Bargello is a traditional needlepoint technique that uses precise sequences of upright stitches. The patterns and designs were historically done on canvas but can be adapted to more modern applications using newer materials. This durable stitching technique is well suited for pillow or clothing appliques. Learn stitches, colour selection and finishing techniques so you can begin your journey with bargello The name bargello is derived from the Bargello Palace in Florence , Italy where a set of chairs with a distinctive flame pattern were found. All materials provided. DATES & TIMES SUN DEC 1st 1:00pm to 4:30pm YOUR TUTOR Pam Woodward. Pam has worked in theatre, film, and television costuming for over 40 years. She has specialized in textile design techniques including fabric dyeing, painting, surface embellishments, and fabric manipulation. As a costume dyer and decorator, Pam has worked for CBC, The National Ballet of Canada (Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker Suite, Romeo and Juliet, The Taming of the Shrew, Firebird ), The Canadian Opera Company (Madame Butterfly, Norma, The Golden Ass, Idomineo), Livent (Phantom of the Opera), and Mirvish Productions (Miss Saigon, Crazy for You, Mama Mia, The Lion King), as well as a number of feature films and made-for-TV movies. WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING All materials provided ACCESSIBILITY Wheelchair accessible