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Every Tuesday, 6 to 9pm

Stitch & Bitch, Austin's no-pressure open studio night

Stitch & Bitch is our weekly open studio night in East Austin, hosted by Jillian every Tuesday from 6 to 9pm. Work on something, don't work on something. Just show up.

What is Stitch & Bitch?

Stitch & Bitch is a weekly open studio night at The Glitz Society, 1405 Chestnut Ave. Every Tuesday from 6 to 9pm the doors are open to anyone who wants to make things next to other people. There's no class, no teacher at the front and no finished piece required. It's company, a big table and a room full of sparkle.

How it works

The night works because it asks almost nothing of you:

  • Bring a project: knitting, embroidery, a costume repair, a sketchbook, your kid's Halloween disaster.
  • Or bring nothing: sit, chat, watch, borrow an idea.
  • Come late, leave early: drop in whenever between 6 and 9.
  • Leave the ego at the door: beginners and lifers sit at the same table.

Jillian hosts. She's a new mama, so expect the energy of someone who has fully stopped caring whether the house is tidy and fully started caring whether you're having a good time.

Next Tuesdays

  • Tue Nov 24

    6 to 9pm · hosted by Jillian

    Price TBC
  • Tue Dec 1

    6 to 9pm · hosted by Jillian

    Price TBC
  • Tue Dec 8

    6 to 9pm · hosted by Jillian

    Price TBC
  • Tue Dec 15

    6 to 9pm · hosted by Jillian

    Price TBC
  • Tue Dec 22

    6 to 9pm · hosted by Jillian

    Price TBC
  • Tue Dec 29

    6 to 9pm · hosted by Jillian

    Price TBC
  • Tue Jan 5

    6 to 9pm · hosted by Jillian

    Price TBC
  • Tue Jan 12

    6 to 9pm · hosted by Jillian

    Price TBC
Two artists laughing in giant floral crowns
Two artists laughing in giant floral crowns
Artist in a pink fringe jumpsuit in front of a mural
Artist in a pink fringe jumpsuit in front of a mural
Embellished novelty sunglasses in candy colours
Embellished novelty sunglasses in candy colours
Artist in embellished overalls with orange hair
Artist in embellished overalls with orange hair
Soft portrait in a pink flower crown
Soft portrait in a pink flower crown
Hand-built yellow flower hat
Hand-built yellow flower hat
Green turban with yellow blooms
Green turban with yellow blooms
Golden beaded mask with pink fringe
Golden beaded mask with pink fringe

Tell us you're coming

You don't need to RSVP. But if you tell us, we'll save you a chair.

Bringing a group of more than four? Give us a heads up so there's room at the table.

We reply by email, usually within a day or two. Nothing you send is stored on this website.

Questions people ask

What is Stitch & Bitch in Austin?

Stitch & Bitch at The Glitz Society is a free-form open studio night every Tuesday from 6 to 9pm at 1405 Chestnut Ave in East Austin. Bring knitting, sewing, a sketchbook or nothing at all, and hang out with other makers.

Do I have to bring a project?

No. Bring one if you have one. If not, sit with people who do, pick up something from the studio, or just talk. Showing up is the whole point.

Can I come late or leave early?

Yes, always. Drop in any time between 6 and 9pm and stay as long as you like.

How much does it cost?

The price is being set and will be posted here before the first night. Check this page or the calendar for the latest.