Ages 13 and over. Learn beginner embroidery stitches and explore the history of Métis embroidery. Create your own embroidered piece using an original pattern. Supplies provided.
Materials: All materials are provided.
Registration: Registration opens on December 16, 2026 12:00 PM.
Important Note: This program is offered at two different branches in January. To ensure fair access for everyone, please register for only one session. Duplicate registrations and registrations for participants under 13 will be cancelled.
Program Details:
What You’ll Practise: You will learn about stitching techniques used in Métis art practices as you create an embroidered landscape inspired by a place that reminds you of home. Explore colour, texture, and different stitches to bring your personal landscape to life.
Presenter Information: Sara McCreary is a Métis and Scottish multidisciplinary artist based in Regina, Saskatchewan. Her practice centres on textiles, stitching, and contemporary Métis visual culture, exploring family, memory, and belonging through material and making. Alongside her studio practice, she works in arts administration and facilitates creative programming that connects participants with art, materials, and stitching practices.
EVENT TYPE: | Indigenous | Art and Creation |
TAGS: | Multicultural | Games and Hobbies |
Sunrise Branch first opened its doors to the public in 1990 and since then has operated as a full-service branch for the residents of Regina.
The Branch offers a variety of programs, services, and collections suitable for all ages:
Newspapers, magazines, and more than 47,000 books
Recorded books, large-print materials and a special collection for learners of English
French language books for children and a small, regularly changing collection of Chinese language books
A DVD collection
Over 2,000 music CDs
A permanent book sale shelf
A book drop for items to be returned when the Branch is closed
Computer Workstations
