl cotton. Because no kit is provided for this class, you are free to choose your own color combinations for fabric and thread. Registration: May 7, and closes June 4, 2025 Class schedule: August 6 - September 3, 2025.
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In this class students will discover ways of creating the feeling of shading while using a wide variety of stitches or techniques. Besides long and short, we will explore tapestry shading, block shading, Roumanian stitch, French knots and raised stem stitch - all good candidates for beautiful shading. Registration dates: June 4 - July 2, 2025. Class schedule: September 3 and September 17, 2025.