First workshop of 2026

Kantha Workshop with Catherine Nicholls

Kantha is an ancient art form born of practicality, a combination of thrift and aesthetics. Discarded fabric, old clothing, worn saris or whatever could be found were layered and stitched together. The stitch patterns can create geometric designs, flowers, animals and scenes from rural life.

In this workshop you will gain an understanding of the history of these pieces, explore Catherine’s collection and take needle in hand to learn the stitches required to turn fabrics into beautiful artwork.

Supply List: Will be provided on registration. You will have everything in your stash!

This workshop has a limited number of spaces. Should there be spaces available as of January 26 they will be offered to non-members at a cost of $40.

Registration:  Please contact Bonnie Adie at [email protected] Payment: E-transfer [email protected], Cash to Babs Perowne or by cheque payable to North Shore Needle Arts Guild and sent to Babs Perowne, #1412 – 2016 Fullerton Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3E6.

Please note: Once you have registered and paid there are no refunds.

All instructions in our workshops are the intellectual property of the artist and are copyrighted material. They are for your personal use only and cannot be reproduced or shared without the written consent of the artist.