Sandy's Stitching

 
Running behind! (or ahead?) May I blame it on Hurricane Milton?

Our first major hurricane is behind us!  We were so blessed as the eye went north of us.  However, there were over 11 tornadoes in our area - one very destructive one approximately 15 miles away.  As I said we are blessed.  Our park suffered no major damage at all.  Lots of palm branches and that type of debris and a couple of smaller trees broke and toppled missing property on their way down.  No flooding.  We did lose power for several hours and we were able to test our new generator.  It came through with flying colors.  So we are watchful because a couple more are out there brewing and what will be will be.

DDI UNIQUELY YOURS FLORIDA STITCHING RETREAT

Our contacts tell us all is well for our upcoming Retreat in November.  The area where our resort is located managed to escape any major damage.  The Events Manager told us it is basically clean up and in fact they were receiving over 150 guests two days after Milton went through.  Apparently no surge hit that particular area of the beach.  (Remember our classrooms are on the 9th floor with a beautiful view.)

The shop also let us know that they escaped major damage.  They were without power for some time but they are open and operating around the clean up in their area.

One thing I have deduced in the short time we have lived here - Floridians take these storms seriously!  They know how to prepare. Once past, however, they know how to recover as quickly as possible!  They are amazing!

RETREAT 2025 particulars will be revealed at the Resort in a few (😜) weeks!  Remember when Retreat seemed eons away?  Can't wait to see you all!

ONLINE CLASSES:

Memories of Hawaii has had the last session posted.  I cheated and posted it a couple days early as the lesson was ready and we had power.

Next up is Ornaments Galore.  Another ornament is being shared today.  This class has offered so many opportunities to use stash and it is fun to work the various stitches and techniques taught. Here's a view while being stitched.

UPCOMING!  REGISTER NOW!

Helga's Hats is another canvas that presents us with many areas to explore different threads and stitches. Another stash buster opportunity.

Notice that the hats are different colors.  Look also at how they are decorated differently.  Of course there is included with the witch the obligatory black cat and crow.  Wonder what the background will be?

Registration is currently open for this 6 Session Online Class.  The first Session will be shared mid-January 2025 and each Session will follow one month later.  Remember these Online Classes are shared in the pdf format and the participant has access to the Sessions whenever it is convenient for their individual schedule. 

The design is painted on 18 count canvas. The area is approximately 18.5" tall by 4.5" wide. 

Email us at duodesignsinc@gmail.com for particulars if interested in joining us.

So that's it in a nutshell.  Terri and I will see ya in a few!  😎 So EXCITED 😃 !