Embroidery setup with a Chatham lighthouse design, yarns in various colors, scissors, and a needle with red thread.
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Holiday Needlepoint Workshop with Frances Mary

Event Info

  December 12, 2026

  2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Price: $180 per person

Celebrate Chatham’s Christmas Stroll Weekend with a cozy afternoon of stitching in the library. Guests will receive an exclusive needlepoint canvas designed just for Chatham Bars Inn, featuring the Chatham Lighthouse decked out for the holidays. A keepsake to stitch, finish and treasure for holidays to come.

Led by needlepoint designer Frances Mary, this beginner-friendly workshop will teach you everything you need to get started and confidently complete your canvas, with step-by-step instruction and hands-on guidance throughout. All levels are welcome, whether you've never picked up a needle before, are looking to refresh the basics, or are a seasoned stitcher. 

What’s Included:
• Guided lesson with needlepoint designer Frances Mary
• Exclusive 13 mesh hand-painted needlepoint canvas
• All the supplies you'll need to stitch, plus a project bag
• Complimentary wine and charcuterie

Note: Please bring reading glasses if you use them.

About Frances Mary
Frances Mary is a needlepoint designer whose hand-painted canvases draw much of their inspiration from her New England upbringing. Think classic harbor scenes, hydrangea lined post and round rail fences, and cozy flower boxed cedar shake cottages. She lives on the North Shore of Massachusetts and spends summers on the Cape with her husband, two young children, and their cavapoo, Millie.

Tickets are $180 per person and include complimentary wine and charcuterie. Open to members, guests and locals. To reserve tickets, please contact our Concierge at 508-945-6871.

Cancellations received 48 hours or more in advance will incur no charge. Cancellations received less than 48 hours in advance will be charged 100% per person.

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