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Gingham Cross Stitch aka Chicken scratch embroidery

Taught by River Takada

When
  • Wed, Jan 28, 2026 at 6:00pm
Where

Arts Annex
404 Gattis Street
Durham, NC 27701

Venue Details
Notes

Registration for this workshop will open on Friday, January 23.

Gingham Cross Stitch aka Chicken scratch embroidery

Taught by River Takada

Depression lace, is a simple embroidery technique done on gingham fabric. Stitch a sample of Gingham Cross Stitch and learn the basics of the vintage technique that uses a few basic stitches like the double cross stitch, running stitch, and weaving stitch to create a floral design.

Meet the Instructor

River Takada

River Takada is a Japanese American artist and craft teacher. River makes a variety of mixed media art focusing on material reuse, and sells locally at markets and online under …

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Duke Arts Create is a series of free, hands-on arts workshops designed to help all Duke students, including graduate and professional students (including Duke Health), as well as Duke faculty and staff develop a variety of creative skills in the visual arts, dance and movement, creative writing and more. Workshops are open to all skill levels and backgrounds. Most workshops are held in the Duke Arts Annex, the Rubenstein Arts Center or the Duke Arts Office 2101 and are typically held weeknights from 6-8 p.m.

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