Tatting Workshop Series
Schedule
Wed Apr 24 2024 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location
West Baton Rouge Museum | Port Allen, LA
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West Baton Rouge Museum will host a series of tatting workshops led by Louisiana artist, Christy Benoit Castille. Tatting is a timeless handwork which dates back to the 1700’s and can be found throughout Europe. Tatting is used with a double thread to create double knots.Beginner Needle Tatting will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 10 AM – Noon. In this class, learn how to read written and diagram patterns, add in thread, and tatt simple edging that can be used on heirloom clothing. Space is limited, and advanced registration is required by contacting the Museum. The cost is $30.
Beginner Shuttle Tatting will be held on Tuesday May 8, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. In this class, participants will use their fingers similar to knitting or crochet and will focus on mastering the double stitch. The results are creating beautiful edging that can be used on heirloom clothing. Please note, participants should not have dexterity (arthritis or joint) issues. Space is limited, and advanced registration is required by contacting the Museum. The cost is $30.
Simple Edging will be taught on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 10 AM – 12:00 PM. For this class, participants must have already mastered the skill of double stitch. Space is limited, and advanced registration is required by contacting the Museum. The cost is $30.
Christy Benoit Castille is a member of many craft guilds such as Tatters Across Time, the Louisiana Crafts Guild, and the International Organization of Lace. She first became interested in tatting after seeing her great grandmother’s tatting shuttle and handwork. It has been her mission ever since not only to learn the craft but also to pass on the skill set and beautiful history of this traditional art form.
The West Baton Rouge Museum is located at 845 North Jefferson Avenue in Port Allen. For more information, visit www.westbatonrougemuseum.org or www.facebook.com/TheWBRM/ .
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West Baton Rouge Museum, 559 Louisiana Ave, Port Allen, LA 70767-2142, United States,Port Allen, LouisianaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
