Sun Region is excited to welcome you all to Wish Upon A Stitch! Please join us at the Hyatt Regency International Drive, Orlando Florida from October 9-14, 2026. See the classes and more!
National Seminar: Wish Upon A Stitch 2026
Join us in Orlando!
Sun Region is excited to welcome you all to Wish Upon A Stitch! Please join us at the Hyatt Regency International Drive, Orlando Florida from October 9-14, 2026. What are your stitch wishes? Do you want to learn a new stitching technique? Is your stitch wish to continue working on a technique you love? Is your stitch wish to sit and stitch with friends and not take a class? Is your stitch wish to shop and find fun ways to enhance your stash? We can fill all these wishes and more at Wish Upon A Stitch. The following pages introduce you to the teachers and classes we will be offering. We will also share information about our hotel as well as all the essential information you will need to register. Registration starts on January 20, 2026 at noon EST, and will be first come first served! The last day of registration will be July 9, 2026. Registration for Virtual Classes Opens April 14, 2026.
Registration Closed | See the Classes | See the Virtual Classes
Orlando has so much to offer for you and your family. Consider coming early or staying longer. While there is plenty to do at the theme parks, we are also a short drive to Cape Canaveral and the space center and the beaches. Winter Park is a short drive away and is home to the Morse Museum which has a huge display of Tiffany glass.
Seminar Central 2026
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Airport Transportation and Wheelchair Information
Hotel and Arrival Information
Airport Transport
The hotel does not have direct airport transportation. Uber and Lyft both pick up at the arrivals level where you get your luggage (level 2 in terminal A and B, level 6 in terminal C). Taxi pickup is on level 1 in terminal A and B. On the A Side they use spaces A 22-25, the B side uses spaces B 30-34 and if you are arriving in terminal C you will find the taxis on level 6- the arrivals level. If you are coming with more than two people you may want to look at Viator- they offer airport transportation to and from the hotel area. While there are companies offering shuttles they only go to the Disney area hotels and not the convention area hotels we are staying at.
Wheelchair info
There are two companies the hotel recommends. Both will deliver and pick up your scooter to the hotel
KM Rentals
Our scooters come in both 3 and 4 wheels the smaller GOGO has a weight capacity of 300lbs and the larger scooter is the Victory has a weight capacity of 400lbs. For this hotel we do not need to meet for the delivery or the pickup. Our pickup time Is 11am. The driver will drop off and pick up scooters at the bellhop. GOGO Price for a week is $220.00 Insurance is optional onetime fee of $20.00 for damages. Victory Price for the week is $250.00 Insurance is also $20.00 onetime fee for damages. We charge 2 days prior to delivery. Please ensure to book reservations ahead of time either by phone or through our website www.km-rentals.com
We are open from 9-4pm 7 days a week. 407-363-738
Scoot around
Attendees may book on our website (online) using the chat feature or call our toll-free number 800-441-7575 to speak with one of our experienced customer service representatives.
We’ve set up a dedicated booking link that you can share with attendees so they can reserve their equipment directly for the conference dates: https://scootaround.com/en/ega-wish-upon-a-stitch-2026
Once you arrive at the hotel
Room registration is to the right of the entrance. This is the ground level.
You will either be in tower 1 or 2. If you are in tower one you have direct access to the classrooms and registration. This is also the smallest and oldest tower. Tower two is a short walk across the lobby. From this tower you also have direct access via a walkway to the classrooms on level 3. To reach the seminar registration level you have a few options. From tower one takes the elevator to level C, then go to the left. We are outside the Plaza ballrooms. If coming from tower two walk past the lobby and either take the elevators to level C or walk down one flight of stairs. There may be an escalator option- it was closed due to construction on our last visit. Please note that if you are in tower two level G or first floor does not connect to the convention area. You must either go thru the lobby on or level 3
All classrooms and event rooms are stacked in this area- we are on level C (the lowest level) for registration, exhibits, pop up shops and banquets. Classes are on level 3 and 4. Do not panic when you see the size of the convention center area- we have a very small footprint and do not have to walk end to end. Now if you want some exercise walking the convention center area is great for indoor walking.
Where to eat
The hotel offers several places- Descend 21 – a sports bar on the pool level in tower 2, a pool bar open during the day, Rocks, a lobby bar with light snacks. B Line Diner opens for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Fiorenzo and Icharo open in the evenings and The Market- open 24 hours. The Market has an option that will let your preorder your food to be picked up at your choice of times. This is a great lunch option. We will not be having a grab and go during lunch this year.
A short walk from the hotel is The Pointe, Orlando. This is home of several restaurants including Maggiano’s, Capital Grille, Oceanaire Seafood, Cuba Libre, Dicks Last Resort, JoJo’s Shake Bar, Kavas Tacos and Tequila, Palm Tree Club, Rodizio Grill, Sals Pizza, Taffers Tavern, Taverna Opa, The Hampton Social, The Pub and Zukku San Sushi.
There are numerous other restaurants on International Drive.
Things to do
The hotel is very close to all things Universal including the new Epic Theme Park. Sea World is also nearby. Disney is just a little bit further, but all are easy to get to.
The I Drive Trolly has a stop just outside the door. We will have information on this in your welcome packet. There are several fun attractions and restaurants along the route.
If you would like to go further afield, the Morse Museum in Winter Park is home to a vast collection of Tiffany Glass. This is on Park Avenue and the shopping street in Winter Park- lots of cute shops and restaurants as well as a boat ride on the chain of lakes await you there.
And on the coast, we have Cape Canaveral- home of all thing space. Hopefully there will be a rocket launch during Seminar. It can sometimes be seen from the hotel area if the weather is clear.
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Seminar Fees
All the following class fees include the Nonrefundable Deposit ($125) but DO NOT include kit fees or any other seminar related items or events.
Six Days of Class (Fri 10-09/2026 thru Wed 10/14/2026)/Opening Banquet Sat 10/10/2026 and Closing Banquet Tuesday 10/13/2026 ($940.00)
Includes your choice of:- One 3-day and one 2-day class and one 1-day class OR
- Two 3-day classes OR
- One 4-day and 2 1-day classes OR
- Two 1-day and two 2-day classes AND
- Both Opening and Closing Banquets
Five Days of Class (Fri 10-09/2026 thru Wed 10/14/2026)/Opening Banquet Sat 10/10/2026 and Closing Banquet Tuesday 10/13/2026 ($865.00)
Includes your choice of:- One 1-day and one 4-day class OR
- One 1-day and two 2-day classes OR
- One 2-day and one 3-day class AND
- Both Opening and Closing Banquets
Four Days of Class (Fri 10-09/2026 thru Wed 10/14/2026)/Opening Banquet Sat 10/10/2026 and Closing Banquet Tuesday 10/13/2026 ($790.00)
Includes your choice of:- One 4-day class OR
- Two 1-day classes and one 2- day class OR
- One 3-day class and one 1-day class OR
- Two 2-day classes AND
- Both Opening and Closing Banquets
Three Days of Class and One Banquet ($545.00)
Includes your choice of:- One 3-day class OR
- One 1-day class and one 2-day Class AND
- One banquet. Any class or combo of 3-days of classes that include Saturday will automatically receive an opening banquet ticket (Saturday night). Any class or combo of classes that includes a Tuesday will automatically get a closing banquet ticket (Tuesday night).
Two Days of Class and One Banquet ($470.00)
Includes your choice of:- One 2-day class AND
- One banquet
The included banquet is dependent on the class days chosen. Saturday/Sunday classes will automatically receive a Saturday banquet ticket and Tuesday/Wednesday classes will automatically receive a Tuesday banquet ticket. If a registrant registers for two one-day classes (Saturday/Monday), they will receive a Saturday banquet ticket.
One Day of Class ($150.00)
Includes your choice of:- One 1-day class
- Does not include any banquets
Stitchin’ Time (Sat 10/10/2026 thru Wed 10/14/2026)– Includes swag, door prizes, special guests, access to exhibits and shopping opportunities, and other surprises. Does not include any banquets.
- $85/day for nonmembers not staying in the hotel room block.
- $75/day for members not staying in the hotel room block or nonmembers staying in the hotel room block.
- BEST DEAL: $65/day for members staying in the hotel room block.
- Night Owls is available if you are taking a class and want to come stitch in the evenings. The cost will be 20.00 for Sunday and Monday evenings. It will be $10.00 for banquet nights (Saturday and Tuesday since the room will close early).
Non-Participant Fee ($377) – Applies to EGA Members not taking classes at seminar. Must be registered at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Drive (or another seminar designated hotel) as part of the EGA-negotiated room block. The fee includes both the Opening Banquet (10/10) and the Closing Banquet (10/13) and the hospitality package (seminar pin and handbook). If only attending one banquet the fee is $202.00. Registrant must indicate which banquet they would like to attend.
Nonrefundable Deposit ($125) – Fees listed above include a required, Nonrefundable Deposit of $125 for ALL attendees. This may not be applied to Virtual classes.
This fee does not apply to Stitchin’ Time participants.Kit Fee (Varies by class) – Due by April 1, 2026
Virtual Class and Kit Fees – In addition to the kit fee for each virtual class, there is a registration fee based on the class. The class fee is nonrefundable
- One half day class- $40.00. There is no kit fee for this class
- Two-day class- $150.00
- Three-day class- $180.00. There is no kit fee for this class
- Four-day class- $250.00.
Non-Member Fee ($76) – Applies to those registering for seminar classes who are not members of EGA.
Special Events/Optional Items:
- Teachers’ Showcase – $40 for full table, $25 for a half table.
- Additional Banquet Tickets – $175 per ticket (either Opening Banquet or Closing Banquet)
- Pop-Up Shops – $125 for one day (includes 3 tables and chairs; $25 for each table over 3), $35 per additional day. Information on how to sign up for this will appear in the Pop-Up shop tab.
Facilities Use Fee ($430) – This one-time fee applies to the following because their stay will not be considered part of the seminar room block which contributes toward payment of event and classroom space:
- Any person registering as a non-participant or for two or more days of class, but who is not staying at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Drive
- To anyone staying at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Drive with a room rate other than the EGA-negotiated rate.
Change Fee: $30.00
The outstanding registration balance MUST be paid in full by Wednesday April 1, 2026.
FULL payment, including the $125 USD non-refundable deposit and any applicable kit fees, is required for any registration made on or after April 1, 2026 .
Questions? Email Pam Burke, Seminar Assistant Registrar at Registrar2026@egausa.org.
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2026 Seminar Classes and Virtual Classes
We will have a great selection of exciting classes at our 2026 seminar! Click the link below to see the seminar classes!
2026 Seminar Classes | Virtual Classes
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2026 Seminar Merchandise
Enhance your enjoyment of the 2026 Seminar with exclusive merchandise featuring the Wish Upon a Stitch logo!
Supplies are limited so don’t be disappointed. Download the order form and secure your items today.
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Schedule of Events
Please download the latest schedule of events below.
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Hotel Information
Welcome to our host hotel, The Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Fl 32819
Located minutes from major theme parks like Universal Orlando®, Walt Disney World® and SeaWorld Orlando®, grab a bite at one of five on-site restaurants or the 24-hour grab-and-go market, work out in a state-of-the-art fitness center or pamper yourself at the full-service hotel spa. Our International Drive location near Universal Studios makes it easy to enjoy it all – with shopping, dining and more than 100 entertainment options, all within a two-mile radius of the hotel. The hotel is located 12 miles from Orlando International Airport. If you drive, you have the option of valet or onsite self-parking. Self-parking for registered hotel guests will be 50% off the daily rate (38.00 as of October1, 2025) Day Attendees will get a 25% discount on daily self-parking. The I Ride Trolley runs down International Drive that takes to you many restaurants and activities if you need a break from the hotel.The hotel has double queen and king bedrooms. The great news is they have waived the daily resort fee for rooms in our block.
The daily hotel rate is for a single or double room is 189.00 a night, a triple room is 214.00 a night and a quad room is 239.00 a night. All rates are subject to a 13.625% tax and surcharge.
The rate is good for the following dates: October 4 to October 18, 2026
Please use this link to make your reservations: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/MCORO/G-EGAS
You may also make your reservations by phone at this number: (402) 593-5048. The group code is EGA 2026 You must mention that you are part of the EGA 2026 National Seminar to book the seminar rate.
You are not part of the hotel block for this event if you book any other way-The deadline for making reservations is Friday, September 18, 2026
A one-time facilities use fee of $430.00 will apply to all persons registered for two or more days of classes or as nonparticipants who do not stay at the Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Fl 32819 or to anyone staying at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Drive with a room rate other than the EGA-negotiated rate, unless the NSC Director approves alternate arrangements. This one-time fee applies because their stay will not be considered part of the seminar room block which contributes toward payment of the event and classroom space.
For your hotel dining pleasure:
Fiorenzo
Located in The Atrium on our lobby level, our fine dining Italian steakhouse features classically prepared dishes, an open-concept kitchen and a brick oven for specialty flatbreadsDescend 21
Discover our dynamic social and entertainment lounge featuring indoor and outdoor seating, Topgolf Swing Suites, pool tables, darts and multiple TVs with the latest sports action. (Tower 2, Level 1.)B-Line Diner
Our just-renovated diner is back with a new design and updated menu. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, B-Line Diner features an exhibition kitchen, decadent deli-style sandwiches and a variety of sumptuous homemade cakes, pastries and other desserts. (Tower 1, Lobby Level.)Market
Designed to meet all of your on-the-go needs, the Market has a wide variety of grab-and-go breakfast options, baked goods, signature sandwiches, salads, pizza and sushi—as well as Starbucks® coffee products, craft beer and wine. (Tower 1, Lobby Level.)Coconuts Poolside Bar & Grill
Pool Open until dusk, but hours may change due seasons.
Enjoy a fresh salad, sandwich or cocktail while unwinding by our beautiful Grotto Pool, with its lush greenery and waterfall. Stretch out in the sunshine, find a shaded umbrella table or indulge yourself with a private cabana. -
Pop-Up Shops - Vendor Information
Location
Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
Pop-up Shop Schedule
Saturday Oct 10: 11:30 am to 6 pm.
Sunday Oct 11: 9 am to 6 pm
Monday Oct 12: 9 am to 8:00 pm (this is the teacher merchandise event night so people will be out shopping later)
Tuesday, Oct 13: 9 am to 6 pm
Wednesday, Oct 14: 9 am to 1:30 pm
Booth Cost 10X10 booth space
Booth includes up to three 6-foot tables and two folding chairs.
- $150 for the first day.
- $75 for each additional day.
- Vendors may bring their own tables and display racks but please be aware it needs to fit in your assigned space.
Booth Cost 20 X10 booth space- we have a very limited number of these spaces
Booth includes up to six 6-foot tables and two folding chairs.
- $300 for the first day.
- $150 for each additional day.
- Vendors may bring their own tables and display racks but please be aware it needs to fit in your assigned space.
If you book a booth for the entire 5 days- your booth is at no charge on Wednesday, October 14th.
How to Reserve Your Space
Once you decide when you would like to have a booth, contact Deby Talley at 2026eganationalseminar@gmail.com to request a Vendor Contract. Please provide booth size requested, day(s) desired and if you need access to power (and let us know what the power is being used for). Once the contract is finalized and signed, your payment will be due no later than July 15, 2026.
Please note space is limited and all vendor booths will be awarded on a first come-first served basis.
Hotel Information
Vendors who wish to stay at the Hyatt Regency Hotel may take advantage of the Seminar rate by making reservations through this link: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/MCORO/G-EGAS or by calling : (402) 593-5048. The group code is EGA 2026 You must mention that you are part of the EGA 2026 National Seminar to book the seminar rate.
The seminar rate is $189.00, plus 13.625% state and local taxes per night. Rooms may have a king bed or two double beds. This rate is good for the following dates: October 9-October 15, 2026
To confirm a guest room reservation within the EGA seminar room block, the room must be secured with a valid credit card along with a first night’s deposit,
Hotel Address
Hyatt Regency Orlando
9801 international Drive
Orlando, Fl 32819
Phone: 407-284-1234Parking
The Hyatt Regency Orlando is pleased to offer seminar attendees a discounted on-site self-parking rate. Guests staying at the hotel will receive a 50% discount per day, while non-hotel guests attending the seminar will receive a 25% discount per day. The current self-parking rate is $45.00 per day. Valet parking is also available at $56.00 per vehicle, per day. Please note that all rates are subject to change.
Other Details
We ask each vendor to supply a door prize with a minimum value of $20. These prizes will be awarded during seminar at “Stitching Time”. The prize can be merchandise or a gift certificate.
Final payment is due July 15 2026.
The schedule above indicates when the shopping area will be open. Vendors can choose to be open during the entire time indicated or for shorter hours, if they wish.
Questions?
Please reach out to Deby Talley or Claire Nardone at 2026eganationalseminar@gmail.com
Thank you for your interest!
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2026 Wish Upon A Stitch Advertising rates for the Student Handbook
In 2026 we will have a printed handbook that will include all advertising, maps, and general information. The portion that will list the students and their classes will be online.
If you are interested in in placing an ad, please contact Stephanie Murphy at murfsmurf55@aol.com or Deby Talley at 2026eganationalseminar@gmail.com
The pricing in as follows:
- Back cover $400.00
- Inside front or back cover $300.00
- Full page $200.00
- Half page $100.00
- Quarter page $75.00
- Eighth page $50.00
All checks should be made payable to EGA National Seminar 2026
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Cancellation and Facilities Use Policies
Please download and read our policies regarding cancellations and facilities use.
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Questions? We’re here to help.
Deby Talley
2026 Seminar Chair
SeminarChair2026@egausa.orgFor information regarding registration please email Asst. Registrar Pam Burke at registrar2026@egausa.org.
For information about a class please email Dean of Faculty Gaye Smith at faculty2026@egausa.org.
