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Beautiful stitch projects on tap for Denver needlepointers
The Colorado Columbine Chapter of American Needlepoint Guild has a full calendar of spring needlepoint projects from which to choose. Choose one or choose all! There are chapter projects and pilot classes (where teachers try out new designs on volunteer stitchers) and even a party on tap! Our very special member of long standing, Marcia…
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January brings new needlepoint projects for Denver stitchers
Denver stitchers welcome the new year with finished projects to show and anticipation of new needlepoint projects to begin! There is a Denver Needlework Consortium workshop on tap that everyone is talking about. It is Diane Hermann’s seaside spectacular, ‘Walking the Water’s Edge,’ all foaming seas and sand. Oh, and a glorious touch to surprise and grab…
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Happy needlepoint holidays to Denver-area stitchers
The Colorado Columbine Chapter of American Needlepoint Guild met in Denver recently for its annual holiday supper. A snowy night did not keep needlepointers at home! We had a great time and enjoyed some holiday cheer and talked about all the needlepoint projects and activities awaiting in the new year. October’s meeting was a busy…
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Wintry ‘Snow Crystal Tree’ class continues in October for Denver’s fast-growing needlepoint group
Metro Denver’s fastest-growing needlepoint group, the Colorado Columbine Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild, meets again on October 19 to resume stitching on ‘Snow Crystal Tree,’ a beautiful wintry design from Nancy’s Needle. In the photo above, President Gloria M. leads a brief business meeting before the start of class in September. Stitchers, how far…
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Finished needlepoint is icing on the cake for Denver’s busy ANG stitching group
Denver’s fastest-growing needlepoint group, the Colorado Columbine Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild, has members who stitch devotedly AND shape their projects into finished items. Whether a finished piece is framed, puffed into a pillow or structured to stand up for display, needlepoint is meant to be seen and enjoyed. Here are some of the…
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Organize your needlepoint stash with new tips in January
It’s January and time to think about organizing things around the house. In keeping with this theme, we will be giving you some ideas on how to organize your needlework stash. Barb G. will give tips and tricks and would love to have any and all of you share YOUR secrets for organizing threads, canvases,…
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St. Clare’s Needlepoint Guild hosts its annual tea & display
Every year before Epiphany, St. Michael’s and All Angels Episcopal Church of Denver throws open its doors to invite the community to see the beautiful sanctuary. It is decorated for the season and filled with needlepoint work done by its St. Clare’s Needlepoint Guild of church members. The stitchers of the Guild have been filling…
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Needlepoint Santas are a favorite stitching project for December
It’s always fun to stitch a needlepoint project during the season it’s designed to depict. Whether a dreidel for Hanukkah or a Santa Claus for Christmas, a pumpkin for autumn or a spunky rabbit for spring, there’s just more fun and anticipation when the design seems to fit the weather. This month, we know stitcher…
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Needlepoint stitchers love a holiday party!
In November each year, the membership of the Colorado Columbine Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild enjoys a holiday party before everyone gets caught up in December’s activities. Stitchers compare notes, get reacquainted, meet new people and feast on the goodies of the banquet table. This year’s festivities were organized by Hospitality chair Janet C.,…
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Columbine needlepoint chapter news update
The Colorado Columbine Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild continues its role as a meeting place for enthusiasts of needlepoint stitching on canvas! The president, Lea K., announced at the latest evening meeting that the board had decided, based on feedback from the membership, to table its discussion of a merger with another local…