Metropolitan Region News
Registration is now open to all EGA members to attend Stitching at the MET Gala
2025. This event will be held at the Montvale Courtyard Marriott Hotel, 100 Chestnut
Ridge Road, Montvale, NJ, 07645, on Saturday and Sunday, April 26 and 27, 2025.
Attendees will have the option of taking a two-day class or stitching in our Stitching
Room on Saturday and/or Sunday. Attendees are not required to stay at the host hotel
and will be able to take advantage of the many reasonable restaurants in the area.
Those attendees wanting to stay at the host hotel will be provided with a link to book
their hotel room. More information is below.
Registration Information:
To register for a class during Regular Registration: EGA members will be able to register
for one of three classes offered on a first come, first served basis. Regular registration
will close on December 5, 2024. The Seminar Fee is $175. A non-refundable deposit
of $40 must accompany the registration form and will be applied to the Seminar Fee.
The balance of the Seminar Fee ($135) and the applicable kit fee is due by December 5,
2024. Please note that the Seminar Fee balance and/or the kit fee payment not received
by the due date will incur a late charge of $10 each for a maximum of $20.
To register for a class after Regular Registration has ended: Late registrations
received between December 6, 2024 and March 1, 2025 will be subject to class
availability. EGA members are asked to contact me prior to sending the form and
payment in full.
Classes offered: Three 2-day classes are being offered – Warwick Cosmos by
Katherine Diuguid, Mrs. Sparkles by Dawn Donnelly and Batik to Stitch by
Laura Smith. The class pictures, descriptions and pertinent information are on
the attachment.
To register for the Stitching Room: EGA members and guests are welcome to register
for either one day (Saturday or Sunday) or both days in the Stitching Room. Registration will close on February 26, 2025. The registration fee is $50 for both days or $30 for one
day. Please note that this fee is non-refundable.
Please complete the applicable registration form and send that form along with your
check made payable to “Metropolitan Region EGA” to Janice Meyers, 37 Linton Close,
Freehold, NJ, 07728.
Hotel Information:
The Montvale Courtyard Marriott Hotel is a unique upscale hotel. Centrally located
among all of the excitement of New York City, Bergen County New Jersey, Rockland
County New York, and just 30 minutes from the Meadowlands Sports Complex and
American Dream. The hotel is less than a mile from the Garden State Parkway,
exit #172 and about 3 minutes from the New York/New Jersey border, making this
location very convenient for our Region members, regardless of where they live.
No food will be allowed in the classrooms/stitching room, but the hotel does have
a bistro/lounge area on the first floor in which you can bring in food for lunch or
dinner. The bistro is open for breakfast from 6 am – 10 am on weekends.
Any lighting and/or magnification needed must be battery operated as no electrical
cords are allowed. Also, pack a nametag in your stitching bag as none will be provided.
Sleeping Room Information:
We have made arrangements with the hotel for a contracted sleeping room rate of
$199 per night (Friday, April 25 and/or Saturday, April 26) for either a single or
double sleeping room, plus taxes. Attendees must make their own reservations.
The link:
Please note that there is a drop-down list to select the nights. Sleeping room reservations
must be made by March 25, 2025. The hotel also has several ADA compliant sleeping
rooms. All sleeping rooms have in-room coffee service and a refrigerator. Free Wi-fi
is also provided.
Dining Information:
For your dining pleasure there are many options available. Attached to the hotel is
the Fire and Oak Restaurant that is open for dinner on weekends. Within minutes of
the hotel are many other restaurants and casual dining including Wegman’s and
Whole Foods. Further information will be provided at a later date.
Metropolitan Region Seminar Scholarships:
The winner of our chapter’s scholarship for a first time attendee is Nancy Walsh
and the winner of our chapter's scholarship for a return attendee is Carolyn Stumpf.
The winner of the Metropolitan Region’s scholarship is Cecelia Zeichner,
Manhattan Chapter and the runner-up is Kathy Sullivan, Monmouth Chapter.
For More Information:
We hope that you can join us! For more information and/or questions, please
contact me at GrayceeDM@aol.com or 732-407-7646.
Warwick Cosmos – Katherine Diugui
Technique – Thread Mixing with Contemporary Goldwork
Design Size – 3” x 6”
Level – All skill levels, handsewing or embroidery experience is recommended
Kit Fee – $115
This design is inspired by wild cosmos that Katherine photographed along the roadsides near Greenwood Lake and Warwick, NY. The design, on 36-40 count linen, blends thread mixing with basic stitches with contemporary goldwork embroidery. The threads provided in the kit can be used in various ways for different individual outcomes.
Kit includes – 36-40 count linen, Weeks Dye Works embroidery flosses, metal wires, embroidery needles, instruction booklet and tissue paper
Student to supply – 8”–10” embroidery hoop or equal size stretcher bars or frame, embroidery scissors, a few colored pencils (pinks, reds, yellow), usual stitching supplies, including light and/or magnification if needed
Mrs. Sparkles – Dawn Donnelly
Technique – Canvas work
Design Size – 7 1⁄2” x 9 1⁄2”
Level – Intermediate
Kit Fee – $150
Mrs. Sparkles was created to be a companion piece to Mr. Sparkles and to be on display during the winter months after Christmas. She is filled with fun stitches and glitz. Special techniques include beaded snowflakes and hearts, Backstitch and Couching on the diagonal, Branscombe Edge, Bargello, padded nose, and Colonial Knots and French Knots to create a bulky hat brim and pompom. Additional stitches include Padded Satin, Staggered Cross, Long/Short, Smryna, Criss Cross Hungarian, Rhodes and Mosaic Square Modified.
Kit includes – 18-count blue canvas, embroidery floss, silk, metallic, perle cotton, sequins and beads, needles and instructions
Student to supply – 12” x 14” stretcher bars, tacks, frame weight or clamp, small sharp scissors, laying tool, beading mat, usual stitching supplies including light and/or magnification if needed
Batik to Stitch – Laura Smith
Technique – Wax batik on fabric, design and color concepts, embroidery stitches and bead enhancements
Design Size – 12” x 12” or student’s choice. Fabric is provided for up to three designs.
Level – All levels
Kit Fee – $75
Using ancient techniques developed in Bali, wax is applied to fabric with a stamp called a tjap (pronounced “chop”). Students choose colors. An optional crackling technique gives a marbled effect, seen as navy blue lines in the turtle design. Finally, the piece is ironed to remove wax and set paint. Students learn to batik on Day 1. On Day 2, they create stitch plans, stitch, or make more batik images. Each student receives guidance for adding the provided beads, sequins, and sheer fabrics to develop the designs.
Kit includes – Prepared for Dyeing (PFD) cotton for up to three images, paint, brushes, non-latex gloves, and needles. Students will share wax heaters and brushes for wax. Several images are available for the class: turtle, butterfly, dragonfly, gecko, owl, irises, lily, sunflower, and small geometric. A class stash of threads, beads, and sequins will be available. Students select from a range of color options for their embroidery.
Student to supply – 8” hoop, usual stitching supplies including scissors for metallic thread and fabric. Students should wear painting clothes
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Metropolitan Region EGA April 26 & 27, 2025
REGISTRATION DATES: MAY 13, 2024 TO DECEMBER 5, 2024
Mail this form with your check or money order (made payable to Metropolitan Region Seminar) to;
Janice Meyers, 37 Linton Close, Freehold, NJ 07728 Phone: 732-407-7646 E-mail: GrayceeDM@aol.com
Last Name: _____________________ First: _____________________ Middle Initial: ________
Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________
E-mail Address: _________________________________
Day Phone: _________________Evening Phone: ________________________Cell Phone: ______________________
Primary EGA Chapter: __________________EGA Member #: _______________________Plural Member: __________
Emergency Info – Contact Name: _________________________________Day Phone: _________________________
Cell Phone: _________________________________________________
REGISTRANT MUST BE A MEMBER OF THE EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD OF AMERICA, INC.
CLASS REQUEST
Teacher Class
1. _____________________________________ _______________________________________________
2. _____________________________________ _______________________________________________
Would you like to be a class angel? ________________________
SEMINAR FEE
The Seminar Fee is $175 which covers the teaching fee, teacher expenses and seminar expenses.
A non-refundable deposit of $40 is required with the submission of this registration request. The balance of $135 is to be paid on or before December 5, 2024along with the applicable kit fee.
RELEASE
I release the Embroiderers’ Guild of America, Inc. and the Metropolitan Region from liability for any personal injury,
property damage, loss or theft while participating in or attending any functions of Stitching at the MET Gala 2025.
Signature: _________________________________________ Date: ___________________________________________
REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY
I understand that cancellation may be made by notifying Janice Meyers via email or US postal mail. Requests for cancellation
will be refunded minus a $40 non-refundable registration fee and other charges Stitching at the MET Gala 2025 cannot
cancel. Cancellations after February 26, 2025 will only be made in cases of illness/death/extreme emergency of
registrant/immediate family. A doctor’s statement is required for any illness. Any class with an insufficient number of
registrants may be cancelled.
Signature: ________________________________________Date: ____________________________________________
- Please sign and date both signature lines.
- Registration forms may be reproduced.
- Please make a copy for your records.
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Registration Information Registration for Stitching at the MET Gala 2025 will be available from May 13, 2024 to December 5, 2024, for all EGA members on a first come, first served basis. Late registrations received between December 6, 2024 and March 1, 2025 will be subject to class availability.
All registration forms must be accompanied by a check or money order payable to “Metropolitan Region EGA” in the amount of $40. All correspondence will be electronic. The balance of the Seminar Fee ($135) must be paid, along with the applicable kit fee by December 5, 2024. Please note that the Seminar Fee balance and/or the kit fee payment not received by the due date will incur a late charge of $10 each for a maximum of $20.
Registrants will be notified via email confirming their class registration.
EGA policy states that cancellations shall be refunded less non-refundable registration fee of $40 and other charges Stitching at the MET Gala 2025 cannot cancel. After February 26, 2025 cancellations will only be made in the event of registrant’s or immediate family member’s illness or death or extreme emergency. A doctor’s statement is required for any illness. Refunds approved by the Metropolitan Region EGA executive committee will be made after the close of Stitching at the MET Gala 2025.
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STITCHING AT THE MET GALA 2025 STITCHING ROOM
SATURDAY, APRIL 26 & SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2025
MONTVALE COURTYARD MARRIOTT HOTEL
REGISTRATION ENDS FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Last Name: _______________________ First: _____________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________
City: ________________State: ________ZIP: ________
E-mail: ________________________
Day Phone: ___________________________Cell Phone:_______________________
EGA Chapter: ________EGA Member #: _____________
Emergency Contact: ____________________________________
Emergency Contact Phone: _______________________________
ATTENDEES DO NOT NEED TO BE MEMBERS OF EGA – GUESTS ARE WELCOME!
Indicate days selected:
Both Saturday and Sunday _______ Saturday only_______ Sunday only_________
Registration is open and will close February 26, 2025. The registration fee is $50 for
both days or $30 for one day. Please make your check payable to Metropolitan Region
EGA. Please note that this fee is non-refundable.
Mail this form with your check to: Janice Meyers, 37 Linton Close, Freehold, NJ 07728Phone: 732-407-7646 E-mail: GrayceeDM@aol.com
Registration forms may be reproduced. Please make a copy for your records