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Class 201: Star Dance (Encore)
Teacher: Margaret Bendig
Star Dance is a study in the difference in the use of a single color using different threads, stitches, direction of stitches, and the reflection of light to create. The original is stitched with Soie d’Alger silk and some specialty threads. The center star is a revolving set of patterns with metallic threads to add to the definition of the stitches. The background of the design is composed of many different star patterns using two values of blue silk with the addition white Sparkle Rays. This slice of the sky reminds me of the early morning sky along the central West Coast as the dawn is breaking and the stars are beginning to fade into the day.
Kit contents:
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All threads needed to complete the design
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Line drawn canvas in student’s choice of count
Student provides:
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Usual stitching tools, including laying tool
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2 pairs of stretcher bars 15” for 18 count, 14” for congress cloth); tacks to attach canvas
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Counted canvas
Proficiency level: Intermediate
Pre-work: None
Kit cost:
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$170.00 – 18 count with silk
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$120.00 – 18 count with floss
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$155.00 – 24 count with silk
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$90.00 – 24 count with floss
Class 202: Wrapper Bracelet
Teacher: Barbara Ellis
Create this beaded 3-wrap bracelet featuring name or any custom message as the focal point. The bracelet is a strap style that has several sections of various beading styles, including peyote, herringbone, and right angle weave. Each kit will be hand selected with complementary seed and accent beads. Size is adjustable.
Kit contents:
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All seed beads and accent beads to complete the design
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Complete instructions
Student provides:
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Usual stitching tools, including bead mat, beading thread, and needles
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Off-loom beadwork
Design area: Size can be adjusted to wrist size
Proficiency level: Intermediate
Pre-work: None
Kit cost: $75.00
Class 203: Stitches Preserved Recipe Box (Encore)
Teacher: Fern Ridge Collections
Pat Cherry & Peggy Tipton
A beautiful wooden recipe box will be filled with 12 stitched recipe cards. The recipe for each card will feature a different stitch. The cards are 28 count linen with cotton quilt fabric for the back of the cards. All cards are stitched with silk threads and enhanced with beads, buttons or charm. The class will be fun and hopefully you will learn a different way of finishing.
Kit contents:
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Custom made wooden recipe box
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3-ring binder with all stitch guides and complete instructions
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All silk threads to complete the designs
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28 count linen
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Cotton quilt fabric for backing
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Embellishments (beads, buttons, charms)
Student provides:
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Counted thread
Design area: Stitch cards are approx. 3”x5”
Proficiency level: Intermediate
Pre-work: None
Kit cost: $140.00
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Class 204: Finishing a Stand-up Figure and a Mini Pillow
Teacher: Kim Hollifield
During day one of this class, participants will learn the tricks and tips of making a small pillow. Many types of pillows will be available for examples. Different types of trims and fabrics all will be discussed. Day Two will focus on making a small weighted stand-up figure with a twisted cord trim. This finishing class does involve using a sewing machine.
Kit contents:
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Pins
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Stuffing tool
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Complete instructions
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All class participants will share access to other materials needed to complete their small pillows and stand-up figures such as premium stuffing, backing fabrics, trims, and tools.
Student provides:
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Small cross stitch or needlepoint piece (6”x6” or smaller) for the pillow
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Piece intended to be a stand-up figure (4”x6” or smaller)
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Fabric scissors, rotary cutter and mat (if desired)
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Usual sewing tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Finishing
Design area: N/A
Proficiency level: Experience using a sewing machine is required
Pre-work: Stitched pieces for finishing
Kit cost: $90.00
Class 205: Spool of Stitches (Encore)
Teacher: Dawn Fisher
This is a unique sampler with a different stitch for each letter of the alphabet starting with Algerian Eyelet and ending with Zigzag Stitch! The project stitches up quickly with easy finishing. The sampler is rolled around a wooden spool and tied with a ribbon. This is a counted thread class for the intermediate stitcher. The kit includes 27 ct. 2-inch wide pre-finished linen banding, Sulky 12 wt. Cotton Petites in your choice of colorway, silk ribbon, hand-turned wooden spool, and lovely button.
Kit contents:
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27 count 2-inch wide pre-finished linen banding
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Sulky 12 wt. Cotton Petites in your choice of colorway (Most Popular Color Collection, Favorites Sampler Collection, Hawaiian Tropics Collection or Garden Party Collection)
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Silk ribbon
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Hand-turned wooden spool
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Button for finishing
Student provides:
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Counted thread
Design area: 2” wide banding (approx. 1 yard)
Proficiency level: Intermediate
Pre-work: None
Kit cost: $90.00
Class 206: Winter Fire (Poinsettia) (Encore)
Teacher: Jennifer Riefenberg
Poinsettia shows off the fiery warmth of the red winter flower. A sampler of stitches (33!), each petal of the flowers features a different stitch, making this a fun finish. Threads used are predominantly silk with a bit of metallic and cotton floss accents for an elegant edition to your décor. The elegant open-canvas background adds a delicate contrast to the bold flowers.
Kit contents:
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18 count White Mono Canvas (12”x14”) (line drawn)
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All threads needed to complete the design (Soie d’Alger silk, Caron Soie Cristale, Needlepoint Inc. Silk, Silk Lamé, Soie d’Alger metallic, DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works floss)
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Seed beads
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Pair of 12” stretcher bars; pair of 14” stretcher bars; tacks to attach canvas
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Canvas
Design area: 7.5”x10”
Proficiency level: Intermediate
Pre-work: None
Kit cost: $130.00
Class 101: Cat, Hat, & Kicks Frame Weight and Scissors Fob (Encore)
Teacher: Margaret Bendig
Add a little Halloween cheer to your collection of frame weights and scissors fobs with Cats, Hats & Kicks! This duo is a great introduction for the beginning canvas stitcher. Simple counted canvas stitches compose the little frame weight. The Hat scissors fob is a quick stitch. The finishing directions for both pieces are included in the instructions and will be discussed in class. The pre-work is the Smyrna cross frame for the weight and will allow us to jump right in and start the fun. The advanced stitcher will enjoy the patterns and find this a fairly fast project. We will have a fun day of stitching - come join us!
Kit contents:
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All threads to complete the design (including Kreinik braids, Rainbow Gallery Soft Sheen Fyre Werks, DMC and Anchor floss)
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18 count canvas
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Metal ingot for frame weight
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Complete instructions, including finishing tips
Student supplies:
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Usual stitching tools, including laying tool
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Stretcher bars (2 pairs of 10” bars, 1 pair of 8” bars, 1 pair of 6” bars); tacks to attach canvas pieces
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Counted canvas
Design area: Frame weight – 2-1/2”x1”; Hat - 3-1/4”x2”
Proficiency level: Basic (must be able to read charts)
Pre-work: A few hours to stitch outline for frame weight
Kit cost: $94.00
Class 102: Radiance Earrings
Teacher: Barbara Ellis
Create these beaded earrings combining brick and square stitch techniques. Earrings are created in three separate pieces and then stitched together to form the elegant shaped detail. Once the shape is achieved, additional beads are added for the accent drops and the earrings are attached to ear wires.
Kit contents:
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All beads required to complete the design
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Usual stitching tools, including bead mat, beading thread, and needles
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Beading
Design area:
Proficiency level: Intermediate
Pre-work: None
Kit cost: $55.00
Class 103: Embroidering the Night Sky Fob
Teacher: Fern Ridge Collections
Peggy Tipton & Pat Cherry
During this class, you will learn the two needle beading method for the peyote stitch. This beautiful beaded scissor fob uses Miyuki glass Delica beads to complete the body of the fob. The fringe will consist of specialty beads, mother-of-pearl star beads, and crystals. The gold star charms will be stitched onto the body of the fob. A golden needle will be included to hang from the night sky.
Kit contents:
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All Delica beads, specialty beads, and other embellishments required to complete the design
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Beading thread and needles
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Usual stitching tools, including bead mat
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Beading (peyote)
Design area: Approx. 1”x4”
Proficiency level: All levels
Pre-work: None
Kit cost: $40.00
Class 104: Finishing an Open Mini Stocking
Teacher: Kim Hollifield
This one day class will teach the participant how to make an open mini stocking. One, two and three color cording will be taught as well as types of fabrics optimal for finishing a small stocking. The student will need to bring a cross stitch or needlepoint stocking to class that is 6" or smaller. Experience using a sewing machine is required for this finishing class. Kit fee: $45
Kit contents:
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Turning tool
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Marking pen
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Pins
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Complete directions
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All class participants will share access to other needed materials to complete their small open stocking such as stabilizer, fabric, floss for cording, and other tools.
Student supplies:
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Stitched cross stitch or needlepoint stocking that is 6” or smaller
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Fabric scissors, rotary cutter and mat (if desired), usual sewing supplies
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Finishing
Design area: 6” or smaller
Proficiency: Experience with a sewing machine is required
Pre-work: Provide a stitched stocking
Kit cost: $45.00
Class 105: Grandma’s Button Box (Encore)
Teacher: Dawn Fisher
During this fun class, you will learn how to attach vintage buttons using a variety of stitches. No sewing is required as the piece is mounted on a candy box! The top of the box is about 6” x 9”. Also included is pre-finished banding to wrap around the box.
Kit contents:
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28 count linen
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18 count banding
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Sulky 12 wt. thread
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Vintage buttons
Student supplies:
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Whitman’s 10 ounce chocolate box (cost approx. $12-$14) (Student does not need to purchase the box before the class.)
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Usual stitching supplies
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Counted thread
Design area: 6”x9” (top of box)
Proficiency level: Intermediate
Pre-work: A few hours of pre-work are required.
Kit cost: $90.00
Class 106: Autumn Sampler (Encore)
Teacher: Jennifer Riefenberg
Autumn colors creep out in the warm greens and red/oranges – those coppery accents of the fall season. This design is a seasonal sampler of stitches using overdyed and solid threads in a limited palette. It is a quick project to complete. The design also uses Painters Threads gimp to create a focal point and beads to add a hint of sparkle.
Kit contents:
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18 count Ivory Mono Canvas (9”x9”) (partially line drawn)
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All threads to complete the design (DMC flosses, ThreadworX overdyed floss, Painters Thread gimp)
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Seed beads
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Two pairs of 9” stretcher bars, tacks for attaching canvas
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Canvas
Design area: 5”x5”
Proficiency level:
Pre-work: None
Kit cost: $40.00
Mini Classes August 12
Mini Class 501: Mini Mesh Project Bag
Teacher: Kathy Fielder
3-4:30 p.m.
Personalize this handy mini mesh project bag with a festive cross stitch design! Create a beautiful, stitched zipper bag that will be useful for years to come.
Kit contents:
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Mini mesh project bag (9”x6.5”)
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All perle cottons to complete the design
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Tapestry needle
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Cross stitch
Design area: 9”x6.5” (size of bag)
Proficiency level: All levels
Pre-work: None
Class cost: $50.00 includes Kit
Mini Class 502: Beginner Peyote Fob
Teacher: Sharon Davis
5:30-7 p.m.
Learn about even count peyote beading from start to finish. Learn about the supplies needed, how to start a project, and how to read both picture and word graphs.
Kit contents:
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Delica beads size 11
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Star dangle and cell phone cord
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Beading needles (long and short)
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Thread spool
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Bead mat and bead scoop
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Beading (even count peyote)
Design area: 3/4”x2-1/4” (beading area)
Proficiency level: Beginner
Pre-work: None
Class cost: $50.00 includes Kit
Mini Class 503: Mini Pumpkin Sampler
Teacher: Mary Waldsmith
5:30-7 p.m.
Create a cute Halloween ornament for your October decorating pleasure! The Mini Pumpkin Sampler is an easy way to learn simple counted needlepoint stitches on bright orange canvas, including some open canvas areas. Stitches include satin, cashmere, Scotch, mosaic, and continental.
Kit contents:
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18 count Bright Orange Mono Canvas (8”x10”)
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All threads to complete the design (Caron Collection Watercolors and Impressions, Rainbow Gallery Silk Lamé 18, DMC Perle Cotton 5)
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Pair of 8” stretcher bars, pair of 10” stretcher bars, tacks to attach canvas
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Usual stitching tools, including size 20 tapestry needle(s)
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Counted canvas
Design area: 3”x6”
Proficiency level: Basic Intermediate (ability to follow needlepoint graphs, stitch diagonally, and work on small open canvas areas)
Pre-work: None
Class cost: $50.00 includes Kit
Virtual Classes
Mini Class 504: Stitching to the Stars Bracelet
Teacher: Cyndi Scott
7-8:30 p.m.
Make a beaded bracelet that will sparkle like the stars in the night sky. Finish it with a rhinestone star charm to show others what a Star you are!
Kit contents:
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All beads, crystals, and clasps necessary to complete the design
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Beading thread and needle
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Rhinestone star charm
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Usual stitching tools, including beading mat, if desired
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Bead stringing
Design area: Length will be fitted to your wrist
Proficiency level: All levels
Pre-work: None
Class cost: $50.00 includes Kit
Mini Class 505: Mini Mesh Project Bag
Teacher: Kathy Fielder
7-8:30 p.m.
Personalize this handy mini mesh project bag with a festive cross stitch design! Create a beautiful, stitched zipper bag that will be useful for years to come.
Kit contents:
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Mini mesh project bag (9”x6.5”)
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All perle cottons to complete the design
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Tapestry needle
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Complete instructions
Student supplies:
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Cross stitch
Design area: 9”x6.5” (size of bag)
Proficiency level: Basic
Pre-work: All levels
Class cost: $50.00 includes Kit
Class 401: Lotus Drop (Encore)
Teacher: Terry Bay
The Lotus Drop is a teeny tiny Lotus Box flipped upside down and made into an ornament. You can keep it as a little Lotus Box, or add a cord and charm to make it an ornament. This little charmer is just two inches square when flat. The Lotus Drop is based on stitches used in Ukrainian Whitework such as satin, double cable, and eyelets, and includes a bit of pulled thread work, too. The finishing is super simple using only backstitch and whipstitch. This class is ideal for any stitcher. It can be taken to learn new skills, or add new techniques to the skills you already have. This class will give you time to work all of the stitches needed to make your own Lotus Drop.
Kit contents:
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All threads and linen to complete the design
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Complete instructions, including finishing tips
Student provides:
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Ukrainian Whitework
Proficiency level: Basic
Pre-work: None
Kit cost: $55.00
Class date(s):
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First class session – June 10, 2026
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Second class session- June 24, 2026
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Classes will consist of video instruction posted online
Registration deadline: April 30, 2026
Class 402: Heart of Gold Scissors Fob (Encore)
Teacher: Sandie Cormaci-Boles
The Heart of Gold Scissors Fob is stitched on 18 count mono canvas using gold silk, Kreinik metallic braid, Glisten, glass beads and a gold topaz heart. Techniques include Chinese rice stitch, upright cross, bead attachment, slanted straight stitch, backstitch, satin diamond, and finishing. The finished design size is a 4” square. Enjoy stitching this fun piece with a variety of lovely threads and beads!
Kit contents:
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18 count Mono Canvas
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All threads to complete the design (silk, Kreinik metallic braid, Glisten)
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Seed beads and gold topaz heart
Student provides:
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Two pairs of stretcher bars; tacks to attach canvas
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Canvas
Design area: 4”x4”
Proficiency level: Intermediate
Pre-work: None
Kit cost:
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$55.00
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$65.00 with scissors
Class dates: Three lessons a week apart; lessons will be emailed to students beginning on 9/8/2026.
Class 403: Helen Henderson – 1816 Scottish Sampler (Encore)
Teacher: Robin Laukhuf
Enjoy stitching a beautiful piece of history with this reproduction of a Scottish sampler from the early 19th century. Learn about the traditions of Scottish samplers while creating your own masterpiece.
Kit contents:
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Linen in selected count (36 or 40 count)
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All selected threads to complete the design (silk or overdyed cotton)
Student provides:
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Usual stitching tools
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Battery powered lighting and magnification, if needed
Technique: Counted thread on linen
Pre-work: None
Kit cost:
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$161.95 – 40 count linen + silk threads
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$127.95 – 40 count linen + Weeks Dye Works cotton threads
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$169.95 – 36 count linen + silk threads
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$130.95 – 36 count linen + Weeks Dye Works cotton threads
Class date: Zoom class will be held on June 20, 2026. NOTE: The Zoom session will NOT be recorded.
Registration deadline: January 31, 2026
Please note that kit fees are subject to change. Due to fluctuating costs related to tariffs and material availability, the final price of kits may vary. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we strive to provide the highest quality materials for your class experience.
