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Art Sampler with Crealdé School of Art: Macramé Wall Hanging

May 11, 2023 at 11:00 am - 12:30 PM
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May 11 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Macramé was popular in the 1960s and ‘70s and now it’s back by popular demand. Join a local fiber artist and embrace your inner boho goddess

Macramé is a form of textile that uses knotting techniques and comes from the 13th century weavers’ word for “fringe.” This fiber art was popular in the 1960s and ‘70s and now it is back and as popular as ever. Join local fiber artist Alyssa Foxson and embrace your inner boho goddess. Learn basic macramé knots needed to make a macramé wall hanging, plant hanger, and beyond! All supplies are provided and you will leave with a beautiful mini wall hanging ready for display!

 Program notes: All supplies will be provided.

This program is part of our six week “art sampler” series with Crealdé School of Art. Check the calendar for additional opportunities to grow and nurture your creativity.

This program is presented by Crealdé School of Arts and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.

Cancelling Your Reservation: In order to receive a full refund, participants must cancel their program registration at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled start of the program. Center for Health & Wellbeing’s Refund Policy

About the Presenter:  

Alyssa Foxson is an Orlando based Macramé artist. Alyssa has degrees in biology and currently teaches in her field but has also been doing fiber arts since she was a teen. She owns a macramé business named Lily Cords where she sells her macramé art online, at art shows, wholesale, and teaches macramé through workshops. Recently, Alyssa has been vending and hosting workshops with local Florida businesses such as: Enlighten Us, East End Market, West Elm, The Florida Local Market, Tommy Hilfiger, and Free People. Come embrace your inner boho goddess and learn the beautiful art of macramé with Alyssa!

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