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.
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
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
9am
Description: Join us for good food, camaraderie, and stitching. If you plan on attending, please RSVP to either Lois Hubert (loishubert@icloud.com) or Ilene Manka (imanka@charter.net). Bring monetary and/or canned food donations for Second Harvest Food Pantry.
9am – 11am
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
10am – 4pm
Noon – 4pm
Description: For over 40 years, the Madison Area EGA Chapter has hosted a show in October showcasing members’ stitching. Each year we look forward to seeing each other’s work, shopping Boutique and Stash, buying Drawing tickets and let’s not forget chatting with friends and family!
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: See the Show page for registration forms
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
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
9am – 4pm
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
9am – 11am
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
9am – 2pm
Description: Stitch-in begins at 9:00AM followed by potluck lunch. Bring your favorite dish to pass
New! Have your works in progress or early work to be photographed for new website feature.
Location: Tamarack Trails Clubhouse 110 Westfield Rd, Madison WI
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: July 1
9am – 11am
7pm – 9pm
Description: It’s time to stock Boutique for Art of the Needle in October! During August meetings, members can choose to stitch provided projects or finish ornaments. Large and small sized bead donations are needed. Bring your stitched Boutique donations along with your regular stitching supplies.
Registration Fee: None
Registration Deadline: None
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
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
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
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
9:00 – Noon
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
9am – 11am
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
9am – 11am
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
9am – 11am
7pm – 9pm
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 mission of The Embroiderers’ Guild of America is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its heritage.
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