The San Antonio Needlework Guild looks forward to welcoming all of you to the luxurious Embassy Suites San Marcos Hotel, Spa, and Conference Center for the 2020 South Central Region Seminar. Located in San Marcos, TX it is a mid-point between historic San Antonio and vibrant Austin, Texas. With a wonderful restaurant on the premises and many desirable amenities we are certain you will find your stay comfortable and enjoyable. There are two large outlet malls with many well-known brands represented just a short distance from the hotel. The hotel provides a “no-charge” shuttle bus to and from the outlet malls. We recommend that you take advantage of this service. We are very excited that our plans for Region Day have come together wonderfully. You will have the opportunity to witness skills of craftsmen in two glass shops. We will begin our day at the Wimberley Glassworks where artisans will treat you to a demonstration of their skills using blown-glass. You will have time to explore their show room and do a little shopping too. Next, we will proceed to The Silo Glass Gallery and Studio where two dozen Texas artists create their works in 3D art forms. The Silo is the largest, purpose-built, warm glass studio in Central Texas. It is situated next to a lovely grotto, you will enjoy watching and listening to two very relaxing waterfalls. We will conclude our Region Day at the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. We will enjoy a delicious lunch and then take a boat ride on the famous glass bottom boat. The glass bottom boat will allow you to witness the point where the San Marcos River bubbles from the ground as it heads down stream to the Gulf of Mexico. Many forms of wildlife should be visible as we cruise around Spring Lake. Some species are native to the San Marcos River and cannot be seen anywhere else in the world. There will be archeological sites where early Americans and other settlers stopped along the river many years ago. Transportation for the day will be by bus so be sure and reserve your seat early. Join us for this special day of fun and fellowship. Classes will begin on Thursday and conclude on Saturday. With our Creative Vision we have selected a diverse selection of instructors, plus we are offering 1, 2, or 3 day sessions. You will be able to perfect some of the techniques that you are already familiar with or possibly take a look at a new stitch or two that you have been wanting to tackle.

Diane Williams 2020 Seminar Chairman

Welcome to the South Central Region 2020 Seminar, Create a Vision!

You are in for a wonderful time this week as we come together to share our love of stitching! Four days of outstanding classes, creating new memories with old friends, the discovery of new friends, delicious food, shopping opportunities and more stitching!

This week as you are creating your vision please make time to thank our hosts. The San Antonio Needlework Guild has done an amazing job preparing for our visit. The seminar committee dedicated three years to the planning and execution of this seminar, it is a job well done and to be commended!

Thank you for supporting the South Central Region by attending the 2020 Seminar. I hope you will take the opportunity while you are here to register for the 2021 Seminar hosted by the Austin Stitchery Guild.

Be inspired and create a vision!

Sandra Harwell SCR Region Director

Class Number: 301

Technique: Surface Embroidery

Design Area: 7 1/2"x7 1/2"

Proficiency Level: All Kit Cost: $100

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Teal Passion Designed By: Patricia Goaley Teacher: Patricia Goaley

Teal Passion is designed to teach and/or improve surface embroidery skills. It is a challenge though each area is just enough. Skills include: Long and short, including curves, four types of padding, shading, numerous surface embroidery stitches and knots. Various threads are used including wools, silks, cottons metallic, beads and sequins. Fabric is Kingston Linen over a foundation, a section will be dyed by instructor prior to class.

Kit Contents: Dyed Kingston Linen, Cotton Sateen, Heathway Wools, a variety of Caron Threads, Au Ver A Soie Silk, Bijoux, DMC Cottons, Antique French Metal "Sequins", beads, needles. Student Provides: a 10" wooden hoop with 7/8" sides. Inside hoop should be wrapped in white bias tape (example Hardwicke Manor hoop). Scissors, Lighting, Magnification.

Class Number: 302

Class Title: Whitework Delight Band Sampler Designed By: Catherine Theron Teacher: Catherine Therone

This 6-1/2” by 17” band sampler is stitched on 32-count sandstone linen using two weights of creamy silk thread. It incorporates raised stitches, pulled thread stitches, and pattern darning to create a lovely, fun to stitch, textured piece. Stitches used include Four-sided, Fly, Spiral Trellis, Satin, Diagonal Satin, Faggot, Stem, Smyrna Cross, Diamond Eyelet, Long-Arm Cross, Double Running, Buttonhole Bars, Double Leviathan, Petit Point, and six pulled thread patterns.

Kit Contents: 32-count linen fabric cut approximately 11” x 23”, practice fabric and threads, needles, instructions, charts, and photos, silks. Student Provides: May bring scroll bars to accommodate fabric cut 11" x 23". Extra cordless lighting and/or magnification. Usual sewing supplies

Technique: Counted Thread

Design Area: 6 1/2" x 17

Proficiency Level: Intermediate-Advanced

Kit Cost: $135

Pre-Work: None

Class Number: 201

Technique: Counted Canvas

Design Area: 18 count - 15" x 15" 24 count - 14" x 14"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: 18 count with silk $180 with cotton floss $110 24 count with silk $154 with cotton floss $92

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Star Dance Designed By: Margaret Bendig Teacher: Margaret Bendig

Star Dance is a study in the difference in the use of a single color using different threads, stitches, direction of stitches and the reflection of light to create. The original is stitched with Soie d’Alger silk and some specialty threads. The center star is a revolving set of patterns with metallic threads to add to the definition of the stitches. The background of the design is composed of many different star patterns using two values of blue silk with the addition of white Sparkle Rays. This slice of the sky reminds me of and was inspired by the early morning sky along the central west coast of California as dawn is breaking and the stars are beginning to fade into the day. Kit Contents: My Star Dance is stitched with three colors of Au Ver a Soie Silk, Kreinik Braids, Gloriana Princess Perle, Petite Sparkle Rays and Neon Rays on 18 count canvas. The alternate choices are: • 18 count canvas with cotton floss • 24 count congress with silk floss • 24 count congress with cotton floss Anchor floss is provided in the cotton floss alternates. Because Petite Sparkle Rays is too heavy for congress cloth, extra Kreinik braid is included to replace that thread in the congress cloth kits.

Student Provides: 15" stretcher bars (18 count) or 14" stretcher bars (24 count)

Class Number: 202

Sapphire

Rose

Class Title: Rescent Designed By: Kurdy Biggs Teacher: Kurdy Biggs Rescent – short for Rose Crescent Angel – is a study of Crescent stitches on Rose Gold painted canvas. We will bring Rescent to life using a stitch library consisting of variations of the Crescent stitch, along with Jessicas, Mistakes, and Plaited Ray stitches. These stitches will be worked with an array of lustrous threads that include Soiee Perlee, Petite Silk Lame’ Braid, and Elegance silks, Petite Very Velvet and Accentuate, Kreinik and Treasure Braid metallics. Rescent will be embellished with crystals and beads to make her glimmer like the angel she is.

Kit Contents: Your kit will include a 15” x 15” rose gold painted 18 mono canvas, threads from Rainbow Gallery include Elegance, Petite Silk Lame’ Braid, Petite Very Velvet, Crystal Braid, Sparkle! Braid and Treasure Braid. Kreinik and Accentuate metallics, along with other threads, beads, pearls, crystals, needles and instructions complete the kit. Student Provides: 15” x 15” stretcher bars and tacks or staples to attach the canvas to stretcher bars, usual stitching supplies including light, laying tool, frame stand or weight, and magnifier if needed.

Technique: Counted canvas

Design Area: 8.3" x 8.6"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: $145

Pre-Work: None

Class Number: 203

Technique: Stumpwork Design Area: 7 1/2" x 7 1/2"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: $105

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Tranquility Designed By: Celeste Chalasani Teacher: Celeste Chalasani

Lotus ponds bestow introspection, meditation and Tranquility throughout Southeast Asia. In this piece, quiet serenity reigns amongst the lotus flowers as a Golden Dartlet damselfly hovers close. Create your own pond of tranquility as you first block print lotus leaves on a silk shantung watery background fabric then employ Contemporary Stumpwork techniques.

Kit Contents: Fabric, silk threads and wires to embroider the lotus flowers, leaves and Instructions, silk shantung, cotton fabric, fine silk threads, stranded cotton thread, metallic thread, 33 gauge wrapped wire and needles. Students will share fabric dyes and block printing materials in class. Student Provides: 4” embroidery hoop; 12” x 12” Evertite frame or stretcher bars, OR 10” embroidery hoop; 6” ruler; acid free dark green marking pen; white tissue paper; tweezers; white quilter’s pencil (optional); masking or painter’s tape; wire cutters; small sharp scissors; scissors for cutting paper; needle threader; and usual stitching supplies. Magnification is highly recommended.

Class Number: 204

Class Title: Elegant Strawberry Scissor Amulet & Needlecase Designed By: Pat Lauer Teacher: Bobbi Norris

This Elegant Strawberry Scissor Amulet & Needlecase was designed in the early 1980s by Pat Lauer. Through time the original pattern was lost; however, it is with great thanks to Pat for permission to re-create it and it has come to life again. It is a good place to carry scissors, lunch tickets, room key or just stylishly worn to all embroidery events to be admired.

Kit Contents: Beads, embellishments, needle and thread necessary to complete the project. Scissors are included. Student Provides: Usual stitching supplies, light and magnifier (optional)

Technique: Peyote Beading

Design Area: Scissor amulet itself is approximately 2" x 3"

Proficiency Level: Beginning-Intermediate

Kit Cost: $100

Pre-Work: None

Class Number: 205

Technique: Traditional, Surface, Dimensional Embroidery

Design Area: 8"x10"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: $89

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Echo Canyon Designed By: Jeanette Rees Teacher: Jeanette Rees

Echo Canyon encompasses popular aspects of the southwest starting with the colorful end of the day sky. Horses race across the canyon as the basket maker, wrapped in her serape, watches the sunset. She sits on a Navajo rug next to an Agave plant, the basis for basket making. The life story as told by a Navajo woman will be included in class. A partial line-drawn canvas (congress cloth) with a light color washed sky will be provided. The boot shape utilizes a variety of threads and stitches, using batik fabrics, padding, and beaded embellishments with traditional, surface, and dimensional stitches. Techniques include color manipulation, padding, and appliqué of fabric attachments. A band with turquoise and bronze colored beads completes the finishing touch. An ultra-suede heel completes the boot. Options will be given for those wishing to stitch the design in a rectangle shape rather than a boot.

Kit Contents: 24-ct congress cloth, eggshell, solid and over dye silks and cottons from Caron Collection, The Thread Gatherer, Rainbow Gallery, Kreinik metallic, Simply Wool from The Gentle Art, Heathway Wool, and Valdani pearl cotton. Embellishments include batik fabric, woven ribbon fabric, and beads. Student Provides: 11” x13" stretcher bars, tacks, laying tool, sharp scissors, frame weight or holder, magnification/light if desired, good scissors and paper scissors, personal stitching supplies, and extra needles (Kit includes #24, #26 tapestry, #8 Sharp)

Class Number: 206

Cool

Warm

Class Title: More Color Play Designed By: Jennifer Riefenberg Teacher: Jennifer Riefenberg

The brilliant colors of kites on a warm summer day are recreated in More Color Play. The original Color Play course took color theory into a new realm of learning. More Color Play is a companion to and an extension of the original. A companion in color, you will continue to learn new ways to approach the painted canvas. You will continue to explore and learn color interactions, color harmony, and value. The background also provides an opportunity to learn shadow stitching.

Kit Contents: Hand Painted 18 ct Mono Canvas 16” x 16." All required threads including Access Commodities, Bijoux , DMC #5 perle , Kreinik #4 Braid, Pure Palette Baroque Silk and Empress wool, Rainbow Gallery Silk Lame Braid, Rainbow Gallery Neon Rays, Valdani #8 Silk Perle 539 Student Provides: Stretcher bars to match canvas (16” x 16”) – preassembled for class, tacks or staples to attach canvas to stretcher bars Embroidery scissors, magnification, frame weight or stand, other basic stitching supplies.

Technique: Painted Canvas Embroidery

Design Area: 12" x 12"

Proficiency Level: Kit Cost: $140

Pre-Work: None

Class Number 207

Cool

Neutral

Warm

Class Title: Sonata Designed By: Debbie Rowley Teacher: Debbie Rowley

Tackle some fun Jean Hilton stitches in this project! Sonata features double fan doubleds, Amadeus, Sprat’s heads and mistake pinwheels, with several other pattern stitches for a complete design. Choose from three analogous color schemes – Cool (blue/green/purple/turquoise), Warm (red/orange/yellow/magenta) or Neutral (ecru/beige with touches of green). Students will be encouraged to learn the mechanics of each stitch so they can get out of the diagrams for a more enjoyable stitching experience. Experimentation is always welcome! Sonata is 8” square on 18 ct. canvas. Video stitch demonstrations are available to students during class, and after class so students can review as needed.

Technique: Counted Canvas Needlepoint

Design Area: 8" x 8"

Proficiency Level: Advanced Intermediate

Kit Cost: $123

Pre-Work: None

Kit Contents: Book, canvas and all threads needed for the project. Student Provides: Two pairs of 14" stretcher bars, usual stitching supplies, no specialized tools required.

Class Number: 208

Kit Contents: Threads, silk ribbon, six needles, cotton and muslin ground fabrics, cotton applique fabric, custom made needle lace pad, felt for padding, 32 gauge wire, tissue paper, instructions with close up photographs. Student Provides: One pair 12" stretcher bars and one pair 14" stretcher bars, tacks, 3 or 4 inch embroidery hoop, tweezers or burling irons, laying tool, paper scissors, small box for storing small detached pieces of padding and needle lace, 5mm mechanical pencil, sharpened white chalk pencil such as quilters use, spool of light colored sewing thread for basting, usual sewing kit including small ruler, sewing pins and thread cutting scissors. Optional items include: magnification and lighting, wire needle threader to thread #10 crewel needle, small pincushion or needle roll, small wire cutters for cutting 32 gauge wire.

Technique: Stumpwork & Applique Design Area:5 1/2" x 7"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate Kit Cost: $48

Pre-Work: 2 Hours; Students will be sent patterns and felt to cut out padding and table at home. This avoids trying to fly with fabric scissors. No actual stitching to be done before class.

Class Title: Farmers' Market Designed By: Kim Sanders Teacher: Kim Sanders

Inspired by a child minding her family's stall at the Farmers' Market, this piece captures the bounty of late summer flowers and vegetables. A variety of raised and padded techniques will challenge the student with previous surface embroidery experience. Needle lace is worked directly on the piece over felt, detached over a cordonnet, and detached over wrapped wire. Students will work the detached needle lace elements on a custom made needle lace pad. Using two different sizes of pearl cotton provides the opportunity for different degrees of texture. The child's braid is simply braided floss and can be omitted should the embroiderer prefer the subject to be a boy. Padding is used extensively under long and short shading, burden stitch and satin stitch to create a bas relief embroidery. Wrapped or buttonhole covered wire, wrapped beads and embroidered beads increase the dimensionality of the piece.

Class Number: 209

Technique: Soutache & Bead Embroidery with Shibori Ribbon

Design Area: 2 1/4" x 4 3/4"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: $80

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Rocaille Refinement Designed By: Amee Sweet McNamara Teacher: Amee Sweet McNamara

Calling all Lily-Gilders, Tassel-Hangers and Glitter-Sprinklers… this is SO your kind of jewelry! Achieve elegant results in Soutache & Bead Embroidery. Adventurous Beginners will learn all the Basics including Aligning & Stacking, Shaping Stitches, Ending Stacks, Backing & Edge-Beading and creating Peyote Stitch Bezel. Those with more experience will be fascinated by new techniques including sculpting with Shibori ribbon, connecting components and creating a sturdy-but-delicate-looking captured-bead chain – a technique that can be used again and again in future soutache projects.

Kit Contents: Projects may not be finished in class but every kit comes with Amee Runs with Scissors’ full-color, “Whole Story” step-by-step instructions making it easy to finish the project at home. Kits will be provided in a variety of color-ways. Student Provides: Students should come to class with a surface to bead on (bead board or bead blanket), good, sharp scissors and any magnifiers or extra task lighting desired. To complete the work, students will also need pliers, flush-cutters and looping or rosary pliers.

S02 Studio Time Self-Directed

Thursday and Friday

When you choose this as your “class,” space will be provided for you to work on your own projects in the company of other stitchers while working at your own pace. Stitch on that new project or a neglected older project you have been meaning to work on. It’s a great opportunity to work on projects that would benefit from uninterrupted stitching time and the helpful advice of other stitchers. NOTE: There is no faculty assigned to this class.

Class Number: 101

Class Title: Mr. & Mrs. Freeze Designed By: Margaret Bendig Teacher: Margaret Bendig

Please join us for a day of fun stitching with Mr. & Mrs. Freeze. In this class you have the choice of signing up for one or both ornaments of our happy couple. Our day will begin with a brief overview of both sets of instructions and then stitching begins. As we go along all the students will receive instruction for the design of their choice. If you have chosen to purchase both kits, you may decide to work on one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. If one ornament is enough for you, lots of progress will be made stitching all day. No wasted stitching time in this class! This little couple are counted canvas designs worked with specialty threads. These ornaments do not take a lot of time and make wonderful gifts for family and friends. They can be dressed and ready for the first Christmas Party of the year!

Technique: Counted Canvas Design Area: 8" x 8"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: $45 (each)

Pre-Work: Yes - For each canvas the prework will take less than an hour and you will be ready to stitch all day. The prework is simple Continental Stitch and will allow you to jump in and get busy right away.

Kit Contents: All threads, canvas, instructions, color photos, needles and postage for the prework. Student Provides: Two pairs of 8" Stretcher Bars for each canvas, usual stitching supplies. Light and magnification (optional)

Class Number: 102

Autumn Gold Colorway

Periwinkle Colorway

Prickly Pear Colorway

Class Title: Beads, Baubles and Bangles Designed By: Kurdy Biggs Teacher: Kurdy Biggs

Would you like to create some stitched and wearable art in a day? Beads, baubles and bangles can help you accomplish that goal. We will stitch a cuff and pendant using a variety of stitches that include Crescents, Jessica and Sprats Heads. To make our wearable art shine, we will stitch it with stranded and perle silks along with metallics. Of course there will be beads and crystals added to the finished project because there must be sparkle in jewelry! There are three colorways to entice you into stitching beads, baubles and bangles. A finishing demonstration will show how to finish the 6”x1 3/8“ silver plated flexible cuff and the 3”x2” silver plated pendant.

Technique: Counted canvas stitching and embellishment

Design Area: Cuff: 6 1/3"x1 3/8" Pendant: 3"x2"

Proficiency Level: Basic--Intermediate

Kit Cost: $125

Pre-Work: None

Kit Contents: 6”x10” Soft Ivory #18 mono canvas, Gloriana or Waterlillies 12 strand silk, Soiee Perlee or Elegance, Accentuate or Kreinik, 4mm crystals, beads, needles, silver plated cuff and pendant, and stitching and finishing instructions. Student Provides: 10”x 6” stretcher bars and tacks or staples to attach the canvas to stretcher bars. Highlighter and usual stitching supplies including light, laying tool, frame stand or weight and magnifier if needed.

Class Number: 103

Technique: Stumpwork Design Area: 5" x 7"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: $45

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Calla Lilies on North Bank Road Designed By: Celeste Chalasani Teacher: Celeste Chalasani

Calla Lilies flourish in Humboldt County, California. In the Spring, they grow proudly, with large ruffled leaves and tubular flowers. The hillside along North Bank Road is dotted with calla lilies, as if someone painted the landscape for all to enjoy. In this class, you will learn intermediate Stumpwork embroidery while couching wire and using needle lace techniques to create a beautiful calla lily. Your kit includes the hand dyed fabrics, threads and wire for embroidering the flowers and leaves.

Kit Contents: Instructions, hand dyed silk dupioni, cotton batik fabric, fine silk thread, stranded cotton thread, felt, 33 gauge wrapped wire and needles Student Provides: 4” and 6” embroidery hoops; 12” x 12” Evertite frame or stretcher bars, OR 10” embroidery hoop; 6” ruler; acid free green felt tip marking pen; acid free glue stick; white tissue paper; straight pins; tweezers; masking or painter’s tape; small sharp scissors; needle threader; and usual stitching supplies. Magnification is highly recommended.

Class Number: 104

Class Title: Firecracker Needlecase Designed By: Cynthia Hambrick Teacher: Cynthia Hambrick

A 3-dimensional beaded Firecracker Needlecase adorned with fun drops and Swarovskis. The Firecracker Needle Case will say “America” and “USA”. This delightful project will teach the student shaped tubular peyote, decreasing, and embellishments techniques.

Technique: Shaped Beadwork Design Area: 1" x 4"

Proficiency Level: Beginning-Intermediate

Kit Cost: $30

Pre-Work: None

Kit Contents: All Delica beads, Swarovskis, embellishments, needles and threads necessary to complete the piece Student Provides: Bead mat, lighting and scissors.

Class Number: 105

Technique: Traditional and surface stitching with fabric appliqué and color washing

Design Area: 9"x7"

Proficiency Level: Basic-Intermediate

Kit Cost: $50

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Canyon Sunset Designed By: Jeanette Rees Teacher: Jeanette Rees

This piece is a quick, fun one to stitch. Canyon Sunset captures an early evening view with bare branches and foliage stitched on top of appliquéd batik fabric. The class begins with color washing the canvas, on which the student will then do both surface and traditional stitching. The bare tree branches are surface stitched with overdyed flosses while the foliage is stitched with Wildflowers. Batik fabric enhances the stitched trees and color washed background. The canvas will be line drawn so there is no pre-work for this class! Canyon Sunset focuses on just a few different stitches along with fabric fusing and can be completed quickly. Creativity is encouraged, as students add their own touches to this stitched sunset. Color wash paints and brushes will be available for use in class. This class will give the stitcher all the needed elements to complete the piece at home.

Kit Contents: Instructions with color photo, line drawn canvas, threads, and materials needed to complete design. Student Provides: 11” x13" stretcher bars, tacks, laying tool, sharp scissors, frame weight or holder, magnification/light if desired, personal stitching supplies.

Class Number: 106

Kit Contents: Hand Painted 18 ct Mono Canvas 8” x 8”, Threads (Assortment), Instruction Booklet

Technique: Painted Canvas Embroidery and Color Theory

Design Area: 8"x8"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: $55

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Sampling of Color Designed By: Jennifer Riefenberg Teacher: Jennifer Riefenberg

This workshop presents new ways to approach compound stitches and apply new concepts and methods to the painted- or unpainted-canvas. A notebook canvas is used for experimentation and learning of color concepts and color effects. What color combinations can be used, and how to come up with threads and colors for an entirely new look are explored. A unique approach to the painted canvas is presented, expanding the possibilities and options of the same. I stayed with a minimal number of color choices and threads to stitch the notebook sampler. Introducing more color choices can lead to disharmony in the sampler as well as lead to confusion. It is much easier to take on one or two controlled concepts and study those prior to introducing other, more complex concepts.

You are strongly encouraged to pick and choose your own stitches and colors to complete the canvas. You may also bring some of your own threads for experimentation. If so, I recommend threads like #4 Kreinik metallic or #8 or #12 perle or similar weights. Solids, overdyed, or spacedyed threads are welcome.

May you enjoy a new and varied approach to the painted canvas as you expand your lnowledge of color. Student Provides: Stretcher bars to match canvas (8” x 8”) – preassembled for class, tacks or staples to attach canvas to stretcher bars, embroidery scissors, magnification, frame weight or stand, other basic stitching supplies.

Class Number 107

Technique: Counted Canvas Design Area: 8" x 10"

Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Kit Cost: $100

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Cornered Designed By: Debbie Rowley Teacher: Debbie Rowley

Turning corners with border stitches can present a challenge – Cornered is filled with a variety of border stitches that turn inside and outside corners, all stitched with Presencia pearl cottons in varying weights, so no laying of threads! The project is 8” x 10” on 18 ct. white canvas, with a red/white/blue/gold color scheme. Stitches include several types of Jessicas, sprat’s heads, Amadeus, Rhodes, crescents, herringbone, waffles and others.

Kit Contents: Includes several balls of pearl cotton in #5, #8, #12 and #16 weight, along with Presencia metallic floss, canvas and instruction book Student Provides: Pair of 14" and 16" Stretcher Bars , usual stitching supplies. Light and magnification (optional)

Class Number: 108

Technique: Surface Embroidery

Design Area: 5 1/4" x 2 1/4"

Proficiency Level: All Kit Cost: $24

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: Bright Flowers Designed By: Kim Sanders Teacher: Kim Sanders

Whether for a special gift or a pretty way to store their own readers, students will stitch a vibrantly colored eyeglass case with easy to use pearl cotton. Emphasis is on mastering several surface embroidery stitches. While the stitches are simple enough for the beginning surface embroiderer, tips on creating smooth satin stitch and adding a new thread invisibly to a line of stitches will benefit the more advanced embroiderer. Kit contains all materials needed to finish the eyeglass case. The case is stitched with No. 5 pearl cotton on linen twill fabric. Frequently used surface stitches include: French knots, satin, outline and buttonhole stitches. Also included are some less familiar stitches that are easy to execute: closed fly, couching and whipped spider web. Students will have a choice of two color schemes. Color Options: Pink & Red or Blue & Teal Kit Contents: Five #5 pearl cottons, Linen twill fabric with design drawn on, Satin lining for case interior, Interfacing to stiffen case, Two colors of #11 seed beads, Needles, Comprehensive, well-illustrated instructions including detailed information to finish the eyeglass case Student Provides: White or ivory sewing thread, 4” or 5” hoop, Usual embroidery tools

Class Number: 109

Technique: Bead Embroidery with Shibori Ribbon

Design Area: 1 1/2"x3"

Proficiency Level: Basic Kit Cost: $60

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: "Indulgence" Earrings Designed By: Amee Sweet McNamara Teacher: Amee Sweet McNamara

This is a great beginner class for folks who are curious about working with Shibori ribbon. Learn how to manipulate the pleats into elegant curves and then finish with rhinestone cup chain, sequins and a variety of bead embroidery techniques. Students will be encouraged to modify the basic template shape and/or size.

Kit Contents: Earring posts will be provided with kits but can be traded for French hooks if desired. Kits will be offered in a variety of color-ways. Student Provides: Students should bring good scissors, a surface to work on (such as a beading mat) and any additional light or magnifiers with which they like to work. Project may be completed in class.

S01 Studio Time Self-Directed

Saturday

When you choose this as your “class,” space will be provided for you to work on your own projects in the company of other stitchers. It’s a great opportunity to work on those UFOs currently lurking in your closet! NOTE: There is no faculty assigned to this class.

Class Number: M01 Tuesday, June 9, 2020 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Technique: Surface Embroidery

Design Area: 4 1/2" x 3 3/4"

Proficiency Level: All Kit Cost: $25

Pre-Work: None

Class Title: The Stars at Night Felt Needlebook Designed By: Tawney Carter Teacher: Tawney Carter

Make a needle book that reminds you of the night sky near Marfa Texas, where you can see the milky way nearly every night and the view of the desert goes on for miles. Each student will be given a variety of cacti and flowers that were cut with precision dies. You will be encouraged to use as many or as few of the cut outs as you wish to create a one of a kind needle book. Not only will we will go over the basic stitches needed to complete the project but, we will also talk about using “crafty tools” to play with and embellish your needlework.

Kit Contents: Felt, needles, all threads. Student Provides: Usual stitching supplies to include sharp embroidery scissors, and various needles.

Class Number: M02 Tuesday, June 9, 2020 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Class Title: Simply Roses Designed By: Pat Goaley Teacher: Pat Goaley

This is a lovely technique class. Learn the basics of forming beautiful roses with ribbon. We will make a full rose, rose bud, leaves, and stems. I will show you various applications for the assembly and display.

Technique: Silk Ribbon Embroidery

Design Area: 4" x 3 1/2"

Proficiency Level: Beginner

Kit Cost: $25

Pre-Work: None

Kit Contents: Silk Shantung, Muslin, Batting, Hannah Silks in 1 inch, 1/2 inch and 4mm. Gloriana Silk Perle, wires, sewing thread in various colors, needles. Student Provides: 6 inch excellent wood hoop with screw to tighten and bias tape wrapped inside hoop (such as Hardwicke Manor hoops). Requires scissors for floral wire, embroidery scissors, magnification, and lighting.

Class Number: M03 Tuesday, June 9, 2020 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Class Title: Tila Weave Band Designed By: Deborah Roberti of Around the Beading Table Teacher: Joyce McCoig

This bracelet is quick to make using size 11/0 Miyuki rocaille seed beads and Miyuki Tila beads! Make either the wide black and red band or the slimmer turquoise band.

Technique: Beading Design Area: Black bracelet is 1" Turquoise is 3/4"

Proficiency Level: All Kit Cost: $25

Pre-Work: None

Kit Contents: Beads, Fireline, needle, bead mat, instructions Student Provides: Scissors, light and magnifier if desired

Class Number: M04 Tuesday, June 9, 2020 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Class Title: Bullion Roses Designed By: Karin Shaw Teacher: Karin Shaw

This class is an introduction to the bullion knot. The design is a simple heart decorated with bullion roses and daisy stitches. Depending on the skill level of the student, more embellishments can be added. The final project is a tri-fold card with the elegantly embroidered heart in the front.

Kit Contents: Card, Silk, floss and needle Student Provides: Student need only bring normal stitching supplies. A hoop is not required for this project and is actually discouraged.

Technique: Bullion & Daisy Stitches

Design Area: 2 1/2" x 2 1/2"

Proficiency Level: Beginner

Kit Cost: $25

Pre-Work: None

Upcoming Dates

Early Registration June 20 to July 31, 2019

Begin Hotel Reservations July 1, 2019

General Registration August 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020

Class Changes ($25 Administrative Fee per change)

April 1 to May 1, 2020

Class Selection Notification October 5, 2019

½ Fee Payment Due November 9, 2019

Balance of Fee Payment Due February 1, 2020

Seminar Begins June 10, 2020

Registration

How do I register? The best way to register is to complete all appropriate fields on the registration form found on the SCR website at scr2020seminar.org. This web form can be completed on any device with an internet connection and will give the option to pay via check or credit card. Once you fill out the registration you will receive email confirmation that the registration form was submitted.

Alternately, this form SCR 2020 Registration Form can be printed and filled in manually. You can then email a scanned copy of the form to scr2020registrar@gmail.com. Or you may mail your registration form with the deposit to the registrar at:

SCR 2020 Registrar P.O. Box 593082 San Antonio TX 78259

You will receive an email response within three days of receipt of your deposit and registration form. All response correspondence will be via e-mail unless you choose to have this sent via US Postal Service.

How can I pay for Seminar? You may pay electronically or by check, made out to SCR Seminar 2020. Cash will also be accepted for deposits made during the SCR 2019 Seminar in Bella Vista, AR. Keep in mind your registration is not complete until the deposit has been paid. Once you finish your online registration you will be given three options to pay. 1. Pay the full registration minus kit fees via credit card. If you choose this option you will be directed to our credit card merchant, Square, to complete the transaction.

2. If you choose to pay only the deposit by credit card, you will receive an email invoice and instructions on how to pay. You must pay this invoice within 10 days of receipt or your registration will be cancelled. 3. If you chose the pay by check option, then you will need to mail the check to:

SCR 2020 Registrar P.O. Box 593082 San Antonio TX 78259

Once final class selection is complete in October, you will receive an invoice via email indicating the ½ payment due November 9th and final payment due February 1st. There will be directions on how to pay electronically on the invoice or you can send a check via mail. For any questions please contact the registrar at scr2020registrar@gmail.com.

Return this form to

SCR 2020 Registrar. P.O. Box 593082 San Antonio TX 78259. scr2020registrar@gmail.com.

Seminar Questionnaire

EGA South Central Region Seminar 2020

Create a Vision

June 10-13, 2020

Registration Form

Name (Please Print) _____________________________________________________________________________________

Street ________________________________________________________________________________________________

City, State, Zip Code ____________________________________________________________________________________

Phone (Day) ________________________________________ Phone (Night) ______________________________________

Email _________________________________________________________________________________________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT

Name (Please Print) _____________________________________________________________________________________

Phone (Day) ________________________________________ Phone (Night) ______________________________________

Yes No

May we include your name & contact information in the Participant's Handbook?

Is this your first time at a SCR seminar?

Are you a chapter president?

Are you a voting delegate for your chapter?

Are you a life member?

Are you willing to be a volunteer?

Can you volunteer during class times?

Are you willing to be a Class Angel?

*Angels are the teacher's helpers during the class, and you will be required to attend an orientation.

Are you staying at the hotel?

*If you are taking more than a 1-day class and are not staying at the hotel you will incur a $75 facility fee

How do you prefer receiving your paperwork?

Email Mail via USPS

EGA Number-

* If you are not an EGA member you can either join the San Antonio Needlework Guild (SANG) chapter for $55 or attend as a non-member for $75

Please describe any special assistance or dietary restrictions you may have?

I release the Embroiderers' Guild of American, Inc. (EGA), the South Central Region (SCR), and the San Antonio Needlework Guild (SANG) from a liability for theft, property damage or personal injury while participating in or attending any or all functions and meetings of EGA SCR 2020. I have read and understand EGA's cancellation policy and facilities use policies. I understand that the SCR 2020 Seminar facilities fee is $75 for those not staying in the hotel.

Signature______________________________________________________________________ Date_________________________

Return this form to

SCR 2020 Registrar. P.O. Box 593082 San Antonio TX 78259. scr2020registrar@gmail.com.

Class Selection

Registration Fee Worksheet

MINI CLASS – JUNE 9, 2020- 3PM - 5PM

CLASS # TITLE TEACHER

1st

Choice

2nd

Choice

MINI CLASS – June 9, 2020 - 7PM - 9PM

CLASS # TITLE TEACHER

1st

Choice

2nd

Choice

CLASSES STARTING THURSDAY JUNE 11, 2020

CLASS # TITLE TEACHER

1st

Choice

2nd

Choice

3rd

Choice

CLASSES STARTING SATURDAY JUNE 13, 2020

CLASS # TITLE TEACHER

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Choice

2nd

Choice

3rd

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Qty Item Cost

1 Non-refundable Deposit $80.00

3-Day class- Includes hospitality package, 3 lunches, and banquet - $395.00 $

2-day class + 1-day Studio Time - Includes hospitality package, 3 lunches, and banquet- $370.00 $

1-day class + 2-day Studio Time - Includes hospitality package, 3 lunches, and banquet- $345.00 $

3-day Studio Time - Includes hospitality package, 3 lunches, and banquet-$320.00 $

2-day class includes hospitality package, 2 lunches - $295.00 $

1-day class (Saturday) Includes hospitality package & 1 lunch - $270.00 $

Region day tour - $20.00 Each $

Number of extra lunch tickets needed for Thursday -$30.00 each $

Number of extra lunch tickets needed for Friday -$30.00 each $

Number of extra lunch tickets needed for Saturday -$30.00 each $

Number of extra banquet tickets -$60.00 each $

How many merchandise tables would you like? - $40 each $

How many Stash sale tables would you like? $30 each (1/2 table $20) $

Facility Fee for not staying in the hotel (those only taking a 1-day class are exempt) $75 $

Total $

Tuesday, June 9, 2020

1:00-5:00 PM 3:00-5:00 PM 6:00-9:00 PM 5:30-7:30 PM 7:00-9:00 PM

2020 Registration/Information desk open Mini Class Session One SCR Executive Meeting Manager's Reception Mini Class Session Two

Wednesday, June 10, 2020

6:00-9:00 AM 8:00 AM-6:00 PM 8:00 AM-7:00 PM 9:30 AM-2:30 PM 12:00 Noon-5:30 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 4:00-5:00 PM 5:00-6:00 PM 5:00-6:00 PM 5:00-6:00 PM 4:30-7:00 PM 5:30-7:30 PM 6:00-6:30 PM 7:00-9:00 PM

Breakfast Boutique Open 2020 Registration/Information desk open Region Day Tour Seminar 2021 Registration Open SCR Annual Meeting Chapter Officer Training Angel Meeting First Timers' Meeting Volunteer Meeting Dinner on your own Manager's Reception Meet the Teachers Merchandise Night

Thursday, June 11, 2020

6:00-9:00 AM 8:00 AM-6:00 PM 8:00 AM-7:00 PM 8:00 AM-7:00 PM 8:00 AM-5:30 PM 8:30-11:30 AM 12:00-1:00 PM 1:30-4:30 PM 4:30-5:30 PM 4:30-7:00 PM 5:30-7:30 PM 6:00-7:00 PM 7:00-9:00 PM 7:00-9:00 PM

Breakfast Boutique Open 2020 Registration/Information desk open Opportunity Knocks Seminar 2021 Registration Open Morning Class Session Luncheon Afternoon Class Session Future Seminar Committee Meeting Dinner on your own Manager's Reception Meet the Teachers Stash Sale Boutique Open

Friday, June 12, 2020

6:00-9:00 AM 8:00 AM-6:00 PM 8:00 AM-5:30 PM 8:00 AM-5:30 PM 8:00 AM-5:30 PM 8:30-11:30 AM 12:00-1:00 PM 1:30-4:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 6:30-8:30 PM

Breakfast Boutique Open 2020 Registration/Information desk open Opportunity Knocks Seminar 2021 Registration Open Morning Class Session Luncheon Afternoon Class Session Happy Hour at Manager's Reception Banquet

Saturday, June 13, 2020

7:00-10:30 AM 8:00 AM-1:00 PM 8:00 AM-2:00 PM 8:00 AM-2:00 PM 8:30-11:30 AM 12:00-1:00 PM 1:30-4:30 PM 5:30-7:30 PM 5:30 PM-midnight!

Breakfast Boutique Open 2020 Registration/Information desk open Seminar 2021 Registration Open Morning Class Session Luncheon Afternoon Class Session Manager's Reception Seminar Committee Wrap Party

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Location and DirectionsLocated between Austin & San Antonio on Interstate 35, Exit

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Call 512-392-6450 and ask for "In House Room Reservations" to reserve rooms. A credit card guarantee will be required to reserve

a room.

Reservations can be cancelled up to 3 days prior to arrival for no charge.

DINING

Every guest at Embassy Suites by Hilton enjoys a freemade-to-order breakfast each morning.

Enjoy complimentary beverages* and snacks at the EveningReception.

Casual dining in our restaurant, Rocky River Grille. Espresso, coffee and sundries in Caffeina’s Marketplace.

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HOTEL SERVICES FACT SHEET

Free Made-to-Order Breakfast

Hours

Monday through Friday: 6:00am to 9:00am Saturday and Sunday: 7:00am to 10:30am

Complimentary Evening Reception

Hours Daily: 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Rocky River Grille Ext. 2041

Hours Lunch: 11:30am to 2:00pm Dinner: 5:00pm to 10:00pm

Caffeina’s Ext. 2040

Starbucks gift card/debit card not accepted.

Hours Monday through Saturday: 6:00am to 10:00pm

Sunday: 7:00am to 7:00pm

Spa Botanica Ext. 2066

Hours of Operation may vary

Hours Monday: Closed

Tuesday through Saturday: 9:00am to 8:00pm Sunday: 9:00am to 3:00pm

Laundry

Located on 6th Floor

You'll be looking sharp with your visionary new nametag at Seminar 2020!! You have the option of selecting either a name tag stitched on canvas or a beaded name tag.

Stitched name tag kit includes: chart, thread, stitching instructions, wooden hoop, lanyard chain and acid-free backing board. This kit also includes instructions for some finishing options. Kit cost $30.

Beaded name tag kit includes: chart, instructions, all beads, thread, needle, stickers, charm, lanyard chain and glasses. Kit cost $30.

An additional shipping cost of $8 will be charged for any kits not picked up at the Bella Vista 2019

Seminar.

Amee Sweet McNamara

Ask Amee K. Sweet-McNamara why her fine-art jewelry business is called “Amee Runs with Scissors,’’ and she usually just laughs and says, “Because it sounds a whole lot sexier than ‘Amee Eats Paste.’” Working out of her New Hampshire home, Sweet-McNamara makes one-of-a-kind pieces of wearable-art textile-jewelry using a technique called “Soutache & Bead Embroidery” which involves hand-stitching yards and yards of soutache braid and hundreds of tiny beads.

Bobbi Norris

Bobbi Norris has stitched, embroidered and created for as long as she can remember, making her first dress in second grade. Bobbi estimates that nearly everything sheI owned during high school had some type of embroidery on it. She fell in love with counted cross-stitch as a young adult and now has a growing need to thread a beading needle. Bobbi is an active member of the Houston Embroiderers’ Guild, and has taught and designed beading projects and programs for her chapter and local needlework. Now with encouragement from friends, Bobbi is spreading her love of beading to others.

Catherine Theron

Catherine was born and raised in a Connecticut household filled with antique quilts and a lovely New England sampler created by one if her great great great grandmothers. Surrounded by two grandmothers who sewed, stitched crewel and canvas pieces, crocheted, and knitted; becoming a passionate needlewoman was an easy career path for Catherine. Catherine has been designing counted thread needlework for more than 30 years under the company name Theron Traditions and was a founding partner in the popular thread company The Gentle Art. Her interests lie primarily in samplers and the many stitches used to create these beautiful pieces. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge of various counted thread stitches. Her pieces range from 17 Century inspired band samplers to primitive American-style pictorial samplers. She has never met a sampler or a sampler stitch she didn't love! Catherine has caught for EGA and ANG Chapters, EGA Regional Seminars, sampler guilds, private groups, museums, and wholesale trade shows. Her designs have been featured in Just CrossStitch and Fine Lines magazines.

Celeste Chalasani

Celeste Chalasani is a graduate of the National Academy of Needlearts Teachers’ Certification program specializing in Stumpwork. She was invited to accession her piece “Tidal Treasures” into the NAN Permanent Collection at the Gregg School of Art & Design at North Carolina State University. Celeste teaches at chapter workshops, regional and national seminars, online for Craftsy and also teaches an EGA ICC on Stumpwork. She has been published in Needle Arts, Piecework Magazine, and GPR Designers 2012. Celeste designed and donated her “Poppy Remembrance Pin” in 2019 to EGA’s National Outreach Project supporting America’s wounded service members. “Teaching Stumpwork is a labor of love for me. I am passionate about sharing what I know. I approach teaching from the understanding that different people learn in different ways. I strive to provide clear written instructions with step by step color photos, orally explain the technique with color coded visual aids, demonstrate stitches and techniques, and work one on one with each student as they practice their techniques.”

Cynthia Hambrick

Cynthia Hambrick's first introduction to beadwork came in 2004, when she made and embellished cloth dolls. Beading became her passion and she gained experience in many different techniques. Cynthia soon found that others wanted her to teach them as well. Cynthia began teaching beginner classes through Austin Stitchery Guild in 2005. She continued on to teach more advanced classes as the years progressed. Cynthia has taught at many EGA events including National and Regional Seminars. Cynthia's background in computer programming and mathematics (BBA in Information Science from the University of Texas with a focus on math) was excellent training for developing very detailed instructions for her patterns. Students also appreciate Cynthia's attention to detail as her kits contain everything needed to complete the project, including dowels, tins, fringe beads and other hard to locate items. Cynthia says "I particularly enjoy creating 3 dimensional shaped pieces such as Christmas ornaments, vessels and especially boxes! "

Debbie Rowley

Debbie Rowley lives in Conway, AR, with her husband of 40+ years, Rod, and two Shelties, Misty and Spirit. She has two married adult children, three grandchildren and four granddogs. Debbie dreamed of being a writer and received a BA in journalism from Central State University, Oklahoma (now University of Central Oklahoma); she employs that desire to write in her charted instructions. Debbie has stitched for almost 30 years, been in business as DebBee’s Designs for 14 years, and a needlework teacher for 14 years. She has published designs in several magazines and publications, including Needlepointers and Needlepoint Now.

Jeanette Rees

Jeanette Rees is a passionate, dedicated and self-taught needleworker who endeavors to help all stitchers achieve! Jeanette owned a Bernina Sewing Center and then a needlework and framing shop for 13 years. She currently teaches workshops and classes on multiple platforms. As a member of ANG, EGA, NAN and the National Embroidery Teacher Association; Jeanette enjoys being a “member” herself! Thinking outside the box is a specialty; her creativity inspires her to bring in the many places she has lived. Jeanette is published in both cross stitch and canvas mediums. Jeanette currently resides with her husband John in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.

Jennifer Riefenberg

Jennifer is an accomplished needleartist, meshing her love of the arts into new and varied mediums. She loves teaching, both 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 Judge. Jennifer serves on the board of NAN as the Assistant Director of Judging. She teaches at national, regional, and local seminars. Jennifer has won numerous awards for her needleart and other artwork. She has 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. The visual journey continues as Jennifer is also a winner of national and regional awards with her paintings. Jennifer paints in various mediums – but is most at home, outside with nature and oil paint. She is a fourth-generation Colorado native and has degrees in engineering and mathematics.

Kim Sanders

Kim Sanders is an EGA Certified Teacher in crewel and surface embroidery and a Master Craftsman in surface embroidery and smocking. She has taught at seminars and shops and is the author of three GCC and an ICC. Kim has worked in textile conservation and been published in Inspirations, Australian Smocking and Embroidery, and Needle Arts.

Kurdy Biggs

Kurdy is a counted canvas designer, teacher and owner of Threedles Needleart Designs. Kurdy holds a Level II Teaching Certificate from the National Academy of Needlearts. Her Geometric designs have won numerous awards from ANG, NAN, EGA, TNNA and Woodlawn. She has been published in Needlepointers, Needlepoint Now, and Cross Stitch and Needlework. Kurdy has taught for national ANG, EGA and NAN seminars and in retail shops.

Margaret Bendig

Margaret Bendig resides in Santa Ana, California. She teaches needlework throughout the country and in Canada, in shops in California and Arizona as well as for EGA Region and National Seminars and ANG National Seminars. Although she loves all needlework, her focus is on counted thread techniques and counted canvas designs. Her designs have been featured as programs and workshops for many EGA and ANG chapters as well as in Needlepoint Now and Needlepointers magazines. Margaret began designing and teaching over 25 years ago. Margaret is an enthusiastic teacher and very willing to share her knowledge. She is always looking for an opportunity to use a skill or method in a new way. Margaret believes that we are never finished with our education and should pursue new ideas daily.

Patricia Goaley

A Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant retired from the US Navy, Pat has her Certificate and Diploma with Distinction from the Royal School and A Master Craftsman in both Crewel and Surface Embroidery. She is a Master Judge and is Chairman of the EGA Judging Program.

Join us for a tour to another world of crafting! Hop on the bus Wednesday morning for a visit to the

Wimberley Glassworks and be treated to a blown glass demonstration and shopping opportunity in

their show room!

Then we’ll go down the road to The Silo Glass Gallery

and Studio. The Silo Gallery features more than 2

dozen Texas artists specializing in 3D art forms. Set

next to a beautiful grotto with two relaxing waterfalls,

Silo Studio is the largest purpose built, warm glass

studio in Central Texas.

And no trip to San Marcos would be complete without a ride on a glass bottom boat! We’ll finish our

tour with lunch at The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment (formerly Aquarena Springs)

and a ride on a glass bottom boat. Unforgettable attractions to experience at this beautiful nature park

include a phenomenal underwater perspective of Spring Lake (headwaters of the San Marcos River),

hundreds of bubbling springs, archeological site, historical landmarks, and more. Close-up view of

fish, turtles, prawns and species found ONLY in Spring Lake or the San Marcos River, such as the

endangered Texas Blind Salamander.

ALWAYS WEAR YOUR NAME TAG. This helps the teacher identify you by name.

BE ON TIME. Arrive early enough to set up and be ready when class starts. This includes returning

from breaks or lunch on time. Notify the teacher and the class angel if you will be late or have to

leave class early.

LISTEN TO THE TEACHER. If you don’t understand, or need help, ask for help from the teacher, not

your stitching neighbor.

ASK QUESTIONS…BUT, remember this is a group project. Do not monopolize the teacher’s time or

discuss unrelated personal needlework projects.

KEEP CONVERSATION TO A MINIMUM. Lots of talking is distracting to the teacher and

classmates.

RESPECT COPYRIGHT LAWS. Workshop directions are not to be copied or taught without written

permission from the teacher.

NO SMOKING, FOOD OR DRINK is allowed in the work or display areas. Don’t touch other’s

needlework unless invited to do so and then only if your hands are clean.

NO PERFUME or smelly lotion. Many people are allergic to perfumes.

DO NOT VISIT OTHER CLASSROOMS during the class period. Such visits are disruptive to the

teacher and to the students.

NO EXTENSION CORDS ALLOWED. All student electronics, including task lights, used in the

classrooms must be battery operated.

CELL PHONES should be turned off or set to silent or vibrate. If you must take a phone call while in

class, exit the classroom before starting your conversation.

Upcoming Dates

Early Registration June 20 to July 31, 2019

Begin Hotel Reservations July 1, 2019

General Registration August 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020

Class Changes ($25 Administrative Fee per change)

April 1 to May 1, 2020

Class Selection Notification October 5, 2019

½ Fee Payment Due November 9, 2019

Balance of Fee Payment Due February 1, 2020

Seminar Begins June 10, 2020

Registration How do I register? The best way to register is to complete all appropriate fields on the registration form found on the SCR website at scr2020seminar.org. This web form can be completed on any device with an internet connection and will give the option to pay via check or credit card. Once you fill out the registration you will receive email confirmation that the registration form was submitted.

Alternately, this form SCR 2020 Registration Form can be printed and filled in manually. You can then email a scanned copy of the form to scr2020registrar@gmail.com. Or you may mail your registration form with the deposit to the registrar at:

SCR 2020 Registrar P.O. Box 593082 San Antonio TX 78259

You will receive an email response within three days of receipt of your deposit and registration form. All response correspondence will be via e-mail unless you choose to have this sent via US Postal Service.

How can I pay for Seminar? You may pay electronically or by check, made out to SCR Seminar 2020. Cash will also be accepted for deposits made during the SCR 2019 Seminar in Bella Vista, AR. Keep in mind your registration is not complete until the deposit has been paid. Once you finish your online registration you will be given three options to pay. 1. Pay the full registration minus kit fees via credit card. If you choose this option you will be directed to our credit card merchant, Square, to complete the transaction.

2. If you choose to pay only the deposit by credit card, you will receive an email invoice and instructions on how to pay. You must pay this invoice within 10 days of receipt or your registration will be cancelled. 3. If you chose the pay by check option, then you will need to mail the check to:

SCR 2020 Registrar P.O. Box 593082 San Antonio TX 78259

Once final class selection is complete in October, you will receive an invoice via email indicating the ½ payment due November 9th and final payment due February 1st. There will be directions on how to pay electronically on the invoice or you can send a check via mail. For any questions please contact the registrar at scr2020registrar@gmail.com.

Meals What meals are included with the seminar registration? Registration for the full seminar (any combination of 3-day classes or Studio Time) includes lunch Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and the Banquet on Friday night. What if I have dietary restrictions? Please indicate your needs on the registration form. Although we cannot accommodate dietary preferences we do need to verify any dietary restrictions such as food allergies, diabetes, vegetarian, religious etc. Limit this to dietary restrictions only. Thank you for understanding.

Classes What if the class I selected does not fill and needs to be cancelled? Classes may be cancelled in the event of insufficient enrollment, teacher illness, or any other emergency as may be determined by the Seminar 2020 committee. In the event the class must be cancelled, every effort will be made to place the student in their next choice. Any travel cost or other commitments incurred by the student made to attend seminar, will be the sole responsibility of the student. What if I want to make a class change? All change requests must be submitted to the registrar in writing or by email. Any changes to class registration made after April 1, 2020 will incur a $25 administrative fee for EACH request. No fee will be assessed for adding classes, meal tickets or events. All changes are subject to availability and must be completed by May 1, 2020. What if I must cancel? Cancellations postmarked on or before March 1, 2019 will receive a refund less the $80 nonrefundable registration fee. Cancellations between March 1 - May 15, 2019 will receive a refund less the $80 nonrefundable registration fee in addition to a $100.00 cancellation fee. Cancellations after May 15th will be reviewed by the seminar committee to determine the amount of refund, if any. No refunds will be considered after June 1, 2019. Hotel cancellation policy applies. How and when will I be notified of my class assignments? The class selection notification and invoice with the total amount due, including kit fees, will be sent via email (unless you have checked the box on the registration form to have your information by the US Postal Service) on October 5, 2019. If you register after this date, the class selection notification will be sent via email (again, unless you checked the box for US Postal Service) as registrations are processed. Class Angels/Volunteers/First Timers What is a Class Angel? This is a student who volunteers to assist the teacher with such things as taking roll, distributing class kits and supplies, etc. The Angel is not expected to assist in any teaching capacity and will not be expected to lift or carry heavy boxes. A Class Angel will not miss any class instruction. How do I volunteer to be a class angel? Check the appropriate box on the registration form.

How else can I assist with the Seminar? Lots of willing hands are needed to make Seminar run smoothly. Several volunteer opportunities are available. Even if you can only find an hour or two, volunteers are needed before and after classes. If you would like to help (e.g., at the Exhibit, meals, boutique, etc.), please indicate your interest on your registration form. There are a variety of tasks and we will help you find a job that will work for you! If your schedule unexpectedly opens up later, you can also sign up to help when you check in at Seminar. What is a First Timer? This is someone who has never attended a South Central Region Seminar. Miscellaneous Where can I eat on the evenings that dinner is not included? There is a restaurant in the hotel and several restaurants within walking distance from the hotel. There are also lots of eating places within a short driving distance from the hotel. The hotel also provides a shuttle which can take you to several area restaurants. There will be a list of area restaurants in the registrant’s handbook you receive when you check into our registration. What type of clothing should I pack? Comfortable, casual clothing is recommended, and layers like a light weight jacket, sweater or a shawl would be appropriate if needed for air-conditioned rooms. What supplies should I pack? Class descriptions include a list of supplies you will need. You will also receive a letter from your teacher approximately 6 weeks or so before seminar - this may list additional supplies or include revised information on what to bring. Otherwise bring your normal stitching supplies. What is Merchandise/Stash Sale night? Merchandise night is on Wednesday night from 7-9 p.m. We have invited certain professional vendors, artisans and teachers who will be tempting you with their exciting stitch related items. Stash Sale night is on Thursday night from 7-9 p.m., and is an opportunity for individuals and/or chapters to sell items from their stash that they no longer want to work on. Each event has a table cost that is listed on the registration form.

Who is providing the Boutique? The SCR Seminar 2020 Boutique will be provided by Nedlewerkes from Copperas Cove, Texas. Items in the boutique may include cross stitch, counted thread and canvas designs, Dovo and Sajou scissors, fabrics, canvas, stitching notions and supplies, threads, beads and beading supplies, magnifiers, lights, and MUCH more. If you'd like to preorder or request an item, please contact them at (254) 542-6335. How do I register for a mini-class? There is a space on the registration form to register for up to two mini-classes on Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Do I have to stay at the hotel? No, you do not, but you will have to pay the Facility Fee of $75. This is not required if you are only taking mini-classes on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 OR a one-day class on Saturday, June 13, 2020. EGA Proficiency Level Definitions: To help you select a class, please be familiar with the following definitions: Basic: No experience is necessary for the technique being taught. Intermediate: Knowledge of basic stitches and materials and their use in the technique being taught is strongly recommended. Advanced: Ability to execute simple and difficult stitches in the technique is recommended. The student should also have knowledge of color and design which will allow for exploration and creativity. All Levels: Class is suitable for all levels of proficiency.

Please Note: When selecting your classes, be sure your skill level matches the skill level in the technique given for each class.

Class schedule: SCR Seminar classes are held Thursday through Saturday. All 2-day classes are offered on Thursday and Friday, while 1-day classes are offered on Saturday. If attending the full seminar, you may take either a 3- day class (Thursday – Saturday) or a combination of one 2-day class and one 1-day class. Additionally, mini classes are offered on Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Seminar Chair Diane Williams scr2020seminarchair@gmail.com

Seminar Assistant Chair Joyce McCoig scr2020asstchair@gmail.com

Treasurer Jessica Jones scr2020treasurer@gmail.com

Registrar Tawney Carter scr2020registrar@gmail.com

Faculty Chair Pat Sweet scr2020facultychair@gmail.com

Merchandise Night Pat Goaley 254-537-3714

Facility Liaison Amanda Garcia-Slater scr.specialevents@gmail.com

MERCHANDISE NIGHT – Wednesday Night

Merchandise Night is one of the most popular events at seminar. We’ve invited vendors to display and sell merchandise related to needlework: patterns, kits, fabrics, threads, beads, tools, books,

accessories, supplies, etc. Chapters and individuals are also invited to sell their needlework related items.

It is a great opportunity to see items that may not be available in your area. This event is also open to

the public, so invite your friends!

Vendors will be listed in the Seminar Handbook.

Individual advertisements are available to purchase in the Handbook.

When: Wednesday, June 10, 2020 from 7:00 to 9:00

Cost: If you would like to sell at Merchandise Night, tables can be reserved for $40. Multiple tables may be rented. Two chairs per table will be provided. You may request table(s) at time of

registration, or may contact: Pat at 254-537-3714 for additional information.

This is an opportunity for chapters to raise funds for their chapter by creating a basket of needlework-related items. Chapters sign up to participate and their basket is brought to seminar and placed in a

designated room.

Tickets are purchased by seminar attendees and put in a container assigned to the basket they want to win. All the money collected goes back to the participating chapter.

The drawing for each basket will be held at the Friday night banquet (June 12, 2020). Winners do not

need to be present to win, but someone must pick up the basket for them.

The room with all the baskets will be open at designated hours during the seminar.

When opportunity knocks, don't be the one who says: "Can somebody get that?"

Would you like some of your stash to become part of someone else's stash?

One of the many things that bind needle workers together is the need to manage our stashes. We are always looking to add to and/or refine (reduce) our stashes! Here is your opportunity to sell your stash to a market of around 200 needlework lovers looking to add to their collections of needlework items. This particular sale is open to Seminar participants and to the public.

Stash Sales at SCR Seminars are a great fundraiser for Chapters. They are also a really nice way to recoup some of the costs involved with creating your personal stash.

To participate in this Stash for Cash, here are the particulars: When: Thursday, June 11, 2020 from 7:00 to 9:00 Cost: $30.00 for a full table/$20.00 for ½ table. Each table measures 6 feet by 30 inches, and will be draped. Two chairs per table will be provided. You may rent as many tables as you wish! You may request table(s) at time of registration, or may contact Kay at fosterkay@sbcglobal.net or (210) 481-0445 for more information.

We are delighted to have Lois McMaster of Nedlewerkes provide the boutique for the seminar. Lois has operated an eclectic, full service cross stitch and embroidery shop in Copperas Cove, TX since 2008. The shop has an amazing selection of hand-dyed

linens and threads, beads, kits, Dovo and Sajou scissors, and so much more! Nedlewerks will bring a wide variety of patterns, threads, supplies, and accessories to the seminar for your browsing and buying pleasure. If you have

anything you would like Lois to bring, please contact her directly. Check the Calendar of Events for hours of operation during SCR Seminar 2020.

Address:

Nedlewerkes 100 Cove Terrace Shopping Ctr

Copperas Cove, TX 76522 Phone: (254) 542-6335