October 2017

The leaves are falling and the decor has turned to chrysanthemums and pumpkins. It must be October. Its time to start planning for upcoming holidays and that includes putting a few Stitcher’s Garden gift certificates on your "to buy" list or your own wish list. One size fits all and it’s the receiver’s choice of what she wants. Wishing everyone a Happy Halloween and Happy Stitching, Jan Please note that the shop will be closing at 3pm Saturday, October 7th

IMPORTANT DATES Stitch-In — Friday, October 4th 7-midnight $10/stitcher SHOP CLOSED Thanksgiving Day — Thursday, November 23rd Sue Hillis Trunk Show — December Stitch-In — Friday, December 1st, 7-midnight $10/stitcher SHOP CLOSED Christmas — December 22nd-25th SHOP CLOSED New Year’s Day, — January 1st Erica Michaels Trunk Show — January Stitch-In — Friday, February 2nd, 7-midnight $10/stitcher Nashville Needlework Market — March 2nd-4th Stitching Friends Retreat — March 16th-18th, "Grandma’s Sewing Basket" featuring Beth Seal of Summerhouse Stitche Workes, held at the Hampton Inn & Suites

WHAT’S NEW

• With Thy Needle & Thread — Spirits & Spells, Autumn’s Bouquet, Hallow’s Eve At Raven’s Hollow
• By Kathy Barrick — Autumn Harvest Sampler, A Miniature Quaker Sampler, Crowned Owls, Pretty As A Peacock, Halloween At Hawk Run Hollow
• Puffin & Company — Mini Needle Nannies: Star, Pumpkin, Acorn; Magnetic Micro Needle Threaders: Star, Pumpkin, Acorn
• The Scarlet House — Fall Frolic, Salem Hill Sampler
• Cuore e Batticuore — Shabby Autumn Calendar
• Little House Needleworks — Autumn ABC’s, Early Americans #7: Abigail Adams
• Shepherd’s Bush — Spooky Notes
• Kit & Bixby — House On Haunted Hill
• Stacy Nash Primitives — Toil & Trouble Pinkeep, Moon Moth Pinkeep
• Silver Creek Samplers — My Christmas List, Olivia Ochreleiph
• Homespun Elegance — Autumn Pear So Fair
• Artful Offerings — Winsome Whale, Bee Farm, Pinny Penguin’s Heart Of Christmas
• Madame Chantilly — The Bear And The Tree, Autumn Is Coming

SNEAK PEEK OF FABRICS AND FIBERS FOR RETREAT PROJECT

Here is a sneak peek of some of the fabrics and fibers used in our retreat project for 2018 "Grandma’s Heart" by Beth Seal of Summer-house Stitche Workes. The retreat will take place March 16th-18th at the Carrier Circle Hampton Inn & Suites

UPCOMING OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER CLASSES

Silk Gauze "Random Threads" Saturday, October 7th, 10-12 $45 This design from Erica Michaels is worked on 40ct silk gauze using one strand of floss. Experience with counted work is necessary. Magnification is recommended.
Beginning Hardanger "Scissor Fob" Saturday, October 14th 10-12 $45 Learn to do Kloster blocks, cut fabric threads, and fill stitches using two sizes of DMC Perle Cotton. Linen experience is recommended.
Beginning Linen "Give Thanks" Saturday, October 21st 9-11 $40 Learn to stitch over two linen threads on 28ct Cashel linen.
Beginning Cross Stitch "Fruit Bowl" Saturday, October 28th 9-11 $35 This class piece is worked in cross stitch and backstitch on 18ct Aida. We will also discuss fabrics, fibers, and terminology used in stitching.
French Knots "The Singing Tree" Saturday, November 4th 10-12 $55 This miniature rug design by Teresa Layman is stitched entirely using French knots and Colonial knots with one strand of floss for amazing detail. There is no counting involved. Please bring a small locking hoop to class. Magnification is helpful.
Punch Needle "Stocking Ornament" Saturday, November 11th 10-12 $50 Learn to transfer your design to your fabric, how to punch and how to correct mistakes. A three strand punch needle is included in your kit. You will need to bring a locking hoop to class with you.
Canvaswork "Winter Quilt Block" Saturday, November 18th 10-12 $45 This design by Laura Perin is worked on 18ct Mono Canvas using DMC Perle Cotton. Experience with counted work is recommended. Please bring a pair of stretcher bars and tacks to class.
All classes require a 50% deposit to register. Please call 315-449-2181 or stop by the shop to see the class models. All materials needed are included in the class fee unless otherwise specified. Please bring a small pair of embroidery scissors and a q-snap or hoop with you. If you use specialty lighting and/or magnification please bring them to class with you.

A Stitcher’s Garden
7070 Cedar Bay Road, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Phone: 315-449-2181, Fax: 315-445-7934
Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5 Wed til 6
Website: www.AStitchersGarden.com