Class Number: 301 Teachers: Jo Hopper & Eula Malson Class: Fast and Fun Finishing (Encore)
Fast & Fun Finishing is a demonstration, discussion, and hands-on class covering finishing tips and techniques for non-framed items (round, square, sphere and standing figure) to complement without overwhelming your needlepoint. Explore the do's and don'ts for selection of fabrics and trims. Learn finishing techniques, including the use of pins, adhesives, machine stitching and hand sewing. Fast & Fun Finishing includes a brief overview by a certified judge on the importance of the finishing methods used for non-framed items when entering a judged competition. Kit includes four demo canvases, fabric, trim, batting, finishing form, finishing stand, Styrofoam egg/ball, threads, and miscellaneous supplies to be used in class.
Bring: Usual stitching supplies
Proficiency Level: All
Kit Fee: $50.00

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Class Number: 302 Teacher: Carole Lake Class: Stash Attack
This class is intended for the student who feels overwhelmed by the number of WIP's in her closet (WIP=Work in Progress). But this isn't just Studio Time. This is Intervention Time! How many projects do you have that you're stuck on? It could be: a class project for which you can't figure out the directions a charted project to which you want to make changes a painted canvas where you can't decide how to do the beard a project of your own design with color issues a project that needs a lift with new threads a project with an 'unfixable' problem: can this piece be saved? a painted canvas that you just don't know how to start a background that just isn't working In this intense class, we will concentrate on getting projects on track for completion. Students may bring one or as many unfinished projects as they want. Stitching will be done in class. The teacher's task is to work individually through demonstration and brainstorming with each student to provide a solution to each problem project.
Bring: Unfinished project(s), B&W photocopies or the unfinished project for planning, pencil with eraser, 4 or 5 squares per inch gridded tablet, colored pencils, usual stitching supplies stitch book relevant to your technique(s).
Proficiency Level: All
Kit Fee: None

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Class Number: 303 Teacher: Betty Chen Louis Class: Betty Chen Louis Revisited
Spend three days with us at the Hilton Arlington and experience the 3 R's - REVISIT, REVIEW with, and be RE-INSPIRED by Betty Chen Louis. Bring any unfinished piece from a previous Betty Chen Louis workshop and get reconnected with personalized attention from Betty. In addition, experience first-hand the effects of design and color theory in the context of various pieces and compositions.
Bring: Previous Betty Chen Louis Workshop Piece(s)
Proficiency Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Lab Fee: $20.00

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Class Number: 304 Teacher: Anthony Minieri Class: It's Tony Time!
How many times have you picked up an unfinished piece after a class and said to yourself "Wish I had another couple of days with this teacher, so I could get more questions answered or revisit some area?" Well now you will have the chance with "It's Tony Time". Bring any design that you have previously studied with Tony and he will be there to answer your questions and help you with further studies for the design. Of course you can bring more than one piece, if you choose. During the 3 days, Tony will be presenting some exercises in stitches, perspective and texture, so he encourages you to bring a doodle canvas ( 12" x 12" ) and some threads you enjoy using.
Bring: Previous Tony Minieri piece, usual stitching supplies
Proficiency Level: Appropriate to your piece(s)
Kit Fee: None

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Class Number: 305 Teacher: Sandra Reddell Class: Get Ready, Get Start, Finish!
Bring your unfinished class project, painted canvas, or any other work in progress to class and let Sandra Reddell help you with threads, stitches and techniques. Sandra has been traveling and teaching canvas, multi-media and surface embroidery since 1981, and has an arsenal of tips and tricks for making it all easier. Her realistic animals and highly dimensional projects are her trade-mark. Let Sandra help you get an unfinished project FINISHED! It WILL be FUN!
Bring: Any unfinished project. Usual stitching supplies and a Happy Attitude for Learning!
Proficiency Level: Appropriate to your piece(s)
Kit Fee: None

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Class Number: 306 Teacher: Gay Ann Rogers Class: Gay Ann In Orbit
Bring UFO's of Gay Ann's to class for a lot of stitching and a lot of good humor! Gay Ann will review techniques as people wish and fill the days with encouragement, jokes and hopefully cookies and candy. Along the way look for a bit of information on antique sewing tools, old lace, and whitework, as well as a couple of previews of coming projects.
Bring: Unfinished Gay Ann project(s)
Proficiency Level: Appropriate to your piece(s)
Kit Fee: None

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Class Number: 307 Teacher: Joan Thomasson Class: Joan to the Rescue
Do you have unstitched bear parts, unfinished Russian Fairy Tales or Angels, Jesters, or Santas still neatly packaged in "Collector's condition?" Need help with the string trees, stitch selection, hair, faces, or costumes? Join Joan for studio time stitching or consultations on any of her or other projects you'd like some input on. Try some new composite stitches for unique backgrounds, dimensional techniques for landscapes, and much more ...or simply get some of those projects completed in a casually, supportive environment.
Bring: Projects in any stage from any designer, usual stitching supplies, notepad and pen.
Proficiency Level: Appropriate to your piece(s)
Kit Fee: None

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Class Number: 308 Teacher: John Waddell Class: Frolic to the Finish
The class is a needlepoint class and there will be one rule - "if it is not fun it is not needlepoint." We will work with individual student's needs and problems with needlepoint projects. This class is focused at the students getting a better understanding of the process of choosing stitches, threads, colors and textural needs. A rotation system will be developed to address individual needs and concerns of the students. Threads will not be provided with the class but students are encouraged to bring possible thread choices they are considering and we will utilize the seminar shop for thread options.
Bring: Needlepoint canvas
Proficiency Level: Appropriate to your piece(s)
Kit Fee: None

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