Summer time, and the living is easy!
Well, maybe it's as hectic as ever at your house. If so, it's time to take a break, sit back, have a lemonade, and spend time doing something you enjoy -- like needlepointing.
We have new canvases, fibers, and accessories arriving daily to give you an excuse to relax with a new project, or try one of our summer classes.
SUMMER CLASS SCHEDULE
We've just finished our schedule of classes for Summer 2010. We hope you'll find one that appeals to you.
Reservations
and prepayment are required for all classes. Class participants receive 10% off all in-stock purchase on the day they take a class, excluding finishing and special orders.
Embellishment
Enjoy the genius of Linda Corirossi when you bring your own canvas to an embellishment class. Let Linda guide you to the right stitch and fiber combination. By the way, Linda's two books Embellishment
and Embellishment:
The Sequel are back in print!
Mondays 9:30-11:30
Wednesdays 1:00-3:00
$30
Introduction to Needlepoint
 This 2 1/2 hour class is for anyone who wants a quick and easy introduction to needlepoint. It would also be a great refresher for anyone who hasn't stitched in a long time. Topics covered are how to thread a needle, start and stop a thread, as well as how to do five easy stitches. The cost includes all supplies and instruction. Note: You must reserve your space a week prior to class to give us time to personalize the canvas with the initial of your choice. Choose one of the following sessions: Monday July 19 1:00 to 3:30 Wednesday August 25 9:30 to12:00 Thursday September 16 1:00 to 3:30 $50
Kids Class
This is a great way for children to learn about needlepoint and build a strong foundation for a lifelong hobby. This class is appropriate for children who have completed second grade or above. Saturday, July 31 9:30 to 11:30 $35
Turkey
 Get your gobble on with the turkey you don't stuff or cook. Just Stitch it! You'll use lots of fun fibers and stitches on this delightful canvas. This wonderful Ewe and Eye design will be a family favorite for years to come. Fridays, July 23rd and 30th 9:30 to 11:30 $190 ..
Fleur-de-Lys Santa with Libby Sturdy
Libby Sturdy is returning to The Canvasback to teach her new
" Fleur-de-Lys Santa." Everyone
at the shop thinks Libby is one of the
best designers ever. This Santa would be a truly special addition to
your holiday decorations either as a framed piece, pillow or standup.
Libby, besides being a fantastic national teacher, is just plain fun to
spend the day with!
Saturday, August 21 9:30 to 4:00 $180
Hot Stuff
Take your stitching to the next level with the challenges of "Hot Stuff" from DebBee'sDesigns. You can stitch it in the original palette of spicy reds, corals and oranges on red canvas or a palette of cool lilacs, blues and greens on lilac canvas. Saturdays August 7, 28, September 11, 25 1:00 to 3:00 $125
Upcoming Trunk Show
 Save the Dates: We will be hosting a trunk show from Jean
Smith July 17 to 31. Her extensive collection
includes coasters, pillows, children's items and wonderful rugs. Jean's
florals are unlike anyone else's in the industry. Maybe that's because
she's a landscape designer!
Don't miss this one!
Spotlight on Our Staff
We suspect Tuesday is your favorite day of the week, because that is the day finishing arrives and is checked in by Nancy Crawford. Everyone loves to hear that special message, "Hello, this is Nancy at The Canvasback calling to tell you we have a wonderful piece of finishing ready for you to pick up."
Nancy "worked the floor" at the shop for many years before cutting back to one day a week, when she carefully checks in each piece that comes back from our finisher, prices it, puts it on the shelves or carefully packages it and sends it to you. She is an invaluable link to the needlepoint experience at The Canvasback.
An avid stitcher, like the rest of the staff, Nancy has
needlepointed a tree full of Christmas ornaments, each cuter than the
next! Then there are the many pillows, belts, standups, etc. she has stitched to decorate her home or give to family and friends.
In addition to working at The Canvasback, Nancy spends many hours volunteering at the Chicago Botanic gardens. She loves gardening and her gorgeous plantings prove it.
She and her husband Dewey are generous supporters of many local charities and organizations. They love Ravinia Festival, Chicago theater and traveling. They also have soft spots in their hearts for their very sweet Westie named Paisly.
Looking forward to seeing you at our summer classes, the Jean Smith trunk show, or just to helping you find a great new project,
Sally and The Canvasback Staff
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