Upcoming Programs

The following is a partial schedule of the year’s needlepoint programs:

Summer Program 2020

Chapter Project Book Challenge

Thirty-three years ago, the American Needlepoint Guild released its first Chapter Project Book. For our summer program, we will be taking inspiration from the design, colors and techniques of 1987 to create your spin on the Pineapple Trio designed by Elizabeth Napier. It was originally designed for 14 count with Persian wool, floss and Perle Cotton on mono canvas. The background is a darning pattern and the stitching level is beginning/intermediate. We encourage you to use your stash and other techniques.  Perhaps one could add beading?

Please sign up by June 30 by emailing  Programs@sdang.org.  Receive a lovely gift from the chapter by sending us a photo to Programs@sdang.org of your completed project by September 1.

Open Stitching Time on Zoom

There will be four hour zoom periods where you can drop in to stitch. Join us when you can to stitch a bit and chat. You can leave and come back when you want. We want to experiment with different times/days and would appreciate any feedback. The zoom links will be sent to all members in a separate email.

The next social will be:
Wednesday, June 17, 2 – 6 p.m.

Tips for Meeting Attendees:
Mute your microphone
To help keep background noise to a minimum, make sure you mute your microphone when you are not speaking

Be mindful of background noise
When your microphone is not muted, avoid activities that could create additional noise, such as shuffling papers or family members using the bathroom (it has happened!)

Position your camera properly
If you choose to use a web camera, be sure it is in a stable position and focused at eye level, if possible. Doing so helps create a more direct sense of engagement with other participants.

July and August Zoom Program

Shirley Chin, VP-Programs, is inviting all our members to share/demonstrate a needlepoint related topic. As many of you are dual members, it would be great to see what your chapter has done in the past. Email Shirley at programs@sdang.org or call her at 619-922-6414 to be scheduled.

September Zoom Chapter Meeting
September 12, 2020. 1 p.m.
Ort Box Finishing

Sandy Higgins will demonstrate the ort box finishing on zoom. For those who didn’t get the first Chapter Project Ort box instructions by Marilyn Owen, email Programs@sdang.org to get a copy. Saturday. The zoom link will be sent to all members a few days before the meeting.