Sunday, May 19, a.m.

Today's visit is to the Embroiderers' Guild, which is the model and inspiration for the Embroiderers' Guild of America. They have an extensive collection of old and new needleart, some of which are on display throughout the building. They also pulled out many pieces that were laid out on tables for us to look at. They even provided white cotton gloves so that we could pick up and look at the pieces. There was a variety of traditional and contemporary pieces, all of which were interesting, but I didn't appreciate some of the contemporary works.

There were also some treasure bags that they had for sale, which were little plastic baggies full of a variety of things including small completed pieces, oriental embroidery, beads, buttons and assorted goodies. As we left, they gave each of us a bag with recent issues of the two magazines that they produce, assorted threads and other items. It was a very nice visit.