Do I need previous embroidery experience?

No—this class is designed for beginners and experienced crafters; the instructor covers basic stitches and practical mending techniques.

Are materials provided?

Yes—all embroidery supplies are included with the workshop, but participants are encouraged to bring a textile to work on.

How many people are in a class?

Groups are capped at twenty people to keep instruction hands-on and interactive.

Can I bring a child or teen?

The workshop is typically best for older teens and adults due to the focus on hand skills; check with organizers about age limits and suitability.

Where is the meeting point?

The workshop meets at 323 E Broughton St, Savannah, Georgia—contact the organizer ahead of time if you need accessibility accommodations.

How do I book a spot?

Reserve your seat through the provided FareHarbor booking link on the listing; sessions often fill, so book in advance.

Upcycling with Embroidery in Savannah: Hands-On Workshop with Shaye Garrigan | Workshop | Eco Tour

At the heart of Savannah’s Historic District, a two-hour studio workshop invites makers and curious travelers to rethink what garments can be. Upcycling with Embroidery with Shaye Garrigan is hosted at 323 E Broughton St, Savannah, Georgia, and walks participants through accessible stitching methods that refresh, repair, and embellish clothing and textiles. Shaye Garrigan leads an intimate, hands-on class designed for beginners and experienced crafters alike. In groups capped at twenty people, the session covers basic stitches, layout and composition, and practical mending strategies you can apply at home. All embroidery materials are supplied, but attendees are encouraged to bring a favorite garment, tote, or textile to personalize during the workshop. The pace is friendly and practical; by the end of the two hours you’ll leave with visible improvements and a new set of techniques. This workshop stands out in Savannah because it blends sustainable practice with the city’s strong preservation ethos. The sewing and mending techniques taught here echo the same attention to repair that keeps historic neighborhoods alive—think careful hands working beneath the shade of live oaks and Spanish moss, then crossing Broughton Street to see city facades that have endured for centuries. For travelers who want to reduce waste while taking home a locally made skill, this class offers more than a souvenir: it gives craft and purpose. Key features include simple embroidery methods, immediate application to personal textiles, small-group instruction, and a clear sustainability focus. The class encourages creative risk-taking—experimenting with color, texture, and visible mending—while keeping repairs useful and durable. Because the workshop happens in historic downtown Savannah, you can pair it with a self-guided walk of nearby squares or a visit to the Davenport House Museum environs. Practical details are straightforward: the workshop runs about two hours, suits all skill levels, and provides every tool you need. Bring a garment or textile you want to transform and wear comfortable clothes suited for sitting and stitching. The host’s teaching style makes this ideal as an afternoon activity between walks through Savannah’s squares and waterfront. Whether you’re a visiting traveler, a local looking to adopt lower-waste habits, or a gift-seeker aiming to craft a meaningful present, this embroidery upcycling workshop turns basic stitches into long-lasting improvements. It’s a deliberate, creative way to slow down, learn a useful skill, and leave Savannah with something you made. Sessions run regularly and are ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small friend groups. Participants often trade repair tips and leave inspired to reduce textile waste at home. If you have limited mobility, contact organizers ahead of time to confirm seating; the venue at 323 E Broughton St sits in a flat, walkable block near transit and many cafés for post-class coffee.

About Davenport House Museum

Davenport House Museum in Savannah, GA, preserves and interprets a finely restored Federal-style home built in 1820.

The museum offers guided tours, self-guided visits, workshops, seasonal festivals, and educational events that highlight domestic life, architectural preservation, and community history. Knowledgeable docents lead guided tours through elegantly furnished rooms while sharing documented stories of the Davenport family and the 13 enslaved workers who lived and worked at the house. The museum also presents shorter programs such as the Old Chan Magic Talks that illuminate the building’s time as a tenement and its connection to Savannah’s Chinese-American Chan family.

Hands-on offerings include broom making and seasonal craft workshops, plus collaborative public events like the Davenport House Fall Arts Festival and Holiday Wreath Decorating held nearby in Columbia Square and at the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy. Visitors can choose a self-guided tour across the first three floors to explore architecture and exhibition panels at their own pace, or attend specialized demonstrations and family-focused preservation activities.

Davenport House Museum documents ongoing conservation efforts and engages visitors with visible preservation work and interpretive signage. The site maintains archival records and educational resources to support research and school programs. As an established historic house museum in Savannah’s historic district, Davenport House Museum partners with local cultural organizations and relies on trained staff and volunteers to ensure accurate, responsibly presented history for scholars, families, and visitors seeking an authentic window into early 19th-century Savannah life. Programming is suitable for researchers, students, families, and cultural heritage visitors and scholars.