Give to ANG Two Ways UPDATED

The American Needlepoint Guild's latest e-newsletter is available online. You can read it here.
http://needlepoint.org/newsletter.php#fromthepresident

I want to point out two parts of the newsletter to pay special attention to.  One is the section about the Golden Needle Society which is an ANG fundraiser.  If you love using the Stitch of the Month section of ANG's website or enjoy browsing the Exhibit photos on the website, why not send ANG a little thank you gift?  This is the way to show support for all ANG does, even if you don't want to commit to dues or belong to a chapter.

The other thing of interest is the ANG Auction section.  This fall during ANG's Seminar in New Orleans folks who aren't attending can still participate in the ANG Online Auction from between August 28-30.  All proceeds benefit ANG.
https://ang.afrogs.org/#/index

And naturally if you are an ANG member, you'll want to check out ANG's classes, volunteer with the organization or just buy a copy of the Ort Box with a Twist instructions.  You can get a PDF version or a hard copy.  Just fill out and return the Merchandise Form or follow the instructions here to fax in an order.
http://www.needlepoint.org/Merchandise/2013_ANG_Ort_Box_Order_Form_D.pdf

UPDATE:  I just heard from Marilyn Owen that her Ort Box with a Twist is no longer available via ANG so please don't send them the order form.  It'll just create a muddle. If you are interested, email Marilyn directly at SOTM@needlepoint.org. She'll happily sell you the chart.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright August 2, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Breaking News: Hingham Square Picked up Clara Wells Designs

Hingham Square Needlepoint has just announced they've bought the Clara Wells designs to use as part of their HSN line of canvases.
http://www.snapretail.com/retailer/TemplateRenderer.aspx/Consumer/1239353

You can see the various lines HSN is distributing on their website.
http://www.hinghamsquareneedlepoint.com/hsn-designs

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright August 2, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Amy's Newsletter for August 2016

This month's newsletter for Amy Bunger's shop is a real keeper.  First, Amy profiles Vikki Pinson, owner of Vikki's Stuff, a needlepoint finishing company that Amy uses often.  You'll love seeing Vikki's unusual finishing for common needlepoint shapes!   Here's Vikki's website.
http://www.vikkisstuff.com

Then Amy talks about how to use Ultrasuede on needlepoint canvases.  Trust me, it's easy.  Take one ply of cotton floss in the same color as your Ultrasuede, then find a tiny but sharp needle.  (I use beading needles.)  Then just put tiny stitches around the margins of your shape to attach it to the canvas, either over padding or not as you like.  Easy!
http://www.amybunger.com/f/0816.pdf

I think this is one newsletter I'm going to print out and save.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright August 1, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Going to Vegas?

If you are headed to Las Vegas, check out the framed needlepoint in the Wynn!
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10154389578656737&set=gm.1103710986372725&type=3&theater

Many thanks to Dawn for her sharp eyes!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright August 1, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Goodbye Prairie Schooler UPDATED

Prairie Schooler has retired which means their needlepoint line is about to vanish forever. To commemorate their wonderful simple designs, Nimble Needle has put together a retrospective sale.
http://nimbleneedlenj.com/prairie-schooler-collections/

I love their Santas personally.  Time to start keeping an eye out for eBay charts I guess....

UPDATE:  My spies (see comments below) say that Hoffman Publishing has picked up the rights to the Prairie Schooler cross stitch charts.  Good news for us needlepointers as many of those can be stitched on needlepoint canvas.  Thanks for the update, folks!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright July 31, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.