For our March Meeting we were treated to a Needlework Press Patriotic Project. The kit was a pre-order. However, we bought extra and they are still available. (Pop a message on our Facebook page and someone will get back to you.) Kits were mailed or handed out at the meeting. The meeting was devoted to the assembly of the book and the stitching did not have to be completed prior the meeting. Fabric, mat board, ribbon and the insert were provided.
Treasurer’s Report was given. Balances available in the general fund was provided as well as the balances for each of the two conservation funds.
Upcoming programs - As a reminder, our “tentative” calendar for 2026 is posted under Files on our Facebook page. “Tentative” because we all know things are subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control.
For April, we will welcome Merry Susan Shreck of Prim Peacock Samplers. She will be talking on Shaker Samplers and Fancy Goods.
Spring Retreat - Our Spring Retreat will be at Salty Yarns April 17 - 19, 2026. Effective with this retreat, there is a $50 non-refundable deposits. Deadline for sign-ups is Saturday, March 21, 2026.
For May, Theresa Venette of Shakespeare’s Peddler will be our guest speaker.
Fall Retreat - Our Fall Retreat will be at Salty Yarns the same weekend as our November Guild Meeting. November 13th, 14th and 15th. Barbara Hutson will join the meeting for a sampler presentation. There will be a hybrid option for those not attending the retreat.
Other News: We encourage members to bring non-perishable food items to the in-person meetings to add to the Church’s Food Bank. Remote members, we encourage you to donate at your local food bank.
America’s Tapestry - Continued kudos to members Becky and Amy for their diligence on the Delaware’s America’s Tapestry. They are working to meet the deadline of April 1st.
Chester County History Center will be hosting two classes in May. The first class will be with Amy Mitten,via zoom. The second with Kathy Lesieur. They will be May 13th and May 14th. Registration has not yet opened.
Thank you to Patrick for handling the distribution of her participation gifts tothose who logged their completed projects in the Guild’s Green Book.
Embroiderer’s Guild of America/EGA has a virtual lecture series. Lectures are $5 for EGA members and $25 for non-members. Check out their website at EGAUSA.org
Prizes were also awarded to those who shared their pieces in our Designer of the Year Showcase in January
We are continuing our partnership with Floss and Flame in Dover, Delaware. Member of the guild receive discounts on selected patterns. Each month three patriotic patterns are featured on Floss and Flames website. Scroll to the bottom of their website and use the DVHSG link. The password is provided in your member newsletter. Each month a small, medium and large chart anre chosen. You have the option to buy the pattern only or have it kitted. Guild members receive a 15% statement on these and on in store purchases.
Don’t forget your secret stitcher. Please let Susan H know if you have any issues or have moved. Remember to post on the Facebook page a thank you and photos of gifts your receive. If you do not have Facebook, forward pictures to Susan and she will post on your behalf. Since your Secret Stitcher is a “secret”, this is a way to send a Thank You as well as to let them know the package has been received..
DVHSG Merchandise - We are thinking of selling t-shirts, bags, etc. with the DVHSG logo. This is still in the talking stage and we are asking for volunteers to research and manage this.
Auction - Many of you are away, we lost a long-time and original member of DVHSG last summer. The family has generously donated many of her charts, kits and DVSHG projects for sale. Their request is that all proceeds be dedicated to sampler conservations. In order to open up sales to more than just members who attend meetings to allow other stitchers the opportunity, we will start selling these on Facebook. Our Facebook page stipulates ‘no sales’ allowed. We are making an exception because all profits will benefit conservation. In addition, since our group is open to sampler lovers and stitcher’s who are not guild members, we will have a broader pool of potential buyers and be able to get the best prices. Many thanks to Caitlin B for coordinating this.
In our midst, The Old Man and the Bea was mentioning on Brenda and the Serial Stitcher's flosstube. This is the design company of member Susan H and her husband.
Floss and Flame is planning a weekend retreat in November.They are still working on the details for this first in-person retreat. The date will be November 6 - 8.
Some of our Show and Tell for the day.
Next meeting - In person and Zoom - April 11, 2026 Merry Susan Schreck of Prim Peacock Samplers
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