July 18

Mid-Month has come and gone - time to share this month' Online Mystery Class lessons.

Fall Welcome Wreath from PLD is in its 6th lesson this month.  This is one of the longer classes involving 8 sessions.  I mean, really, look at all this stuff to cover.  This lesson focused on pumpkins!

We did a little bit of everything.

Then we added Session 4 of the Merry Kissmas Eve - also by PLD.

We did Mrs. Claus' hair and I must say I love how it turned out!

We also did Santa's beard, hair and mustache.

But for some the excitement involved starting a new class!  We posted our first Session for Just Add Water from CBK.  She is a companion piece to Just A Sip we completed a little while back.  For her we began with some background - surprise, surprise!  We added the window area.

And the tile floor.

We also added the flesh to prepare our Bathing Beauty for her swimsuit and float.  Next we will move on to some of the other background such as the wall covering and the curtains.

Registrations are open for our upcoming classes.  Next up is Two by Two from Strictly Christmas.

As you can imagine, this is an 8-lesson series class.  The 8-lesson packet is $175.  To sign up email us at duodesignsinc@yahoo.com. Get your canvas ordered from your LNS.  We are hopeful that the painters will have gotten caught up with their orders by the time we are ready to start.  If you need assistance with getting your supplies just let us know and we can put you in contact with a shop that is very careful to kit exactly to our guidelines.

Then we have the class that features needle felting - Spring Welcome from PLD.

Although the focus is for needle felting on needlework we have so much more going on here.  Stumpwork, appliqué, beading, needle weaving, etc.  This is a 6-lesson series class.  The 6-lesson packet is still $150.  Just email us at duodesignsinc@yahoo.com to join.

And yet another exciting class in the lineup is our Lovable Llama from Gayla Elliott!  

We understand that the shops have been getting their canvases so we will be good to go in mid-October!  This cutie will be a 6-session series.  Again, just email us at duodesignsinc@yahoo.com for registration.

Stay tuned as there is always something going on at Arthur Acres.  Please stay safe and healthy! Our state is in a stage of spiking again so most of us are all very cautious!

July 11, 2020

Another holiday has come and gone and it has been uneventful.  We did get to see a couple of our great-grandbabies - first time since first of March.  Everyone was well and looked great.  This is our first real encounter with individuals out of our home so we are watching closely for the next couple of weeks.

Online Mystery Classes

So happy that more and more canvases are arriving to shops and designers!  Hope to get mine soon too!  In the meanwhile I have been able to start on the new Spring Welcome needle felting on needlework class.  So excited!

This class is currently scheduled to begin mid-October.  This class is offered as a complete project - the price will include the lesson packet, handpainted canvas, threads, detailed lessons and any accessories/embellishments used.

Next week we will share our first session in Just Add Water.

Registration is still open for Just Add Water as well as other exciting designs.  Email us at duodesignsinc@yahoo.com to join the fun.

Two By Two is starting mid September.  Invoicing will begin in August.

Lovable llama is in the shops and heading to those who have ordered for. classes.  He is tentatively set to have his first session mid-November.

Needles 'N Fins Stitching Adventures - Group of those who love to stitch and cruise as we go

We are starting to see some activity in the travel world.  I am not too optimistic at this point however, as Kentucky is starting to see spiking to the numbers again!  Fingers crossed.

In the meanwhile we are planning our Hawaiian adventure for April 2021!  People are starting to send in their reservations so we continue to be excited!  Still waiting for our optional class project canvas though. Maybe we will get it soon!  I have a lot of stitching to do!

If you are not a member her of the Needles 'N Fins group be sure to go over and request to join us!  

Off I go until next week!

Stay safe and healthy!

For those who need them, here is the picture of the ZigZag stitch in the square.

Zigzag

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!

Please stay safe and healthy! And be mindful of the fur babies!

Registration has closed for the ANG Virtual Seminar so time for me to get my act together and put together kits.  I used to have a dining room table, a kitchen table and a game table but somehow I can no longer see them!  Not complaining mind you.  Grateful!

ZOOM!

What is this Zoom stuff?  Isn't it amazing how trying situations always result into something new developing to combat our challenges?  Well for me it is Zoom!

We are currently working on presenting our classes as Zoom based.  It will be very interesting to see how this develops.  I'm excited about it and feel that everyone is very patient with those of us who are learning how best to utilize this new mode of communication.  My biggest challenge to begin with is the class sizes.  But this should not be a challenge really as everyone would be on mute, etc., just like in a real classroom setting.(Mute?  My students?  Yea, right! Thank goodness for Chat!) Keep your fingers crossed for me and feel free to offer advise as to what you would like to get from such classes.  You may email me at duodesignsinc@yahoo.com as always with comments, suggestions, criticisms, what you want, etc.

ONLINE MYSTERY CLASSES

This weekend is slated for me to work on our upcoming class Spring Welcome! Have quite a bit of stitching to do before we do the final lesson of needle felting on needlework! I'm awaiting a few threads and will be able to pass along the kit price later in the week hopefully.  This is the first class we have offered that is a complete kit- lessons, handpainted canvas, all threads and embellishments and felting needle.  This is a design from PLD Designs. And we definitely plan for you to be able to watch the process.

We were very happy to see a post that our Lovable Llama canvas from Gayla Elliott has started to arrive at various shops!  Some participants have let me know that they are receiving their canvases.  So now we can plan more definitely for his beginning in mid-October.

Be sure to email us at duodesignsinc@yahoo.com if you desire to join us.

NEEDLES 'N FINS STITCHING ADVENTURES - a group for like minded stitchers and travelers

Some of the travel agents are starting to open up a little - at least here in Kentucky where our Governor had practically shut everything down.  We (hubby and I) are fearful that things might be opening up to quickly but we still hunker down here at home.  However, this does not prevent us from planning for our future adventure.

It is my understanding that registration is in process for our upcoming Hawaiian Island Hopping Stitching Cruise. Oh my goodness the precautions the ship is taking is unbelievable.  Rumor has it that they may even reduce the number of travelers - guidelines change daily so we'll just have to wait and see.  If this is the case you will want to make sure you get your spot reserved early so we can party hardy!  Contact Russ at russ@platinumtvl.com at Platinum Travel here in Kentucky.  He will take good care of you.

duodesignsbySandra - Etsy Shop

Have you checked out our Etsy Shop lately?  We keep adding new stitch guides as we can so maybe the one you are looking for is there.  Also surplus canvases or other class materials are added in very limited numbers.  Go have a look see!

PAY IT FORWARD - Hearts A to Z Sampler - free stitch each week

Mercy!  Can you believe that the weeks have flown by for our sampler!  I hope you enjoyed making it.

ZIGZAG -

Y Stitch 6-27

JUNE IS ALMOST GONE!  REALLY!

Where is time going?  And what do we have to show for the last 6 months?  Well, fortunately for those of us who stitch, we have some stitching accomplishments that we have made.  I cannot imagine being without my needlework during a time like this.

Last reminder for the ANG Virtual Seminar. 

Registration closes on June 30!  Get those registrations in if you want to join us.  It will be quite an adventure for all of us.  Look at all the 'firsts' we are experiencing.

I would love to have you register for my classes.  Both have been great fun.  The lovely Flags of Glory is such a joy to work on during these troubling times.

Crazy Quits Journey is the other class of mine.  This is almost a sampler because it has so many techniques and materials to experience in the making.

Just go to the link below and view the classes that are being offered.  Easy Peasy!

                                               https://www.needlepoint.org/page/Seminar2020Home

ONLINE MYSTERY CLASSES

I am so excited to be sharing my techniques for doing needle felting on needlework.  I have started stitching the model and hope to be able to share with you soon.  In the meanwhile be sure to send me an email to sign up for the class.  

Starting to play!

We have some lovely stitching techniques to get through first before we start on our happy bunny! We'll be doing decorative stitches galore.  We're adding beads, needle weaving, stump work - that's right - Stump work! - padding, appliqué, little ribbon work, but of course mostly needle felting!  Come on!  You don't want to miss this one.  Send email to duodesignsinc@yahoo.com.

In just 2 weeks we will be starting our companion Saturday Night Beauty - Just Add Water.

                            

We understand that the needlepoint canvas painters are starting to ship some of the backorders.  Fingers crossed!

NEEDLES 'N FINS Stitching Adventures

Yippeee!  It appears we will start getting some feedback regarding our Hawaii Stitching Cruise set for April.  I know many of you have sent in your reservations so just be patient a little longer.  So excited!

As soon as I get the revised brochure (spelling errors, etc. changed) I will share with you.  It was wonderful discussing our plans with the travel agent again after many months of everything being at a standstill!  The cruise lines are still a little slow in responding but remember they are also dealing with the enormous headaches of all their cancelled/postponed trips.  What a headache!  

One thing we are hearing is that maybe there will need to be less people on ships.  If this is correct, it is even more important that you get your reservations in early!  It would be so sad to leave you behind!  Just contact Russ at russ@platinumtvl.com. Note that this is a different agency than used on our previous trip.

Now if I could just hear from the needlepoint painters about canvases my week would really be quite fruitful!

PAY IT FORWARD - Hearts A to Z Sampler - Free stitching diagram

I look at this and cannot believe that we have just about completed the alphabet!  I'll have to dig out something else.

Someone wrote me that you did not actually get the Rapid Stitch but a Rhodes stitch instead.  Here is the Rapid Stitch if you want to download it.

Y STITCH

June is 20- Woven

June 20 -

ANG registration time for the Distance Learning Classes for 2020 Tucson Seminar is dwindling day by day.  In other words the clock is ticking!  Have you registered? Great opportunity to take extra classes that you would not have been able to do in the f2f venue so take advantage of the situation!

https://www.needlepoint.org/page/Seminar2020Home

MAINE RETREAT

We optimistically are working on our Maine Retreat for October!  Fingers crossed.  I will be teaching the fun Peanut Butter & Jelly design.

There are limited spots so be sure to reserve yours. Check the information from the host Art Needlepoint for specific details.

Come to the magical Maine Coast.  Soak up some sun, fresh air, and great food. 

Join other Needlepointistas near the ocean for a fun time 

with lots to do when not stitching. 

Event is Oct 9 - 11, 2020. 

All skill levels welcome! 

 The crowds are gone. The leaves are in their full glory. 

 Two full days of stitching with Master Certified Teachers. 

We have a preliminary brochure we can email for the class projects 

after you register so that you can pick your project and teacher. 

The information will also include the accommodations  in BoothBay Harbor, Maine - 

 the code to save $$ on your kit and your hotel reservations

and other information.  

It is a limited space.

Registration fee is one time.

Of the registration fee $250 deposit is non refundable.  

Registration is on a first come first serve basis. 

We like to keep our classes small, so registration will close when the classes are at their capacity.   

 Needles UP!  Email or call us for more information 

Best,

Doreen

www.artneedlepoint.com

(800) 573-1463 or (978) 226-8271

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ONLINE MYSTERY CLASSES

Shared the monthly lessons this week for the current classes.

Merry Kissmas Eve from PLD has their second session.  More done on the window area.

Then we added a session to the Fall Welcome Wreath also from PLD- featured acorns and flowers this month.

And again we had to bid farewell to one of our pieces.  At the Seashore from Sandra Gilmore was a lot of work and had a multitude of different things going on -perspective - textures - techniques - moods - but we managed to get it finished!

Now we are concentrating on the new guys coming on board.  Next month we will be adding Just Add Water - CBK Designs. She is the companion to our recently finished Just a Sip!

Just email us to duodesignsinc@yahoo.com to get in on this class.  We will begin mid-July so still time.

Then we'll venture out a little and instead of a mystery you'll get to see the completed project.  Our Spring Welcome from PLD Designs is going to go through the steps of doing needle felting on needlework. This class will work for the beginner so don't hesitate to join in. I introduced this technique at market many years ago and it is catching on more and more.

But wait!  That's not all.  We'll do some beading, some appliqué, some needle weaving and how about some stump work? Lots to look forward to on this guy.  So come join us and sign up by sending an email to duodesignsinc@yahoo.com and we'll get you on the list. This is an all-inclusive class:  handpainted canvas, threads and embellishments, detailed diagrams and illustrations,  and felting needle.  Optional felting tools will also be offered All you need is an open mind and willingness to have a good time!. We'll start playing with this guy mid-November.  Come on and join in for what is sure to be fun!

Our Lovable Llama from Gayla Elliott is scheduled for mid-October pending canvas availability.

Oh the impishness (I guess that's a word 'cause it didn't light up!) of this fellow. 

We certainly can't forget our Noah's ark - Two by Two from Strictly Christmas. We hope to start these guys mid-September - again depending on canvas availability.

Can you see that cute little lamb on Noah's arm?  Every time I look at this piece I see something cuter and cuter!

I have shuffled dates so much that I hope I have this correct - lol.  Stitching a panda on the Llama might not work too well!

        SO:  To sign up for any and all of these wonderful and happy projects just send email to duodesignsinc@yahoo.com

PLAY IT FORWARD -Hearts A to Z free stitch sampler

WOVEN

Seems we got our alphabet mixed up last week!

QUICK CORRECTION!

I did not realize that I skipped the 'W' in the Hearts A to Z Sampler free stitch diagrams. Be sure when stitching to leave a square empty for the 'W'.  I'll post that one next week!