Make a Sweetheart Favor · Embroidered Handkerchiefs with April Griffie
Sweetheart Favors were many things during the mid-1700s thru the 1950s in rural Appalachia. They were small gifts that women and men gave each other as a symbol of their affection. Most often women gave embroidered handkerchiefs while men gave carved boxes, teacups, or hair ribbons.
We will be learning the basics of embroidery while making your own sweetheart favor. The designs will vary.
The class will be held in a cozy & unique setting: the Mark Twain Family Cabin (yes, we'll have a fire going in the fireplace)! VERY limited capacity so purchase your ticket now! A self-guided tour of the Museum is also included with your ticket purchase. Ages 5 & up!
April is an expert craftswoman and is a core demonstrator at the Museum of Appalachia. April’s grandfather began teaching her pioneer home skills at the age of five. Today, April is an expert in the arts of chair caning, quilting, tatting, embroidery, period dress-making, and more. She holds an MBA from Western Governors University, and is a PhD student at United Cumberland College.
