Welcome to the New England Region of
The Embroiderers' Guild of America
Join us for community. artistry. embroidery. education. workshops. lectures. classes. celebrations.
About Us
The New England Region (NER) is part of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization. The mission of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and celebration of its heritage. We provide educational resources for all skill levels, host engaging events that highlight our craft, and foster a community that celebrates creativity.
Ongoing Events
America 250 Stitch-a-Long
Join our year-long event!
All EGA members in the New England Region are invited to participate in a recognition of our nation’s semiquincentennial – the NER America 250 Stitch-a-Long.
Click the button below to learn more and discover how you can participate!
PHD Stitch-Ins
ONLINE: Every month via Zoom!
Join our BRAND NEW online PHD (project half-done) Stitch-Ins! Bring your work-in-progress and a cup of tea. These informal sessions are intended to give members time and space to socialize, ask questions, and (hopefully, finally) complete their project.
Click the button below to see the schedule and access the Zoom meeting rooms.
Region Events
Region Day '26
September 19th, 2026
Save the date for the New England Region’s 2026 Region Day!
This year, we’re going virtual! Attend via Zoom from the comfort of your favorite stitching chair!
Registration is now open!
Click the button below to see the schedule and learn how to register. Act fast! This virtual event is limited to 100 attendees!
Region Seminar '27
May 13-16th, 2027
Mark your calendars! The New England Region is thrilled to announce that our 2027 Region Seminar will be held at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington in South Burlington, Vermont on May 13-16th, 2027.
The schedule is now available!
Click the button below to visit our Seminar Central page, where you can find all information related to NER Region Seminar.
Latest Posts
Meet Ellen Thompson
Ellen is the Project Manager for the Vermont Sampler Initiative. Working with local museums, historical societies, and private families, the project preserves the rich history
Meet Janet Salerno
Janet is a member of the Susquehanna Chapter in the EGA Mid Atlantic Region. She is a certified teacher and master craftsman in counted thread.
Meet Canby Robertson
Canby Robertson is a renowned textile artist, master designer, and life member of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America. She is widely recognized as one of
Meet Tricia Wilson Nguyen
Dr. Tricia Wilson Nguyen, owner of Thistle Threads, been embroidering – “building with a needle” -since she was four years old. She attended MIT, earning
Meet Salley Mavor
Salley is the talent behind Wee Folk Studio. For over 45 years, she has created 3-dimensional hand-stitched miniature worlds that range from precious to poignant
Meet Jane Masenas
Jane is a member of the EGA Green Mountain Chapter in Essex, Vermont. She has been stitching since elementary school. She has been also quilting