On the Road
August 2025
Rhonda Pierce, SCHMETZ Spokesperson and Vice-President of Euro-notions, shares insights from her travels. She highlights STOF Fabrics, designed in Denmark and printed in Turkey, featuring Avalana Jersey (95% cotton, 5% Elastane) and Light & Lush woven twill (100% viscose). These fabrics are praised for their color-rich designs and drapeability, suitable for the current hot weather. Pierce notes a growing interest in fashion and upcycling sewing. For sewing knits like Avalana Jersey, she recommends the SCHMETZ Stretch 75/11 needle. She has curated a "Blue Bag Bundle" to facilitate sewing with knits.
[Image: Colorful fabric with leafy floral patterns]
Rhonda mentions that two fabric cuts were reserved for her fall sewing retreat.
Contact Information:
Rhonda Pierce
699 Executive Drive Willowbrook IL 60527
Phone: #630 481-4086
Email: rpierce@euronotions.com
Euro-notions
Website: SCHMETZneedles.com
Rhonda Pierce Teaching Schedule
DALLAS-IRVING, TX: July 31, August 1 & 2 (Booth #C34 and #H114)
FREDERICKSBURG, VA: September 25, 26 & 27 (Booth #M180 and #R245)
Register for classes at sewingexpo.com.
SCHMETZ Blue Bag Bundle
A special collection for sewing with knits, including:
- Jersey Needles: 70/10 (2), 80/12 (2), 90/14 (1)
- Stretch Needles: 75/11 (1), 90/14 (1)
- Stretch Twin Needles: 2.5/75 and 4.0/75
- SCHMETZ ABC Pocket Guide
- SCHMETZ Color Chart Luggage Tag
Model #: #BB825
Price: $31.75 (includes shipping)
[Image: SCHMETZ needle packages and guides]
SCHMETZ Snippet Live with Rhonda Pierce
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Noon Central Time
Submit questions on Monday, August 4th, or Tuesday, August 5th, in the comments on the SCHMETZ Needles Facebook page. Rhonda will answer live.
Links:
- Website: SCHMETZ Videos
- Facebook Live: [Facebook Live]
- YouTube: [YouTube Channel]
Sewing Goodies Giveaway
Win sewing goodies provided by partners including Shannon Fabrics, Amy Barickman, ByAnnie, Mary Mulari, Needle Travel Guide, Odif USA, Taylor Seville, Scanfil Thread Shop, and Stoffabrics.
To enter, complete Rhonda's mystery sentence during SCHMETZ Snippet Live by replying in the live chat.
[Image: Various sewing products and logos]
SCHMETZ Needle Points
Slim Slightly Rounded Point: Two needle types feature a slim taper to a slightly rounded point, allowing smooth penetration of sensitive fabrics without damage.
[Diagram: Illustration showing a needle with a slim, slightly rounded point]
Other Needle Types Mentioned:
- Black Super Fine Quilting (Art. 1822)
- Double Eye Needles (with mention of Brianna Roberts' Sew Cute & Quirky videos)
TEXTILE TALKS
Online presentations and panel discussions held weekly at 2 PM Eastern / 11 AM Pacific US and Canada (GMT/UTC -5).
- July 30, 2 PM EDT: A conversation with James Hopkins and Ravina Kaur for Quilts for Kids Nepal. Presented by: International Quilt Museum.
- August 6, 2 PM EDT: African American Quilt Documentation Study Group with founder A'donna Richardson. Presented by: Quilt Alliance.
- August 13, 2 PM EDT: Conversations with the Artists: Aviary. Presented by: SAQA.
- August 20, 2 PM EDT: More Than a Festival: Building Community at the Iowa Quilt Festival. Presented by: SAQA.
- August 27, 2 PM EDT: To Be Announced (TBA). Presented by: International Quilt Museum.
- September 3, 2 PM EDT: To Be Announced (TBA). Presented by: Quilt Alliance.
- September 10, 2 PM EDT: Deep Dive into the 2025 SAQA Benefit Auction. Presented by: SAQA.
[Image: Various logos for Textile Talks presenters like Quilt Alliance, SAQA]
Where's Rhonda? - 2025 Virtual Events & Shows
- July 31-August 2: Original Sewing & Quilt Expo-Dallas
- August 6: SCHMETZ Snippet Live
- September 3: SCHMETZ Snippet Live
- September 4-6: Great Wisconsin Quilt Show
- September 9: Sewing MachinesPlus
- September 16: Beehive Quilt Shop
- September 17: Time Flies Quilt and Sew
- September 25-27: Original Sewing & Quilt Expo-Fredericksburg
- September 30: Bernina World of Sewing
- October 1: SCHMETZ Snippet Live
- October 3-6: International Quilt Market
- October 8: Marshall Putnam Quilters Guild
- October 9-12: International Quilt Festival
- October 14: Lakeside Quilting Guild
- October 15: Calgary Sews
- October 16: Common Threads Quilters Guild
- October 28: Reston Quilters Guild
- November 4: Bloomington Quilt Guild
- November 5: SCHMETZ Snippet Live
- November 6-8: Original Sewing & Quilt Expo-Detroit/Novi
- November 10: Langston University Fiber Artists
- November 12: Vancouver Quilters' Guild
- November 15-22: S.E.W. Retreat
- December 3: SCHMETZ Snippet Live
SCHMETZ Resources
SCHMETZ Color Chart: Available for download.
SCHMETZ App: Download the FREE SCHMETZ App.
Social Media: Connect with SCHMETZ on social media.
[Image: SCHMETZ App icon, Social Media icons]
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