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 Other Needlework Events
EGA has included these as a courtesy to any organization or group which sponsors a needlework-related event. EGA assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of this information. Please check with the contact person for exact information.
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2008
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Thru May 25
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San Diego, CA
Transformations Reverberations traveling juried exhibition of work by Studio Art Quilt Associates members. Visions Art Quilt Gallery, 2825 Dewey Rd. Suite 100, San Diego, Ca 92106. Contact 619 546-4872,
www.quiltvisions.org or visions@quiltvisions.org
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May 9-17
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Fredericksburg, VA
21ST Annual Needlework Contest & Exhibit sponsored by George Washington's Fredericksburg Foundation at Historic Kenmore in downtown Fredericksburg. Submissions due by May 1 (mail) or May 2(drop-off). Judging on May 6. For more information, view instructions and entry form at www.kenmore.org/foundation/events.html. To request a copy, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, c/o GWFF, 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, or (540) 370-0732.
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May 29
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Washington DC
Another View: 19th Century Samplers & Silk Needlwork
The DAR museum hosts a symposium that offers a broader view of samplers and silk needlework by looking at the makers, sewing tools, and other topics. $85 registration fee includes breakfast and lunch. DAR Museum, 1776 D Street NW, Washington DC. Contact rboyd@dar.org or call 202-879-3240 for more information. www.dar.org/museum
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Jun 6 - Jul 27
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San Diego, CA
Material Guys, Art quilts by Bob Adams, John Garrett and Tim Harding. Award winning quilts in cotton and silk and unusual fiber constructions of metal, plastic and thread. Visions Art Quilt Gallery, 2825 Dewey Rd. Suite 100, San Diego, Ca 92106. Contact 619 546-4872, www.quiltvisions.org or visions@quiltvisions.org
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Jun 6-15
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Arcola, IL
24th National Counted Cross Stitch Show
Cross Stitch and Counted Thread competition with the theme "Life is a Stitch." A variety of classes is also scheduled. For a complete information booklet visit www.stitch.rockome.com. For more information contact tmorton@rockome.com
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Aug 29- Sep 1
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Philadelphia, PA
Thimble Collectors International 16th Biennial Convention
At the Sheraton Society Hill Hotel in Downtown Philadelphia. Great programs, including a huge Sales Mall, a Beginner's Seminar, an auction and the "Thimble Road Show" where you ask the experts. TCI activities encompass all needlework tools. For more information, visit www.thimblecollectors.com or send an email to info@thimblecollectors.com
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Sep 5-12
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Indian Wells, CA
ANG Seminar
Hyatt Grand Champion Resort and Spa, Indian Wells, CA
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2009
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Jun 26 – Aug 30
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Hastings, MN
Modern Interpretations of Historic Designs: Late 19TH Century Designs from The Hastings Needle Work Company. A creative competition based on designs from the Hastings Needle Work Company, presented by the Dakota County Historical Society. The patterns for this competition will be available online in June of 2008, with completed designs submitted by application form by March 2009. The selected items will be on display in the LeDuc Historic Estate, Civil War mansion in Hastings, MN.
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Aug 28 - Sep 4
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Milwaukee, WI
ANG Seminar
Hilton Milwaukee City Center
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