Lavradeira Portuguese EmbroideryJoin us for the embroidery and culture of the lavradeira, 19th century farm girl, of Viana do Castelo, Portugal. A vibrant living tradition, the embroidered clothing and textiles are still made today for festivals and special occasions. After an introduction to the Minho region of northern Portugal and an overview of its textile history, we'll stitch a floral pattern inspired by a handkerchief with several stitches including the crivo, a drawn thread