Woodlawn’s Needlework Show has opened and NJNA has again been a big part of the activities. Congratulations to all the winners. You can see a list of everyone on their web site. NJNA members this year won a total of 12 awards – Great job everyone !! I also hear that the Nellies Needlers bake a tremendous amount of the cookies they are know for and you better go early to the show to get some – a big hit right after the needlework. https://www.woodlawnpopeleighey.org/2025-nws-award-winners

This months meeting is going to be worth the time – we are having Debbie Rowley doing her “Anchors Away” lecture. She does a wonderful job giving us pointers on how to start and end a thread. Don’t miss it Debbie is a great teacher !

Mark your calendars – the ANG Online Auction is at the end of this month. Hmmm they say there will be exclusive items and EXPERIENCES – what a tease. Can’t wait for more information to be released. It all happens on March 27 – 30 – love looking at all the items !

As you may know, ANG is trying to entice younger people to come join the fun. They have a deal to get your membership 50% less if your 35 and under. I certainly hope they are getting a bunch of takes because I found a list of the new members just for Feb – and that is a big list! This is a great way to “test drive” the organization to see if you enjoy our favorite hobby ! https://www.needlepoint.org/general/custom.asp?page=Membership

Did you watch the Today Show last week????? They had a segment about the new Penny Linn store – you can see it on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGv0Nltv7su/ I know people that went to the grand opening – hour and a half wait to get in the door !!! If you go to her instagram page you can see a tour of the new store – it’s big !!! She also has posted some of the new items for Spring. Can’t wait to take a road trip with the gang !

Another big move is the Wool and the Floss – they have moved their store to bigger quarters. If you go to their Instagram page they not only look like they have a great new place but the “Flossettes” are a fun group ! https://www.instagram.com/p/DG06QB6RXvT/

You may know that Melissa MacLeod the owner of the Wool & The Floss does a podcast with Megan Holmes, the owner of The Needlepoint Club House – called “Pointing It Out”. They have taken a break from that as Melissa has just moved but… Megan is going to move also in the near future. Good luck ladies – it’s nice to see needlepoint having a growth spurt !

Another big name in the needlepoint world is M’s Canvas House in Lexington KY. If you can’t find it – call them. She is the producer of the wonderful Big Buddies needle minders and is known for her “Bead Bar”. She now has a new adventure- a metallic thread line called Radiance. Check out the color variety (there are 102)- better than a rainbow ! The new thread is meant for 18 count with a new size for 13 count coming out in the fall. https://www.instagram.com/mscanvashouse/reel/DG0UKi9Ms0q/

Stitch By Stitch in NY is about to have their yearly retreat (everyone have a great time!) One of their staff, Betty, has had a tragic death in her family. Her niece’s husband passed away suddenly from cancer leaving 2 small children. Colors of Praise has very generously donated a one of a kind 12 mesh tapestry canvas to be raffled off with the proceeds going to the family. If you would like to take a chance or even just donate go to Stitch By Stitch’s web site and you can see a video of Betty along with an opportunity to enter the raffle. https://stitchbystitchneedlepoint.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooH6_X6wJCDBrOoWraDtc2co2C_Yr_6w_z-KYpYT5MboZbMw3ep

While you on the Stitch By Stitch web site – check out her new items from the upcoming Spring Market. This is just the beginning of many refreshing new designs to come (I can’t wait). https://stitchbystitchneedlepoint.com/collections/whats-new-2025

If your a Robin King fan – hurry to Ridgewood Needlepoint. They are having a 2 day class with her. She is teaching the Kelly Clark topiary canvases that Robin did the stitch guide’s for. The event happens in September and there are only 2 spots left! https://ridgewoodneedlepoint.com/

Hurry – Hurry – Hurry Needlepoint.com is having a special on finishing. If you turn in finishing by March 11 you will be entered in a raffle to win a $100 gift card ! https://needlepoint.com/pages/finishing?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=campaign&utm_campaign=2025_03_04%20Trunk%20Show%2C%20Finishing%20Special&utm_klaviyo_id=01EY735XHE675Z0Z1C4Z7SB8DK&_kx=SpNrwJYeSg8JHGV3vDRNkpeUD67Ddf2hdz1HBTATTO0.TxAVmM

In case your not aware – those beautiful threads from Color Compliments are a Canadian based company. The owner wanted to tell all her US customers that in this time of tariffs there is something called a a de minimis exemption. De minimis exemptions allow shipments under a certain value to enter a country without incurring customs duties or tariffs. These exemptions are put in place to simplify the trade process and reduce administrative burden. De minimis thresholds vary from country to country. Currently de minimus exemptions remain in place and orders below $800 are not subject to the current 25% tariff applied to goods from Canada. Any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out – info@colourcomplements.com

While your on their web site – check out the cute mug canvases she has. The newest one is for Easter – just too cute and such soft colors !! https://colourcomplements.com/product-category/mugs-colour-complements?utm_source=Colour+Complements+News+%26+Updates&utm_campaign=7a56b63107-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2025_03_04_10_44&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-7a56b63107-285058737&mc_cid=7a56b63107&mc_eid=a82e51f2f8

Tips and Tricks: KC Needlepoint has 5 tips for taking your needlepoint on the road with you. I don’t know anyone that would leave it behind!?!?! Isn’t it the first thing you pack?? All their suggestions are spot on. The weather has to be turning warmer soon and everyone will be ready to take a trip be it small or long. Read their ideas and check out their products as they put together a nice kit. https://www.kcneedlepoint.com/blogs/news/hit-the-road-traveling-with-your-needlepoint?omnisendContactID=61fc368aa1816e00226a532d&utm_campaign=campaign%3A+Travelling+with+your+stitching+%28679b87084f984bfae0b24113%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=omnisend

Who was that Famous Stitcher? That was none other than Lorene Salt !! Lorene is Canadian and after starting out cross stitching she needed a challenge and started to do canvas work. She is a member of the Embroiderer’s Assoc of Canada and ANG. She loves to bead and make jewelry and you will see elements of that in her colorful designs. https://lorenesaltneedlearts.com/

Do you know who this famous stitcher is?