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Contacting EGA Headquarters and COVID-19:Update May 28, 2020
As Kentucky begins to reopen, EGA is also making plans to begin the journey towards normalcy. Beginning Monday, June 1st, the office will be staffed during the following hours: Monday – Wednesday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET; Thursday and Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM ET.
Due to an abundance of caution, there will still only be 1-2 people in the office on any given day, and the rest of the staff will continue to work from home. Please continue to be patient as we work to safely serve you, the members. We are hoping to resume full hours, staffing, and allow visitors beginning July 1st – please keep an eye on the website for further details. – Cynthia Welch, EGA Administrator(Link to share)
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EGA was excited to learn more about the beauty of samplers with Becky Noland and Sylvia Stecker, the two teachers leading Sampler University at National Seminar 2025: Needlework Faire in Dallas. Both Becky and Sylvia have immersed themselves in the world of samplers for some time, drawing inspiration from generations of stitched samplers and developing […]
Register Today: Online Studio Class Whitework Sampler with Janet Salerno
Registration is open for our Online Studio class Whitework Sampler with Janet Salerno! Try your hand at this counted thread technique and create a beautiful eight-band bell pull sampler. The two whitework techniques taught in this class are pulled thread and drawn thread. It is stitched on 28-count fabric with #8 and #12 pearl cotton. […]
Embroidery Techniques from Around the World: Suzhou
Technique: Suzhou (Su) Embroidery Place of Origin: Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China Earliest known date: 220 AD History: Suzhou, or Su Xiu (苏绣), embroidery, is one of the oldest embroidery techniques, originating in China more than two thousand years ago during the Three Kingdoms era (220-280 AD). Also known as Su embroidery, Suzhou utilizes split silk […]
May 2025 Stitch-a-long: Lovin’ Needlework
For our May 2025 stitch-a-long on Facebook we are working on Lovin’ Needlework a needlepoint design by EGA member Maria Perez of our Three Rivers Chapter. Here’s more about the design from Maria: “Hi, Friends! This is my original design for a beginner needlepoint heart that anyone can do! The heart is divided in several […]
Registration Closing Soon: Virtual Lecture on Erica Wilson’s Life in Stitches with Dr. Anne Hilker
Registration for our next virtual lecture Erica Wilson’s Life in Stitches with Dr. Anne Hilker is open to EGA members through May 8, 2025 1PM Eastern. Not an EGA member yet? This is the perfect time to join one of our chapters or as a member at-large and participate in all the educational offerings EGA […]
Chapter News: Monmouth Chapter’s Class with Gail Stafford and Aiken Stitchin’ Belles Classes with Kim Sanders
Today we are bringing you news from the Monmouth Chapter in New Jersey and the Aiken Stitchin’ Belles Chapter in South Carolina. We encourage you to learn more about them by clicking on their name. Now you can join or renew your membership with our chapters directly from our website!
Video: See the 2025 EGA Semi-Annual Update featuring reports on Education, Marketing and more
Our 2025 virtual semi-annual update took place in April of 2025. During this update, national EGA leadership presented reports on ongoing initiatives, shared news, and answered member questions. Having trouble seeing the video? Watch on Youtube!
Community Spotlight: on Kay Stanis: Engaging the Viewer with Multi-Dimensional Designs
For this month’s Community Spotlight we sat down with Kay Stanis, internationally known fiber artist, designer, Master Craftsman, and Certified and Graduate Certified EGA Teacher. Kay is a juried member of EGA’s Fiber Forum and has taught at EGA’s National Seminars, and her current correspondence course, Jacobean Fantasy, is available as a GCC Lightning Round […]
EGA’s Guide to Embroidery Needles
Having the right embroidery needle is an essential factor for a successful embroidery project. There are almost as many types of needle as there are types of embroidery. Choosing the wrong needle for your desired project and fabric type can lead to snagged thread and ruined fabrics, so don’t overlook the importance of your embroidery […]
Deadlines Approaching: Nominate a Member to the Gold Thread Awards and Apply for the Penny Evans Memorial Scholarship
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Register Today: Virtual Lecture on Artificial Intelligence (AI) In the Embroidery Community with Anne Marie Oliver
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Register Today: Swirling Tulips with Gail Stafford
Registration is open for our Online Studio class Swirling Tulips with Gail Stafford! Stylized tulips and Florentine embroidery (Bargello) combine to create this design. Notice how your eyes naturally follow a path of circular motion as you view the needlework. The design is shown in a blue-green and and blue color combination, but participants may […]
April 2025 Stitch-a-long: Silk Ribbon Embroidered Needlecase
For our April 2025 stitch-a-long on Facebook we are working on a Silk Ribbon Embroidered Needlecase project by EGA member Karen Matze. Here’s more about the designer from stitch-a-long admin Stephanie Murphy: “Karen Matze is a mixed media textile artist located in Northeast Wisconsin and member of our Green Bay Area Chapter. She loves to […]
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Interview with Anne Marie Oliver: The Negative Impact of AI in the Embroidery Community
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Fiber Forum Invites You to a Lecture with Lisa Kokin – Limited Seats Available
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Community Spotlight: Harriet Alonso and Women’s History in Stitches
Happy Women’s History Month! This month EGA is excited to highlight the works of Harriet Alonso, member of our Manhattan Chapter, historian, artist, and activist whose embroidery pieces and wonderful “Look Her Up” series encourage viewers to learn more about important crusaders and role models in the equal rights and social justice movements. Harriet has […]
Registration for our April 2025 Growing Your Connection Webinar: Petite Projects Galore is Now Open!
Register for our next Growing Your Connection webinar (formerly Growing Your Chapter) on Saturday, April 5 at 1:00 PM eastern where the topic will be Petite Projects Galore! Are you an individual who wants to understand what more EGA has to offer besides Needle Arts magazine? Or are you part of a Chapter looking for […]
Interview with Melinda Sherbring: Past, Present & Future of Historical Embroidery
For our latest interview in our Teacher Interview Series we sat down with Melinda Sherbring for a fascinating look into the past, present and future of historical embroidery. Melinda is a frequent teacher at EGA national, regional and chapter events and her group correspondence course Sweet Bag Sewed of Silver and Gold is available for […]