On the Road
This month's newsletter highlights experiences from the 2023 Sewing & Stitchery Expo in Puyallup, WA. Discover insights on sewing events, community connections, and the joy of shared passion among sewing friends.
For more pictures and details from the expo, visit the personal blog.
Rhonda Pierce
Spokesperson, SCHMETZneedles.com / Vice-President, Euro-notions
699 Executive Drive Willowbrook IL 60527 | #630 481-4086
rpierce@euronotions.com
Euro-notions | SCHMETZneedles.com
Mother's Day Gift Bundle
A special collectible tin filled with sewing goodies is available for Mother's Day. Limited quantities remain, offering a unique gift for sewing enthusiasts.
Last chance. Only 25 tins left.
Click to order: GIFTTIN - $64.95
New Patterns & Resources
Mary Mulari's New Pattern
Mary Mulari, a frequent guest on PBS Sewing With Nancy, has released a new reversible apron pattern: the Half & Half Apron Pattern. Find it at marymulari.com.
April SCHMETZ Snippet FBLive
Join the April SCHMETZ Snippet FBLive event. Watch on Facebook or YouTube via the provided Restream link: Restream Link.
Needle Points with Laura Ann Coia
Laura Coia from SewVeryEasy guides users through the updated SCHMETZ ABC Pocket Guide, the new SCHMETZ Resources App, and the Grabbit myPad needle organizer. Learn more via YouTube: Watch Video.
Community & Challenges
Fill out a Survey, Win a Prize!
Participate in the SCHMETZneedles.com survey for a chance to win a SCHMETZ Bundle. Ten winners will be randomly selected. Winners will be announced in the May newsletter.
FitNice Systems Alphabet Challenge
Take part in the FitNice Systems Alphabet Challenge, designed to make sewing clothes fun and stylish. Learn more at fitnicesystem.com.
Shannon Fabrics Sew Together Tuesday
Teresa Coates hosts "Sew Together Tuesday" live with Shannon Fabrics, focusing on Minky and Cuddle fabrics. View an introductory video: Introductory Video.
Upcoming Events & Talks
Textile Talks
Weekly online presentations and panel discussions from organizations like the International Quilt Museum and Surface Design Association. Held Wednesdays at 2 PM Eastern / 11 AM Pacific.
- March 29: Future Tense 2023: SDA's Student Exhibition (Presented by Surface Design Association)
- April 5: Growing a grass-roots collaborative art project: Reflections of Ourselves (Presented by SAQA)
- April 12: Miniature Costumes and Quilts: Geeta Khandelwal's Labor of Love (Presented by International Quilt Museum)
- April 19: Sharon Peoples – Stitching a Path from the Wall to the Plinth (Presented by SAQA)
2023 Sewing Expo Events
Attend various Sewing & Quilt Expo events across the US. Rhonda Pierce will be lecturing at select shows.
Visit www.sewingexpo.com for a full schedule.
Upcoming Shows: Cleveland, New Orleans, Dallas, Fredericksburg, Nashville, Cincinnati, Detroit.
Where's Rhonda?
Find Rhonda Pierce's schedule for 2023 virtual events and shows, including SCHMETZ Snippet FBLive dates and various quilt guild and expo appearances throughout the year.
Connect With Us
Follow SCHMETZneedles.com on social media.
Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube
Explore the SCHMETZ Web App for resources.
Reference the SCHMETZ Needle Type and Size Chart for guidance. A Color Chart Download Link is available.
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