September/October - Gateway Chapter of the American Needlepoint

Volume 21, Issue #6
September-October 2012
Official Publication for
Gateway Chapter of
American Needlepoint Guild
Needlenotes
CHAPTER MEETINGS
Monthly meetings are held
on the third Thursday of
each month
from September through
May in the South Fellowship
Hall at the
Ladue Chapel.
Morning monthly meetings
begin at 9:30 am.
Evening monthly meetings
begin at 6:30 pm.
Summer meetings are
informal stitch-ins and
are held on a Saturday
each month from June
through August.
CALENDAR OF
EVENTS
Thursday, September 20
monthly meeting
Thursday, October 18
monthly meeting
Sunday, October 21
Fall Retreat
Fellow Stitchers:
It’s hard for me to believe that the summer of 2012 is already over. Maybe it’s
because so much of the summer was over 100 degrees and way too hot to do
anything out-of-doors, but it sure felt like it was only a few weeks ago that we
had our May meeting.
The summer was filled with lots of fun things – three stitch-ins, a luncheon,
and our pilot class. I was lucky enough to be able to attend all of these and
had a great time at each of them. I want to thank each of the people who
hosted a stitch-in – Judy Lewis, Janice Marsh, and Kathryn Nagy. I also want
to thank Barb Smith for once again opening up her home for our spring
luncheon, and Threads and Stitches for hosting the pilot class. Look for an
article about the pilot class inside the newsletter.
September has always felt like a new beginning for me, just like a new school
year. Every year, I set all kinds of goals about how many projects I’m going to
finish during the next year, and every year, I fall short. In fact, I end up starting
a lot more projects than I finish. But I am going to bring a couple of UFO’s to
the September meeting for the rest of you to vote on, so maybe I’ll get at least
one thing completed.
I’m also looking forward to all of the new and exciting things that our Program
Chair, Regina Mohan, has in store for us this year. Make sure you attend one
of the meetings on September 20 so you don’t miss out on anything. You’ll
find information about what to bring to the meeting inside.
We had several new members join during the summer, so if you see a new
face at one of the meetings, please introduce yourself. I’m looking forward to
seeing each and every one of you this year.
Donna
Gateway Chapter American Needlepoint Guild, September- October 2012, Page 1
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OFFICER NEWS
SUMMER STITCH-INS 2012
Chapter fundraising
Thank you so much to our summer Stitch-in hosts.
We all had so much fun at Janice Marsh’s and
Kathryn Nagy’s homes this summer with our
fellow stitchers. Both of these were beautiful
summer days and we even got a cool afternoon to
sit out on Kathryn’s deck. We can’t thank you
enough for opening your homes to us. It was also
a pleasure to meet some of our new members at
these gatherings.
Dry Erase Boards
Or
Name Tags
I am sorry to say but this editor lost the pictures
from Janice’s house but below are a few snapshots
of the afternoon on Kathryn’s deck. (I am so sorry
about that but I am working on my computer
skills!)
Still available
If you still would like to order additional tags
for your bags, we can still order them anytime
for you with your name or initials on them. They
make great small gift items for friends or
family.
Also the dry erase boards we did this past year
are also still available.
Name Tags $5 each
Dry Erase Boards $20
If you would like to order, please call:
Judy Lewis at 314.997.6674
*********************************
Dawna Freeland came back to visit Labor Day
weekend to stich and catch up with old friends.
Don’t forget to come back and visit us again!
Gateway Chapter American Needlepoint Guild, September- October 2012, Page 2
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MEMBER ACTIVITIES
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
The following members owe LOCAL DUES of $22.00 on October 1st:
Lisa Balbes
Joan Cahill
Maureen Clever
Julie Cook
Louise Franks
Ellen Ippolito
Mickey Knutson
Linda Lesh
Janine Webb
Nancy Feldman
Susan Lucco
Please mail your checks to me – Debbie Trowbridge, 2791 Riebold Dr., Arnold, MO 63010 – by October 1st.
Checks should be made payable to Gateway Chapter-ANG. If you give your check to another board member
please let me know. It saves a lot of confusion.
Also, please make sure your National ANG membership is current. You cannot be a member of the Gateway
Chapter if you do not belong to the National ANG organization. Except for your initial membership payment,
National ANG dues are paid directly to National Headquarters. You should receive a notice from them shortly
before that payment is due.
If you need assistance with any membership matters please feel free to contact me at 314/607-9867.
Debbie Trowbridge
Membership Director
Programs
“The Kiss”
This year's theme will be "THE KISS". All the sordid details will be revealed at our September meeting. The first
project will certainly be something to write home about. It will be introduced at the September meeting. The cost
of this project will be $16.00. It will include everything you need to stitch and finish the project, other than your
choice of thread. Also at this meeting we will kick off our UFO challenge. For those of you who are unfamiliar
with this project, it consists of you bringing 2 of your unfinished projects, that for whatever reason you have put
them aside. The ANG group will then vote on which project you should finish. You will sign a contract stating
that if you don't finish the project in the allotted time, you will graciously and happily donate $10.00 to ANG (this
contract will hold up in no court!). The best part of this project is watching the progress of the projects either
being completed or ignored during the year. This is all done in the spirit of fun. It is not mandatory to
participate.
Unfortunately, the stitch or technique of the month project has not proved feasible. However, there is a possibility
of a philanthropy project that will also require a blank canvas. So please bring an approximated 8" by 8" (or
whatever size you have available) canvas mounted on stretcher bars to the September 20 meeting. Also, if you
have any nice over-dyed threads left over from another project, please bring those.
Gateway Chapter American Needlepoint Guild, September- October 2012, Page 3
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MEMBER ACTIVITIES
FALL RETREAT
You don't want to fall behind by not signing up for the fall retreat! The retreat will be Sunday,
October 21st, 2012, 9:00-4:30. It will be at the Needlepoint Clubhouse. Join us for a fun filled
day of stitching and getting together to socialize with our fellow members. There will be plenty
of snacks available, but lunch will be on your own. There are many varieties of food choice
eateries available for your pleasure in the neighborhood. The cost of this delightful day will be
$15.00. If you choose to register with a check, please make the check-out to the Gateway
Chapter-ANG. Cash is also welcome. No debit cards accepted. Please see or call Regina
Mohan to register for this event (314-991-5741).
Show and Tell
September’s meeting is always so much fun. We get to catch up with our friends,
which is great, but of course the passion that brings us all together is Needlepoint. Please
make sure to bring to this meeting all of your projects that you finished this summer or
that you are working on. Everyone would love to see what you are doing and get new
ideas from their amazing needlepoint friends.
Gateway Chapter American Needlepoint Guild, September- October 2012, Page 4
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SHOP NEWS
Pilot Class with Susan Hoeskstra
ANG 2012 SEMINAR PILOT CLASS
An ANG 2012 Seminar Pilot Class was held here in St. Louis on Sunday, July 15, at the Threads and Stitches
needlepoint shop. The class is “Ben’s Kites” and it was designed and taught by Susan Hoekstra, who also
taught it at the National Seminar in Philadelphia. It was designed to honor Ben Franklin.
The class was attended by a number of Gateway Chapter members, including one from out-of-state and
several ghost stitchers. Susan was a great teacher and the piece is interesting and lots of fun to stitch. The
picture of the piece did not do it justice – the colors are gorgeous. All who attended were very glad that they
decided to take the class; it was more than worth the price of the kit.
When asked if our feedback was of any assistance, Susan replied: “I can truly tell you that the help your group
gave to me was invaluable.”
Susan also said that she would like to return to St. Louis to teach more classes.
Donna Beaman
Hello Ladies:
I have finally returned to NJ from my Midwest teaching excursions. It certainly was a great time in St. Louis!
Thank you so much for allowing me to hold Ben’s Kites pilot class in St. Louis.
It was a pleasure and an honor to work with the Gateway Chapter.
I am hopeful to return to your group in the not too distant future.
Please keep me in mind if you are ever looking for a teacher to bring in to your area.
In the meantime, stay safe, healthy and keep stitching!
Susan Hoekstra
Foxview Needlepoint & Rug Hooking
www.foxview.com
www.needlefest.com
Gateway Chapter American Needlepoint Guild, September- October 2012, Page 5
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SHOP NEWS
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SHOP NEWS
Sign of the Arrow Shop News
We hope everyone has been stitching a lot in this very hot weather since there has not been much else to do. If
you are looking for new things to stitch we are loaded with new canvases that have poured in, and we have
continued to add to our markdown canvases as well. Be sure to stop by and take a peek.
Fall Trunk Shows We have some great trunk shows coming this fall. First, is Kangaroo Paw Designs in
September, which is a line of sorority ornaments, pillows, glass cases and other items. These designs are easy to
stitch and are great for sorority gifts. We will also have Jean Smith and her beautiful botanical canvases that
everyone loves. Show dates are Sept.19-Oct.15. Associated Talents will be coming from October 13 –
November 3rd, and will be sending ornaments, pillows, belts and a full range of great canvases. As usual, please
enjoy 20% off all trunk show purchases and special orders from these vendors.
Limited Edition Ornaments are available and can still be finished in time as a great gift for Christmas. This is a
charted ornament and kit with the fibers included. It does come in a painted version as well for those who do not
like to count from a chart.
Sudberry Wooden Boxes and Trays are in stock. We have everything from brass handled trays to mini boxes
and music boxes. These make great holiday and wedding gifts.
We are looking forward to the fall and seeing all of you again.
Best,
Julie and Randi
Gateway Chapter American Needlepoint Guild, September- October 2012, Page 7
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SHOP NEWS
A Happy Place to Stitch
Private Lessons with
Judy Harper, Master Teacher
Debbie Jacobson
Beginning Needlepoint and
Stitch Collection 2012 offering new designs,
$20 per hour
stitches and threads. Call for times and prices
717 N. New Ballas just south of Olive, east of I-270
314-432-2555
www.theneedlepointclubhouse.com
The Needlepoint Clubhouse
The kids are back in school
It’s time for Mom’s to rule
You miss them but don’t be blue
The Clubhouse is the place for you
Autumn at The Clubhouse
Trunk Shows
The Artist’s Collection
Rebecca Wood
The Point of It All
Finishing Promotion - The holiday finishing deadline is September 24
Belts are week to week until we are notified.
Not done by 9/24 - call us to see if we have received any extensions.
Receive an extra punch on your Clubhouse Card with your finishing order of $50.00 or more through September 15.
Pre-Market Sale
Selected merchandise marked 30 – 70% off – New items added often!
Off to Market
We will be back on September 12 and will be working diligently to get the treasures we find on the floor ASAP.
Classes
The Susan Portra Class was a sell out and the feedback from all who participated has been enthusiastic.
We are working on a booking with her in 2014.
Julia Snyder
October 12 – 14 - Canvas Enhancement
Julia’s days are filling up, call the Clubhouse for details and to reserve your seats soon.
ANG Members:
Don’t forget to identify yourselves to receive your 10% ANG discount with every in stock, full priced item purchased at The Clubhouse.
epoint Clubhouse Shop News
Gateway Chapter American Needlepoint Guild, September- October 2012, Page 8
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ADDITIONAL ADVERTISERS
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over thirty years. We have extensive hand
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finishing. We provide a unique opportunity for
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Be sure and tell them that you saw their ad
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Hints
How do I choose the
right needles to use?
In order to stitch needlepoint, you will need a
tapestry needle. This type of needle has a blunt
point and a large eye so that it is fairly easy to
thread. Needles are inexpensive, so consider
buying a small package containing assorted
sizes, as you may need them if your projects
have been painted on varying sizes of mesh.
The general guide we've provided below will
help you determine the correct size to use for
your project:
Size
Size
Size
Size
16
18
20
22
needles
needles
needles
needles
/
/
/
/
8 mesh canvas
10 mesh canvas
12, 13 or 14 mesh canvas
16 or 18 mesh canvas
The higher the size number, the smaller the
needle. As a general rule, if the needle slips
through the hole fairly easily and does not
distort the mesh, it is probably the right size.
Gateway Chapter American Needlepoint Guild, September- October 2012, Page 9
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GATEWAY CHAPTER OFFICERS BOARD
President
Donna Beaman
(314) 878-4149
president@gatewayang.org
Secretary
Nancy Feldman
(314) 579-0865
secretary@gatewayang.org
Treasurer
Carol Bosche
(636) 532-1712
treasurer@gatewayang.org
Newsletter
Judy Lewis
(314) 997-6674
newsletter@gatewayang.org
1st Vice President-Programs
Regina Mohan
(314) 991-5741
programs@gatewayang.org
2nd Vice President-Membership
Debbie Trowbridge
(636) 287-1220
membership@gatewayang.org
Fundraising
Nancy Kinker
(636) 227-5709
ways_means@gatewayang.org
Public Relations
Sally Ross
(636) 225-0987
Public-relations@gatewayang.org
GATEWAY CHAPTER OFFICERS COMMITTEE
Workshops
Ellen Ippolito
(636)561-0132
workshops@
gatewayang.org
Webmaster
Janice Marsh
(636) 394-1134
webmaster@
gatewayang.org
Sunshine
Linda Aboussie
(314) 842-6260
sunshine @
gatewayang.org
Historian
Kathryn Nagy
(314) 434-8499
historian@
gatewayang.org
Philanthropy
philanthropy@
gatewayang.org
MEMBERSHIP
Gateway Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild is open to all needlepointers, from beginner to experts. Prospective members may
attend two (2) membership meetings and receive two (2) complimentary copies of the Needlenotes newsletter before being asked to pay
dues. If you want to join now, contact Debbie Trowbridge, Membership. (See phone number and email address above.) If you have an
address change, contact Debbie Trowbridge, Membership. (See phone number and email address above.)
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