SMP Hoop Fest 2024
2024-06-10 - 2024-06-14 | NJ
I am pleased to announce that I will be speaking at SMP’s VIRTUAL HOOP FEST 2024! I will be presenting my ITH Flag Bag on Friday, June 14, 2024 (Flag Day!) @ 10am (PST) / 1pm(EST).
Watch the event live, all week here: youtube.com/HoopFest
GENERAL INFORMATION FROM SMP:

We are excited to offer a 5-day virtual festival of embroidery. Our hoop festival is a community offering in celebration of the artists and makers who practice this craft. We are hosting a contest with popular vote awards of first and second, and third placement prizes, as well as a Best of Show, Golden Scissors Award. Throughout the contest we will be having giveaways and picking a viewer every day to be eligible to win Hoop Fest 2024 $25,000—Dream Studio Giveaway*! *ARV

Join us on Facebook or YouTube live, each day, during the 5 days of interactive live-streaming. Our panelists and hosts will be showcasing embroidery hoop machines, notions and sharing their expertise, tips ‘n tricks, some history and master classes.

Introduction to Machine Embroidery - Virtual Summer Schoolhouse - Mancuso
2024-06-25 12:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom Meeting – Virtual
Date: Tuesday, June 12th
Time: 12am – 6pm
Place: Virtual on Zoom (Stay at home!)
Learn all about best practices for embroidery including: threads, needles, stabilizers, proper hooping methods, registration, troubleshooting common embroidery issues, loading and editing designs on your machine, digitizing principles, embroidery stitch types, applique techniques, floating fabrics, and ITH (in-the-hoop) projects. We will make 3 projects in class: napkin, tote bag, and key fob. (*This course includes a kit for all 3 projects.)
{You need to know the basics on how to operate your machine for embroidery such as turning on your machine, threading the machine, winding & loading bobbin. This class will teach embroidery theory and techniques NOT how to fully operate your machine. Make sure to bring your user manual.}
REGISTER HERE: quiltfest.com/upcoming-shows-and-events/quiltfest-virtual-summer-schoolhouse/
***This class requires a mandatory kit & patterns be purchased and will be mailed to you (kit description found below).
Please purchase kit on Mancuso’s website. (We do not sell them on our site). ***
Materials Needed by Student:

Embroidery machine with embroidery attachment arm and embroidery foot.
**Preferred hoop size: 5″x7″ or larger (*4”x4” is acceptable; projects will be smaller)
1 to 2 yards – Tear Away Stabilizer
Fabric Scissors
Applique Scissors
505 or KK100 Spray Adhesive
75/11 Embroidery Needles
60 wt. White Embroidery Bobbin
40 wt. Embroidery Thread
) White
B.) Black
C.) Red
D.) Blue
E.) Silver or Gold

Kits Include:

USB Stick
Embroidery design/pattern files
.PDF instructions of workshop
Napkin
Tote bag
1 piece of Canvas
2 pieces of Vinyl
Keyring Clasp
1 Set of Snaps

* All kits exclude: tear away stabilizer, threads, bobbin, and 75/11 needles.

SHOW - Boots on the Bay - Seaside Park - July 20, 2024
2024-07-20 15:00 - 20:00 | Seaside Park, Seaside Park, United States
SHOW – Boots on the Bay – Seaside Park – Craft Show, Evening Concert, Food Trucks, & Beer Garden
Saturday, July 20, 2024 @ 3pm – 8pm

SHOW - Brielle Day - Sept. 7, 2024
2024-09-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Brielle Park, 658 Union Ln, Brielle, NJ, 08730, United States
SHOW – Brielle Day – Sept. 7, 2024
Event details: thewomansclubofbrielle.org

Patch Making - Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza - September 13, 2024
2024-09-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, 19456, United States
Date: Friday, Sept. 13th
Time: 1pm – 4pm
Place: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Learn how to create your own custom patches from start to finish. We will discuss proper pathing for digitizing embroidery designs, adding designs on your machine to templates, various methods used to sew patches, and the pros & cons of each method. Three patches will be demonstrated: pre-made name badge, sewing patch, and a holiday theme. A 3″ blank circle template is included so you can add any custom design you like.
{You need to know the basics on how to operate your machine for embroidery such as turning on your machine, threading the machine, winding & loading bobbin. This class will teach embroidery theory and techniques NOT how to fully operate your machine. Make sure to have your user manual.}
SIGN-UP HERE: https://www.quiltfest.com/upcoming-shows-and-events/pennsylvania-national-quilt-extravaganza/
***This class requires a mandatory kit & patterns be purchased on day of class for $35 (kit description found below).***
Materials Needed by Student:

Embroidery machine with embroidery attachment arm and embroidery foot
**Preferred hoop size: 4″x4″ or larger**
1 yard – Tear Away Stabilizer
505 or KK100 Spray Adhesive
Fabric Scissors
75/11 Embroidery Needles
60 wt. White Embroidery Bobbin
40 wt. Embroidery Thread
) White
B.) Black
C.) Silver
D.) Red
E.) Blue

Kits Include:

USB Stick
Embroidery design/pattern files
.PDF instructions of workshop
Twill fabric
BadgeMaster or Ultra Solvy stabilizer
Iron-on Patch Back Adhesive
1 Pre-made blank patch
1 Teflon sheet

* All kits exclude: tear away stabilizer, threads, bobbin, and 75/11 needles.

Introduction to Machine Embroidery - Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza - September 14, 2024
2024-09-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, 19456, United States
Date: Saturday, Sept. 14th
Time: 9am – 4pm
Place: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Learn all about best practices for embroidery including: threads, needles, stabilizers, proper hooping methods, registration, troubleshooting common embroidery issues, loading and editing designs on your machine, digitizing principles, embroidery stitch types, applique techniques, floating fabrics, and ITH (in-the-hoop) projects. We will make 3 projects in class: napkin, tote bag, and key fob. (*This course includes a kit for all 3 projects.)
{You need to know the basics on how to operate your machine for embroidery such as turning on your machine, threading the machine, winding & loading bobbin. This class will teach embroidery theory and techniques NOT how to fully operate your machine. This class is geared towards Brother machines; other machines are welcome, but make sure to bring your user manual.}
SIGN-UP HERE: https://www.quiltfest.com/upcoming-shows-and-events/pennsylvania-national-quilt-extravaganza/

***This class requires a mandatory kit & patterns be purchased on day of class for $35 (kit description found below).***
Materials Needed by Student:

Embroidery machine with embroidery attachment arm and embroidery foot.
**Preferred hoop size: 5″x7″ or larger (*4”x4” is acceptable; projects will be smaller)
1 to 2 yards – Tear Away Stabilizer
Fabric Scissors
Applique Scissors
505 or KK100 Spray Adhesive
75/11 Embroidery Needles
60 wt. White Embroidery Bobbin
40 wt. Embroidery Thread
) White
B.) Black
C.) Red
D.) Blue
E.) Silver or Gold

Kits Include:

USB Stick
Embroidery design/pattern files
.PDF instructions of workshop
Napkin
Tote bag
1 piece of Canvas
2 pieces of Vinyl
Keyring Clasp
1 Set of Snaps

* All kits exclude: tear away stabilizer, threads, bobbin, and 75/11 needles.

SHOW - Festival of the Sea - Point Pleasant Beach - Sept. 21, 2024
2024-09-21 10:00 - 19:00 | Point Pleasant, 601 Arnold Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, 08742, United States
SHOW – Point Pleasant 46th Annual Festival of the Sea – Sept. 21, 2024
Craft Show, Food Trucks, & Beer Garden
Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024 @ 10pm – 7pm
Event details: seafood-festival

Learn Your Brother Embroidery Machine - Poconos
2024-10-12 11:00 - 13:30 | Pocono Sew & Vac, 567 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Learn how to use your Brother embroidery machine. We will discuss the following: threading your machine, winding bobbins, attaching the embroidery foot, arm, and hoop, loading and editing designs (rotating, scaling, positioning, & mirroring), adding monograms and text (sizing & positioning text), and embroidery machine functions such as embroidery sewing speed and color stepping. We will also go over how to update your machine with the latest firmware. Please remember to bring your manual.

This class is for Brother embroidery machines ONLY.

Preferred hoop size: 4” x 4” hoop or larger

Sign-up here: poconosewandvac.com

How to Start a Home Embroidery Business - Poconos
2024-10-12 14:00 - 17:00 | Pocono Sew & Vac, 567 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
This course will explain all you need to know to start your own home embroidery business. If you are considering selling on Etsy, at a craft show, creating a website, or possibly opening a small storefront, this class is for you.
The following topics will be discussed:

Is it a hobby or a small business?
When & why you should create an LLC
Types of embroidery services, such as: digitizing, ITH patterns & designs, embroidery for B2B (wholesale), B2C, athletics (school sports jerseys), fundraisers
What are good entry embroidery machines for a business
Types of embroidery machines (home vs. commercial, flatbed vs. tubular, single-needle vs. multi-needle, 1-head vs. 6-head)
Website options (your own website, Shopify, Etsy, etc.)
How to setup your workspace
Where to buy embroidery blanks wholesale (*hint: must have a business sales tax id to do so)
Tradeshows
Basics of pricing your work
Copyright infringement vs. legal licensing
(*No, you cannot sell Disney designs that are on your machine!)
Digitizing: do-it-yourself or outsource?

*You will receive a .pdf file of the information discussed in this course and an embroidery design.
There is a $10.00 file fee due to instructor on day of class.

Sign-up here: poconosewandvac.com

Machine Embroidery Theory & Techniques - Quiltfest Virtual Schoolhouse #9 - November 7, 2024
2024-11-07 12:00 - 18:00 | Zoom Meeting – Virtual
Date: , Nov. th
Time: 9am – 4pm
Place: Virtual on Zoom (Stay at home!)
Learn all about best practices for embroidery including: threads, needles, stabilizers, proper hooping methods, registration, troubleshooting common embroidery issues, loading and editing designs on your machine, digitizing principles, embroidery stitch types, applique techniques, floating fabrics, and ITH (in-the-hoop) projects. We will make 3 projects in class: napkin, tote bag, and key fob. (*This course includes a kit for all 3 projects.)
{You need to know the basics on how to operate your machine for embroidery such as turning on your machine, threading the machine, winding & loading bobbin. This class will teach embroidery theory and techniques NOT how to fully operate your machine. Make sure to bring your user manual.}
SIGN-UP HERE: https://www.quiltfest.com/upcoming-shows-and-events/quiltfest-virtual-schoolhouse-6/
***This class requires a mandatory kit & patterns be purchased and will be mailed to you (kit description found below).
Please purchase kit on Mancuso’s website. (We do not sell them on our site). ***
Materials Needed by Student:

Embroidery machine with embroidery attachment arm and embroidery foot.
**Preferred hoop size: 5″x7″ or larger (*4”x4” is acceptable; projects will be smaller)
1 to 2 yards – Tear Away Stabilizer
Fabric Scissors
Applique Scissors
505 or KK100 Spray Adhesive
75/11 Embroidery Needles
60 wt. White Embroidery Bobbin
40 wt. Embroidery Thread
) White
B.) Black
C.) Red
D.) Blue
E.) Silver or Gold

Kits Include:

USB Stick
Embroidery design/pattern files
.PDF instructions of workshop
Napkin
Tote bag
1 piece of Canvas
2 pieces of Vinyl
Keyring Clasp
1 Set of Snaps

* All kits exclude: tear away stabilizer, threads, bobbin, and 75/11 needles.

ITH Zipper Bag - Poconos
2024-11-20 11:00 - 13:30 | Pocono Sew & Vac, 567 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Create your very own 5″x7″ zipper bags entirely in the hoop (larger sized bag is also included)! Learn the process from start to finish on how to embroider ITH bags. This course is perfect for beginners who want to learn what in-the-hoop projects are and how they are made. The following techniques will be discussed: attaching zippers in-the-hoop, fabric layering, digitizing designs correctly, and ITH theories.
There is a $10.00 file fee due to the instructor on day of class.
Preferred hoop size: 5”x7” or larger (Ask before signing up, if you only have a
4” x 4” hoop)
Sign-up here: https://www.poconosewandvac.com/events/embroidery-classes/

Christmas Hoop Ornaments ITH - Poconos
2024-11-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Pocono Sew & Vac, 567 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
This course will show you how to embroider Christmas hoop ornaments. We will discuss the proper way to sew with metallic threads, how to use a template file to create custom designs, moving & scaling a design to fit inside a template, and making & finishing a hoop ornament. You will receive 2 files in class: a blank hoop template and a Christmas design, along with an instruction pdf. file.
There is a $10.00 file fee due to the instructor on day of class.
Preferred hoop size: 4” x 4” or larger
Sign-up here: https://www.poconosewandvac.com/events/embroidery-classes/

Applique Techniques in Embroidery - Poconos
2024-11-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Pocono Sew & Vac, 567 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Learn the following techniques and topics: cutting in-the-hoop appliqué, how to create a stencil for appliqué, pre-cut appliqué, reverse appliqué, creating flawless edges on your appliqué, what “stops” are, the order of steps for appliqué, common issues with appliqué, patches (yes, this is appliqué), and why appliqué is used in sewing. There will be four appliqué methods practiced in class, with a bonus design to try at home.
*A pair of appliqué scissors will make cutting out the designs much easier for you.
There is a $10.00 file fee due to instructor on day of class.
Preferred hoop size: 4”x4” or larger
Sign-up here: https://www.poconosewandvac.com/events/embroidery-classes/

Patches - Poconos
2024-11-23 14:30 - 17:00 | Pocono Sew & Vac, 567 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
In this class you will learn how to create your own custom patches from start to finish. We will discuss proper pathing for digitizing embroidery designs and the various methods used to sew patches. Three patches will be created: name badge, sewing patch, and a holiday theme.
Preferred hoop size: 4” x 4”
Sign-up here: https://www.poconosewandvac.com/events/embroidery-classes/

SHOW - Jingle Fest - Wayne Hills - Nov. 24, 2024
2024-11-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Wayne Hills HS, 272 Berdan Ave., Wayne, 07470, United States
SHOW – Jingle Fest – Wayne Hills – Nov. 24, 2024
Event details: pjspromotions.com/events-2

SHOW - Woodland Park Fire Dept. Parade & Craft Show - Nov. 30, 2024
2024-11-30 12:00 - 20:00 | Woodland Park, McBride Ave., Woodland Park, NJ, 07424, United States
SHOW – Woodland Park Fire Dept. Parade & Craft Show – Dowling Gardens on McBride Ave. – Nov. 30, 2024
Outdoor craft show in the park (McBride Ave. by Post Office) from 12pm – 5pm with parade to follow at 6pm

SHOW - Christmas Con - Dec. 13-15, 2024
2024-12-13 14:00 - 2024-12-15 17:00 | New Jersey Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison, NJ, 08837, United States
SHOW – 5th Annual Christmas Con (12/13 – 12/15)
12/13 (Fri.) @ 2pm – 8pm
12/14 (Sat.) @ 10am – 6pm
12/15 (Sun.) @ 10am – 5pm

97 Sunfield Ave., Edison, NJ 08837
New Jersey Expo Center (Edison, N.J.)

Event details: thats4entertainment.com/christmasconnj

SHOW - Ocean Grove Spring Fling Arts & Crafts Show - May 3, 2025
2025-05-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Ocean Grove, NJ, 07756, United States
SHOW – Ocean Grove Spring Fling Arts & Crafts Show – Saturday, May 3, 2025

SMP Hoop Fest 2025
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-13 | NJ
I am pleased to announce that I will be speaking at SMP’s VIRTUAL HOOP FEST 2025! I will be presenting my World War 2 Envelope Clutch on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 @ 10am (PST) / 1pm(EST).
Watch the event live, all week here: youtube.com/HoopFest
GENERAL INFORMATION FROM SMP:

We are excited to offer a 5-day virtual festival of embroidery. Our hoop festival is a community offering in celebration of the artists and makers who practice this craft. We are hosting a contest with popular vote awards of first and second, and third placement prizes, as well as a Best of Show, Golden Scissors Award. Throughout the contest we will be having giveaways and picking a viewer every day to be eligible to win Hoop Fest 2025, $25,000—Dream Studio Giveaway*! *ARV

Join us on Facebook or YouTube live, each day, during the 5 days of interactive live-streaming. Our panelists and hosts will be showcasing embroidery hoop machines, notions and sharing their expertise, tips ‘n tricks, some history and master classes.

The Art of Patch Making - Mancuso Virtual Summer Schoolhouse
2025-06-25 12:00 - 15:00 | Zoom Meeting – Virtual
Learn how to create your own custom patches from start to finish. We will discuss proper pathing for digitizing embroidery designs, adding designs on your machine to templates, various methods used to sew patches, and the pros & cons of each method. Three patches will be demonstrated: pre-made name badge, sewing patch, and a holiday theme. A 3″ blank circle template is included so you can add any custom design you like.
Class is held virtually on Zoom.

Sign-up here: quiltfest.com/upcoming-shows-and-events/quiltfest-virtual-summer-schoolhouse

SHOW - Seaside Park Farmers Market - July 11
2025-07-11 09:30 - 14:30 | Seaside Park, Seaside Park, United States
SHOW – Seaside Park- “Marina Lawn”, J St. & Central Ave.
Fridays – July & August 2025
Farmers’ Market Seaside Park – July & August 2025
July: 7/4, 7/11, 7/25
Aug.: 8/8, 8/15, 8/29
Fridays @ 9:30am – 2:30pm

SHOW - Seaside Park Farmers Market - July 25
2025-07-25 09:30 - 14:30 | Seaside Park, Seaside Park, United States

SHOW - Seaside Park Farmers Market - August 8
2025-08-08 09:30 - 14:30 | Seaside Park, Seaside Park, United States

SHOW - Seaside Park Farmers Market - August 15
2025-08-15 09:30 - 14:30 | Seaside Park, Seaside Park, United States

SHOW - Seaside Park Farmers Market - August 29
2025-08-29 09:30 - 14:30 | Seaside Park, Seaside Park, United States

Arts & Crafts Show & Christmas Boutiques - 2025
2025-08-30 - 2025-12-21 | NJ
Summer Shows
Seaside Park Farmer’s Market
8/29/2025 (Fri.) @ 9:30am – 2:30pm
Seaside Park, N.J. – Marina Lawn (J Street)
Seaside Park Labor Day Craft Show
8/30/2025 (Sat.) @ 10am – 5pm
Seaside Park, N.J. – Municipal Building
Lavallette Founder’s Day
9/6/2025 (Sat.) @ 11am – 5pm
Lavallette, N.J.
Beach Plum Festival
9/7/2025 (Sun.) @ 9am – 4pm
Island Beach State Park, N.J. – Bathing Area #1
Fall Harvest Fest – Ocean Grove
10/4/2025 (Sat.) @ 10am – 5pm
Ocean Grove, N.J. – Main Ave.
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Christmas Shows
Paramus High School Thanksgiving Craft Show
11/30/2025 (Sun.) @ 10am – 5pm
Paramus, N.J. – Paramus High School
23rd Annual German Christmas Market (12/5 – 12/7)
12/5 (Fri.) @ 10am – 8pm
12/6 (Sat.) @ 10am – 8pm
12/7 (Sun.) @ 10am – 5pm
Sussex County Fairgrounds (Augusta, N.J.)

SHOW - Lavallette Founder's Day - Sept. 6, 2025
2025-09-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Lavallette, Lavallette, NJ, 08735, United States
SHOW – Lavallette – Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025

SHOW - Island Beach State Park Plum Fest - Sept. 7, 2025
2025-09-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Lavallette, Lavallette, NJ, 08735, United States
SHOW – Island Beach State Park- Beach Plum Festival – Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025

Reverse Applique & Applique Techniques in Embroidery - Mancuso Oaks PA
2025-09-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, 19456, United States
Learn the following techniques and topics: cutting in-the-hoop appliqué, how to create a stencil for appliqué, pre-cut appliqué, reverse appliqué, creating flawless edges on your appliqué, what are “stops”, the order of steps for appliqué, common issues with appliqué, patches (yes, this is appliqué), and why appliqué is used in sewing. There will be four appliqué methods practiced in class, with a bonus design to try at home.
*A pair of appliqué scissors will make cutting out the designs much easier for you.
**You do NOT need a machine to take this course. However, we will be creating 3 trapunto blocks in class. You are allowed to register and watch others participate if you do not want to bring your machine. Everyone is required to purchase a kit (includes all fabrics and files), which you can make at home at a later time.**
Register here: quiltfest.com/register/pennsylvania-national-quilt-extravaganza/workshops-lectures-by-instructor/mary-nesnay-machine-embroidery/mary-nesnay-reverse-applique-applique-techniques-in-embroidery-half-day-ws-fri-9/12/25-9am-12pm/

Trapunto Embroidery Techniques - Mancuso Oaks PA
2025-09-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, 19456, United States
Trapunto involves outlining a design on a quilt top or block, with an extra layer of batting underneath, and then stuffing or padding the desired areas from the underside, creating a raised, three-dimensional effect. In this class, you will learn how the technique of trapunto is achieved in machine embroidery. We will discuss best practices including: the history of trapunto, stabilizers, proper hooping methods, registration, digitizing principles for trapunto effects, applique techniques, floating fabrics, layering batting and fabrics correctly in the hoop, and how to apply this effect to your projects. We will embroider three designs (Sewing Machine, Pumpkin, and USA Flag) in class demonstrating the technique of trapunto.
**You do NOT need a machine to take this course. However, we will be creating 3 trapunto blocks in class. You are allowed to register and watch others participate if you do not want to bring your machine. Everyone is required to purchase a kit (includes all fabrics and files), which you can make at home at a later time.**
Preferred hoop size: 5″x7″ or larger (*4”x4” is acceptable; designs will be smaller)

Sign-up here: quiltfest.com/register/pennsylvania-national-quilt-extravaganza/workshops-lectures-by-instructor/mary-nesnay-machine-embroidery/mary-nesnay-trapunto-embroidery-techniques-half-day-ws-fri-9/12/25-1pm-4pm/
