Needlework Events
For those with a passion for needlework, attending an EGA event can be one of the most rewarding and inspiring experiences you can have. There are embroidery events for learning, showcasing, and just marveling at the art others produce. If you’ve never been to an EGA event, go. If you have, we know you’ll be back. In the meantime, have a look at what’s coming your way.
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National Seminar Central
National Seminar 2025
Needlework Faire
Dallas, TXNovember 12-16, 2025
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National Seminar 2026
Wish Upon a Stitch
Orlando, FLOctober 9 – 14, 2026
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Lectures on culturally diverse embroidery techniques and textile traditions.
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Virtual Lecture Series
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More information about our National Exhibit.
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Through the Needle's Eye
Embroidered Art Exhibit
National Seminar 2020
Boston Stitch Party
Boston, MASeptember 4-8, 2020
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National Seminar 2021
The Magnificent Stitch
Chicago, ILSeptember 1-5, 2021
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National Seminar 2022
Hosted by our Metropolitan Region
New York, NYAugust 24-28, 2022
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This butterfly, ready to use as a brooch or hair adornment, is stitched with traditional goldwork techniques-but with a modern twist. Techniques covered include couching pearl purl and gilt twist, chipwork, application of crystals, and cutting and finishing the piece. Schedule: Jan 8 - Feb 26, 2025
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Jessie Catherine Kinsley invented an artform that used discarded dresses and fabric to create gigantic braided mosaics that depicted scenes from literature, scripture, nature, and history. Live Lecture Registration: September 16 - October 17, 2024 1PM Eastern
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Join us for several virtual stitch-ins and a special presentation on America’s Tapestry by Stefan Romero.
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Learn how to handle traditional silks known as flat or filament silks, which are untwisted. Stitch silk shading (long and short stitch), satin stitch and stem stitch to create splashes of color amongst the gold. Schedule: April 2 - May 21, 2025.
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In this 50-minute talk we will be introduced to the exciting world of early medieval embroidery in England. We will learn about the fibres used to make the thread and the stitches used to create motifs. Registration: October 21 - November 7, 2025
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Get ahead of the fashion scene and restore your soul as you take time to mend, meditate, stitch, and recycle in this 5-day online workshop with artist Rosalie Dace. This event is not sponsored by EGA. For registration and further information please visit the link.
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In this lecture, Celeste describes her journey as she explored combining embroidery with book art techniques for the National Academy of Needle Arts Teacher Cum Laude program. Registration: November 18 - December 13, 2024 1PM Eastern
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The Legacy Scholarship was established by the EGA Board of Directors to fund the study of the art of embroidery and the preservation of the heritage of the art of embroidery. Visit the Scholarships & Awards page to learn more.
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The Red Dress project, conceived by British artist Kirstie Macleod, provides an artistic platform for individuals (majority women) around the world, many of whom are vulnerable and live in poverty, to tell their story through embroidery. Registration: December 16, 2024 - January 24, 2025
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EGA celebrates needle arts by hosting a Stitch-In-Public Day in February each year. The primary focus of Stitching-In-Public is to share our passion for needle arts with the public by demonstrating our talents.
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The Mary-Dick Digges Scholarship Fund was established in 2001 to provide scholarships to EGA members for the study of surface embroidery. Visit the Scholarships & Awards page to learn more.
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March 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025Woodlawn & Pope-Leighey House
9000 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 22309This year's show will recognize the 50th anniversary of Nelly's Needlers, a volunteer organization whose mission is to further appreciation of the needlearts. Now accepting entries. This event is not sponsored by EGA. For registration and further information please visit the link.
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March 11, 2025 - March 13, 2025St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (Ballroom),
625 111th Ave N,
Naples, FLThe Naples Chapter (Neapolitan) is proud to present our Biennial Exhibit, The Art of Needlework. For more info see our website embroiderynaples.org or contact sewlady52@gmail.com.
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Come join Sun Region members as we prepare for the 2026 National Seminar, Wish Upon a Stitch, while stitching and visiting with friends old and new.
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April 26, 2025 - April 27, 2025Courtyard by Marriott – Montvale
100 Chestnut Ridge Road
Montvale NJ, 07645The Metropolitan Region is pleased to announce Stitching at the MET Gala 2025. This event will be held at the Montvale Courtyard Marriott Hotel, 100 Chestnut Ridge Road, Montvale, NJ, 07645, on Saturday and Sunday, April 26 and 27, 2025.
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With teacher Hanny Newton from the UK! Registration opens for all EGA members Saturday September 1. Registrations are accepted no earlier than 9:00am Central time. At this time the class is full but historically, a number of people are cleared from the waiting list each year.
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The Show-Me Stitchers chapter of EGA invites you to their 2025 region seminar.
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The Penny Evans Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Penny Evans. This is an annual scholarship to be awarded to EGA members for an embroidery class, study project, or similar educational offering. Visit the Scholarships & Awards page to learn more.
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The annual awards recognize outstanding individuals who have given freely of their time and talents, and best exemplify EGA’s purpose. Visit the Scholarships & Awards page to learn more.
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Great Lakes Region Spring Retreat: Friends ‘N Stitches
May 2, 2025 - May 4, 2025Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center
Kent, OHThe Great Lakes Region is pleased to announce that the Three Rivers Chapter will be hosting the Region’s Friends ‘N Stitches Spring Retreat May 2, 3 & 4, 2025 (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) at the Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center. More details to follow!
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The Education Department of the EGA established the Research Fellowship Program to promote research at the highest level in all areas of embroidery and allied textile arts, and more. Visit the Scholarships & Awards page to learn more.
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The Embroiderers’ Guild of America South Central Region Seminar 2025 will be hosted by the Ft. Worth Chapter at the Double Tree Inn in Fort Worth on June 12-14, 2025.
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The Mid-Atlantic Region of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America will hold its 2025 Seminar, Stitching and Sowing Friendships, from June 18-25, 2025 at the Aspire Hotel & Suites, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
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The Tennessee Valley Region of EGA will hold its 2025 Seminar from June 20 to June 22, 2025 at the Whispering Woods Hotel and Conference Center in Olive Branch, Mississippi. Now calling for teaching proposals!
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Come join us for fun on California’s Central Coast. We will stitch, eat, go to the beach, shop and take advantage of everything the Central Coast has to offer such as wine tasting, jeep trips, hiking, sun bathing and public gardens.
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This award is presented to an EGA member who has “gone outside the box” with an original piece of needlework that shows personal growth and artistic merit. Visit the Scholarships & Awards page to learn more.
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The South Central Region of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America will host the 2025 EGA National Seminar at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas, Texas, November 12-16, 2025. Registration opens September 10, 2024 at Noon Eastern time.
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Now calling for teaching proposals! The Embroiderers’ Guild of America will host the 2026 EGA National Seminar in Orlando, Florida, at the Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Florida October 9 – 14, 2026.
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