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Contacting EGA Headquarters and COVID-19:Update May 28, 2020
As Kentucky begins to reopen, EGA is also making plans to begin the journey towards normalcy. Beginning Monday, June 1st, the office will be staffed during the following hours: Monday – Wednesday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET; Thursday and Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM ET.
Due to an abundance of caution, there will still only be 1-2 people in the office on any given day, and the rest of the staff will continue to work from home. Please continue to be patient as we work to safely serve you, the members. We are hoping to resume full hours, staffing, and allow visitors beginning July 1st – please keep an eye on the website for further details. – Cynthia Welch, EGA Administrator(Link to share)
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Stitch-In-Public Day is Saturday, February 7, 2026!
EGA celebrates needle arts with a Stitch-In-Public Day in February each year. This year it falls on Saturday, February 7, 2026! The primary focus of Stitching-In-Public is to share our passion for needle arts with the public by demonstrating our talents. Many chapters host their own Stitch-In-Public days throughout the year at major book stores, […]
Registration for EGA’s 2026 National Seminar ‘Wish Upon A Stitch’ is Now Open!
Registration for our National Seminar Wish Upon A Stitch 2026 in Orlando, FL is open! Come see the exciting classes and events we will be offering! You may register here, or you may visit Seminar Central and the classes page to see your options and learn more. First Come, First Served Registration is now open […]
Retiring Soon: Courses by Barbara Kershaw on Schwalm, Punto Antico and Whitework Embroidery
A selection of our Group Correspondence Courses as well as one of our Individual Correspondence Courses with teacher Barbara Kershaw will be retiring soon. The Individual Correspondence Course A Basic Study of Schwalm Embroidery with Barbara Kershaw will no longer be offered as of March 1, 2026. The last day to register for the class […]
Embroidery Techniques from Around the World: Hedebo
Technique: Hedebo Place of Origin: Denmark Earliest known date: 1700s History: Hedebo embroidery, also called Hedebo needlelace, originated among the peasant and farming communities of Denmark living in the Heden (from hede, or heath) regions between Copenhagen, Køge, and Roskilde. A popular form of Danish whitework embroidery, Hedebo was first practiced by peasant women in […]
Registration Closing Soon: Virtual Lecture The Black Gold Tapestry with Sandra Sawatzky
Registration for our next virtual lecture The Black Gold Tapestry with Sandra Sawatzky is open through January 16 at 1PM Eastern and the lecture takes place online on January 18, 2026 at 1PM Eastern. As a benefit of membership, EGA members can attend the virtual lecture for just $5! Not an EGA member yet? No […]
Growing Your Connection Webinar: Meet Lea Peacock, EGA’s President
Please join Jana Bass and Wendy Lynn when we sit down with EGA President Lea Peacock at our next Growing Your Connection webinar on January 24 (Postponed to February 28, 2026) at 1:00 pm EST; Noon CST; 11 am MST; 10 am PST. The topic is Connecting with EGA President Lea Peacock. At this webinar, […]
Vote Now: EGA Members’ Vote for EGA Bylaws Updates
The national EGA Board of Directors has approved a number of changes to EGA’s national bylaws. These changes require a vote of the EGA membership in order to be adopted. Please log in to the EGA website and then visit the Voting page here to vote. You can also access the voting link from your […]
Community Spotlight: Annie Kordesh
Earlier this season, Wendy Lynn, one of the hosts of EGA’s Counted Thread Special Interest Group and Surface Embroidery Specialty Group, visited a knit studio and met creative textile artist Annie Kordesh. Annie happened to be stitching on a shirt she called her “Threads of the Year” shirt, to which Wendy was immediately drawn. Annie’s […]
Registration Closing Soon: Blossom with Kim Beamish
Registration for our Online Studio class Blossom with Kim Beamish closes on January 7, 2026! In this four lesson project, students will have the opportunity to practice padded Satin stitch, Fly stitch and creating a trellis (this is different from the Trellis Stitch). The student will learn how to couch metallic threads and great way to […]
January 2026 Stitch-a-long: Felt Flowers
Happy New Year! For our January 2026 stitch-a-long on Facebook we are working on felt flowers, a project by EGA Stitch-a-long admin Jean Hubsch. Here’s more about this month’s project from Jean: “These are generic flowers, not to represent any particular variety. The color choice is up to you. A black background works well for […]
Flosstube #3: What Are Your Favorite Embroidery Tools?
For our third Flosstube video some of our members share about their favorite embroidery tools. You will see some usual favorites, some unusual ones, plus some great ideas to create your own! We can’t wait to read what your favorites are! Please like the video, leave a comment and subscribe to our Youtube channel […]
10 Essential Things to Know Before Starting Cross Stitch
Learning a new needlework style like cross stitch can be a daunting task. There are so many techniques to master and supplies to gather, unknown stumbling blocks to navigate, and mistakes you don’t even know about until you make them. If you’re just starting out on your cross stitch journey, hooray for you! Cross stitch […]
Chapter News: Wendy Moore’s Upcoming Class in Colorado Springs, Cheekwood Chapter Decorates Bank Christmas Tree, Susquehanna Chapter on Display and More
Today we are bringing you news from the Cheekwood Chapter in Tennessee, Pikes Peak Chapter in Colorado, and the Susquehanna Chapter in Pennsylvania. We encourage you to learn more about them by clicking on their name. Now you can join or renew your membership with our chapters directly from our website! Cheekwood Chapter The Shelbyville […]
Community Spotlight: EGA President Lea Peacock
EGA President Lea Peacock has been leading the charge of ensuring the future of the organization since 2024. A lifelong volunteer with service in a variety of sectors, Lea has a keen understanding of the importance of community, and how community can enrich lives and serve as a lodestar for so many people. As we […]
Embroidery Technique from Around the World: Zardozi
Technique: Zardozi Place of Origin: Persia (Iran) Earliest known date: 14th century History: Zardozi originated in Persia, or modern day Iran, in the 14th century. Some believe Zardozi emerged even earlier, but the specific modern style of Zardozi practiced today likely emerged in the 14th century. The word “zardozi” translates to “gold embroidery”—zar or zari […]
Free Birth Month Embroidery: December Holly Ornament by Keller Design Co.
Our latest project for EGA’s Free Projects library comes courtesy of Amy Frazer, also known as Keller Design Co. Through Keller Design Co., Amy has created an expansive crafting universe that includes embroidery, greeting cards, stickers, stationery, and other small gifts, and she’s also fostered a community of independent makers via Keller & Friends. Her […]
Interview with Kim Beamish: Fusing Techniques for Innovative Embroidery
Like many needleworkers, Kim Beamish was introduced to the craft by her mother and encouraged by relatives to pursue a variety of embroidery techniques. This early encouragement led to a lifelong fascination with how various facets of needlework could be combined to create something fresh, innovative, and inspiring. EGA was excited to sit down with […]
2 New Petite Projects for EGA Members: Daisy Paisley and Flower Dance on Paper
The Education Department is pleased to announce the newest projects in the Petite Project series for EGA members, Daisy Paisley by Judy Borreson Caruso and Flower Dance on Paper by Linda Leone. Daisy Paisley is an International Brazilian embroidery project stitched with rayon thread. Flower Dance on Paper is for all stitchers who also enjoy […]
Calling All Teachers: Submit Your Proposals for the 2027 New England Region Seminar
The New England Region of EGA is planning an innovative and exciting seminar to be held May 13-16, 2027 in Burlington, Vermont. We expect to have “star” local guest lecturers at our event, and to complement them we want to offer classes that will emphasize creativity and innovation in embroidery, as well as providing a […]
December 2025 Stitch-a-long: Chicken Scratch Tree
For our December 2025 stitch-a-long on Facebook we are stitching a chicken scratch tree by Nancy Cope from our Pajarito Chapter in New Mexico. Here’s more about this month’s project from Nancy: Chicken scratch embroidery is a form of cross stitch worked on gingham fabric that creates an optical illusion of lace overlay. It […]
