2022 Program: Variety!
Only one word describes the 2022 program – Variety! The program explores the art of other cultures and groups, both in the US and across the world along with history and its impact on embroidery. In addition, the program expands our repertoire of techniques with several hands-on projects. We will continue the tradition of sharing tips and ideas whether organizational or creative with each other. Lastly, the pandemic taught us that distance can’t separate us, but gathering together is important. Consequently, the program continues to incorporate the best of both in-person and Zoom programs.
How Do You Store
Your Stash?
Fri, Jan 14th
9am – 11am
Thu, Jan 20th
7pm – 9pm
Description: Do you need help managing your stash, or have you already discovered the solution? This will be your opportunity to share your solution and tips, or ask for specific advice for your storage problems.
Host: Madison EGA
Registration: None
FLAGS - Scotch Stitch & Pulled & Drawn Thread
Fri, Feb 11th
9am – 11am
Thu, Feb 17th
7pm – 9pm
Description: FLAGS Ongoing Project: Madison Area Chapter (MAC) members Debra Steaffens & Kathie Zwettler will teach Scotch Stitch and Pulled & Drawn Thread.
Registration Fee: The $20 Kit fee encompasses all materials and instructions related to the entire FLAG project for the year.
Registration Deadline: December 28, 2021
Registration Fee: The $20 Kit fee encompasses all materials and instructions related to the entire FLAG project for the year.
Registration Deadline: December 28, 2021
Drawing Your Painted Canvas
Fri, Mar 11th
9am – 11am
Description: In this session, MAC member Kat Polewski will teach the participants how to paint designs on canvas. The kit will include canvas, paint palette, brushes, and stitch guide.
Kit/Registration Fee: $ 7.00
Registration Deadline: February 1
The History and Design of Temari Balls
Thu, Mar 17th
7pm – 9pm
Description: In Japanese, “te” means “hand” and “mari” means “to wind” and the history of temari balls dates back centuries. MAC member, Mary Jo Kopecky, will talk about the history and design of these spherical pieces of art.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
Summer’s End
Zoom Workshop
Sat, Mar 26th
9:00 – Noon
Sat, Apr 2nd
9:00 – Noon
Description: National Teacher Deborah Mitek will lead two half-day Zoom workshops on her silk ribbon and embellished canvas piece entitled “Summer’s End.”
Registration Fee: $ 10.00
Class Fee: $ 40.00
Kit Fee: $ 78.00 + $ 15.00 Shipping
Registration Deadline: February 1
FLAGS - Surface Stitching and Couching
Fri, Apr 8th
9am – 11am
Thu, Apr 21st
7pm – 9pm
Description: FLAGS Ongoing-Project: Madison Area Chapter (MAC) members Judy Caruso & Andrea Sapon will teach us Surface Stitching and Couching.
Registration Fee: The $20 Kit fee encompasses all materials and instructions related to the entire FLAG project for the year.
Registration Deadline: December 28, 2021
Women Suffrage Reflected in Embroidery
Fri, May 13th
9am – 11am
Description: What we embroider reflects us, our interests and our times. MAC member Lauren Thornton will explore how the women’s suffragettes voiced their opinion in their embroidery.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
Guatemalan Textiles
Thu, May 19th
7pm – 9pm
Description: Brightly colored, dramatic wearable art, the indigenous clothing of Mexico and Guatemala displays embroidery and weaving that encompass historical symbolism, consummate skill, and artistic beauty. Diane Herrmann will follow the journey of one small village to bring back textile traditions to their people.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
Walking the Water’s Edge Workshop
Fri, May 20th
9am – 4pm
Description: National Teacher Diane Herrmann’s Walking the Water’s Edge is the perfect workshop to welcome the approaching Summer. Using Florentine stitch, shading, freeform eyelet stitches, and beads, Diane will show you how to create a beautiful beach shore scene. Matching needleminder is available for class participants.
Needleminder: $10.00
Registration Fee: $ 10.00
Class Fee: $ 17.50 – $ 35.00
Kit Fee: $ 50.00
Registration Deadline: April 1
FLAGS - Color Challenge and Beading
Fri, June 10th
9am – 11am
Thu, Jun 16th
7pm – 9pm
Description: FLAGS Ongoing- Project: Madison Area Chapter (MAC) members Dena Dramm and Sue Bangert will teach a Color Challenge in stitching and Beading techniques.
Registration Fee: The $20 Kit fee encompasses all materials and instructions related to the entire FLAG project for the year.
Registration Deadline: December 28, 2021
Summer Social
July
Description: Details of the Summer Social will be provided at a later date.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: July 1
Boutique Workshop
Fri, Aug 12th
9am – 11am
Thu, Aug 18th
7pm – 9pm
Description: It’s time to stock-up the boutique at our Annual Show in October! Either stitch on something provided by the Boutique Committee or bring a piece that you are planning on donating. Watch the August Newsletter for more information concerning any stitching tools or supplies you should bring.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
Creative Finishing of Stitch Work
Fri, September 9th
9am – 11am
Description: Now that you have completed your stitching, do you know the best finishing to enhance it? This show, tell and ask meeting will explore options beyond simple framing.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
The Art of the Japanese Internment Camps
Thu, September 15th
7pm – 9pm
Description: Living in internment camps during World War II did not prevent the Japanese American people from creating wonderful, beautiful works of art in many art forms. Toni Gerdes will provide a slide lecture exploring their art and the times.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
Klimt Kimono Workshop
Fri, Sept 16th
9am – 4pm
Sat, Sept 17th
9am – 4pm
Description: The Klimt Kimono is a canvas piece combining many silk and metallic threads, as well as a variety of canvas stitches. The piece can be finished as a rectangle piece or in the shape of a kimono. This is a two-day workshop taught by National Teacher Toni Gerdes.
Registration Fee: $ 10.00
Class Fee: $ 36.00 – $ 108.00
Kit Fee: $ 175.00
Registration Deadline: July 1
Travel Treasures
Fri, Oct 14th
9am – 11am
Thu, Oct 20th
7pm – 9pm
Description: Sandy and Jack enjoy international travel to experience other cultures and sights. Along the way Sandy has acquired interesting treasures – embroidered and woven fabrics, baskets, beadwork and other cultural artifacts while Jack photographs their discoveries. Come hear about the Winders’ world wanderings.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
Art of the Needle Show Review and Stitch-In
Fri, Nov 11th
9am – 11am
Description: It may be getting cold outside, but its always cozy when friends gather for a stitch-in. Bring a project to stitch-on and join in the discussion reviewing the 2022 Art of the Needle Show.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
Annual Meeting
Thu, Nov 17th
7pm – 9pm
Description: Join us to review our chapter’s progress and discuss our business for the past and the year to come. At this meeting members will approve the chapter budget and slate of officers for the coming year. In addition, 2023 program will be previewed.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
Winter Social
December
Details of the Winter Social will be announced at a later date.
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