# Event Details - **Event Name**: Workshop: Stitched Memories – Honouring Inspiring Women - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 08 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 08 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event Description**: Celebrate the legacy of an important woman in your life by transforming reclaimed vintage textiles into a beautiful, personalized keepsake.About this EventJoin experienced embroiderer Ros McCarthy for a relaxed hands-on workshop using reclaimed textiles, embroidery and embellishment inspired by the current sculptural exhibition Jo Torr: Self Portrait – The Shape of a Lineage.This small-group creative experience will guide you to create a unique textile tribute to honour a beloved family member, a cherished friend, or an inspiring historical figure.Using beautiful reclaimed white and cream household linens, you will create your own embroidered textile piece to take home and treasure.Using beautiful reclaimed white or cream household linens, you will create your own embroidered textile piece, combining personal details and decorative stitching, ribbons, beads and other decorative accents.Ros will guide you through the process, sharing practical embroidery techniques, ideas and inspiration along the way.Whether you are returning to embroidery after many years or have never picked up a needle before, you will be encouraged to develop your own design and work at your own pace. integrate names or initials, significant dates, memorable places, and symbolic floral motifs using a variety of embellishment techniques. You can create a small hanging sachet or a piece that can be framed.Materials included however bring any small textile keepsake or haberdashery item with personal meaning to use in your work. It might be a vintage button from a grandmother's sewing box, a piece of lace from a much-loved garment, or a small fragment of fabric that has a story behind it.You will Learn & Create: How to arrange your narrative elements beautifully on vintage fabricEmbellishment Techniques:Hand-embroidery stitches, beadwork, and ribbon manipulation to add texture and depthEmbroidered Personalization:Methods for transferring and stitching text (names, initials, dates, and locations) and floral designs.Time: 1.00pm - 5.00pm Included: Materials - reclaimed antique and household linens, embroidery threads, ribbons, beads, needles, hoops, needles, hoops, scissors and marking tools.Afternoon tea: Silver service with lemon iced Madeira CakeCost: $55About Ros McCarthyRos McCarthy has been part of the embroidery community for more than 40 years and is a member of the Canterbury Embroiderers' Guild. With decades of experience in embroidery and textile techniques, Ros is passionate about sharing her knowledge and helping others discover the pleasure of making with needle and thread. Her teaching style is relaxed and encouraging, making this workshop suitable for all levels of experience.If you have a sewing kit, please bring it with you.Any queries, you are welcome to contact katesheppardhouse@heritage.org.nz - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/christchurch/workshop-stitched-memories-honouring-inspiring-women/100002000775375006 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Exhibitions - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 16+ - Doors Open At: 12:50 PM - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Kate Sheppard House - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 53.75, max: 53.75, currency: NZD ## Event venue details - **city**: Christchurch - **state**: CA - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Kate Sheppard House - **lat**: -43.523701 - **long**: 172.5879297 - **full address**: Kate Sheppard House, 83 Clyde Road, Christchurch, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Workshop: Stitched Memories – Honouring Inspiring Women - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/0f5fa7ad1a740b1d25ee2e3ff69679ba4d90508772cf5e0e0ef922952bee38ce-rimg-w1200-h630-dcc8b8a8-gmir.jpg?v=1790352100 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Workshop: Stitched Memories - Honouring Inspiring Women being held? - **A:** Workshop: Stitched Memories - Honouring Inspiring Women takes place on Sun, 08 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 08 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Kate Sheppard House, 83 Clyde Road, Christchurch, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing Workshop: Stitched Memories - Honouring Inspiring Women? - **A:** Workshop: Stitched Memories - Honouring Inspiring Women is organized by Kate Sheppard House. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Kate Sheppard House's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Kate Sheppard House a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Kate Sheppard House has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Workshop: Stitched Memories - Honouring Inspiring Women is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Christchurch, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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