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SOME Chapter has a myriad of skilled stitchers who are happy to share their knowledge of various types of embroidery. All proceeds go to funding Education and Programs for or chapter.
The Southern Maine (“SOME”) Chapter of the New England Region (“NER”) of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America (“EGA”) was organized in 1978. While our membership is concentrated in Maine south of Bangor, we welcome the participation of embroiderers and those interested in needlework from across the US, with plural members from as far away as Texas.
EGA’s mission is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its heritage. SOME Chapter builds on this base by adding fellowship: an opportunity to connect with other stitchers and enjoy the camaraderie that accompanies sharing a common love. In this way, we bring centuries of tradition in stitching circles and quilting bees forward to the 21st century.
SOME Chapter membership offers:
– Bi-monthly chapter meetings with classes and lectures (3rd Tuesdays at 10:00 am)
– Monthly meetings of four area groups (see Area Groups for more information)
– Bi-monthly newsletters
– On-line access to shared resources, including an email mailing list
– Access to a myriad of classes and resources at the regional and national level
If you love to create your own embroideries, try out new techniques, or just admire the work of others, SOME Chapter is for you!
A Message from One of Our Co-Presidents:
Those of you who attended our Spring Getaway, in Auburn over the March 14-17 weekend, know how fabulous it was. We’ve been congratulating ourselves ever since!
Kudos to the whole committee. Barbara Hepburn, who has spearheaded these events for us in the past, as always did a terrific job. She lined up three fantastic teachers. Kris Andrews taught us her Poppy Purse and the Clutch of Daises Huswif. Patty Smith Gardner taught her Elizabethan Pear. And, of course, Denise Pratt, with her Quaker Box. We each had a chance to burnish our skills and learn something new.
Naturally, Barbara couldn’t do it all by herself. Her committee comprised Linda Marchand (registration and door prizes), Emma Morin (registrar), Suzanne Bruno (advertising), Margie Thompson (class angels), Betty Bell (welcome bags), Jerry Wax (teacher welcome bags), Teresa Hall (nametags), Marilyn Sames (opportunity drawings), Sue Rock (table decorations and assistance to Marilyn with the baskets), Maryanne Hall and Linda Marchand (favors), Laurie Simms (yard sale) and Vicki Swerdlow (Treasurer).
It takes a ton of teamwork to pull this off. When I speak with friends, in other EGA regions, they often tell me how lucky we are to have such an active group. I know they are right. We are very fortunate to have such an active chapter. It takes more than luck. It takes hard work and willing, committed workers. For that, I thank you all for being so willing and doing such an outstanding job!
The next time a special event, like our upcoming Annual Luncheon, consider joining us. We’d love to have each and everyone of our members participate. Truly, participating and volunteering is the rewarding way to make friends, learn new things and keep a smile on your face. We all benefit from these events.
Again, thanks to all! And to those of you who have yet to join in on our special events, we look forward to seeing you there! Cynthia Minot
Calendar
For more information on any of these activities, please Contact Us.
May 21, 2024 – Chapter 46th Anniversary Annual Meeting & Luncheon
Location – Portland Country Club
July 16, 2024 – Chapter Meeting
Location: TBD
July 16, 2024 – Bookbinding with Purplebean Bindery
Location & Time: TBD
September 17, 2024 – Wool Applique at Camp Wool
Location: Camp Wool, Hollis, ME.
September 17, 2024, 7:00 pm – Chapter Meeting
Location: Zoom, the meeting time has been changed to accommodate the wool applique class.
Embroiderers' Guild of America
Mission Statement: “The mission of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its heritage.”