Lecture Topics

All lectures are one to two hours in length. Some are accompanied by slides, in which case the slide projector and screen are provided by sponsoring group. Please contact me should you require further information.

Embroidery Potpourri
A slide, lecture, question, commentary composed of material the instructor has gathered while studying advanced embroidery techniques. Slides are of museum items as well as contemporary work done by many instructors in the field today. This presentation will change as new material is secured. Slides of needlepoint Christmas stockings from both EGA and ANG that were on display at the White House in 1995 are part of this presentation. White House officials gave special permission for me to take these detailed, close-up slides before the pieces were hung.

Color Through The Eye Of Your Needle
 Not intended to be a course in color, rather this is a lecture program which provides BASIC information of interest to the needle artist. Slides are not used with this program, however, large, easy-to-see charts will illustrate the various theories, and hand-out sheets are provided. There is a $2.00 per person charge to cover hand-out materials.

What Judges Really Look For
Ever wonder why one composition wins rather than another one in a needlework show? What's the difference between a juried and judged display? These and many more topics are covered in this lecture. Several types of needlework will be discussed, and the important judging particulars of each will be emphasized. Learn what to look for when you enter a piece of canvas, crewel, blackwork, hardanger, counted thread (including counted cross stitch), silk and metal on fabric, smocking or quilting. More important, know what the judges look for. Learn all these from this experienced teacher, designer, and Certified Judge. Time will be allotted for questions. This has been a very popular lecture. There is a $1.50 per person charge for hand-outs relating to this topic.

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