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ANG Needlearts Exhibit
Deep in the Heart of Stitches
2019 ANG Seminar
The public is cordially invited to view the ANG Needlearts Exhibit
Held in conjunction with the 2019 Seminar
EXHIBIT HOURS
Tuesday, August 13...………....Closed for Judging
Wednesday, August 14….......Closed for Judging
Thursday, August 15…………..12:00PM - 5:00 PM
Friday, August 16…..............10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, August 17..…..……10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday, August 18..…………..10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday, August 19….……… 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Exhibit Judges…………………………………………………………. 4 Factors Considered in Judging Seminar Exhibits………. 7 Special Awards……………………………………………………….. 8 Quest 2019…………………………………………………………….. 11 Definitions……………………………………………………………… 12 Category 1 Original…………………………………………………. 13 Category 2 Adaptation……………………………………………. 15 Category 3 Independent Project……………………………… 16 Category 4 Painted Design Without Stitch Guide…….. 17 Category 5 Painted Design with Stitch Guide…………… 19 Category 6 Class Project………………………………………….. 20 Category 7 Non-judged…………………………………………. 22 Category 8 Youth……………………………………………………. 23 Workshop by Mail…………………………………………………… 23 Correspondence Courses………………………………………… 24 Cyber Workshops…………………………………………………… 25 Chapter Project Book……………………………………………… 26 Stitch of the Month………………………………………………… 26 Master Teacher Program………………………………………… 26 Master Needle Artist Program………………………………… 27 Needleart Appraisal Program…………………………………. 27 Judging Certification Program…………………………………. 27 Master Needlepointer Program……………………………… 28 2020 ANG Seminar, Tucson, Arizona……………………… 28
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Exhibit Judges
Patricia Tector – Head Judge
Patricia Tector has received Judges’ Certification from the American
Needlepoint Guild (ANG) and Master Level Judges’ Certification from
the National Academy of Needlearts (NAN). She has judged national and
regional exhibits, served several years as Administrator of NAN’s The
Exemplary and has served as Director of Judges’ Certification for NAN.
Patricia received a B.S. in Biology from the University of Detroit and
became a registered Medical Technologist. She says that she has
exchanged one form of a needle for another!
Over the years, Patricia has taken many workshops from noted teachers
in an extensive variety of techniques. She had the exciting opportunity
to be part of a group in Pennsylvania that studied and practiced a wide
range of stitching that was a catalyst for her love of needlework. In turn,
Patricia welcomes any opportunity to be a catalyst for others in the
needlework world whether judging, teaching or simply encouraging.
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Mary Kay Campbell
Mary K. Campbell earned the Senior Master Judge Certification through
the National Academy of Needlearts (NAN). In addition, she has
completed her Judging Certification and six renewals through the
American Needlepoint Guild and is pursuing a judging certification with
the Knitting Guild of America. Mary K. is the author of the book, Judging
Bobbin Lace. She holds the Senior Master Teacher Certification in ANG
and has taught at many ANG Seminars, at local ANG chapters,
Embroiderers’ Guild of America (EGA) regional and local meetings and in
an Omaha shop.
A talented needle artist, she earned a Judge’s Choice Ribbon in ANG’s
Seminar Exhibit in 1988, a Best in Show at Nebraska State Fair in 1986,
The Best Original Needle point at the Nebraska State Fair in 1996, and
the Artist of the Year Ribbon from the Omaha Needle Artists in 1991
and 1993.She has judged at the County and State levels in Nebraska,
served five times as a judge at the ANG seminar and twice at the NAN
assembly. A former hospital chaplain, schoolteacher, ANG VP of
Education, and Past President of ANG, Mary K. continues committee
work for ANG while being active in EGA, NAN, and the National
Embroidery Teachers’ Association (NETA).
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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 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. Jennifer is a board member of Plein Air
Artists of Colorado (PAAC) and member of the American Impressionist
Society, Women Artists of the West, and Oil Painters of America. She
has won numerous awards in local and national exhibitions. She
teaches classes in oil painting, engaging her students to find their own
voice as they master the techniques of painting. She is currently
exhibiting her work at the Framed Image in Denver and Mary Williams
Fine Arts in Boulder. “I prefer painting from life - en plein air. Painting is
exploring and discovering, healing and learning, admiring and
preserving. As a painting takes on its own voice, it becomes a living
experience with each brushstroke a breath toward its creation. I love to
paint, and I hope that my artwork communicates the experiences that I
have and captures the very essence of the beautiful world through my
eyes and interpretation.”
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Factors Considered in Judging the Seminar Exhibit
Design: The arrangement of details; (i.e., basic elements - line, shape, size,
direction, text, value, color) and principles of design (unity, contrast, dominance,
harmony, balance, repetition, alternation, and gradation), which produce a
complete artistic presentation.
Color: The manner in which color and its four attributes (hue, temperature,
value, and intensity) are used serves to bring a composition to life for a pleasing
total effect and design balance.
Workmanship/Technique: This reflects the stitcher’s skill level when
handling various threads, stitches, and techniques. All the elements of color,
design, texture, and workmanship are considered.
Enhancement of Commercial Design: The creativity with stitches and
threads to make an enriched piece of needlework.
Suitability: The threads, stitches, and ground fabric are appropriate to each
other, to the design, and to the use of the article, and all contribute positively to
the whole.
Finishing/Presentation: The final presentation should enhance and
complement the stitchery, not overwhelm it, and is neat, fresh, and clean. It
need not be professionally done, but it should reflect professionalism.
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Special Awards
The PRINCESS GRACE AWARD may be given to any entry, in any judged
category, that is worked entirely in the tent stitch, without embellishments, such
as beads or other attachments, in order to maintain the purity of the stitching
technique. The tent stitch is defined as going over one intersection from lower
left to upper right with no backstitches, seed stitches or outline stitches. The
winner of this award also receives a Boehm rose.
The SAMPLER AWARD may be given to an entry that is a collection of
patterns, stitches, and techniques put together in a convenient reference form.
This includes historical reproductions and class projects that meet the stated
criteria. This award is given in memory of Amyee Johnson.
The CREATIVE INSPIRATION AWARD may be given to any entry in the
Original or Adaptation category that the judges decide is best in creative design
and its elements, which includes the use of color. An Artist’s statement must
accompany the entry.
The WEARABLE ART AWARD may be given to any entry in a judged category
that demonstrates the most creative wearable needlepoint, excluding nametags.
The SMALL MASTERPIECE AWARD may be given to any entry (piece or set)
in any judged category, with the length plus width of the stitched area of a two-
dimensional piece being less than or equal to 10 inches, or the length plus width
plus depth of the stitched area of a three-dimensional piece being less than or
equal to 15 inches. If an entry consists of multiple pieces, they shall be judged
for this award if each piece in the set fits the criteria of a Small Masterpiece.
The SILK AND METAL AWARD may be given to any entry in a judged
category that is worked entirely in silk, metallic, and/or metal threads, which the
judges decide is the best use of those threads.
The FOUNDERS AWARD may be given to any entry in the Class Project
category that demonstrates the student’s development of the project, including
presenting the finished stitched piece in a different format or doing multiples of
the same project. The winner of this award also receives a Revere bowl.
PRESIDENT'S CHOICE AWARD may be given to any entry that represents
“Deep in the Heart of Stitchin’.” When you think of Houston, is it beaches and
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sand? Maybe it’s NASA with astronaut training and flight control complex. Let’s
not forget about Beyonce and Clint Black. Perhaps they have always wanted to
sing about the prairie sky, sage in bloom, or coyotes walking along the trail.
Or, if you really wanted to think of Houston as something different, don’t forget
that Howard Huges is a native of Houston. So, with Houston’s vast identity in so
many areas, you could say that the sky’s the limit when it comes to designing this
piece. Expand your mind, grab a needle and thread, and go for it.
The FIRST-TIME EXHIBITOR AWARD may be given to an entry in any
judged category that is stitched by a first-time exhibitor. A first-time exhibitor is
defined as a person entering the Exhibit for the very first time. Anyone who has
entered anything in Categories 1 through 7 in a past Exhibit is excluded.
The NINA M. GOERRES CHRISTMAS THEME AWARD may be given to
an entry in any judged category that the judges decide expresses Christmas as a
theme. The special ribbon center for this award is stitched by the award donors.
The winner of this award receives a $250 scholarship toward Seminar or any
distance learning project.
The HILTON STITCH AWARD may be given for any piece that demonstrates
the most effective use of Hilton-type stitches. An entry in any category may
qualify for this ribbon. The winner of this award receives a leaded crystal bowl.
The STATE AWARD may be given to an entry in any judged category of the
Exhibit that is entered by a person from Texas, this year’s Seminar locale.
Traditionally, this award is chosen by a representative of the state or in which
Seminar is being held.
The BETH ROBERTSON CANVAS EMBELLISHMENT AWARD may be
given to the entry in the Painted Design Without Stitch Guide category that the
judges decide exemplifies the best use of stitches, threads, and colors to
enhance a painted or stamped canvas.
The SHIRLEY FETTEROLF HALLOWEEN AWARD may be given to an entry
in any judged category that the judges decide best expresses Halloween as a
theme.
The JUDGE’S CHOICE AWARDS are selected by the judges individually. Each
Judge will award one ribbon. All judged entries are eligible.
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The DELEGATES CHOICE AWARD is selected by majority vote of the
registered participants at the Seminar. All judged entries are eligible.
The PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD is selected by majority vote of the visiting
public from all judged entries.
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Quest XXVI - 2019 A Musical Inspiration
QUEST XXVI is sponsored by the
ANG Judging Certification Program
The Quest Challenge celebrates its 26th year by offering an opportunity for all
needle artists to create and exhibit an original or adapted piece of needlepoint
at the ANG Seminar Exhibit 2019 in Houston, TX. All members of ANG are
encouraged to accept the challenge and participate in Quest XXVI by
demonstrating their creative abilities based on the theme: Texture.
The theme, Texture, offers many possibilities for individual interpretation and
design choices. Consider all meanings – whether inspired by a thread, stitch,
mixed media, value changes, just to name a few ideas – as the source of your
artistic inspiration for your stitched entry. Creative interpretation is the key to
success in Quest challenges. As you let your creativity soar, the primary
concern should be excellence in design and interpretation of the theme.
Stitched pieces may be entered in the Original and Adaptation judged
categories or in the non-judged category of the Exhibit, and they must be
designated as Quest entries. While technical ability is always a factor, it is not a
primary consideration in the Quest challenge. An Artist's Statement explaining
the design and the interpretation, as relevant to the theme, is required and
must accompany each Quest entry in order to be eligible. The Artist’s
Statement will become part of the Quest Program archives. The judges will
review the Artist's Statement, evaluate the relativity of the written material to
the design and stitched needlepoint, and write a brief evaluation. Qualifying
entries receive the judge’s brief evaluation and a special Quest Certificate of
Participation.
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Definitions
The American Needlepoint Guild Inc. (ANG) defines needlepoint as any counted
or free stitchery worked by hand with a threaded needle on a readily countable
ground.
ANG defines a Non-Professional as anyone who, at the time of entry
submission and previously, engages in needlework as a pastime and for pleasure
rather than for financial gain. Teaching or presenting programs/lectures for
guilds without compensation, or community service will not change the status of
a non-professional.
A Professional is anyone who, at the time of entry submission and previously,
engages in needlework as a teacher, judge, artist/designer, lecturer, author, or
stitches for commissioned work and who receives earned remuneration.
The Non-Professional entries within each category are numbered in the
hundreds (101, 102, etc.) followed by the letters NP. The Professional entries are
numbered in the thousands (1001, 1002, etc.) followed by the letter P. Each of
the categories begin with the number of that category, such as Category 1 uses
the 100s and 1000s, Category 2 uses the 200s and 2000s, etc.
A class with “Encore” at the end of the title means that the class was taught
previously.
The following symbol is used throughout the categories for consideration of the
special award:
* First-Time Exhibitor
(Q) Quest Challenge
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Category 1 - Original
ORIGINAL is a unique, one-of-a-kind design, interpreted within the ANG
definition of needlepoint from the mind and hands of the artist/stitcher to whom
it is credited. The design should bear no recognizable influence from other textile
sources. Any stitch that can be accomplished with a threaded, handheld needle
may be used in the interpretation of the design. A typed, double-spaced, one-
page Artist’s Statement must accompany each Original entry, along with original
sketches and/or photographs, and include an explanation of inspirational
sources. Unusual techniques and materials used in the development of the
design or execution of the finished work must be explained. The Original entry
must be the work of the exhibiting artist, with no outside help from any other
person.
Judging Point System - 100 Points Possible
0 - 25 Design
0 - 25 Color
0 - 20 Workmanship/Technique
0 - 20 Suitability of Materials and/or Stitches
0 -10 Finishing Presentation
NON-PROFESSIONAL
101NP Jonathan Brown The Chapter
102NP Kathy Larsen Cameron's Stocking
103NP* Lisa Chappell Crazy Name
104NP Melita Glavin Tahitian Treat
105NP Kim Ciarlariello Griffin Bloom in Winter
106NP Connie Taylor Original
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PROFESSIONAL
1001P Kurdy Biggs Rescent
1002P Gail Sirna Sanibel Sunset
1003P(Q) Gail Sirna Flutterbye Flowers
1004P(Q) Gail Sirna Poppies in a Copper Bowl
1005P Gail Sirna Luscious Lily
1006P Carol Gingrich Where's Manny
1007P Lois Kershner Dubrovnik Rooftops
1008P Lois Kershner La Alhambra
1009P Lorene Salt Lava Flow
1010P Lorene Salt Evangeline
1011P Lorene Salt Circles of Life
1012P John Waddell Split Complement
1013P Phillip Bush Main St. of Placerville at 3am
1014P Kathy Rees Tilemania
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Category 2 - Adaptation
ADAPTATION is a design translated or adapted from a design source created in a
medium other than textiles. The adaptation may be an exact visual needlepoint
reproduction of the original design or may contain easily recognizable elements
from that design. Any stitch that can be accomplished with a threaded, handheld
needle may be used in the interpretation of the design. A typed, double-spaced,
one-page Artist’s Statement must accompany each Adaptation entry, along with
the original sketches or photographs, and include an explanation of inspirational
sources. Unusual techniques and materials used in the development of the
design or execution of the finished work must be explained. The Adaptation must
be the work of the exhibiting artist, with no outside help from any other person.
Judging Point System - 100 Points Possible
0 - 15 Design
0 - 25 Color
0 - 30 Workmanship/ Technique
0 - 20 Suitability of Materials and/or Stitches
0 - 10 Finishing/Presentation
NON-PROFESSIONAL
201NP Jonathan Brown Pineapple Welcome
202NP Harriet Alonso Votes for Women
203NP Karen Waddell Summer Evening in Santa Fe
PROFESSIONAL
2001P Arlene Cohen Gossamer Lace in Blackwork
2002P John Waddell A Perfect End
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Category 3 - Independent Project
INDEPENDENT PROJECT is a design worked without person-to-person
interaction, without a teacher in a physical classroom environment, for
example, a Workshop by Mail, needlepoint book, graph, chart, leaflet, line
drawing, or kit.
Judging Point System - 75 Points Possible
0 - 50 Workmanship/Technique
0 - 15 Suitability of Materials and/or Stitches
0 - 10 Finishing Presentation
NON-PROFESSIONAL
301NP Faye Robinson Girl with Kittens
302NP* Celina McKeithen The Woman in Gold
303NP Denise Fischer Texas Wildflower Teapot
304NP Denise Fischer The Rodeo Teapot
305NP Connie Taylor My Ladies Orchid
PROFESSIONAL
3001P Mimi Kaufman Belleza de Halloween
3002P Catherine McEnerney Ornaments of the Millenium
3003P Catherine McEnerney Halloween Fetch A Pail Series
3004P John Waddell Variations on a Theme - Kaleidoscope
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Category 4 - Painted Design Without Stitch Guide
PAINTED DESIGN Without STITCH GUIDE is needlepoint worked on a pre-
painted or stamped canvas or on a canvas designed for the exhibitor. The
choice of stitches, threads, and color are those of the exhibitor with no teacher
interaction.
Judging Point System - 100 Points Possible
0 - 55 Workmanship/Technique
0 - 20 Enhancement of Commercial Design
0 - 15 Suitability of Materials and /or Stitches
0 - 10 Finishing/Presentation
NON-PROFESSIONAL
401NP Rose Al-Banna Halloween Hooter
402NP Kay Simonds Akino Christmas Stocking
403NP Rose Al-Banna Santa on Horseback
404NP Rose Al-Banna On The Rooftop
405NP* Barbara Cooney Seaside Cottage
406NP Susan Currie The Tropical Beading Box
407NP* Margaret Painchaud Lion
408NP* Kathy Philips Bob’s stocking
409NP* Kathy Philips Saint Valentine Santa
410NP* Kathy Philips Red and Green Folk Santa, stand up basket weave
411NP Mary D. Smith Belle Notte
412NP Maureen Giuffre Renaissance Santa
413NP Deborah Downing Fine Stores Everywhere
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414NP Maureen Giuffre Mrs Santa-Amelia
415NP Rose Al-Banna Too Many Treats
416NP* Celina McKeithen African Woman in Profile
417NP* Celina McKeithen Vincent Van Gogh: Wheat Fields with Views of Arles
418NP* Celina McKeithen Gustav Klimt: Expectation
PROFESSIONAL
4001P Cynthia Thomas Cardinal in a Wreath
4002P Cynthia Thomas Flying High
4003P Cynthia Thomas Burro Buddy
4004P Cynthia Thomas Stitching Angel
4005P Donna Halpin Purse with Cat Face Insert
4006P Donna Halpin Colors! Necklace
4007P John Waddell Land of Enchantment
4008P Diane Briggs Tex
4009P Connie Camp Smoky Mountain Home
4010P Vicky De Angelis Halloween Doors
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Category 5 - Painted Design with Stitch Guide
PAINTED DESIGN with STITCH GUIDE is needlepoint worked on a pre-painted or
stamped canvas or on a canvas designed for the exhibitor. It is accompanied by
written instructions or suggestions for stitches, threads, and/or colors (i.e., stitch
guide) with no teacher interaction.
Judging Point System - 75 Points Possible
0 - 55 Workmanship/Technique
0 - 10 Suitability of Materials and/or Stitches
0 - 10 Finishing/Presentation
NON-PROFESSIONAL
501NP Kay Simonds Cowboy Nutcracker
502NP Kay Simonds Miss Texas Nutcracker
503NP Kay Simonds Christmas Nativity
504NP* Carol Moody Garden Party
505NP* Kathy Philips Stand up Santa with dog
506NP* Kathy Philips Folk art Santa, stand up
507NP* Linda Ann Walker Garden Party
508NP* Laura Smith Sourpuss Punkins
PROFESSIONAL
5001P* Mary Alice Sinton Artemis
5002P Janet Zickler Casey Harvey Pears
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Category 6 - Class Projects
CLASS PROJECT is needlepoint worked with person-to-person interaction between the student and the teacher, i.e. Seminar classes, instruction in shops, chapter meeting programs, workshops, Correspondence Courses, and Cyber Workshops. This includes painted canvas embellishment classes in which the instructor proides stitch and thread suggestions. The teacher and the title of the class must be listed.
Judging Points - 60 Points Possible
0 - 50 Workmanship/Technique
0 - 10 Finishing/Presentation
NON-PROFESSIONAL
601NP Angela Deysach Creative Collage
602NP Jessica Tew Mystery of Life (Purple, Green, Gold)
603NP Denise Fischer A Charleston Garden
604NP Denise Fischer Last Tango
605NP Rose Al-Banna Day of the Dead Couple
606NP Susan Currie Hummingbird & Honeysuckle
607NP Susan Currie Jeweled Golden Treetop Star
608NP Susan Currie The Mermaid’s Kingdom
609NP Janet Faulkner Southwest Sampler
610NP Roberta Sue Hart Sir Paul
611NP* Carol Moody Phancy Pheasant
612NP* Carol Moody Woodpecker's Night Out
613NP* Judy Ray Funky Flowers
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614NP* Judy Ray Church Night Path
615NP* Linda Ann Walker Fog in the Mountains
616NP* Linda Ann Walker City Walk Revisited
617NP* Eva Levi Wedding Day
618NP* Laura Smith Halloween Patches
619NP* Laura Smith Beach Bound
620NP* Laura Smith Rocking horse Reindeer
621NP* Laura Smith Rocking Horse Reindeer
622NP* Laura Smith Casbah Revisited
623NP* Laura Smith Mystery of Life
PROFESSIONAL
6001P Rozelle Hirschfelt Emerald Essence
6002P Rozelle Hirschfelt Mackintosh: Rose Kimono Variation
6003P Gail Sirna Under a Copper Moon
6004P Pamela Harding Dragon on Yellow Kimono
6005P Joy Hough What Cowgirls Wear
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Category 7 – Non-Judged
NON-JUDGED is any entry the stitcher does not wish to have judged or voted
upon by registrants.
701NJ Caroline Lochridge Texas Bi-Centennial
702NJ Caroline Lochridge Texas
703NJ Barbara Gessner Bluebonnet Homestead
704NJ Susan Allen Footsteps of the Pharaoh
705NJ Candy Chadderton Close To My Heart
706NJ Marietta Douglas Mondrian Madness
707NJ* Glenda Zwambag Fan With Spray of Flowers
708NJ* Glenda Zwambag Snowflake
709NJ Glenda Zwambag Peony on a Box
710NJ Glenda Zwambag Bronze purse
711NJ Glenda Zwambag 4 Square
712NJ Kurdy Biggs Rhodes Cube
713NJ Kurdy Biggs Build Your Own Geometric
714NJ Kurdy Biggs BeDazzled
715NJ Sue Ella Allen Greetings from Texas Postcard
716NJ Sue Ella Allen Stitch, Stitch, Stitch
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Category 8 - Youth
YOUTH is a non-judged category with no entry fee and is limited to two entries
per person. The stitcher must be under 16 years of age or currently enrolled in
high school. The stitcher is not required to be an ANG member but must be
sponsored by an ANG member.
801Y Jon Hart Heart for Hospice
Workshop by Mail
The WORKSHOP by MAIL program provides a stress-free opportunity to
complete a Seminar-level piece of needlework in the comfort of your own home
and at your leisure. There is no discussion list, no classroom, no deadline for
completion, and no critique. You don’t need a computer to access the lessons.
ANG members may purchase instructions for a special teaching piece by a well-
known designer that is otherwise unavailable on the retail market.
WBM - 1 Carol A. Higginbotham Interlaced Ribbons
WbM-2 Dorothy Lesher Mardi Gras
WBM-3 Catherine Jordan A Quiet Garden
WBM-4 Mary Knapp Connections
WBM - 5 Patricia Hartman Blueberry Treat
WBM - 6 Joni Stevenson Noel
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Correspondence Courses
CORRESPONDENCE COURSES provide focused studies on subjects that
concentrate on the improvement and extension of personal needlework skills.
They are available to any ANG member.
Correspondence Courses can provide an individual or group learning experience.
Students must complete the course in a defined period of time in order to
receive a personalized, written critique by the instructor, and a certificate
acknowledging completion. No computer or computer skills are necessary.
Courses are available for two or more years.
CC1 Patricia Mazu Geometric Square
CC2 Patricia Mazu I Can Do It...
CC3 Carol A. Higginbotham Softly Feathered
CC4 Carol A. Higginbotham Stained Glass Dahlia
CC5 Kurdy Biggs Be Dazzled
CC6 Marnie Ritter Jacobean Joy
CC7 Marnie Ritter Apricot Delight
CC8 Michele Roberts Golfing at St. Andrews
CC9 Michele Roberts Florentine Fleur de Lys
CC10 Toni Gerdes Zapotec Rug
CC11 Jennifer Reifenberg Waterlilies
CC12 David McCaskill Background Sampler II
CC13 Joni Stevenson Not a Creature was Stirring
CC14 Jennifer Reifenberg Beets
CC15 Merrilyn Heazlewood Cherry Blossom
CC16 Toni Gerdes Fantasy Flowers
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CC17 Toni Gerdes Hearts and Ribbons
CC18 Michele Roberts Hearts of Gold
CC19 Marnie Ritter Jacobean Joy II
CyberWorkshops
CyberWorkshops use the Internet to enable students to study with some of
today’s leading needlework instructors and designers from the comfort of their
own home. These online courses are conducted via a private, dedicated
electronic mailing list allowing students to interact with the instructor and other
class members. Posts from the class instructor include additional instructions
and stitching hints. Each participant must have basic computer skills, access to
and ability to use e-mail, and download and open file attachments. No critique
is provided.
These workshops are available to all ANG members. CyberWorkshops are
offered throughout the year, with registration open for a period of two months.
CW-1 Merrilyn Heazlewood Lupins and Lollipops
CW-2 Carolyn Mitchell Making Stitches Work for You
CW-3 Mary Knapp Candles Bright
CW-4 Kurdy Biggs Make Your Own Geometric
CW-5 Patricia Hartman Criss Cross
CW-6 Carol A. Higginbotham Shaded Iris
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Chapter Project Book
The Chapter Project Book is the culmination of two years’ work by the Committee and contains exciting new projects. Some are suitable for meetings, some are longer and more intricate and would be better suited for a workshop. The CPB is to be used only by chapter members in a group setting, such as a chapter program or workshop. It is the property of each chapter and should be passed to the new board after each election.
CPB1 Patricia Mazu Options: A Miniature Stocking and Pocket
CPB2 Marietta Douglas Mondrian Madness
CPB3 C.A. Higginbotham Friendship Circles
CPB4 C.A. Higginbotham Scissors case - Design your own
CPB5 C.A. Higginbotham Ribbons
CPB6 Kurdy Biggs Rhodes Cube
CPB7 Merrilyn Heazlewood Terracotta Tiles
CPB8 Carolyn Mitchell Christmas Charms
CPB9 Mary Knapp Orchids for my Lady
Stitch of the Month
Star of Stitches By Kathy Rees
Master Teacher Program (MTP)
The goal of the Master Teacher Program is to help current teachers become
more skilled in the instruction of needlepoint. Candidates develop their design
and color skills while becoming more comfortable in sharing their knowledge and
love of needlework with students in a classroom situation. As the candidate
progresses through all three levels of the program, she or he has the guidance of
a proctor who has completed the program and is a Master Teacher. The three
program levels are Journeyman, Fellow, and Master Teacher. Original designs
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are a requirement of the program and allow the participant to create new classes. For questions or information, please contact [email protected].
No exhibits in 2019
Master Needle Artist Program (MNAP)
Do you have a favorite artist, artistic style or period? Consider the Master Needle Artist (MNA) Program to perfect your artistic skills as an advanced intermediate needlepointer.
The MNA Program is designed to advance the artistic skills within the Candidate
and to develop that ART into an original needlepoint design. For more
information, please email the Chair at [email protected].
No exhibits in 2019
NeedleArts Appraisal Program (NAP)
The purpose of the NeedleArts Appraisal Program (NAP) is to train
knowledgeable and professional appraisers of needlework. A professional
appraiser establishes the purpose of the appraisal and determines the value of
the property for which the appraisal is requested. All ANG members interested
in attaining this expertise are eligible to participate in the NAP. For more
information about the NAP , or to contact any of our appraisers, contact the
Chairman of the Program at [email protected].
No exhibits in 2019
Judging Certification Program (JCP)
The Judging Certification Program (JCP) was established to assist ANG members
who wish to become accredited judges of all forms of needlework. Those who
satisfactorily complete the three-year program are certified to act as a judge or
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juror at any judged needlework event. The Master Judge level of the Certification
Program allows a candidate to concentrate attention on a specific technique or
aspect of embroidery history. For more information contact Chairman of the Judging Certification program by emailing [email protected].
No exhibits in 2019
Master Needlepointer Program (MNP)
The Master Needlepointer Program is a qualification process for needleworkers wishing to demonstrate their technical excellence using needle and thread. Two levels of recognition can be achieved. The Master Needlepointer level will be awarded after satisfactory evaluation of the first four stages. The stages begin with basic techniques and progress to intermediate and advanced stitches, both needlepoint and counted thread, and the use of textural stitches and color to produce depth. You may use supplied designs, commercial designs, or create your own for any stage in the Master Needlepointer level. The Master Needlepointer level can be accomplished in a little as two years, but you can proceed at your own pace, completing the first four stages within five years. Senior Master Needlepointer will be awarded with the completion of two additional stages that require the creation of original designs, application of color theory, and advanced stitching techniques. Contact us at [email protected].
No exhibits in 2019
2020 Seminar Classes - Houston, Texas
10710.1 TUC Deborah Mitek Redoute Rose
10710.2 TUC Deborah Mitek Summer’s End
10802.1 TUC Terri Bay Black and White Garden
10812.1 TUC Susan Reed Bee-ded Sampler (Encore)
11004.1 TUC Janet Zickler Casey Cashmere Santa
11004.2 TUC Janet Zickler Casey Harlequin Lace
10616TUC Debbie Rowley Fandango
10718TUC Gail Stafford Quilt Square
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10719 TUC Kay Stanis Balloon Fest
10902 TUC Terri Bay Orion
11009 TUC Margaret Kinsey Three Hana
11014 TUC Linda Reinmiller 21st Century Designer
11015 TUC Jennifer Riefenberg Spinners
11016 TUC Debbie Rowley Mostly Crescents
11017 TUC Melinda Sherbring Reversible Thistle Heart
11018 TUC Gail Stafford Swirling Tulips (Encore)
20601 TUC Sandy Arthur Flags of Glory (Encore)
20602 TUC Terri Bay Needlework Treasures Scissor Tray
20603 TUC Kurdy Biggs You'll Flip Over It Stocking
20604 TUC Janet Zickler Casey Patchwork Evergreen
20605 TUC Sandi Cormaci-Boles
Desert Dreams Frame Weight
20606 TUC Dawn Donnelly Surprise
20607 TUC Toni Gerdes Once In A Blue Moon
20608 TUC Susan Hoekstra Teaching Needlework 101
20609 TUC Margaret Kinsey Mariposa
20612 TUC Susan Reed Four Square Diamonds
20614 TUC Linda Reinmiller Interchange
20615 TUC Jennifer Riefenberg World of Horses - China
20620 TUC Cynthia Thomas Canvas Embellishment
20804 TUC Janet Zickler Casey Ribbon Pumpkin
20809 TUC Margaret Kinsey Grasses of Autumn
20810 TUC Deborah Mitek Christmas Mosaic (Encore)
20814 TUC Linda Reinmiller Mixed Media-Needlepoint or Not (Encore)
20815 TUC Jennifer Riefenberg Twisty Trees
20817 TUC Melinda Sherbring White Vine Assis Sampler (Encore)
20818 TUC Gail Stafford Rustic Barn
20901 TUC Sandy Arthur Crazy Needles Journey (Encore)
20906 TUC Dawn Donnelly Casting Spells
20908 TUC Susan Hoekstra Stacked Rectangles
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20911 TUC Wendy Moore Sunrise Reflection
20912 TUC Susan Reed Through A Garden Window
30716 TUC Debbie Rowley Indie Pop
30803 TUC Kurdy Biggs A Trilogy of Stitches- Part 3
30805 TUC Sandi Cormaci-Boles
Sassy Saguaro Scissors Keep
30807 TUC Toni Gerdes O'Keefe Kimono
30819 TUC Kay Stanis Pearlessence
30820 TUC Cynthia Thomas Fantasy Flowers in A Vase
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To learn more about needlepoint and the American Needlepoint
Guild, Inc.
Please visit the ANG website at: www.needlepoint.org