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The mission of The Embroiderers Guild of America is to inspire passion for the

1 STITCHIN ON THE RIDGE June 1-3, 2018 Registration opens January 2, 2018 Carolinas Region, EGA Seminar 2018 Ridgecrest Conference Center Ridgecrest, North Carolina The mission of The Embroiderers Guild of America is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its heritage ( 1

2 Table of Contents Page... Event 2...Invitation 3...Schedule of Activities, Important Dates, Region Meeting Classes 9...Roxie Hodgkin Scholarship, Volunteer Opportunities 10...Special Events Registration Information (Seminar, Rooms, and Meals) 13...Seminar Committee Members 14...Insurance Information 15...Registration Form 16...Exhibit Insurance Valuation Form Invitation You are invited to the Carolinas Region Seminar on Jun 1-3, Once again, we will gather at Ridgecrest in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville, NC, to enjoy the fun, friendship, and stitching time together. This year, we return to our normal format with one new change in addition to offering four fantastic classes, we are also offering a mentored Studio Time, not to be confused with an informal Sit n Stitch opportunity. See more information on page 7. Please join us in welcoming old friends and making new ones! Janet Noble Carolinas Region Director Carole Overton Seminar Chair 2

3 Schedule of Activities Friday, June 1, 2018 Registration... 1:00 pm Chapter Sales... 2:30 pm Region Meeting (all are invited)... 3:00 pm Class/Studio Time/Sit n Stitch (session 1)... 6:30 9:30 pm Saturday, June 2, 2018 Class/Studio Time/Sit n Stitch (session 2)... 8:30 11:30 am Class/Studio Time/Sit n Stitch (session 3)... 1:30 4:30 pm Merchandise Night and Teacher s Showcase (announcements, awards, opportunity drawings) 7:00 8:45 pm Sunday, June 3, 2018 Class/Studio Time/Sit n Stitch (session 4)... 8:30 11:30 am IMPORTANT DATES!!! Registration opens... Jan 2, 2018 Deadline for Roxie Hodgkin Scholarship entry... Feb 20, 2018 Early registration deadline for discounts, EGA members... Mar 1, 2018 Roxie Hodgkin Scholarship drawing... Mar 2, 2018 Conference Center releases our block of rooms... May 1, 2018 Seminar cancellation (with refund) deadline... May 2, 2018 Insurance notification deadline (see page 14)... May 16, 2018 Region Meeting The Spring Region Meeting will be held Friday, June 1, 2018, beginning at 3:00 pm. All members of the Carolinas Region, as well as non-region and non-ega visitors, are welcome to attend. Find out what s going on in the region and nationally. 3

Flowers in the Snow by Terri Bay TECHNIQUE: Hardanger KIT COST: $35 PROFICIENCY: Advanced PRE-WORK: Yes Class description: Flowers in the Snow is an advanced level Hardanger doily which measures 9.

4 Flowers in the Snow by Terri Bay TECHNIQUE: Hardanger KIT COST: $35 PROFICIENCY: Advanced PRE-WORK: Yes Class description: Flowers in the Snow is an advanced level Hardanger doily which measures 9.5 point to point. It is worked on 28-count linen with two sizes of pearl cotton (#8 and #12). The students have pre-work consisting of Klosters, double cable, back stitch, and some simple eyelets. The goals of this class are to learn new cutting patterns, to cut fabric threads confidently, to work multiple filling stitches, to work the lacy edge, and to develop consistency in forming eyelets - size, shape, and even tension. Kit includes: 12-inch square of 28-count Linen DMC pearl cotton size 8 DMC pearl cotton size 12 #24 Tapestry Needle #26 Tapestry Needle Chart and instructions Student must provide: Small sharp, scissors Hardanger type 8- or 11-inch hoop or Q-Snap (tm) Any lighting or magnification needed by student to work on 28-count linen Usual stitching tools Skills Needed: Ability to stitch satin Klosters, single eyelets, and double cable without assistance (these are all pre-work); experience in cutting threads; knowledge of wrapping and weaving bars; and familiarity with reading charts and graphs. 4

Color Play by Jennifer Riefenberg TECHNIQUE: Canvas KIT COST: $110 PROFICIENCY: Intermediate PRE-WORK: None Class Description: Like a kaleidoscope of color, learn new ways to approach the painted

5 Color Play by Jennifer Riefenberg TECHNIQUE: Canvas KIT COST: $110 PROFICIENCY: Intermediate PRE-WORK: None Class Description: Like a kaleidoscope of color, learn new ways to approach the painted canvas. Explore and learn color interactions and surprising effects as you stitch this design. Enhance your knowledge of color harmony. Learn about open canvas stitches and compound (or composite) stitches, too. Finished size is approximately 9 x 9. Kit includes: Hand Painted 18-count Mono Canvas 12 x 12" Threads Assorted Buttons Student provides: Stretcher bars with tacks/staples for 12 x 12 canvas Usual class stitching supplies 5

Batik to Stitch by Laura Smith TECHNIQUE: Multi-media KIT COST: $75 PROFICIENCY: All levels PRE-WORK: None Class description: Batik can create complex, stitchable designs with color layering on

Colors are painted in layers alternating with more wax. An optional crackling technique will create a marbled effect seen as navy blue lines in the turtle design above.

6 Batik to Stitch by Laura Smith TECHNIQUE: Multi-media KIT COST: $75 PROFICIENCY: All levels PRE-WORK: None Class description: Batik can create complex, stitchable designs with color layering on fabric. Wax is applied to fabric with a stamp called a tjap (pronounced chop ). Several choices of images are offered: turtle (shown), irises, dragonfly, or butterfly. Colors are painted in layers alternating with more wax. An optional crackling technique will create a marbled effect seen as navy blue lines in the turtle design above. Finally, the piece is ironed to remove the wax and set the paint colors. Safety measures are emphasized throughout the class. Students learn the subtleties of the batik process on Day 1. On Day 2, you can create stitch plans for your designs and stitch or make more batik images if you prefer. Kit includes: One yard of Prepared for Dyeing (PFD) cotton, approximately 24 wide for up to six images Paint, brushes and non-latex gloves Hand stitching threads and needles Students will share the waxing set ups, irons, ironing boards, and a Class Treasure Chest of sequins, beads, and a wide variety of threads for a wide range of color options. 6

Leaf Twirl Hoop Earrings By Amee Sweet-McNamara TECHNIQUE: Soutache/Bead KIT COST: $70 PROFICIENCY: Basic/Intermediate PRE-WORK: None Class description: Create beautiful, Soutache-covered hoops

Choose from five color-ways (Lullaby, Popsicle Stand, Sand Castle, Snow Angel, or Tree House), two different sizes, and select either post or ear-wire findings.

7 Leaf Twirl Hoop Earrings By Amee Sweet-McNamara TECHNIQUE: Soutache/Bead KIT COST: $70 PROFICIENCY: Basic/Intermediate PRE-WORK: None Class description: Create beautiful, Soutache-covered hoops embellished with a seemingly intricate twirling-leaf detail, appropriate for adventurous beginner and intermediate soutache artists alike. Choose from five color-ways (Lullaby, Popsicle Stand, Sand Castle, Snow Angel, or Tree House), two different sizes, and select either post or ear-wire findings. The project may not be completed in class. Kit includes: All supplies needed, plus either post or ear-wire findings Student provides: good scissors a surface to work on (such as a beading mat) any additional light or magnifiers with which they like to work pliers Studio Time with Marion Scoular TECHNIQUE: Your choice KIT COST: $0 PROFICIENCY: All levels PRE-WORK: None Concentrate on one or more of your own projects to stitch and tap into Marion s infinite wisdom and knowledge of all techniques of needlework. This is not our usual casual, laid back studio time (which we will still have but is now called Sit n Stitch); this is a more formal, intensive stitching experience. If you let Marion know what technique(s) you will be stitching, she can bring appropriate reference material to Ridgecrest. 7

8 FACULTY BIOGRAPHIES TERRI BAY: My journey into Ukrainian Whitework began when my aunt, Sue Sandi, enrolled in Jan Walters' Ukrainian Whitework correspondence course. Aunt Sue was very enthused about the course and told me a lot about it - frequently. Sadly, she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer shortly after beginning the course and passed away when her table runner was only half finished. As I am the only other needleworker in the family who does more than basic cross stitch, she willed me her stash along with UFOs. After finishing it (there was a decade of thinking about it), I was hooked! When I couldn t find published patterns, I began putting bits of patterns together, them branching out more and more on my own. This lead to starting my design company and selling my designs. My designs are mostly whitework (Ukrainian being my favorite), Hardanger, and Blackwork with lots of various pulled and drawn techniques thrown in for the fun of it. JENNIFER RIEFENBERG: Jennifer is an accomplished needle artist, meshing her love of the arts into new and varied mediums. She loves teaching others, both the skills and the pure love and joys of art and creativity. Jennifer holds certifications through National Academy of Needlearts (NAN) as a Teacher/Designer and as a Judge. Jennifer is on the board of NAN as the Assistant Director of Judging. Jennifer has taught at National Seminars for ANG and NAN. Jennifer has won numerous awards for her needleart and other artwork. She had a piece accessioned into the permanent collection at the Gregg School of Art & Design at North Carolina State University. Jennifer is also the photographer for NAN and EGA Seminars. She also shoots fine art photographs, especially nature and black & white photos. LAURA SMITH: Laura Smith is an embroidery innovator, nationally known designer, and teacher who combines hand and machine stitching with mixed media. Her work has been shown all over the U.S. She holds the EGA Master Craftsman designation in Color, and has served as chair for the Master Craftsman Program since Her classes encourage students in the process of creating embroidery using design and color, adding mixed media, managing your stash, and art process motivation. She is past Chairman of EGA Fiber Forum and former director of an arts center. Her website is AMEE SWEET-MCNAMARA: Perhaps not so well known in the world of hand-embroidery, Amee is a BIG name in the world of beading. The name of her website, Ameerunswithscissors.com, gives a clue to what you can expect from her designs, her teaching style, and her unique personality. MARION SCOULAR: A graduate of the Royal School of Needlework, Marion specializes in Assisi, blackwork, counted thread, drawn thread, ecclesiastical, fine hand sewing, Hardanger, pulled stitches, teaching teachers, and judging. Many CAR members have enjoyed her Correspondence Courses in Hardanger and blackwork. She has written numerous books on various types of needlework. 8

9 General Information Roxie Hodgkin Scholarship Deadline for Entry: Feb 20, 2018 Created in memory of Roxie Hodgkin, who served as Region treasurer and was a member of the Golden Needles chapter, this scholarship covers the participant s fee. All members of a Carolinas Region chapter are eligible to enter the scholarship drawing. You do not have to register for the Seminar to be eligible for the drawing. The winner will be selected by random drawing on Mar 1, 2018, and notified as soon as possible thereafter. To enter the drawing: Complete the Seminar Registration Form (instructions on pages 11-13, form on page 15, or download the form from the CAR website) Be sure to include all the information (name, address, chapter affiliation, membership number, address, phone number, and first, second and third choice for classes) Check the box stating you wish to be considered for this scholarship Enclose a check for the full or partial payment (you can cancel your registration and receive a full reimbursement if you notify the Registrar no later than May 1, 2018) Volunteer Opportunities: Class Angel Consider volunteering to be a Class Angel. Assist class teachers or the Sit n Stitch group as needed with setup, taking attendance, handing out materials, keeping order, collecting evaluation forms, and so forth. If interested, please check the appropriate box on your Registration Form. Other Opportunities: Other volunteer opportunities are available. If you would like to help, please indicate your interest on your registration form, or contact Carole Overton at: sjocdo1@gmail.com 9

10 SPECIAL EVENTS 2018 Ridgecrest Exhibit Diamond Jubilee! 2018 Stitchin on the Ridge participants are invited to submit up to three finished pieces in the category of Diamond Jubilee! Help celebrate EGA s 60 th anniversary by stitching a piece any technique that sparkles or evokes the impression of diamonds. All items must be ready to exhibit: pictures must be framed or mounted and ready to hang. Please use wire hangers. Be sure to attach your name for identification purposes and provide a card describing the class, listing the name of the piece, the designer/teacher, and your name. Please read the Liability Information on page 14 and complete the form on page 16. If you have questions, please contact Carole Overton, Seminar Chair. Merchandise Night/Teacher Showcase Tables are available for $25 each to chapters or individuals with needleworkrelated items to sell; teachers may rent tables for $5 each. Beginning teachers are welcome! For present Seminar teachers, the table fee is waived on two tables. Please indicate on your registration form how many tables you d like. Contact Margaret Wiesemann at cwiesemann@nc.rr.com or call if you have questions. Tea Cup Opportunity Drawing The Tea Cup Opportunity Drawing is a fundraising opportunity. Each chapter is invited to provide items or basket of items. 100% of the proceeds from each basket will go back to the submitting chapter. Individuals are also welcome to submit a basket. NOTE: All items/baskets MUST be securely sealed, preferably in clear plastic wrap. Please take time to see the wonderful items that are donated by chapters or members. They will be on view until Saturday evening. 10

11 So, what do I do? FIRST: REGISTER TO ATTEND STITCHIN ON THE RIDGE Registration opens on January 2, Non-CAR members and Members-at-Large are welcome to attend. Non-EGA members are also welcome to attend and a non-ega member fee of $25 will apply. Cancellation Policy: The deadline for refundable cancellation is May 2, Cancellations postmarked after May 2, 2018, will cause your participant fee to be forfeited. Fees: Classes/Studio Time...$150 if register by Feb 28, 2018 $165 if register after Feb 28, 2018 Sit n Stitch...$75 Non-EGA member...$25 Merchandise table...$25 per table Teacher table...$5 per table To Register for Stitchin on the Ridge: Complete the registration form contained in this brochure (page 15); please indicate first and second choice for activities. Registrations will be processed according to the postmark date. Registrations from non-car members, Members-at-Large, and non-ega members will be processed after Mar 2, 2018, according to the postmark date. You will be notified by when your registration is received; if you include a self-addressed stamped postcard or envelope with your registration, you will receive written acknowledgement. If registering by Feb 28, 2018 (Carolinas Region Chapter Members): 1. Send the early registration fee with your registration 2. Also enclose payment any fees for Merchandise and/or Teacher tables. If registering on/after Mar 1, 2018 (M-A-Ls, non-car, and non-ega): Send the full fee with your registration Also enclose payment any fees for Merchandise and/or Teacher tables. 11

12 Make checks payable to: Carolinas Region Seminar SECOND, REGISTER WITH RIDGECREST CENTER FOR ROOMS AND MEALS Ridgecrest, a Lifeway Conference Center, PO Box 128, Ridgecrest, NC General Phone Number: (M-F, 8:30 am-4:30 pm) Reservations: (M-F, 8:30 am-4:30 pm) Web site: Ridgecrest Conference Center, a 1,300-acre Christian conference center located off I-40 about 17 miles east of Asheville, NC, offers comfortable lodging, meeting rooms of all sizes, and a convenient meal plan. For those who love to shop, options abound in nearby Black Mountain, Asheville, and Hendersonville. The Rhododendron building (where we usually stay) offers comfortable hotel accommodations and amenities such as hair dryers, in-room irons and ironing boards, coffeemakers, and complimentary wireless internet throughout the building. Ridgecrest does not have televisions in guest rooms; however, televisions are available in select fellowship areas throughout the campus. Handicapped accommodations are available and you can rent scooters. Ridgecrest is an alcohol/smoking-free campus. There is a commuter fee of $25 for those attending the Seminar but not staying on campus (pay this to Ridgecrest on arrival). Room Accommodations Make your room reservations directly with Ridgecrest: Reservations must be made by April 30, 2018 Be sure to state that you are with the Embroiderers Guild! Nightly Rate per Room: Single or Double...$92 Triple...$102 Quad...$112 12

13 Optional Meal Plan A cafeteria buffet is available at a total cost of $70 for 6 meals, which begins with dinner on Friday, Jun 1, and continues through lunch on Sunday, Jun 3. If you arrive early and want breakfast and lunch on Friday, the total cost for 8 meals is $91. Sign up for your meal plan with Ridgecrest when you make your room reservations; pay Ridgecrest on arrival. If you prefer to eat off campus, there are several good restaurants from fast food to fine dining in Black Mountain, NC, about two miles from the Conference Center. Seminar Committee Carole Overton Seminar Chair sjocdo1@gmail.com Margaret Wiesemann Registrar cwiesemann@nc.rr.com Margaret Wiesemann Teacher Showcase/Merchandise Night cwiesemann@nc.rr.com Julia Tison Faculty Amenities juliatison@bellsouth.net (vacant) Transportation Kim Sanders/Janet Noble Dean of Faculty corpnomad@aol.com Nancy Gannon Ass t Dean of Faculty nancythechief@gmail.com Sydney Mace Treasurer 9kidlyivy2@gmail.com Janet Noble Ridgecrest Exhibit rnoble@sc.rr.com Sue Osterberg Class Angels osterbed@bellsouth.net Charlotte Chapter Banquet Favors 13

14 LIABILITY for Loss or Damage Please note that The Embroiderers Guild of America, Inc., the Carolinas Region EGA, and Ridgecrest Conference Center will not accept liability for any loss of or damage to pieces exhibited at the Seminar. If you wish to enter the Exhibit, insurance coverage may be secured through EGA s insurance by submitting a completed EGA Exhibit Entry and Insurance Valuation form (found on page 16 of this brochure). If you choose to assign a value to your item, your work will be covered by EGA insurance (with a $250 deductible for the entire exhibit). If you don t want insurance, you must complete and sign the form at the bottom under WAIVER OF APPRAISAL OF FINE ARTS. Scan and (or print and send via postal mail) by May 16, 2018 to: Carole Overton 319 Deep Run Road, Aiken, SC sjocdo1@gmail.com Questions? Can t find the answers in the brochure? Contact: sjocdo@gforcecable.com Carole Overton, Seminar Chair Carole Overton sjocdo1@gmail.com Visit our website for a downloadable registration form and lots of other stuff! Look for the link on the homepage at 14

15 STITCHIN ON THE RIDGE 2018 Registration Form Early Registration is available from Jan 2 Feb 28, 2018 General Registration is open Mar 1 Apr 30, 2018 PLEASE PRINT ALL INFORMATION Name Street Address City/State/Zip Telephone EGA Chapter EGA Membership # Class Selections Please indicate 1 st and 2 nd choices Choice Class Teachers Kit Flowers in the Snow Terri Bay $35 Color Play Jennifer Riefenberg $110 Batik to Stitch Laura Smith $75 Leaf Swirl Hoop Earrings Amee Sweet-McNamara $70 Mentored Studio Time Marion Scoular $0 Sit n Stitch n/a $0 Make checks payable to Carolinas Region Seminar Amount Enclosed Class/Mentored Studio Time: $150 Early Registration (by Feb 28, 2018) - OR - $165 Full Registration (after Feb 28, 2018) Plus Kit Fee Sit n Stitch: $75 full fee Non-EGA Member: $25 Merchandise Table: table(s) x $25 (Non-Seminar) Teacher s Table : table(s) x $5 15 TOTAL ENCLOSED = Check here to enter the Roxie Hodgkin Scholarship Drawing (deadline Feb 20, 2018) Class Angel Check here if you are interested in being a Class Angel Volunteer Check here if you wish to volunteer for a Seminar job Roommate Check here if you need help finding a roommate Mail registration forms/checks: Margaret Wiesemann, 6011 Coronado Ln, Durham, NC 27713

16 STITCHIN ON THE RIDGE 2018 EGA Exhibit Entry and Insurance Valuation Form Return Form to: Carole Overton (if submitting a piece for the Carolinas Region Exhibit) Name EGA # Address City/State ZIP Telephone Chapter Region Title of piece Technique/description Permission to EGA to photograph(y/n) Dimensions: Length Width Depth SIGNATURE OF EXHIBITOR Date INDIVIDUAL APPRAISAL OF FINE ARTS EGA S INSURANCE contains a Fine Arts Floater that is designed to protect needlework pieces owned by or in the care, custody, or control of EGA, its regions, or its chapters. Pieces owned by individual members are covered while on exhibit or being transported to exhibits or shows by chapter, region, or the national organization. While a piece remains in the owner s home or is being transported by its owner (shipment to exhibit.), it is not covered by EGA insurance. The coverage limit is $250,000 total loss with a $10,000 per item limit. A $250 deductible applies to each occurrence. This means $250 will be deducted from the stated value prior to payment for the loss. You are responsible for coverage of this amount. In order to be covered it is necessary to fill out and sign the following form or include an appraisal by a qualified third party. If you wish to be covered, fill out this section of the form, one for each piece, sign it, and return it with the entry form. For waiver of insurance, complete and sign the lower section instead of this section. Cost of materials $ Cost of Finishing $ Labor* hours x $ minimum wage $ TOTAL: $ *Compute Labor by multiplying total number of hours spent to complete the piece by current minimum federal wage in your state. SIGNATURE DATE WAIVER OF APPRAISAL OF FINE ARTS IT IS MUTUALLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT I HAVE KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY CHOSEN TO EXCLUDE MY EXHIBIT PIECE(S) FROM COVERAGE PROVIDED BY EGA FOR THE CHALLENGE EXHIBIT AT EGA CAROLINAS REGION SEMINAR AT RIDGECREST IN SIGNATURE DATE ENTRY AND INSURANCE FORMS WITHOUT SIGNATURE ARE NOT VALID 16

STITCHIN ON THE RIDGE

STITCHIN ON THE RIDGE June 3-5, 2016 Registration opens January 2, 2016 Carolinas Region, EGA Seminar 2016 Ridgecrest Conference Center Ridgecrest, North Carolina The mission of The Embroiderers' Guild