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  • Reminder: Stitch-in-Public Events This Weekend

    Reminder: Stitch-in-Public Events This Weekend

    Join us February 6th and 7th at any of the New England Region’s Stitch-in-Public events!

    February 6th Events

    – VERMONT –

    LOCATION: Leo & Company
    ADDRESS: 21 Essex Way, Suite 418 | Essex, VT 05452
    TIME: 9 am
    HOSTED BY: Green Mountain
    ORGANIZER: Mary Ann Kittinger

    February 7th Events

    – Maine –

    LOCATION: Wild Oats Bakery & Cafe (Dining Area)
    ADDRESS: 166 Admiral Fitch Ave | Brunswick, ME 04011
    TIME: 9 am – 11 am
    HOSTED BY: SoME
    ORGANIZERS: Carol Fitzgerald and Laurie Ann Sims

    LOCATION: Paul J. Schumpf Art Center
    ADDRESS: 93 Main St | Waterville, ME 04901
    TIME: 10 am – 2 pm
    HOSTED BY: SoME
    ORGANIZER: Sherry Cochran

    – New Hampshire –

    LOCATION: East Kingston Public Library
    ADDRESS: 47 Maplevale Rd | East Kingston, NH 03827
    TIME: 10 am – 12:30 pm
    HOSTED BY: SoME
    ORGANIZERS: Vicki Brown & Connie Small

  • NER EGA America 250 Stitch-a-Long

    NER EGA America 250 Stitch-a-Long

    Our nation is celebrating its semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence – in 2026.

    The NER Education Committee invites all members to participate in this historic celebration by stitching a piece that represents what this significant anniversary means to you. It could be a patriotic or historical design, something in red/white/blue, a quote, a sampler that is meaningful to you, a family tree – it’s up to you!

    We will have a special exhibit of finished pieces at the 2027 Region Seminar, followed by a “video parade” to share with other regions.

    The NER EGA America 250 Stitch-a-Long guidelines are simple:

    • Stitch any needlework project in your choice of technique, materials, and size.
    • Select a new project or complete a work-in-progress.
    • Create an original design, or choose a commercial design, commercial adaptation, class project, or “freebie” design.
    • Stitch on your own, incorporate into your chapter meetings, or form an informal group (in-person or virtual).

    Contact Deb Damrell with any questions about the NER America 250 Stitch-a-Long.

  • The Haystacks of Giverny with Katherine Diuguid

    The Haystacks of Giverny with Katherine Diuguid

    Join our Green Mountain chapter for a 2-day, in-person class taught by Katherine Diuguid!

    REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 1st, 2026
    Register soon! This class is limited to 25 students.

    HOSTED BY: Merrimack Valley
    EVENT DATES: May 13-14, 2026
    TIME: 9 am – 2 pm
    LOCATION: Holy Family Parish Hall
    ADDRESS: 28 Lincoln Street | Essex Junction, VT 05452
    ORGANIZER: Mary Ann Kittinger

    Receipt of payment is required to hold your place although we’d like to know that you are coming electronically.

    Only kit fees apply to this event! This class is supported by the proceeds of the 2024 National Seminar.

    KIT FEE (NON-MEMBERS): $150
    KIT FEE (NEW ENGLAND REGION MEMBERS): $130

    Send payment by check, made out to Green Mountain EGA, to:
    Patricia Byrd
    180 Julian Lane
    Jericho, VT 05465

    Register online here! Alternatively, you can download the registration form here.

  • 2026 Stitch-In-Public Events in New England

    2026 Stitch-In-Public Events in New England

    On February 6th and 7th, 2026, join the NER at any of the following Stich-In-Public events!

    The primary focus of stitching-in-public is to share our love of needle arts by demonstrating our talents with non-members and those who might be interested in joining us.

    These events are open to the public. We encourage you to attend an event near you to meet new friends and learn about hand embroidery.

    February 6th Events

    – VERMONT –

    LOCATION: Leo & Company
    ADDRESS: 21 Essex Way, Suite 418 | Essex, VT 05452
    TIME: 9 am
    HOSTED BY: Green Mountain
    ORGANIZER: Mary Ann Kittinger

    February 7th Events

    – Maine –

    LOCATION: Wild Oats Bakery & Cafe (Dining Area)
    ADDRESS: 166 Admiral Fitch Ave | Brunswick, ME 04011
    TIME: 9 am – 11 am
    HOSTED BY: SoME
    ORGANIZERS: Carol Fitzgerald and Laurie Ann Sims

    LOCATION: Paul J. Schumpf Art Center
    ADDRESS: 93 Main St | Waterville, ME 04901
    TIME: 10 am – 2 pm
    HOSTED BY: SoME
    ORGANIZER: Sherry Cochran

    – New Hampshire –

    LOCATION: East Kingston Public Library
    ADDRESS: 47 Maplevale Rd | East Kingston, NH 03827
    TIME: 10 am – 12:30 pm
    HOSTED BY: SoME
    ORGANIZERS: Vicki Brown & Connie Small

  • Beyond Transylvania: Romanian Embroidery Techniques with Kate  Thomas

    Beyond Transylvania: Romanian Embroidery Techniques with Kate Thomas

    Learn how a teenage desire for “something to wear to the dance” became a lifelong search for and ultimate discovery of the ancient roots of Romanian traditional embroidery.

    Kate will describe her lifelong search for Romanian embroidery techniques, and her recent trip to Transylvania to learn them in person. This is an ancient art, and it is currently enjoying a major revival in Romania.

    DATE: Tuesday, April 21, 2026
    TIME: 7 PM
    LOCATION: Burlington Public Library
    ADDRESS: 22 Sears St | Burlington, MA 01803

  • Region Day 2026 – Save the Date!

    Region Day 2026 – Save the Date!

    Save the date for the New England Region’s 2026 Region Day!

    This will be an online event on Saturday September 19, 2026 with guest speakers, stitching and more!

    VENUE: Virtual (Wherever you are!)
    DATE: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
    TIME: 10 AM

    Watch for additional details coming soon!

  • 2026 Stitch-in-Public Day

    2026 Stitch-in-Public Day

    EGA celebrates needle arts with a Stitch-In-Public Day each February!

    The primary focus of stitching-in-public is to share our love of needle arts by demonstrating our talents with non-members and those who might be interested in joining us. Gather members of your chapter, stitching friends and any others interested and host a Stitch-In-Public day at a local book store, coffee shop, library, museum or other location.

    Although the official Stitch-in-Public Day is Saturday February 7, select any date that works for your group (and when the weather might be more cooperative!).

    Be sure to submit photos for the NER website!

  • “Favorite Techniques” – CRVC’s Granby Display

    “Favorite Techniques” – CRVC’s Granby Display

    The Connecticut River Valley Chapter (CRVC) organized another successful display, which was viewable through November 2025 in the main branch of the Granby Public Library.

    The theme was Favorite Techniques. Sure, we enjoy learning new things, but we all have a favorite (or two) that we return to again and again, be it canvas work, blackwork, Japanese, surface embroidery, ribbon, beading, or cross-stitch. This display allowed our members to celebrate their personal favorites.

    We also held a meet & greet — a mini stitch-in! During the event, we worked on our WIPs and distributed free patterns and mini kits containing an assortment of fibers and supplies.

  • NER Region Seminar 2027: Save the Date!

    NER Region Seminar 2027: Save the Date!

    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 14-16th, 2027.

    This is your chance to immerse yourself in days of learning, stitching, and connecting with fellow embroidery enthusiasts from across the region.

    More details about classes, registration, and programming will be announced as we get closer to the event.

    Event Details:

    Date: May 14-16, 2027
    Location: Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington, 1117 Williston Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403

    We’ll see you in Vermont!

    Educators: We Want to Hear From You!

    We’re now accepting class proposals for Seminar 2027! We’re looking for engaging courses across all skill levels. Click here to learn more!

  • NER Region Seminar 2027: Call for Proposals

    NER Region Seminar 2027: Call for Proposals

    The New England Region of EGA is planning an innovative and exciting seminar to be held May 13-16, 2027 in Burlington, Vermont.

    We expect to have “star” local guest lecturers at our event, and to complement them we want to offer classes that will emphasize creativity and innovation in embroidery, as well as providing a pleasant stitching experience for attendees. We also welcome suggestions for “non-project-based” classes on techniques, history or other areas of group interest. Not everyone wants to go home with three unfinished projects.

    We hope you will consider submitting a suggestion for a class of this nature. We are planning to offer both one- and two-day classes. The teaching fee is $450 per day, plus travel expenses. Please let us know what you would be interested in offering by or soon after February 1, 2026.

    We are flexible as to the documentation required. The more you have, the better we can understand your vision. A brief description, with a photo or sketch if project-based would get us started. Sample instructions, a summary of materials and techniques would be helpful. We don’t want you to turn yourself inside out for a proposal, just give us enough to understand your direction and inspiration. A brief bio would also be helpful.

    Thank you for your consideration!

    Lisa Green
    Deb Milvae
    Kate Thomas
    Faculty Committee, NER Seminar 2027

    HOW TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL

    Applicants have two options:

    1.) Fill out the Google Form. This Google Form is straightforward and provides all the information we need to make an informed decision. Your application also gets added to our database, ensuring it won’t get lost.

    2.) Email Kate Thomas. If you aren’t familiar or comfortable with the Google Form, email your proposal to Kate at neregion20@gmail.com. If you do not hear back within a week, please follow-up.