Hello Everyone,

It’s a lovely day here as we await the solar eclipse this afternoon. Punch needle has come a long way since I discovered the art some 12 years ago. I’m happy to see how many people love the art and want to learn. With that in mind we have been gathering monthly to share and learn from each other.

Our next drop in night will be on Thursday, April 18. If you are interested in joining us, contact me through MY NEW EMAIL ADDRESS, marionschmidlin@gmail.com

With that in mind, I lost my wowway email and therefore all my contacts. If you thought you were part of my contacts and would like to receive future notices from me, please email me at the gmail address above and I will add you to my contact list.

I have one picture to share. It shows some of the several pieces that are waiting for completion. The sunflower and saltbox piece will become a framed picture. I will have it at our drop-in meeting and demonstrate the process I use to frame punchneedle pieces.

The sunflower and saltboxes is from a freebie pattern from Lori Brechlin, Not Forgotten Farm. The sunflower and crows is from a past issue of Punch Needle Primitive Stitcher magazine, Julie Thomas, The Old Tattered Flag. Lady on Horse is a variation on an 1800s hooked rug.

Thanks for stopping by and thanks for your help in rebuilding my contact list. I hope to hear from you about our new Punchneedle Drop-in.