SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2011
NOTES FROM THE PRESIDENT'S DESKGreetings!
Whew! What a month of heat!!!! I hope everyone stayed well, cool, and hydrated!
It seems that with the heat came a bit of lethargy, and I didn’t stitch as much as I had hoped. Perhaps it was just the thought of the heat, or not wanting to get sweaty hands on the fabric (even though I knew that wouldn’t happen) or maybe it was just the time to take a stitching break.
For the past few weeks I have been looking through old magazines, and charts. There are certainly many things I would like to stitch! However, there are just as many patterns that I am no longer interested in stitching. Hummmm! What to do, what to do?! The ones I have pulled out of my stash are now languishing in tote bags until I decide.
That said, it seems like lately I have really been re-evaluating what I want to spend my time stitching. The UFO challenge pieces are still ones I like, so they will be finished, but some other things I thought I liked, maybe not so much.
There are things we all like at various times in our stitching lives. Those interests change over time, and it’s the best of all worlds when we can appreciate what others are experiencing for the first time. Fortunately there are many forms of needlework for everyone!
Continue to stitch what you enjoy, try something new, or take a break and reflect. It’s wonderfully refreshing!
Happy Stitching!
Carolyn
CALENDARSeptember Dates10 – Stitch-In - Saturday from 9:30 AM to ?? at Alice’s house
12 – Sampler Group - Monday at 12:30 PM - Call Susie H.
22 - Board Meeting - Thursday, 5:00 PM at Heather Hills Retirement Village
22 - Evening Meeting - Thursday 7:00 PM at Heather Hills Retirement Village
23 - Day Meeting - Friday 9:00 AM at First United Methodist Church
October Dates1 –
UPDATE - Stitch-In - CANCELLED and rescheduled for October 22
10 – Sampler Group - Monday at 12:30 PM - Call Susie H.
15 – NEWSLETTER INFORMATION due
22 –
UPDATE - Stitch-In - Saturday from 9:30 AM to ?? at Geri J-B’s house way up north
27 - Board Meeting - Thursday, 5:00 PM at Heather Hills Retirement Village
27 - Evening Meeting - Thursday 7:00 PM at Heather Hills Retirement Village
28 - Day Meeting - Friday 9:00 AM at First United Methodist Church
DAY PROGRAMSSeptember: Bring your UFOs to work on. Please contact Margie if interested in being the hostess for this meeting.
October: Bring your UFOs to work on.
Hostess: Vonnie H.
EVENING PROGRAMSSeptember: Pat P will be teaching a Dragonfly Necklace/Pendant. The kit will be available in assorted colors for $12. Please bring sharp embroidery scissors.
REMINDERSome of our members are allergic to or sensitive to perfumes, aftershaves and other scents. Our EGA Meetings will be Perfume /Aftershave /Scent-Free out of consideration for those who have these sensitivities.
GREAT UFO CHALLENGE EVENTFor those unfortunate enough to have missed the sign-up at the May potluck (as your editor did), you may still participate by providing your list of UFOs to any of the GGREGA officers.
You can take your own “before” photos or bring the evidence to a meeting or stitch-in where it will be photographed. The period of the challenge is May 2011 through May 2012.
CHAPTER NEWS* * * * * UPDATE * * * * Group Correspondence Course OptionsChapter members were given an opportunity this past spring to sign an interest sheet for a GCC. The majority of members showed an equal interest in doing either Dresden Garden or Liesel-Schwalm. We'll select only one of them, if there is enough interest, to begin January 2012. In September and October, you'll have an opportunity to sign up for either one, with a deadline of November 1. We would like a minimum of at least 6 participants, making the cost of the course about $30 each plus the cost of notebook and supplies, an additional $40-$60 each. Once the course and participants are determined, we will select a time and place to meet.
Another option is for members to sign up for a GCC sponsored by our Great Lakes Region. You can see those choices at the end of this newsletter or on the Great Lakes Region website www.ega-glr.org. The advantage of this option is that the region underwrites these GCCs and even only one or two members can sign up without the expense of the teacher fees, paying only the notebook and supply expenses. We will also have a sign-up for these GLR sponsored GCCs in September and October with a deadline of November 1.
For further information about either of these options, please contact Margie.
Saturday Stitch-InsEveryone thought these were such a good idea, they’ll be held on the 2nd Saturday of the month for the rest of the year – excluding December. As the Gaines Township Library increased the rent for the conference room dramatically, the stitch-ins will be held at different locations during the year. Alice has volunteered to host the September stitch-in on Saturday, 9/10.
2012 WorkshopsThe Board is researching option for needlework teachers for 2012 and beyond. If you’ve enjoyed a teacher or wanted to take a class from someone, please let a Board member know.
Program Director for 2012 Nancy will have completed 4 years as our program director in December. At that time, a new program director will be needed. As Nancy is a hard act to follow, a Program committee been suggested as an option. The committee would consist of 2 or 3 people and each one would be responsible for the meeting program on 2 0r 3 evenings throughout the year. Please let your Board know if you are in favor of this idea or have alternative suggestions.
Christmas Party PlanningYes, it’s that time again. Jane W.,Betty H., Alice R. and Kelly L. have volunteered as the Planning Committee. The possible dates for the party this year are December 1st or 8th. Possibilities being investigated are (1) catering a dinner at the Methodist Church downtown and (2) talking with Hollie’s Landing about alternatives to the private room requiring a commitment for 30 dinners. If you have alternate suggestions for the Christmas Party, please contact one of the Planning Committee members.
GREAT LAKES REGION EGA NEWSCorinne Clift has stepped down as Director of the Great Lakes Region and been replaced by the former Assistant Regional Director, Terry Butz. Following is the GLR Director’s letter received from Terry.
In early September, I will be attending the two-day EGA Board of Directors meeting in Naples, Florida. While there I don’t expect to be soaking up much sun, but I am looking forward to soaking up a lot of information, strategies and ideas that will help the Great Lakes Region address its goals and programs. If there are questions, comments or suggestions you would like to share with me before I leave on September 6, please let me know (920-729-9922 or
terryb54952 at yahoo.com). I will report back to GLR at the Semiannual meeting on September 24.
During the Semiannual Meeting (see further details in this newsletter), the Region Board will be electing officers for the 2012-2014 term. The slate is published in this newsletter. Not all positions on the slate have been filled. If you or someone from your chapter is interested in serving the Region in any of these positions, please contact Sally Svoboda, Nominating Committee chair, 330-207-2992, ssvoboda at zoominternet.net. Nominations may also be made from the floor during the Semiannual meeting, however consent to serve shall have been obtained in writing from a floor-nominated candidate before placing that candidate’s name on the slate. It is urgent that candidates understand the responsibilities, time requirements and importance of each office or position for which they are nominated.
GLR has two opportunities each year to come together for a face-to-face meeting. These are times for chapters to become familiar and involved with the programs and responsibilities of the Region Board. Through its Mission Statement, as well as via its Bylaws and Policies & Procedures, the Region has outlined goals to meet our requirements as a non-profit organization.
It is important that our member chapters and their individual members participate in leading and directing those efforts so that we can successfully accomplish our goals. It takes more than just the Executive Committee and the Executive Board of Directors to make our organization work. If you are asked to fill a position as a standing chair or other leadership position, please consider accepting. We need your help.
Our premier event and Annual Meeting occurs April 22-26, 2012. Our destination will be Green Bay, Wisconsin, where we will meet at “Stitch Down in Titletown” for GLR Seminar 2012. Registration will be opening soon. Each chapter will be receiving registration forms and brochures with information and photos on all classes and activities that will be available. Registration procedures and deadlines will be published along with the brochure. This material will also be posted on the GLR website: ega-glr.org. Don't miss out on this fun event.
During the next several months, I look forward to guiding the Region through the programs and issues that come before us. forward to guiding the Region through the programs and issues that come before us. I am anticipating getting to know many of you better and finding ways that we can work together to accomplish the goals of the Great Lakes Region.
Terry Butz, Region Director
2011 GLR EGA Semiannual MeetingThe Semiannual meeting of the Great Lakes Region Board will be held September 24th at 9:00 am at the Indianapolis Marriot East. Among the items that will be included on the agenda is a vote on the dues increase motion, adoption of a budget for 2012 and the election of officers and nominating committee.
The Dues Increase Motion reads as follows: The Executive Committee recommends that the Great Lakes Region increase the annual dues from $1.00 to $5.00 annual dues per primary individual chapter member and per plural member whose primary chapter is not in the Great Lakes Region.
Your chapter’s ballot and discussion materials were emailed to the chapter officers listed in the Great Lakes Region Chapter Officers Directory. Each chapter may cast one ballot for the dues increase and one ballot for the election of officers. If your chapter does not have a representative attending the Semiannual meeting, these voting documents should be submitted via mail to Wendy Moore, GLR Secretary, 17383 Whistler Drive, Brownstown, MI 48173-8640 or via email at wenstan at comcast.net. Note the deadline for sending in the ballots has been extended to September 15, 2011.
GLR EGA Slate of Officers for 2012-2014 AnnouncedThe Nominating Committee of 2010-2012 announces the following slate of officers for the 2012-2014 term of office: Director: Terry Butz, Fox Valley, Wisconsin
Assistant Director: Mike Farmer, North Coast, Ohio
Treasurer: Graciela Aubey, Madison Area, Wisconsin
Secretary: no candidate named
Nominating Committee: no candidate named
The ballot for this slate of officers is available in this newsletter. According to GLR Bylaws nominations from the floor may be presented at the Semiannual Meeting. Consent to serve shall have been obtained in writing from a floor-nominated candidate before placing that candidate’s
name on the slate. Those elected will assume office at the close of the GLR Annual Meeting in 2012.
Presented by the GLR Nominating Committee 2010-2012
Sally Svoboda, chair; Jane Farber, Linda Busalacchi, and Joyce Kinnally
[Editor’s note: Biographies of the nominees for the GLR EGA slate of officers are available – please let me if you want to see them.]
2012 Great Lakes Region ExhibitGreat Lakes Region 2012 Seminar will host an exhibit of region members works on Wednesday April 25th. You are encouraged to show two completed stitched pieces in a non-juried exhibit. Include projects from previous seminars, master craftsman and correspondence courses. If you are not attending seminar, send your pieces with someone who will be there. We will not accept mailed entries. If you are interested in participating, contact:
Karen Wojahn
GLR Seminar 2012 Registrar
426 Woodfield Drive
Green Bay, WI 54313
920-662-0799
GLR2012 at new.rr.com
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESEGA Group Correspondence Courses:Online Offerings –
September and October
Liesel – Schwalm Embroidery, Teacher: Barbara Kershaw, $80
Blue Heaven: Temari II, Teacher: Barbara Suess, $70
NeedleArts Quarterly Offerings
Hummingbird and Honeysuckle, Teacher: Luan Callery, $60
Circle With Blue Flower, Teacher: Margaret Kinsey, $80
Register for EGA Group Correspondence
courses at this link =>http://www.egausa.org/html/correspondence_courses.html
2012 GLR Correspondence Course SelectionsSpring Splendor (Silk and Metal), Teacher: Kay Stanis, $60.00
Floral Whimsy (Beading), Teacher: Peggy Wright, $68.00
How To’s of Swedish Naversom, Teacher: Phyllis Maurer, $70.00
Florentine and Tulips (Canvas), Teacher: Gail Stafford, $60.00
Moonlight Sonata (Hardanger), Teacher: Cindy Valentine, $70.00
Roses (Blackwork), Teacher: Carol Algie Higginbotham, $60.00
Star Studded Samplings (Blackwork Sampler), Teacher: Ilse Altherr, $62.50
Crewel Choices, Teacher: Judy Jeroy, $60.00
Summer Dream (Stumpwork), Luan Callery, $60.00
Blue Heaven: Temari II, Teacher: Barbara Suess, $70.00
EGA offers many educational opportunities through its Group Correspondence Courses. Chapters are not able to offer every course that would meet all the interests of every member of their group. To that end, the GLR offers a select group of classes each year that allows chapter members to pursue their interests without having to form a group from their home chapter. The GLR GCC Coordinator serves as the liaison between the class participants and the designers/teachers. You will not have a local group leader and you will be stitching on your own.
Many exciting new classes are being offered for 2012 as well as some outstanding perennials. Many techniques and all skill levels are represented. For details regarding course content and the approximate cost of supplies, please refer to the Group Correspondence Course section of the Education Catalog that is available online at the EGA website, www.egausa.org. Registration deadline is Nov. 1, 2011. Send the registration form (found on the GLR website) to the GLR GCC Coordinator who will order and distribute instruction materials and remind you of deadlines to submit your work for evaluation. The deadline to submit pieces for evaluations is Oct. 15, 2012. The cost includes the instruction materials and postage with delivery confirmation. Classes that have too few enrollees may be dropped. You will receive your manuals in late January or early February 2012. You are responsible for purchasing your supplies. Supply sources are provided with each course. If you have any questions, please call 920-469-1799 or email kkristen858 at att.net.
OTHER NEEDLEWORK ACTIVITIESSeptember 23-24, 2011The Needle Arts Guild of Toledo (NAGT) will host its 36th Annual Needlework Show at the Sanger Branch of the Toledo Public Library, 3030 W. Central Avenue, Toledo, OH 43606. The exhibit, judged by Pat Donaldson, is free and open to the public. Entry fee schedules, rules and other details may be obtained at http://www.needle-artstoledo.org/showinfo.htm. Special arrangements may be made for mailed submissions by contacting the show registrar at NeedleArtsToledo at aol.com.
September 29 –October 2, 201142nd Annual Stitchery Showcase
The event is sponsored by the Stan Hywet Needlework Guild at 714 N Portage Path, Akron, Ohio 44303. For more information contact Betty Jo Scurei at bscurei at yahoo.com or visit
www.stanhywetneedleworkguild.com
October 8, 2011Indiana State Day 2011
Featured Class: Indiana’s State Bird – The Cardinal, Teacher: Marsha Gomola, Technique: Stumpwork (Proficiency: Beginner with no prework required)
Registration deadline: September 1, 2011
Workshop fee and lunch $35.00, Kit fee $25.00 for a total of $60.00
Contact: Jane Farber 317‐251‐0789, NeedleJane at aol.com or Marilyn Jarrett 317‐873‐2290,
MFJarrett at aol.com
Can you imagine this?The Battle of Grunwald - 32 feet by 14 feet (actual size of the painting), 4304 by 1835 stitches, approximately 93 miles of floss, stitched by Polish volunteers. All the information at this link =>http://www.my- cross-stitch- software.com/battle_ of_grunwald/ index.shtml
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