Brazilian Dimensional Embroidery
International Guild, Inc.
Brazilian Dimensional
Embroidery
International Guild
distance learning
On-line Class registration
KIT COST:
Doodle ribbon/ribbon for completed piece = $50, (Optional: if you have your own silk ribbon, you may use it, contact me for details on size/color/length requirements. Please be aware that it must be silk ribbon, no substitutions. $10 of the $50 is for the doodle ribbon, if providing your own ribbon for the project, please subtract $40 from the total kit cost.)
Required: printed pattern and doodle cloth = $25, EdMar thread (full skeins + yardage) & hand dyed metallic/rayon yardage = $18
instructions/ribbon info = $8
Full kit including ribbon and required elements = $99 plus shipping.
If you provide your own silk ribbon the kit cost is $59
(includes doodle ribbon).
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Laptop with aux. camera
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Computer, or a laptop preferred.
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Session Dates Class Time Class Time zone # Hours # NP Hrs
2/01/2026 1:30-2:00 PM Pacific 0 0.5
2/15/2026 1:30-3:00 PM Pacific 1.5 0
3/01/2026 1:30-3:00 PM Pacific 1.5 0
3/08/2026 1:30-3:00 PM Pacific 1.5 0
3/15/2026 1:30-3:00 PM Pacific 1.5 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted'
session for a class.
Sunflowers
Mendie Cannon, Teacher
Intermediate level
Class $45, plus kit cost
Thurs, Feb. 12, 6:00-7:30 PM Central
Thurs, Feb. 19, 6:00-7:30 PM Central
Summer Bouquet $67.50 plus kit cost USD
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Moon Rose
Deborah Goff, Teacher
Basic/Intermediate Level
Class $45, plus kit cost
Sat. Mar. 14, 2:00-3:30 PM Eastern
Sat. Mar. 28, 2:00-3:30 PM Eastern
Deborah Goff. Deborah Goff has been teaching Brazilian embroidery for over twenty years and has been a seminar teacher, distance learning teacher, and designer since 2006. She started her own business, Deb’s Brazilian Embroidery Lace Art (D’BELA) in 2006. She has taught many classes in Brazilian embroidery and various needle arts at the BDEIG in-person seminar, virtual seminars in 2020, 2023 and 2024, Distance Learning from 2022-2024, and at several needle-art
guilds and businesses.
Loretta Holzberger. Loretta Holzberger has been teaching Brazilian embroidery since before the guild was formed 30 years ago and has been teaching online classes since fall of 2020.
Debbie Kelley. Debbie Kelley has been teaching Brazilian Embroidery since 1993 and creating her original Brazilian Embroidery designs since 1994, She has a studio in Roseburg, Oregon. She has taught her original designs to several different BDEIG and EGA chapters across the United States. She also taught classes every year since 1994 at BDEIG’s Annual Seminar, each of the Virtual Seminars and many classes through the BDEIG Distance Learning program.
Pat Kamperschroer. Pat Kamperschroer was introduced to Brazilian embroidery almost 30 years ago. Pat found Brazilian embroidery to be her favorite form of needle artwork. Pat considers herself a fledgling designer and has interpreted several designs made for other type of surface embroidery into our
more beautiful Brazilian embroidery. She has taught at BDEIG's in-person and virtual seminars
and also BDEIG's Distance Learning. She has also taught informally in her community.
Mendie Cannon. Mendie Cannon has been stitching for over 40 years and is a member of two embroidery guilds. She has attended many seminars and taken classes in a variety of techniques. While she has tried many stitch techniques, she has been drawn to Brazilian Embroidery. Mendie has also taken several finishing classes and does much of her own finishing in a variety of forms such as pin keeps, ornaments, biscornus, pincushions, stand-ups, boxes, pyramid/triangles, needle books and more. Mendie has been a member of the Brazilian Dimensional Embroidery International Guild since 2005. She obtained her teacher certification in Brazilian Embroidery in 2007. She is retired from corporate work and spends much of her time teaching Brazilian Embroidery. She regularly teaches classes locally and has taught at EGA chapters and seminars, BDEIG seminars, and International Quilt Show in Houston, TX.
Beads and Buds $30 plus kit cost USD
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FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Basic
CLASS NO. DESIGN TITLE: Summer Bouquet SESSIONS: 3 #Hours 4.5
INSTRUCTOR: Loretta Holtzberger100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Loretta Holzberger
DESCRIPTION:
This lovely summer bouquet includes all the basic stitches. Compete stitch instructions are included and will be taught in class. Are you new to the guild and don’t have a teacher available where you live? This class is for you! It is intended for beginners and will be paced at that level, but more advanced students are welcome too.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Couching, Stem Stitch with variations, Satin Stitch, Leaf Stitch, French Knot, Bullion Stitch, Cast-on Stitch with variations, Drizzle Stitch, Lazy Daisy Stitch with variations, Detached Buttonhole Stitch, Turkey Work Stitch
DESIGN AREA: Fabric size 10 x 12 inch linen/rayon blend fabric. Fits a 5 x 7 inch mat or frame.
SUPPLIES: (Includes basics) Hoop, scissors, optional yellow seed beads, #1 #3 and #5.
REQUIRED: Milliner’s needles and #22 tapestry needle. Doodle cloth to practice stitches.
KIT COST INCLUDES: $14, includes instructions, screen-printed fabric, and postage.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Web camera with zoom
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Students need laptop, PC or tablet with camera and a microphone.
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
02/05/2026 10:00-10:30 AM Pacific 0 .5
02/12/2026 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific 1.5 0
02/19/2026 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific 1.5 0
02/26/2026 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific 1.5 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
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Distance Learning Classes
Registration period January 5 - 20, 2026
FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Intermediate
DESIGN TITLE: Stumpwork Glads SESSIONS: 2 #Hours 3
INSTRUCTOR: Loretta Holtzberger 100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Loretta Holtzberger
DESCRIPTION:
Learn to perfect your skills on making stumpwork petals with wired edges on two layers of fabric fused together.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Stacked stem stitch and working the alternating satin stitch and buttonholed edges on the fused fabric.
DESIGN AREA: 9 x 11 inch fabric to create a piece that fits a 5 x 7 inch frame or mat.
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Basic supplies and sharp scissors.
KIT COST INCLUDES: $14.00 includes shipping in US. Check shipping if you do not live in the US. Includes instructions, printed fabric, 28 gauge wire and fused printed petal fabric.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Webcam using Zoom account for online teaching.
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Students need laptop, PC or tablet with camera and microphone.
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
03/26/2026 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific 1.5 0
04/02/2026 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific 1.5 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged.
The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
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Moon Rose
$45.USD
BASIC LEVEL
Bullions (under 35 wraps)
Cast-ons (under 35 casts)
Knots (french, colonial, pistil stitch)
Lazy Daisy
Blanket Stitch
Satin Stitch
Drizzle
Couching
Stem/Outline
Spiderweb Weaving
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Class size is limited
FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: All
DESIGN TITLE: Turn it into a BE Design SESSIONS: 2 #Hours 4
INSTRUCTOR: Pat Kamperschroer 100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Pat Kamperschroer
DESCRIPTION:
Have you ever seen a design that called for DMC and thought how great it would look if you tweaked it a bit turning it into a BE design? This class will help you do just that! This will be an interactive discussion class. During the first session, the instructor will walk through the process she uses when converting a typical’ surface embroidery design into a finished BE piece. During the second session, student’s will bring the design they have chosen with questions or to ask for suggestions.
Students may participate in the (Get Acquainted) Practice session on April 15 at 3:00 PM Pacific with students in Pat's Lucky Circle class.
STITCHES INCLUDED: No stitches will be taught, but the students will receive digital instructions for a number of lesser-known stitches.
DESIGN AREA: N/A
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Students are encouraged to find a design they want to convert to Brazilian embroidery prior to the class.
KIT COST Includes: $10 Includes: digital instructions for:
1) Least known stitches,
2) How to use coloring to enhance design.
3) Template for capturing design decisions.
4) Instructor’s step-by-step process for changing the design into a BE design.
Optional:$10 -- EdMar By The Numbers – 30 page document identifying EdMar threads by color type (variegated, shaded, or solid) and color family. The information is presented in multiple sections (e.g. all shaded or an integrated list of all colors). Color names are provided in each section. A floss inventory is included.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Zoom and document camera.
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Laptop, computer or tablet preferred. and Zoom Printed material and design
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Time zone # Hours # NP Hrs
05/01/2026 12:00-2:00 PM Pacific 2 0
05/08/2026 12:00-2:00 PM Pacific 2 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
Arabian Jewels
Deborah Goff, Teacher
Intermediate/Advanced Level
Class $60, plus kit cost
Sat. Apr, 11, 2:00-4:00 PM Eastern
Sat. Apr, 25, 2:00-4:00 PM Eastern
FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Intermediate/Advanced
DESIGN TITLE: Arabian Jewels SESSIONS: 2 #Hours 4
INSTRUCTOR: Deborah Goff 100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Deborah Goff
DESCRIPTION:
Be enraptured by this Arabian Jewels design. Let your imagination dream of bright colors, jewels, and gold as you soar on the magic carpet. You will learn my new knotty stem stitch along with the practice of several basic stitches, including the hopper stitch.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Bullion, buttonhole, chain, feather, hopper, knotty Stem, lazy daisy, outline, padded satin, satin, straight
DESIGN AREA: 3.5 X 5.5 inches
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Fine gold metallic thread, invisible thread.
KIT COST Includes: $18 - includes pattern printed on fabric, instructions, doodle cloth, cabochon, and assorted beads, Diamant gold thread, Razzle Dazzle Gold thread, Sulky 6015 thread, color picture. EdMar thread kit (Optional 7 full skeins) available for $19.60. Individual threads are available at $2.80/skein. All are plus shipping.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: I will have a second camera for close-up demonstration of the stitches.
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Computer, laptop, or tablet preferred.
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
04/11/2026 2:00-4:00 PM Eastern 2 0
04/25/2026 2:00-4:00 PM Eastern 2 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
Stumpwork Glads $45 plus kit cost USD
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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS & REGISTRATION PROCESS LOWER ON THIS WEB PAGE
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| ADD TO CART | CLASS NAME | CLASS COST | CLASS LEVEL | INSTRUCTOR | DATES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elegant Fusion | $90 USD | Basic/Intermediate | Debbie Kelley | 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15 | |
Summer Bouquet | $67.50 USD | Basic | Loretta Holzberger | 2/05, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26 | |
| Sunflowers | $45 USD | Intermediate | Mendie Cannon | 2/12, 2/19 | |
| Stumpwork Glads | $45 USD | Intermediate | Loretta Holzberger | 3/26, 4/02 | |
| April Showers | $45 USD | Intermediate | Mendie Cannon | 3/12, 3/19 |
| Moon Rose | $45 USD | Basic/Intermediate | Deborah Goff | 3/14, 3/28 |
Arabian Jewels | $60 USD | Intermediate/Advanced | Deborah Goff | 4/11, 4/25 | |
| Lucky Circle | $45 USD | Basic Level | Pat Kamperschroer | 4/15, 4/17, 4/24 | |
| Beads and Buds | $30 USD | Intermediate/Advanced | Loretta Holzberger | 4/23 | |
Hummingbird and Fuchsia | $45 USD | Intermediate Level | Mendie Cannon | 3/27, 4/10 | |
Turn it into a BE Design | $60USD | All Levels | Pat Kamperschroer | 5/01, 5/08 |
FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Intermediate level
DESIGN TITLE: Sunflowers SESSIONS: 2 #Hours 3
INSTRUCTOR: Mendie Cannon, 100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Mendie Cannon
DESCRIPTION:
Those glorious golden flowers named for the way they turn their blooms from east to west to follow the Sun. They are bright and cheery, and as warm and inviting as the sweet summer sun. With brilliant yellow petals, also known as “rays,” sunflowers have an unmistakable sun-like appearance that makes you smile when you see them. They cheer up any field and most especially your home. Our sunflowers will now reside in a beautiful blue bowl sitting on a shelf, on a sunflower cloth.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Stem, blanket stitch leaf, satin, alternating satin stitch, double cast-on, double cast-on drizzle, and blanket stitch.
DESIGN AREA: 5 x 12 Fabric size 12X 18 inches
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Tomato pincushion or “drizzle pad” needed for cast-on drizzles.
Stretcher bars and tacks strongly recommended.
KIT COST INCLUDES: $25 plus shipping includes design pre printed on fabric, instructions, color photo, fabric and beads.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Zoom with second camera
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Laptop, computer or tablet preferred for Zoom
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
2/12/2026 6:00-7:30PM Central 1.5 0
2/19/2026 6:00-7:30PM Central 1.5 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
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Turn it into a BE Design
Pat Kamperschroer, Teacher
All Levels
Class $60, plus kit cost
Fri. May 01, 12:00-2:00PM Pacific time
Sun. May 08, 12:00-2:00PM Pacific time
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10/23/2025
Lucky Circle $45 plus kit cost USD
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FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Basic Level
DESIGN TITLE: Lucky Circle SESSIONS: 2 #Hours 3
INSTRUCTOR: Pat Kamperschroer 100.0%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Debbie@stitched Stories
DESCRIPTION:
This ‘Lucky Circle’ design is a delight to stitch and behold. Originally a surface embroidery design using DMC, we will jazz it up using our bright rayon threads, some beads, and some stitches more commonly used in BE than in most other surface embroidery. Note: The design is printed in color with permanent ink. Although the finished embroidery will cover all of the design printing, using thread colors similar to the design will best achieve the desired result.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Back stitch with variations straight stitch, satin stitch, outline stitch, chain stitch, Pekinese stitch, bullion stitch, cast-ons, and some beading.
DESIGN AREA: 6.5 inch round
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Basic supplies
KIT COST Includes: $25, plus shipping – Includes printed design and original instructions from Stitched Stories, Brazilian Embroidery instructions, backing cloth, doodle cloth, beads, instructions for framing in a hoop.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Zoom. document camera, and printed material and design.
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Laptop, computer or tablet preferred, and Zoom
Printed material and design
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
04/15/2026 3:00-3:30 PM Pacific 0 0.5 (Get Acquainted)
04/17/2026 12:00-1:30 PM Pacific 2 0
04/24/2026 12:00-1:30 PM Pacific 2 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
Class size is limited
April Showers $45 plus kit cost USD
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Moon Rose $45 plus kit cost USD
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FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Basic/Intermediate
DESIGN TITLE: Elegant Fusion SESSIONS: 4 #Hours 6
INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Kelley 100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Debbie Kelley
DESCRIPTION:
The beautiful fusion of our shiny Brazilian Embroidery threads and the frosty glow of silk ribbon! If you’ve been wanting to learn silk ribbon embroidery, this class is for you. This class covers the finesse of working with silk ribbon, such as how to prepare silk ribbon for use, handling nuances, cautionary tidbits, do’s, undo’s, and don’ts. There are tips and tricks to coaxing and guiding the ribbon to do what you want. Ample “doodle ribbon” will be provided for your learning experience. The kit will contain plenty of ribbon for completing the piece. Session one will cover the preparatory B.E. that needs to be done before beginning the ribbon. Session two, three, and four will cover silk ribbon basics, working simple stitches and on the doodle cloth, and stitching on the actual pattern. Sessions are scheduled for 1.5 hours each, but plan for two hours. A printed doodle cloth and pattern printed on silk fabric will be included in the kit. Students can choose from three different colorways for their piece.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Brazilian Embroidery stitches = stem stitch, blanket stitch, raised stem stitch, French knots, couching. Ribbon stitches = web rose, gathered rose, gathered flower, lazy daisy, straight stitch, ribbon stitch, French knots, leaf stitch, offset lazy daisy.
DESIGN AREA: 4" X 4.5"
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Ribbon and B.E. threads will be supplied in the kit.
SUPPLIES: Embroidered Alphabets, by Di Van Niekerk (look for this as a used book on Amazon or eBay or I have a few spares) Iron/ironing board for ironing ribbons during class, small sharp scissors, chenille and tapestry needles 18, 20, 22, 24, 8x8 or 8x10 stretcher bar frame. Both doodle and pattern will fit this size.
class level stitches
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FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Intermediate
DESIGN TITLE: Hummingbird and Fuchsia SESSIONS: 2 #Hours 3
INSTRUCTOR: Mendie Cannon 100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Mendie Cannon
DESCRIPTION:
Hummingbirds are quite amazing with their wings flapping so fast you can barely see them. We have caught this one just as it starts to draw the nectar of the fuchsia flower. A wonderful moment in time recreated with needle and thread.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Stem, leaf, bullion, knotted lazy daisy, pistil, along with a bit of stump work.
DESIGN AREA: 6 x 7 inch Fabric, Size 12 x 13 inches
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Stretcher bars and tacks strongly recommended.
KIT COST Includes: $25 plus shipping, includes design pre printed on fabric, instructions, color photo, fabric and wire for stump work wing, and beads.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Zoom with secondary camera
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Laptops, computers or tablets are preferred
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Time zone # Hours # NP Hrs
03/27/2026 6:00-7:30 PM Central 1.5 0
04/10/2026 6:00-7:30 PM Central 1.5 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
Beads and Buds
Loretta Holtzberger, Teacher
Intermediate/Advanced Level
Class $30, plus kit cost
Thurs, Apr. 23, 10:00-12:00 AM Pacific
Elegant Fusion $90 plus kit cost USD
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Class size is limited
ADVANCED LEVEL
Technical Innovations
Combinations and Speciality stitches
Detached Buttonhole (more than 2 rows 7 loops)
Bullions over 80 wraps
Cast-on over 80 loops
FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Intermediate/Advanced
DESIGN TITLE: Beads and Buds SESSIONS: 1 #Hours 2
INSTRUCTOR: Lorretta Holzberger, 100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Loretta Holzberger
DESCRIPTION: Learn several ways to add beads to your Brazilian embroidery with this small design.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Do some stitches with beading thread, but also learn to add beads to BE threads that would not fit in a beading needle. Add beads to straight stitches, cast-on stitches and double cast-on stitches.
DESIGN AREA: Fits 3 x 5 inch mat or frame.
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Milliner needles in sizes 3, 5 and 7 or 9 and a needle threader.
KIT COST Includes: $12.00 includes shipping in US. Check shipping if you do not live in the US. Includes design printed on row silk or linen rayon blend fabric, beads, beading thread and instructions.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Webcam with zoom using Zoom account for online teaching.
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Students need laptop, PC, or tablet with camera and microphone.
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
04/23/2026 10:00-12:00 AM PT 2 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Intermediate
DESIGN TITLE: April Showers
SESSIONS: 2 #Hours 3
INSTRUCTOR: Mendie Cannon 100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Mendie Cannon
DESCRIPTION:
I have watched many movies where the ladies are out walking with those wonderful parasols. Here is one that will not fade in the sunlight or get wet in the rain. It is sure to be treasured for years to come.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Stem, leaf, cast-on, bullion, double cast-on and lazy daisy along with the Hungarian Braided stitch for the parasol handle.
DESIGN AREA: 6 x 8, Fabric size 12 x 14 inches
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Stretcher bars and tacks strongly recommended.
KIT COST INCLUDES: $30, plus shipping, includes design pre printed on fabric, instructions, color photo, ribbon, rain beads, parasol fabric, wire.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: Zoom with secondary camera.
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Laptops, computers or tablets are preferred
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Class Date Class Time Class Time zone # Hours # NP Hrs
3/12/2026 7:00-8:30 PM Central 1.5 0
3/19/2026 7:00-8:30 PM Central 1.5 0
-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
Class size is limited
Registration Period: OPEN NOW
Class cost will be paid when you register. The kit cost will be paid to the teacher after registration. The teacher will contact you before class begins.
Sunflowers $45 plus kit costs USD
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Membership required
Hummingbird and Fuchsia
$45 plus kit cost USD
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Stumpwork Glads
Loretta Holtzberger, Teacher
Intermediate Level
Class $45, plus kit cost
Thurs, Mar. 26, 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific
Thurs, Apr. 02, 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific
Turn it into a BE Design $60 plus kit cost USD
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FISCAL YEAR: 2025-2026 LEVEL: Intermediate/Advanced
CLASS NO. DESIGN TITLE: Moon Rose SESSIONS: 2 #Hours 3
INSTRUCTOR: Goff, Deborah-100.00%
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Deborah Goff
DESCRIPTION:
Sweet dreams while stitching this lovely Moon Rose design. It contains vines, leaves, moon roses, a dazzling moon horn, and sparkly bead strands.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Bullion, buttonhole, colonial knot, couching, drizzle, outline, padded satin, raised buttonhole, satin, stem, straight, short and long.
DESIGN AREA: 5" X 6"
SUPPLIES REQUIRED: Invisible thread or Glory white and drizzle pad.
KIT COST Includes:$16 includes fabric, instructions, color picture, and Czech fire-police, pinch, and magatama beads, petite treasure braid, and thermalam. $28 (Optional) includes Edmar Thread pack for design with 10 whole skeins. Individual threads are available at $2.80/skein. All plus shipping.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED: I will have a second camera for close-up demonstration of the stitches.
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D: Computer, laptop or tablet preferred.
Registration Start Date: 01/05/2026 Reg End Date: 01/20/2026
Some Class registrations may be extended.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Time zone # Hours # NP Hrs
3/14/2026 2:00-3:30 PM Eastern 1.5 0
3/28/2026 2:00-3:30 PM Eastern 1.5 0
Note: NP is non-pay hours and student is not charged. The number of Non- Pay Hours is currently set up for the 'Getting Acquainted' session for a class.
Summer Bouquet
Loretta Holzberger, Teacher
Basic level
Class $67.50 plus kit cost
Thurs, Feb. 05, 10:00-10:30 AM Pacific 'Getting Acquainted'
Thurs, Feb. 12, 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific
Thurs, Feb. 19, 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific
Thurs, Feb. 26, 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Variations on Basic Stitches
Detached Buttonhole (2 rows 7-loop maximum)
Double cast-on (flat & drizzle styles)
Bullions (35-80 wraps)
Cast-on (35-80 casts)
Needle Weaving
Spring Semester 2026 Distance Learning Classes!
Register for Distance Learning classes January 5 – January 20, 2026
These online Zoom-based classes will be held in February, March, April and May 2026. Class registrations will be accepted on a first come-first served basis. You must be a BDEIG member to register for classes. You can apply to be a member here: http://www.bdeig.org/membership.html
Before registering, please note the Level of the class as (All, Basic, Intermediate or Advanced). Review the levels here to assist in deciding which classes are appropriate for your stitching expertise: http://www.bdeig.org/information-forms.html.
There are 11 classes being taught this semester.
Watch your email for detailed class information. Note that classes are listed in Eastern, Central and Pacific times.
Students may cancel their class registration before the registration close date and will be refunded their class fees less a $5 administrative fee per class. No cancellations may be made after the registration close date. Registration close date is January 20, 2026. This date may be extended for some classes.
Teacher Biographies: BDEIG Distance Learning Spring 2026 Registration
Hummingbird and Fuchsia
Mendie Cannon, Teacher
Intermediate Level
Class $45, plus kit cost
Fri, Mar. 27, 6:00-7:30 PM Central
Fri, Apr. 10, 6:00-7:30 PM Central
Class size is limited
April Showers
Mendie Cannon, Teacher
Intermediate level
Class $45, plus kit cost
Thurs, Mar. 12, 7:00-8:30 PM Central
Thurs, Mar. 19, 7:00-8:30 PM Central
Arabian Jewels $60 plus kit cost USD
Register via "Quick Cart" above
Elegant Fusion
Debbie, Kelley Teacher
Basic/Intermediate Level
Class $90. Kit cost will vary depending on materials needed.
Sun. Feb, 01 1:30-2:00 PM Pacific (Get Acquainted)
Sun Feb, 15, Sun Mar, 01, Sun Mar, 08, Sun Mar, 15 1:30-3:30pm Pacific
Lucky Circle
Pat Kamperschroer, Teacher
Basic Level
Class $45, plus kit cost
Wed. Apr. 15, 3:00-3:30 PM Pacific (Get Acquainted)
Fri. Apr. 17, 12:00-1:30 PM Pacific
Fri. Apr, 24, 12:00-1:30 PM Pacific
Class size is limited