Programs in 2024

April daytime program - Sashiko theme and variation

Sashiko, which means “little stab,” is traditional Japanese stitching that started as a functional stitch for mending and reinforcing textiles, dating back to at least the 1600s. All styles of Sashiko are an up and down stitch that we call a running stitch. Lois will give a brief history, describe and show stitched examples illustrating the differences between what we call “Sashiko,” Kogin, and Boro. The program includes a handout and small Kogin pattern to stitch.

April evening program

Business meeting followed by general stitching and chatting.

May daytime program - Ornament pattern swap, fabric stash sale

Get your holiday ornament patterns ready! We will have an ornament pattern swap in preparation for our holiday ornament swap in December.

Also, our chapter received a generous donation of cross-stitch fabric and needlepoint canvas. We believe that the bolts and individual pieces came from a store via the owner’s daughter (store unknown). We will bring the fabric to the May meeting for members to select and buy at a greatly reduced rate. There are numerous pieces: Aida, Lugana, Congress cloth, English linen, Hardanger, etc. in various colors and count, some in original packaging, others loose. There are also some pattern books. Due to the considerable volume that we have, we would like to sell the fabric on a bolt in one (1) yard sections. Individual, loose items will be priced appropriately. Be sure to take stock of what you already have at home, and fill the gaps with this rare opportunity to buy

May evening program

Business meeting followed by general stitching and chatting.

2023 program schedule

February: Yo-yo buttons. DONE

March: Paper on canvas project. DONE

April: Sashiko presentation

May: Ornament pattern swap, May fabric stash sale

June: Duos Beaded Bracelet

July: EGA Petite Project: Ribbon Embroidery

August: Pumpkin quick to stitch

September: EGA Petite Project: Gold Work

October: Guest speaker Lynn Elliott: Embroidery presentation

November: Cross stitch on Bitty Baskets

December: Holiday Party and ornament

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Yo-Yo Button - FEBRUARY 2023

Paper on Canvas - MARCH 2023

Workshops

For our guild workshop this year Ann-Marie Anderson-Mayes, from Beautiful
Stitches, will present two counted canvaswork embroidery classes in person at
Stitched Up Needleworks. Ann-Marie’s passion is helping her students to create
beautiful hand embroidered items. She believes in building creative confidence
so that everyone can discover the joy of making and creating. Each stitch is a
small brush of love on the fabric.

Two classes are offered; price includes all supplies and sales tax.
- Dragonflies in the Garden: Sept 27/28 2024. Cost $354.82 ($325 + $29.82 sales tax).
- Colorful Coasters: Sept 29/30. Cost $354.82 ($325 + $29.82 sales tax).
Contact Us for more information.
If you take both classes, the cost is $655.05 ($600 + $55.05 CA state sales tax) for all four days.
We are taking sign ups now until April 1st (moved up from May 15th), at which time classes will be offered to the general public. A deposit is required to hold your spot, contact Stitched Up Needleworks at 669.258.5027 to pay or for more details. ($200 deposit for one class, $400 deposit for both classes)
Final payment is due August 15th.
There will be a meet and greet with Ann-Marie--more details to follow.
All classes will be held at Stitched Up Needleworks in Morgan Hill.
Kits will include everything you need, you only need to bring your light, stand, and other general stitching -tools.