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Honey, it’s time for spring needlepoint!
Members of Colorado Columbine Chapter, ANG, will meet in March, 2019, to begin a class based on a popular ANG stitch guide called, ‘Honey I Shrunk the Heart!’ Sue E. has adapted the heart to a strawberry shape, and loaded the beautiful design yummy colors and beads. It is one of the classes…
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Denver needlepointers get a peek of fall stitching in September
After a quick summer break, the needlepoint stitchers of Colorado Columbine Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild jump back into action with new classes for September. Here’s a peek at upcoming projects: Initial with Birthday Plaid Background Door Hanger or Ornament 4” round Canvas by Heidi Stanley Canvas & Guide only $20 Signups close in…
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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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Needlepoint Garage Sale is our May attraction!
The G-A-R-A-G-E S-A-L-E is upon us, needlepointers! Clear out the old to make way for the new! Think about that new painted canvas you’ve spied recently and think how free you will feel to stitch it — once your stash has been cleared up a bit… Ahem! So mark the calendar for Monday, May 19, 6:50…
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Consortium classes in 2014 offer needlepoint designs with pizzazz for our stitchers
Needlepoint stitchers from Columbine Chapter will want to get these beauties on the calendar in 2014! Expert instruction, beautiful threads and canvases, new designs are all on tap for all members to enjoy. The Denver Metro Needlework Consortium serves us all and brings together the best in Colorado needlepoint offerings. Designers Toni Gerdes and Sue…
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Keep books on Needlepoint handy for a snowy day
By Lea K. There are several more needlepointing books that everyone should take a look at! All are from the public library. The “first” book, not to miss, is titled: “Folk Art Needlepoint – 20 Projects Adapted from Objects in the American Folk Art Museum,” and written by Ruth Peltason, c 2008. This book is…
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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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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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The Colorado Needlepoint Roadshow is heading our way!
The Colorado Needlepoint Roadshow is headed for Castle Pines! Needlepoint lovers for miles around are anticipating a great weekend of shopping, stitching, learning and fun. Show starts Friday, September 6 (1-7 pm), continues Saturday the 7th (10 am – 6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm) at the Castle Pines Community Center, 7404 Yorkshire Drive, Castle…
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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…