Decorated Fabric - September Stitch Club

 A good time was had by all at the September stitch club, run by Judith when we did decorated fabric.  Here are some examples of what was achieved:

Our next stitch club will be on Saturday 18th October when Jacqui will be taking us through creating crazy embroidered patchwork to make either a needle case, small purse, bag, cushion, or whatever takes your fancy.

Requirements list will be following in a new post in the near future.

Change To September Stitch Club

 Unfortunately, Bron will be unable to take the stitch club on Saturday 20th September, so instead, Judith will taking the class and doing decorated fabric, using fabric pens, crayons and embroidery. Beads etc can also be added.

List of Requirements

• Design for the surface - needs to be a solid design not to fussy as it is easier to colour as you will see from example.
• Got the wrist pin cushion - piece of light coloured plain, smooth cotton fabric 22x25cms.
• 15x12cms fabric of your choice for the back of the pincushion
• Fabric pens or paints or crayons [if you have any] Judith will supply some.
• Sewing threads to match fabric
• Embroidery threads to enhance your design.
• Small beads optional
• Toy stuffing.
• Elastic to make it a wrist pincushion.
• Sewing kit including some paper scissors to cut out paper pattern

Your design could also be made into a card.

Location: Thomas Garrett Rooms, Heighington

Time: 10:00 - 15:00

Cost: £5.00 members, £7.50 non-members.  Members, please note, subscriptions are also due this month for the 2025-2026 year.

Tea/coffee/biscuits will be provided.  Please bring a packed lunch.  Alternatively, there are shops where you can purchase sandwiches etc if you so wish.

Please let Judith know if you are attending.

We look forward to seeing you there.

September Stitch Club - Xmas Stocking

 Welcome to a new year with Lincoln Stitchers.  We still have to finalise some stitch clubs, but the first couple of months have been sorted out.

Our first stitch club will be on Saturday 20th September at the Thomas Garrett Building in Heighington and Bron will be taking us through creating a decorated Christmas stocking with embroidered decoration.

Requirements List

• Plain fabric (linen or strong cotton)
• Embroidery threads
• Normal sewing kit
• Other embellishments as required e.g. beads, lace, sequins buttons etc.
• Picture will be provided shortly

Bron will provide the pattern for the stocking and embroidery designs.

Time:    10:00 - 15:00

Tea/coffee/biscuits provided.  Please bring a packed lunch.  There is a shop in the village that sells sandwiches etc if you prefer.

Free parking at the site.

If you are planning on attending, please let either Judith or Jacqui know.  We look forward to seeing you there.