Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy. 25, Powhatan, will host summer workshops on sewing and quilting in August. Each workshop has a registration fee and reservations are required.
On Saturday, August 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., park staff will teach participants basic sewing techniques and the history of sewing. Learn basic stitches, how to read a pattern, and how to plan a sewing project. Participants will leave with their own sewing kit. The registration fee is $25. Space is limited.
On Saturday, August 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., park staff will teach basic quilting techniques and the history of quilting. Learn how to how to piece together a quilt square, how to layer your quilt, and the quilt stitch. A perfect companion to the basic sewing class. Participants will leave with their own quilt square. The registration fee is $15. Space is limited.
To register for the workshops, emailZachary.elledge@arkansas.gov or call 870-878-6765.