Brazilian Dimensional Embroidery

International Guild, Inc.

Brazilian Dimensional

Embroidery 

​​International Guild

FISCAL YEAR:2026-2027: LEVEL:Advanced
CLASS TITLE: Wisteria Bonsai
SESSIONS: 2
HOURS: 4
INSTRUCTOR: Goff, Deborah-100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Deborah Goff

DESCRIPTION:
Learn my technique for doing double knotted cast-ons for the wisteria flowers. Stitch an intricate stalk-like green and brown moss constructed of five side drizzles and knotted cast-ons off of a single drizzle. Learn to do the raised stem stitch and several other stitches. Stitch a dragon that appears majestic fitting a bonsai pot.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Buttonhole, cast-on, couch, detached buttonhole, double knotted cast-ons and drizzles, drizzle with side drizzles, hopper, lazy daisy, leaf satin, outline, raised stem stitch, running bullions, short and long short and long, stem, straight, triple stem.
DESIGN AREA: 7 X 10

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Brazilian Embroidery Gets Crazy

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Poinsettia Ornament

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​FISCAL YEAR:2026-2027: LEVEL:Inter/Adv
CLASS TITLE: Tiger Lily
INSTRUCTOR: Holzberger, *Loretta-100.00%
SESSIONS: 2
HOURS: 3
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Loretta Holzberger

DESCRIPTION:
This 5 x 7 piece features a diagonal laid background. The petals feature the use of extra wraps on double cast-ons as well as edged with the Mediterranean knotted stitch.

STITCHES INCLUDED: Laid background, double cast-ons with extra wraps and the Mediterranean knotted stitch.
DESIGN AREA: Fits 5 x 7 mat or frame
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
8” hoop or 8 x 10 stretcher bars, #15 milliners needle and #22 tapestry needle
KIT COST Includes: $15 including postage in US. Includes design printed on linen blend fabric, instructions and brown seed beads.
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ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
Web camera with zoom
Students need laptop, PC, or tablet with camera and microphone.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs

9/8/2026 10:00-11:30 AM PAC 1.5 0
9/15/2026 10:00 - 11:30AM PAC 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.

Deborah Goff, Teacher 
Intermediate/Advanced Level
Class $60.00, plus kit cost
Sat. September 12 and Saturday September 26

1:00-3:00 PM Eastern

 This class does not teach the Embroidered design in the photo.  

​​​​Paulina - When Pigs Fly

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California Rose Bud
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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. 
Judy Borreson Caruso 

Judy has taught Brazilian embroidery locally, for EGA and for BDEIG for over 15 years. She has taught at BDEIG seminars since 2010. Judy has been a member of BDEIG for many years and currently serves as Distance Learning   Education co-chair. She is a member of the Madison Area chapter of the EGA.
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, online seminars in 2020, 2023, 2024, and 2026, Distance Learning from 2022-2026, 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.

Joanne  Langseth 

Joanne discovered the world of needle arts in early 2000 and found a whole new world of color and expression. Discovering fiber arts led her to explore many new styles and techniques, working with all kinds of fiber, silk, wool, and many different types of embroidery. She earned awards in Crazy Quilt and Silk Ribbon embroidery. After discovering Brazilian Embroidery, Joanne was hooked on the 3-dimensional quality it added to the work. Joanne has taught many classes in fiber arts and Brazilian Embroidery. It is her goal to provide a positive direction to explore in the world of Brazilian Embroidery.

FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: intermediate
CLASS TITLE: Poinsettia Ornament
SESSIONS: 1
HOURS: 1.5
INSTRUCTOR: Holzberger, *Loretta-100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Loretta Holzberger

DESCRIPTION:
4 poinsettia flowers stitched on green fabric surround a 3” Styrofoam ball STITCHES INCLUDED: Double cast-ons and twisted double cast-ons DESIGN AREA: Fits a 3inch Styrofoam ball
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
3 inch Styrofoam ball
KIT COST Includes: $10 including postage in US. Includes pattern, fabric, Solvy, ribbon, and instructions
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED:
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ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
Web camera with zoom
Students need laptop, PC, or tablet with camera and microphone
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
11/10/2026 10:00-11:30 AM PAC 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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Debbie Kelley, Teacher
Intermediate/AdvancedLevel
Class $67.50, plus kit cost
Sunday September 20, Sunday September 27, Sunday October 4, 1:30 - 3:00 PM Pacific

Wisteria Bonsai

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FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: intermediate
CLASS TITLE: Paulina - When Pigs Fly
SESSIONS: 2
HOURS: 4
INSTRUCTOR: Cannon, Mendie-100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Mendie Cannon

DESCRIPTION:
This whimsical Brazilian embroidery project features a fanciful flying pig named Paulina, gracefully soaring through the clouds in a pink tutu and delicate lace wings. Worked with a variety of Brazilian embroidery stitches, the pig is embroidered in soft pastel threads with textured floral embellishments around her neck and waist, creating dimension and movement. Curled cloud motifs stitched with dimensional techniques enhance the feeling of flight, while the airy tulle skirt and lace wings introduce mixed-media elements that add charm and personality.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Stem, lazy daisy, French knots, blanket stitch, detached buttonhole, bullions, cast-on drizzle
DESIGN AREA: Design Size: 10 x 11 inches Fabric size is 16 x 17
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Hoop or stretcher bars and tacks
KIT COST Includes: Kit cost - $30 plus shipping, includes design pre-printed on fabric, instructions, color photo, tulle fabric for skirt, lacy fabric for wings. Thread packs can be made available, if needed.

TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED:
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D:
ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
Zoom with camera
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
9/11/2026 5:00 - 7:00 PM CT 2 0
9/25/2026 5:00 - 7:00 PM CT 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.

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FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: Intermediate/Advance
CLASS TITLE: Bouquet for Friends
SESSIONS: 2
HOURS: 4
INSTRUCTOR: Cannon, Mendie-100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Sharon Shetley/Licensed by Mendie Cannon

​DESCRIPTION:

Create a lovely dimensional floral bouquet using traditional Brazilian embroidery techniques. Bouquet for Friends features an arrangement of sculptural flowers, textured foliage, decorative buds, and a colorful butterfly accented by an elegant Palestrina bow. Students will learn how to use Brazilian rayon threads to create raised, three-dimensional elements that bring the design to life.
The project incorporates a variety of foundational and intermediate Brazilian embroidery stitches, including cast-on stitches, bullion stitches, detached stitches, woven techniques, and dimensional floral construction. Participants will gain experience in thread management, stitch formation, shaping petals and leaves, and combining multiple stitch types to create depth, texture, and visual balance. By the completion of the class, students will have expanded their repertoire of Brazilian embroidery techniques and completed a beautiful floral design suitable for framing or display.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Cast-on stitch, Bullion stitch, Detached buttonhole variations, Stem and outline stitches, Dimensional flower construction, Textured leaf techniques
Stump work, Palestrina Knot (modified) 
DESIGN AREA: Design 3 - 5 inches; Fabric 12 x 12 inches
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Hoop or stretcher bars and tacks
KIT COST Includes: Kit cost - $25 plus shipping, includes design pre-printed on fabric, instructions, wire and fabric for flower petals and butterfly, color photo. Thread packs can be made available if needed.

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Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
9/26/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM CT 2 0
10/10/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM CT 2 0

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Moon Rose
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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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FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: intermediate
CLASS TITLE: Pine Boughs and Holly
SESSIONS: 2
#Hours 3
INSTRUCTOR: Holzberger, *Loretta-100.00% CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Loretta Holzberger

DESCRIPTION:
A bell pull for the holiday season featuring pine boughs and holly. The piece is edged with a twisted cord
STITCHES INCLUDED: Up-down cast-ons, feather stitch, double running stitch, wrapping beads, twisting a cord.
DESIGN AREA: Fits a 4½ inch bell pull hardware and is 13 inches long.
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Fine silver metallic such as Kreinik cord or Madeira machine embroidery thread. 5 red pony beads. 4½inches 15 inches Thermolam or other thin padding, 4½ inches x15 inches interfacing and 4½ inches x 15 inches muslin or other lining fabric. 12 cm bell pull hardware.
KIT COST Includes: $15 including postage in US. Includes design printed on linen blend fabric and instructions.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED:
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D:
ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
Web camera with zoom
Students need laptop, PC, or tablet with camera and microphone.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
10/20/2026
10:00-11:30 AM PAC 1.5 0
10/27/2026
10:00 11:30 AM PAC 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.

Judy Borreson Caruso, Teacher 
All Levels
Class $30, plus kit cost
Saturday October 3, 11:00 -1:00 Central

 FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: All
CLASS TITLE: Flat-Fold Finishing
SESSIONS: 1
HOURS: 2
INSTRUCTOR: Caruso, Judy Borreson-100.0 CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Judy Borreson Caruso

DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to make a flat-fold frame for your needlework! This is a finishing class. Flat-fold framing is an inexpensive way to finish your piece. It’s particularly good for framing and storing holiday decorations. Bring your own stitched design along with matboard-type cardboard pre-cut to the desired size and backing fabrics OR make a Halloween-themed flat-framed decoration. In addition to the basic frame, students will learn how to make a corded braid with cotton floss. Students will need to supply glue or double-sided tape and fabric scissors.
The California Rose Bud class is being taught by Joanne Langseth. The piece looked lovely when I framed it using this technique. I used matching fabric and cotton floss braid.
STITCHES INCLUDED: No stitches taught
DESIGN AREA: 4 x 6
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Students need to provide fabric scissors, Eileens or other craft glue or double-sided tape, embroidery scissors, ruler, pins, quilt binding clips (optional), pencil, small mixer (or bobbin winder), and 1 ½ skeins of matching cotton floss if making

KIT COST Includes: Basic Kit - $8, plus shipping, includes directions, photos.
For a 4 x 6 inch frame
Matboard: A student can choose to provide their own matboard type pieces of cardboard or purchase 4 pieces of 4 x 6 inch pre-cut matboard for $3.00 plus shipping.
For fabrics, students choose to:
1. Provide their own 5 ½ x 7 ½ front embroidery/design/fabric, 2 - 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 backing fabrics, 1 5 ½ x 10 ½ backing fabric, batting, and ribbon (or needed size) OR
2. Purchase, from teacher, Halloween themed: 1 orange 5 ½ x 7 ½ front fabric (2 choices), 2 - 5 ½ x 7 ½ black backing fabrics, 1 - 5 1/2 x 10 ½ black backing fabric, includes batting and ribbon. Cost $6
Total if purchasing all components from the teacher: Basic kit $8, Matboard $3, fabrics $6 Cost $17 plus shipping

TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED:
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Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
10/3/2026 11:00 - 1:00 PM CT 2 0
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Bouquet for Friends

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Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
9/12/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET 2 0
9/26/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET 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: 2026-2027 LEVEL: Intermediate/Advance
CLASS TITLE: Florida Seasons
SESSIONS: 2
HOURS: 4
INSTRUCTOR: Goff, Deborah-100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Deborah Goff

DESCRIPTION:
Delight in the four seasons Florida style. Enjoy spring orchids and orange blossoms, summer exotic trumpet flowers and lilies, fall chrysanthemums and maple leaves, winter strawberries, pine cones, holly berries, and snow flake decorations.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Alternating leaf satin, bullion, buttonhole, cast-on, detached buttonhole, double cast-on drizzles, feather, fly, hopper, outline, padded satin, satin, seed, short and long, stem, straight, triple threaded double cast-on and drizzles, turkey, up-down cast-on, up-down drizzle.

DESIGN AREA: 8 X 8 circular
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
2 #1 long darners, 1 #3 long darner, drizzle pad, 3 X 6 hoop, 4 ½ X 9” oval hoop, 10” round hoop, invisible thread. I will have some supplies available at DBELANeedleworks.com
KIT COST Includes: $16-Includes design printed on fabric, instructions, picture, assorted beads, candlelight threads, fine silver thread or braid, and doodle cloth.
$95.20—Optional Edmar thread kit containing 34 full skeins. Individual skeins can be purchased for $2.80 each. Please pre-order to ensure that enough thread kits are available. Plus shipping
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED:
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D:
ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
I will have a second camera for close-up demonstration of the stitches.
This class can be taught with permission from instructor first and the purchase of a kit for each student.

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​Loretta Holzberger, Teacher
Intermediate Level
Class $45.00, plus kit cost
Tuesday October 20 and October 27, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Pacific 

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Keyhole Tassel

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FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: Intermediate
CLASS TITLE: Keyhole Tassel
SESSIONS: 2
HOURS 3.5
INSTRUCTOR: Kelley, *Debbie-100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Debbie Kelley

DESCRIPTION:
What a fun project! A lovely "keyhole" tassel, accented by a monogram medallion. An elegant accent piece that has many uses This makes a great gift! There will be several color choices for the embroidery on the medallion. The background fabric is gold silk bengaline/faille. Students will also be learning to make the cord and the tassel.
If needed, a get-acquainted/practice session will be held on Thursday Sept 17 1:30pm Pacific.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Stem, bullion, cast-on, couching, lazy daisy
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Sewing thread to match background fabric, circle template, clear fabric glue, charms (if desired)
KIT COST Includes: $25 Design pack includes instructions, background fabric (student traces their own monogram onto the fabric), photo, tassel template, tracing paper for transferring design, felt for padding medallion. EdMar color-coordinated thread pack $20 extra. All plus postage.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED:
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D:
ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
Laptop and aux camera
Minimum tablet, laptop or pc preferred
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
10/15/2026 1:30 - 3:00 PM PAC 1.5 0
10/22/2026 1:30 - 3:30 PM PAC 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

A Rose For My Mother

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FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: Basic/Intermediate
CLASS TITLE: Brazilian Embroidery Gets Crazy
SESSIONS: 3
HOURS: 4.5
INSTRUCTOR: Langseth, Joanne -100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Langseth

DESCRIPTION:
Learn Crazy Quilting with Brazilian Embroidery. This class will teach how to create interesting stitch combinations by using various thread weights and color combinations. This class will allow students to explore their creativity. Students make personal choices for their project, including colors, textures, and embellishments. Making the completed project a true one of a kind!
STITCHES INCLUDED: Basic Crazy quilt decorative stitches:
Chevron, Herringbone, Cretan, Couching, Lazy Daisy, Chain stitch, Blanket stitch, Feather Stitch, Cast on, and Bullions. Exploring Stitch combinations
DESIGN AREA: 9 x 9 inches
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Ruler, marking pencils, B.E. threads from your own stock, or requested thread pack for an additional fee, 12 EdMar skeins $20. Mixed colorway.
KIT COST Includes: 9 x 9 inch crazy quilted block already stitched.  Pattern with instructions; Embellishment pack with charms, buttons, lace, and a silk ribbon sampler with needle.  $25.00 plus shipping
One dozen color-coordinated EdMar thread packs (pre-chosen colors) are available to order for an additional $20.plus shipping
Zoom and second camera Zoom
This class goes beyond the basic embroidery class; it becomes a very personalized stitch journey. This class fosters creativity and allows students to make personal choices with their piece, making it a true original.

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Joanne Langseth, Teacher Basic/Intermediate LevelClass $45, plus kit cost
Saturday August 15 and Saturday August 22, 2026
​11:00-12:30 PM Pacific

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FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: Basic
CLASS TITLE: Alpine Meadow
SESSIONS: 2
HOURS 3
INSTRUCTOR: Holzberger, *Loretta-100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Loretta Holzberger

DESCRIPTION:
Using our basic Brazilian embroidery stitches you will create an alpine meadow. We will cover all the stitches used. If needed, a Get-Acquainted/Practice session will be held on Tuesday September 22 at 10:00 AM Pacific time.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Stem stitch, French knots, straight stitches, padded stitches, and cast-on stitches.
DESIGN AREA: Fits 5 x 7 mat or frame
KIT COST Includes: $15 including postage in US. Includes design printed on linen blend fabric and instructions.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED:
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D:
ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
Web camera with zoom
Students need laptop, PC, or tablet with camera and microphone.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
9/29/2026 0:00 - 11:30 AM PAC 1.5 0
10/6/2026 0:00 - 11:30 AM PAC 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.

Joanne Langseth, Teacher
Basic/Intermediate Level
Class $67.50, plus kit cost
Sat. Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, 11:00-12:30 PM
Pacific

Debbie Goff, Teacher
Advanced Level
Class $60.00, plus kit cost
Saturday October 10 and October 24 1:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern

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I will have a second camera for close-up demonstration of the stitches.
This class can be taught with permission from instructor first and the purchase of a kit for each student.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
10/10/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET 2 0
10/24/2026 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET 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

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

SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Drizzle Pad, long #1 darner, small varying rock-shape beads (pictured with brown rock beads), fine gold metallic thread, 4 ½ X 9 inch hoop. 
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KIT COST Includes: $13 Includes design printed on fabric, instructions, picture, and doodle cloth.
$50.40-Optional Edmar thread kit containing 18 full skeins. Individual skeins can be purchased for $2.80 each. Please pre-order to ensure that enough thread kits are available. Plus shipping.

FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: Intermediate/Advance
CLASS TITLE: A Rose For My Mother
SESSIONS: 3
HOURS: 4.5
INSTRUCTOR: Kelley, *Debbie-100.00%
CO-INSTRUCTOR 2:
DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: Debbie Kelley

DESCRIPTION:
Do you think satin stitch is a challenge? How about those 50+ wrap bullions? This class concentrates on both, and the result is a beautiful rose! Students will have multiple choices of colors for their rose. Don’t let this one scare you, it isn’t as difficult as you might think!
If needed, a Get-Acquainted/Practice session will be held on Thursday Sept 17 1:30pm Pacific time zone.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Stem, double stem, satin, blanket, bullion, couching, detached buttonhole, lazy daisy.
DESIGN AREA: 4.5 x 6.5 inches
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Beading needle and thread
KIT COST Includes: $20 Design pack includes instructions, pattern printed on linen, raw silk, or white/cream trigger, photo, pearls. EdMar thread pack $18 extra. Plus postage for all.
TECHNOLOGIES TEACHER USED:
TECHNOLOGIES STUDENT REQ'D:
ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
Laptop and aux camera
Minimum tablet, laptop or pc preferred
Session Date
Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
9/20/2026 1:30 - 3:00 PM PAC 1.5 0
9/27/2026 1:30 - 3:00 PM PAC 1.5 0
10/4/2026 1:30 - 3:00 PM PAC 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.

"The Halloween fabrics available from Judy include black for backing and choice of two orange fabrics, one with black cat heads and one with sparkly spiders.

Class size is limited

Registration Period:  OPENS JULY 5

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.

Florida Seasons

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Alpine Meadow

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Mendie Cannon, Teacher
Intermediate/Advanced Level

Class $60.00, plus kit cost
Saturday September 26, Saturday October 10, 2:00-4:00 PM Central

Pine Boughs and Holly

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FISCAL YEAR: 2026-2027 LEVEL: Basic/Intermediate
CLASS TITLE: California Rose Bud
SESSIONS: 2
HOURS: :3
INSTRUCTOR: Langseth, Joanne-100.00%

DESIGNER/COPYRIGHT OWNER: EdMar

DESCRIPTION:
EdMar Brazilian Embroidery Kit. This class will teach how to create interesting stitch combinations by using various thread weights and color combinations.
STITCHES INCLUDED: Satin stitch, Bullion, Knotted Cast-on stitch, Stem stitch, Couching, and French knots
DESIGN AREA: 2x4 inches
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Scissors, hoop, needle puller, threader.
KIT COST Includes: The kit includes all threads and is printed on an 8x10 fabric. Needles are also included in the kit.
Kit costs $25.00 (includes shipping)
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ADD'L TEACHER COMMENTS:
Zoom / Multi Cameras Zoom
This class is a beginner to intermediate skill level class.
Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
8/15/2026 11:00-12:30 PM PAC 1.5 0
8/22/2026 11:00-12:30 PM PAC 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.

Mendie Cannon, Teacher 
Intermediate Level
Class $60.00, plus kit cost
Friday September 11 and Friday September 25, 5:00-7:00 PM Central

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

Fall Semester 2026 Distance Learning Classes!
Register for Distance Learning classes JULY 5 - 20

These online Zoom-based classes will be held in August, September, October and November 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 13 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 July 20, 2026. This date will be extended for many classes

Teacher Biographies: BDEIG Distance Learning Fall 2026 Registration

Alpine Meadow
Loretta Holzberger, Teacher 
Basic Level
Class $45, plus kit cost
Tuesday September 29, October 6, 10:00 – 11:30 AM Pacific

Class size is limited

Session Date
Class Date Class Time Class Timezone # Hours # NP Hrs
11/7/2026 11:00-12:30 PM PAC 1.5 0
11/14/2026 11:00-12:30 PM PAC 1.5 0
11/21/2026 11:00-12:30 PM PAC 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.

Flat-Fold Finishing

​Register via "Quick Cart" above 

​Loretta Holzberger, Teacher 

Intermediate/Advanced Level
Class $45.00, plus kit cost
Tuesday, September 8 and September 15, 10:00 – 11:30 AM Pacific

Debbie Kelley, Teacher 
Intermediate Level
Class $52.50, plus kit cost
Thurs. October 15 1:30 – 3:00 PM Thurs. Oct 22 1:30 – 3:30 PM Pacific

 

Loretta Holzberger, Teacher
Intermediate Level
Class $22.50, plus kit cost
Tuesday November 10, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Pacific 

Class size is limited