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Needlepoint a pretty little ‘Friendship Gift Box’ in September
If you are looking for a delightful gift for a special person, why not make a beautiful little box in that person’s favorite colors? Our September program will be all about DebBee’s ‘Friendship Gift Boxes,’ by designer Debbie Rowley. And they are little, which to us, means quick to stitch: “approx 2″ x 2″ x 2″…
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Needlepoint stitchers take a summer break from meetings
In August there is no formal meeting of Colorado Columbine Chapter of ANG, but it certainly does not mean we are not stitching! Summer is a great time for picking new threads, canvases and treating ourselves to some relaxed day-long stitch sessions. See Gloria M.’s fun seaside Santa in its finished standup form, above. We…
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New to needlepoint? View our gallery of past stitching events
If you are new to needlepoint… not quite sure what it’s about… just view our gallery of photos to see what enjoyment the stitching of needlepoint projects can bring. The Colorado Columbine Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild holds monthly meetings in Denver that are open to all interested stitchers. CLICK HERE TO SEE PAST…
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A needlepoint expert reviews two stitchery books for our CCC-ANG readers
Our very own resident needlepoint designer and artist has reviewed two wonderful books for our stitching libraries! Jennifer R. is a certified NAN judge and needlepoint creator whose work is shown and taught nationally. Both books were reviewed as part of her NAN Judges’ Certification process. 1.) Three-dimensional Embroidery Author: Janet Edmonds. Methods of construction…
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Needlepoint in November brings out the holiday party goers
Denver-area needlepoint lovers are invited to join us for our “Annual Holiday Party” and potluck supper on Monday, November 18 at 6:50 pm at Bethany Lutheran Church. If you wish to participate in our gift to exchange (under $10 is recommended cost), please wrap and bring it. Also, please bring a non-perishable food item to…
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Our group’s needlepoint is still on glorious display at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver
They’re gorgeous, they’re on public display and they’re ours! The needlepoint masterpieces created in 1991 by the Colorado Columbine Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild are still as stunning and vibrant as they were upon creation. The tapestries have been on public display, a gift to the city of Denver from our guild, for 20…
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Needlepoint in September with a renewal of membership!
Our group, the Colorado Columbine Chapter of American Needlepoint Guild is meeting on Monday, September 16, at 6:50 pm at Bethany Lutheran Church in Denver. Our president, Lea K., leads us each month as we discover new needlepoint techniques, stitches and friends. On the 16th, our program chair, Barb G., will introduce a new project:…
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Needlepoint is great for making friends…
Denver-area needlepoint stitchers will want to know about the Colorado Columbine Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild, where we are all about making lifelong friends. Our common interest in doing needlepoint becomes an addictive pleasure that’s enhanced by getting together to savor others’ needlepoint projects. The thrill of finding a new canvas design and selecting…
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Any time is a great time to stitch on needlepoint canvas!
Needlepoint stitchers enjoy a variety of canvas sizes, threads, colors and designs when they choose new projects on which to stitch. Needlepoint is counted stitching done on a grid of stiff canvas. Many of our members started their stitching lives using embroidery threads on linen. But it is a natural progression to move on to…
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June needlepoint meeting – Monday, June 17 at 6:50pm
Join us and bring a guest to the JUNE needlepoint meeting of Colorado Columbine ANG. The gathering starts at 6:50 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church (Our regular meeting day is the third Monday of each month until we take a break in August, then we’ll meet up again in September!). Last month, we enjoyed a…