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February Meetings Program
February Meetings Program
Monday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 3
Introduction to the Freestyle Stitch-of-the-Month Project
led by Eileen
One stitch will be introduced most months from February to December 2026 – these stitches are: straight stitch, detached chain stitch (lazy daisy), French knot, backstitch, satin stitch, fishbone stitch, woven wheel, stem stitch and bullion stitch.
In February, we will be laying out a practice design on fabric using templates and learning Stitch #1 - the straight stitch. Fabric, embroidery needles, and wool and cotton threads will be provided by the chapter free of charge. No signups are required! You will need to provide a 5”-diameter hoop and small embroidery scissors.
March Meetings Program
March Meetings Program
Monday, March 2 and Tuesday, March 3
Star Sampler Block 1
Freestyle Stitch-of-the-Month #2
led by Eileen
The Star Sampler stitching gets under way with Block 1 which introduces blackwork and chain stitch. Your fabric should be pre-basted and mounted onto stretcher bars or scroll rods and your thread colors should be finalized. Please bring a copy of the instructions for Block 1 (they will always be emailed to you prior to the meetings), tapestry needles, and a 5” or 6” diameter embroidery hoop. Practice fabric and threads will be provided as you learn the chain stitch.
The freestyle stitch-of-the-month will be the Detached Chain Stitch (or lazy daisy). Bring your practice project, needle and threads. Freestyle stitch-of-the-month participants should also listen closely to the Star Sampler presentation on chain stitch as the two stitches are closely related.
April Meetings Program
April Meetings Program
Monday, April 6 and Tuesday, April 7
Star Sampler Block 2
Freestyle Stitch-of-the-Month #3
led by Eileen
The Star Sampler continues with Block 2 which incorporates the rice stitch and wave stitch filling. Pulled-thread technique will be introduced at this meeting so please bring your spool of quilting thread or #80 tatting thread, a #26 tapestry needle, and a 5- or 6-inch embroidery hoop. Practice fabric will be provided for you.
The freestyle stitch-of-the-month will be the French Knot, a stitch that causes difficulties for many but with practice can be perfected. Bring your practice project, needle and threads.
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