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Summer stitching fills the agenda of Denver needlepoint group
Welcome to a fun summer of stitching with the Colorado Columbine chapter of ANG! Our popular Colorado license plate project is showing results! Here are some of the wonderful finishing ideas for this printed needlepoint canvas. As an ornament, it can grace a holiday tree or a summer-fun display. It is also a quick stitch,…
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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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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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Stitching a needlepoint Santa design in July? Why not?
The Colorado Columbine Chapter met in July just before summer break from formal meetings. Needlepoint in progress and in finished form was on the agenda, as always! There were many new faces in the crowd and several new members were acquired that night. The chapter continues to grow at a rapid rate. Class focus was…
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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…
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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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Needlepoint basics offered every month at Colorado Columbine Chapter meetings
A wonderful new program is underway at Colorado Columbine Chapter meetings! It’s called “All You Ever Wanted to know About Needlepoint But Were Afraid To Ask” and is designed to give members a solid knowledge of needlepoint stitch techniques, no matter how long they have been stitching. Every meeting will offer an option to sit…
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Finishing needlepoint is the goal, and here are beautiful results our members showed in January
‘Galaxy’ was a year-long project with a designated area to finish each month. Some stitchers, however, are so skilled and goal-oriented they were able to cross the finish line early. Marcia G. and Barb C. were two such speedy stitchers. Finishing needlepoint pieces into framed, filled, stuffed or edged accessories is always considered an accomplishment.…