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CLASSES & EVENTS
FALL  2009

 

COUNTED CROSS STITCH - This class will cover a wide range of topics helpful to those who already cross stitch as well as those who are just beginning. Included will be a discussion of the necessary supplies, as well as learning how to do basic cross stitch, quarter and three-quarter stitch, and backstitch. We will also cover the use of metallic thread and blending filaments. Instructions and materials included in class fee.

Tuesday           Sept 15             6:30 PM - 9:00 PM                      $18.00

Wednesday      Oct 28              6:30 PM - 9:00 PM                      $18.00
               

 

INTRODUCTION TO LINEN - Further your cross stitching skills by learning to cross stitch on linen. Project is a small sampler stitched on 26 ct linen. Instructions and materials included in class fee. PREREQUISITE: YOU MUST KNOW HOW TO CROSS STITCH.

Thursday       Sept 24        6:30 PM - 8:30 PM               $20.00
Saturday        Oct  31        9:30 AM - 11:30 AM            $20.00

 

 

 

 

PUNCHNEEDLE - This is an age-old technique that is experiencing renewed interest. A Punchneedle is used to make loops that form a textured design. It appears to be a miniature hooked rug. Fun and easy to do. Try it and you’ll be “hooked”. Materials included in class fee. CTR Punchneedle required, but NOT included.

Tuesday             Oct 20         6:30 PM - 9:00 PM         $20.00
Saturday            Oct 24         9:30 AM - 12:00 PM       $20.00
Thursday            Nov 19        6:30 PM - 9:00 PM         $20.00

 

SIX HEM SAMPLER - This Indigo Rose sampler gives you the opportunity to learn drawn thread technique and 6 different Hem Stitches. The model is stitched on 32ct linen but you may choose your own fabric and colors. Threads used are Waterlilies, Soie d’Alger silk, and Perle Cotton. Take your needlework to the next step with drawn thread. Materials NOT included in class fee.

project uses Elegance Silk pearl 8, Splendor Silk, floss ThreadworX and three weights of Kreinik Metallics. Learn how to couch threads on the surface of a design and use a laying tool properly. Stitches used in this 7 ½ ‘x 9 ½" design are bargello, basketweave, scotch, tent, and slanted gobelin. Pathways will make a perfect picture, box top, or tray. Pattern and materials NOT included in class fee.

Tuesday     Sept 22,  Oct 13      6:30 PM - 9:00 PM        $28.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS - It’s that time again to think about making new ornaments for your Christmas tree or for someone special. Join us for an evening class and begin stitching three light bulbs and receive the patterns for eight others. Each ornament is stitched on 18ct canvas, and threads include Neon Rays+, Petite Frosty Rays, Sparkle Rays, Petite Very Velvet, Panache, and Silk Lame Braid. Stitches included in these colorful light bulbs are the Charlotte Stitch, Balloon Satin Stitch, Palace Pattern Stitch, Hungarian Grid Stitch, Gobelin Variation Stitch, etc. What a wonderful addition these ornaments will make on any Christmas tree this holiday season! Patterns included in class fee. Materials NOT included.

Monday            Oct  5     6:30PM - 9:00PM       $20.00

Wednesday       Oct 21    6:30PM - 9:00PM       $20.00

 

 

MOTIF MADNESS - Discover the effect of different textures of cotton, rayon, and metallic as well as solid and overdyed threads in this DebBee’s Designs piece. The double fan doubles, smyrna cross, herringbone square, Sprat’s head, Milanese, waffle, Jessica, and the Hungarian ground are just some of the stitches that are included in this project. It is stitched on 18ct canvas and measures about 10-3/4" by 7-1/2". You will be proud to display this unique piece. Materials and pattern NOT included in class fee.

Monday      10/19, 11/2 & 11/16        6:30PM - 9:00PM       $35.00

 

 

BEGINNING NEEDLEPOINT - Sierra is the perfect piece to finish as a picture, a pillow or as an insert for a boxtop or

a tray. This new project was designed by Needle Delights Originals and measures 5.5 x 11 inches on 18ct canvas. Threads used to complete this quick and fun project include Watercolours, Waterlilies, perle cotton, Kreinik braids, Belle Soie, and beads. Sign up for this class and learn stitches such as bargello, alternating scotch, diamond eyelets, milanese, cross, tent, and byzantine. Materials and pattern NOT included in class fee.

Tuesday       Oct  27       6:30PM - 9:00PM           $28.00

                                 Monday       Nov  9        6:30PM - 9:00PM           $28.00

 

CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY

Class fee must be paid at the time of registration to reserve a place. One week notice is required to receive a refund for cancellation. NO REFUND WILL BE GIVEN WITHOUT ONE WEEK NOTICE. We reserve the right to cancel a class if he minimum is not met..

Each class participant will receive a coupon for 10% savings on one purchase

(Dazor lamps, custom framing, and sale items excluded)

 

Bring your completed CLASS piece in for custom framing and receive a 15% discount on the cost of the framing.

 

 

 

STITCHES & FRIENDS + PUNCH & COOKIE NIGHT - Looking for an evening of relaxation, stitching, punching, laughter, refreshments and good company? Welcome Stitchery is the place. Bring a friend. . . Make a friend. while you stitch, stitch, stitch or punch, punch, punch. Take advantage of this time to finish one of the UFO’s in your stack of projects or start something new. Enjoy an informal evening with fellow stitchers and punchers. The shop will be open for any of your stitching and punching needs. R.S.V.P. No charge for the sessions. Sessions will meet from 6:30PM - 9:00PM on the first Wednesday of each month.

Wednesday      Sept 2        6:30PM - 9:00PM
Wednesday      Oct 7         6:30PM - 9:00PM
Wednesday      Nov 4        6:30PM - 9:00PM
                                Wednesday       Dec 2        6:30PM - 9:00PM
                                Wednesday       Jan  6       6:30PM - 9:00PM

 

 

TRUNK   SHOW

JBW  Designs

October 6  -  October 24

 

 

Fiber Fanatic Clubs

Take advantage of more opportunities to enjoy the many wonderful fibers available for your stitching pleasure. Join one or more of our Fiber Fanatic Clubs to collect all the colors of your favorite threads. Clubs are ongoing, so start at any time.

Shipping is FREE!

Fanatic Fiber Club
Regular Price
Club Price
Mandarin Floss 8 skeins/mo.
$ 16.00
$ 14.25
Silk Mori 12 ½ skeins/mo.
$ 19.20
$ 17.10
Gloriana Silk 5 skeins/mo.
$ 24.50
$ 21.75
Soie d' Alger Silk 6 skeins/mo.
$ 21.60
$ 19.50
Anchor Floss 24 skeins/mo.
$ 13.20
$ 11.70
Needlepoint Silks 6 skeins/mo.
$ 22.20
$ 19.50
Crescent Colours 10 skeins/mo.
$ 20.00
$ 17.50
Sampler Threads 10 skeins/mo.
$ 19.00
$ 17.00
Weeks Dye Works 10 skeins/mo.
$ 20.00
$ 17.50
Watercolours 8 skeins/mo.
$ 26.40
$ 23.75
Wildflowers 8 skeins/mo.
$ 24.80
$ 22.25
Waterlilies 5 skeins/mo.
$ 29.00
$ 26.00
ThreadworX 6 skeins/mo.
$ 20.40
$ 18.25
Belle Soie 3 skeins/mo.
$ 19.50
$ 17.00
Splendor Silk 6 cards/mo.
$ 21.00
$ 18.50

 

Customer Appreciation Nights

On Thursday evenings from 5:00 - 8:00 PM, we will offer precut fabric at 25% off .

There will also be a surprise sale item .

Something different each week!

 

Shop Hours


9:30am-4:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday;
9:30am-8:00pm Thursday
and
9:30am-3:00pm Saturday

 
 
Welcome Stitchery
48 Brink St.
Crystal Lake, IL 60014 USA
Phone: 815-455-5470
Fax: 815-455-4885
Email: email@welcomestitchery.com

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