Laura offers a variety of class and workshop possibilities to fit the personality of each shop and the needs of the stitching community.

Project workshops, canvas interpretation and technique classes all work incredibly well as virtual classes, as well as in person. It’s a whole new way to offer needlepoint education and the in-shop experience without actually having a group in the shop.

Project Workshops

In these workshops, everyone works on the same canvas. Laura will guide stitchers through every area on the canvas using her stitched sample and personally written stitch and thread guide.  Laura demonstrates techniques and stitches several times during workshops to be certain every participant has a chance to see exactly how to get it done. For more details, check out the Project Workshops page.

Canvas Interpretation

Some call this Canvas Embellishment. Laura likes to think of it as working together with the student to interpret the artist’s vision to make it their own. In this small group setting, Laura works with each individual to chart stitches and threads for their chosen canvas.

Canvas Embellishment at Needle Nook of La Jolla

Stitch Guides

Laura has written and published stitch guides for numerous canvases from several designers. Check out our available stitch guides. Currently, guides may be ordered through Laura or the independent needlepoint retailers.
Please contact Laura for wholesale/retail pricing.

Stitch guides are printed and bound upon order. Please allow time for production and shipping when ordering.

Themes and Schemes for Amazing Needlepoint!

Laura has created her always expanding menu of fabulous, half-day classes built around a specific theme. These are somewhat quick-paced classes, where students learn up to 8 stitches or technique on their “doodle canvas with purpose!”

Please contact Laura for class Themes and descriptions.

Private Lessons

Private lessons are offered, by appointment, in one-hour increments. The student has Laura’s full attention and can get in-depth assistance on the project(s) of their choosing. Please contact Laura for availability.