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Bastone, Cecilia
#627 - Rainforest Revisited
Location: Halloween Room (2nd Floor Landing)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Needle Delights
Artist Statement: This was a very fun stitch. I loved the colors and designs of all of the blocks. 18 count
mono canvas with multiple boxes with multiple colors and is elongated.
Beare, Jill
#780 - Ladybug Picnic
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 30
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Hands On Designs
Artist Statement: A fun stitch that I completed while I was attending Stitch Con 2025.
Beare, Jill
#781 - Peppermint Purple 2024 SAL
Award: First Place
Location: 1st Floor, Center Hallway
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Blackwork
Thread Count: 28
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Clare Ardali (Peppermint Purple)
Artist Statement: This was the first time I participated in a stitch-a-long for blackwork. Choosing my own
floss colors made it personal, and it was fun to see how others were shaping up each week on the Facebook
page.
Beare, Jill
#783 - Zucca
Location: Halloween Room (2nd Floor Landing)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 28
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Alessandra Adelaide
Artist Statement: My aunt and I fell in love with this pattern and decided to stitch it at the same time, using
the same flosses but different linen. What a fun stitch!
Beigie, Jacqui
#540 - Mary Moyse
Location: Garden Room (1st Floor, Cream Parlor)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Sampler - Multi-Stitch (4+)
Thread Count: 40
Artist Statement: The first reproduction sampler I stitched was from the Juda Hayle school. Since then I
have stitched all but one of the available samplers. The remaining sampler is in my stash. This 1707
sampler from the Juda Hayle school includes satin stitch, Algerian eyelet, double running and alternating
back stitch.
Beigie, Jacqui
#541 - Ann Holewll
Location: International Room (2nd Floor, Pink Bedroom)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Sampler - Multi-Stitch (4+)
Thread Count: 40
Commercial Pattern/Designer: The Examplarery
Artist Statement: One of seven samplers from the Juda Hayle school that I have stitched. This was from a
class with Joann Harvey of the Examplarery held in Colonial Williamsburg. This Ann Holewll 1699 sampler
is from the Williamsburg Collection. Stitches used include double backstitch, Algerian eyelet, double
running, cross satin, and bullion knots.
Benedict, Cheryl
#820 - In Her Garden
Location: 1st Floor, Center Hallway
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 18
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Dimensions
Artist Statement: This Victorian lady strolling in her garden hangs in my bedroom and reminds me of warm
summer days. I enjoyed stitching the details of her dress and shawl, and the many colors and textures of the
flowers.
Benedict, Cheryl
#821 - Woman with Bouquet
Location: International Room (2nd Floor, Pink Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 18
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Dimensions
Artist Statement: I loved stitching this piece with the different colors, shading of light and the lady's
expression as she gazes at the flowers.
Benning, Linda Kay
#653 - Lattice Smocked Pincushion
Award: First Place
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Original Design | Technique: Smocking
Artist Statement: Fabric manipulation has always been fascinating. Lattice smocking is a very precise type in
order to maintain the bias folds formed in the technique. Using gingham provides an interesting
pattern.Using black and white gingham, the tube has been smocked to form a pincushion topped with a
black flower button. The stuffing includes walnut shells.
Benning, Linda Kay
#654 - Fireworks at the Monument
Location: American History (1st Floor Bedroom)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Original Design | Technique: Surface Embroidery
Artist Statement: This is an embellished antique black and white photo of the Washington Monument
showing fireworks in the background and framed. While this embellishment technique has been used for
some time, this is my first attempt in doing so. Several types of stitches are used with embroidery floss and
metallic thread.
Berger, Helen
#749 - Woodland Critters Tier
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Erin Elizabeth Designs
Artist Statement: I enjoyed seeing the woodland animals displayed on an intricate white cake stand topped
by a pine tree which gives it a holiday flair.
Berger, Helen
#750 - All You Need is Love...and a Dog
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Gail Bussi
Artist Statement: I liked the message on this piece, as I had just lost a dog that I missed very much. I always
appreciated the unconditional love that dogs give to their families. It seemed like a doable project for me as
a beginning cross stitcher.
Bernstein, Jessica
#526 - Flower Power
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Original Design | Technique: Surface Embroidery
Artist Statement: I was inspired by the damask flowers on this jacket and drew on that pattern to embroider
and appliqué throughout the piece.
For Sale: $100
jessicabernstein123@gmail.com
Bernstein, Jessica
#527 - Boho Kids
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Original Design | Technique: Surface Embroidery
Artist Statement: I love the versatility of denim and how a jacket offers multiple sections that facilitate a
creative approach.
Black, Grace
#870 - Green Star
Award: Director's Award, First Place
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Junior (up to 9 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Beadwork
Artist Statement: I like all kinds of needlework. My favorites are embroidery and cross-stitch.
Black, Olivia
#871 - Bookmark
Award: Second Place
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Junior (10-13 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Artist Statement: I like all kinds of needlework. My favorites are embroidery and cross-stitch.
Black, Olivia
#872 - Coasters
Award: Second Place
Location: 1st Floor, Center Hallway
Division: Junior (10-13 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread
Artist Statement: I enjoyed making this for a Christmas garland. This is one of my first pieces.
Black, Olivia
#875 - Sacred Heart of Jesus
Award: Second Place
Location: American History (1st Floor Bedroom)
Division: Junior (10-13 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Original Design | Technique: Surface Embroidery
Artist Statement: I like all kinds of needlework. My favorites are embroidery and cross-stitch.
Black, Olivia
#876 - Lavender
Award: First Place
Location: Garden Room (1st Floor, Cream Parlor)
Division: Junior (10-13 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Original Design | Technique: Surface Embroidery
Artist Statement: I like all kinds of needlework. My favorites are embroidery and cross-stitch.
Black, Olivia
#877 - Blue Beaded Stars
Award: Second Place
Location: Beach Room (1st Floor, Music Room)
Division: Junior (10-13 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Beadwork
Artist Statement: I like all kinds of needlework. My favorites are embroidery and cross-stitch.
Blanck-Singer, Melissa
#405 - French Christmas
Location: International Room (2nd Floor, Pink Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: New Jersey Needle Artists ANG Chapter
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Artist Statement: This is my 3rd completed piece and my education and inspiration comes from my love of
flowers, color, and the love of my children. My youngest daughter is engaged to a wonderful man who
celebrates Christmas and we are Jewish. I placed a Mezuzah on the doorframe just to give mention to us. As
my first piece, this simply shows inclusion for all.
Blanck-Singer, Melissa
#420 - Love Equals Inclusion
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: New Jersey Needle Artists ANG Chapter
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Artist Statement: This is my very first needlepoint. My son was engaged to a wonderful, loving young
woman (now married to her) and we are from different religions. She celebrates Christmas and I placed a
Star of David on the top of the tree to say, “it doesn’t matter to me and I welcome you into our family”.
Bobbin, Jill
#824 - Polar Friends Biscornu
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 40
Commercial Pattern/Designer: The Floss Box
Artist Statement: Small biscornu with four polar bears on the top, four birds on the bottom. Square button
in the middle. I saw polar bears in Canada and then found this pattern.
Bobbin, Jill
#825 - Bottom's Up Santa
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Thread Count: 18
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Janet Zickler Casey
Artist Statement: I made several of these annually for my mother and continued the tradition after Mom
was gone.
Bobbin, Jill
#826 - Angel Ornament
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 36
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Sheepish Designs
Artist Statement: I finished the ornament. The backing is from the my mother's wedding dress. My mother died a year ago.
Bobbin, Jill
#827 - Panda Amulet
Award: First Place
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Beadwork
Commercial Pattern/Designer: i-bead.com
Artist Statement: I found this kit at a stash sale, taught myself how to make it as I hadn't done much beading
before.
Bowe, Clara
#796 - Riptide
Award: First Place
Location: Beach Room (1st Floor, Music Room)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Original Design | Technique: Surface Embroidery
Artist Statement: The ocean is the most powerful symbol of the unseen, the unknown, and the unknowable.
There is no place where I feel more connected to the world around me than by the ocean. The broad expanse
of the shoreline awes me with my own insignificance and impermanence. At the same time, the ocean
grounds me in my body, connecting me physically to the whole world around me, the tide threatens to pull
my mind and my spirit into the cosmos, till the limits of outer space. Barely visible stitches show the
movement of the ocean in many directions, and conveys the strength of the tide which could pull the viewer
in.
Boyer, Rebecca
#310 - Moonshine
Location: 1st Floor, Center Hallway
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Total Framing
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 16
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Silver Creek
Artist Statement: I have always found comfort in the night sky. The moon and stars have always been a
constant assurance of light, of hope, in the darkest hours.
This quote of this whimsical piece reminds you that you yourself have a light within, ever-present, and to
always reach for the stars.
Boyer, Carol
#330 - America 250
Location: American History (1st Floor Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Total Framing
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 32
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Crocette a gogo
Artist Statement: This design brought back the feelings of nostalgia and patriotism from my childhood. In
1976, I was a young girl taking in all the celebrations around me. Fifty years later, I appreciate even more
the meaning of our American Semiquincentennial. My family descends from Colonial families who came to
this country as early as the 1640s. Later generations served our country in the American Revolution, Civil
War, and my Uncle Charles Zepp even gave his last full measure.
I'm thrilled to be celebrating America's 250th and hope this needlework is passed down through our family
to recognize this period in our nation's history. This is an American Semiquincentennial Sampler . I made
slight design modifications by stitching America & wreath in gold plus adding 250 to vase. Design has Eagles
with Shields, Columbia & Uncle Sam. I added more gold accents for the Semiquincentennial added the 250
on the vase. Self taught, this piece brought me so much joy in its making.
Bradshaw, Jessica
#890 - Angelica
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 32
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Lavender & Lace by Marilyn Leavitt-Imblum
Artist Statement: Angelica is a Lavender & Lace pattern #44, by Marilyn Leavitt-Imblum. I stitched this on
32 count linen, stitched 2 over 2 except the face and hands which are 1 over 1. 3 colors of Mill Hill Beads are
used for the accents, as well as DMC 5282 with a blending filament for the gold. This is the second time I
have stitched this design and I love displaying her in my front hall.
Bretan, Amy
#407 - Passages
Location: Halloween Room (2nd Floor Landing)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: New Jersey Needle Artists ANG Chapter
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Thread Count: 18
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Debbie Rowley
Artist Statement: This piece was worked during an on-line ZOOM class with the designer, Debbie Rowley,
through the Shining Needle Society. It was a fun piece that really shines after framing.
Bretan, Amy
#408 - Versailles
Location: 1st Floor, Center Hallway
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: New Jersey Needle Artists ANG Chapter
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Thread Count: 26
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Beautiful Stitches
Artist Statement: This is a counted piece designed by Ann-Marie Anderson-Mayes, a needlepoint designer
and thread dyer from Australia. It was stitched in an alternate colorway using silk threads dyed by Ann-
Marie. It is done in shades of blue and green on Congress cloth.
Britt, Beth
#511 - Angie
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Traditional
Thread Count: 18
Artist Statement: Each year I stitch an Christmas ornament to celebrate one of my cherished
dachshunds...this year was Angie's turn and this design totally captures her spirit!
Britt, Beth
#512 - Cupcake Celebration
Award: First Place
Location: American History (1st Floor Bedroom)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Traditional
Thread Count: 18
Artist Statement: Over the years we have gathered on the 4th of July for picnics and barbeques to celebrate
America's Independence. Since we are now in the 250th Anniversary of this Independence, a temptingly
delicious cupcake seemed the perfect way to commemorate this occasion.
Britt, Beth
#513 - Easter Egg
Location: Garden Room (1st Floor, Cream Parlor)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Traditional
Thread Count: 18
Artist Statement: Typically I chose canvases by their how the colors attract me.
Pink is one of my most favorite colors so this just fit the bill. Most holiday pieces usually celbrate Christmas
but this beautiful egg that has the look of the famous Faberge eggs was impossible to resist...hope to stitch
another one next year!
Britt, Beth
#514 - Celebrating Christmas
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Traditional
Thread Count: 18
Artist Statement: This beautiful sparkly Christmas tree canvas caught my eye several years ago and this year
decided to retrieve it from my stash and stitch...it was a joy to work on. With the help of Ellen at In Stitches
it was decided to finish it as a box for a table top decoration complete with bow!
Broadway, Reese
#803 - Smocked Ball
Award: First Place
Location: Winter Room (1st Floor, Dining Room)
Division: Junior (10-13 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Smocking
Artist Statement: I chose these colors.
Broadway, Reese
#804 - Breadcloth
Award: First Place
Location: Garden Room (1st Floor, Cream Parlor)
Division: Junior (10-13 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Hardanger
Thread Count: 22
Artist Statement: I chose these colors.
Broadway, Chase
#805 - Chatelaine
Award: Cathleen R. Durkin Award, First Place
Location: Garden Room (1st Floor, Cream Parlor)
Division: Junior (14-17 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Surface Embroidery
Artist Statement: I chose the colors of the fabrics used and stitched my own choice of stitches.
Broadway, Chase
#806 - Poppies
Award: Emma Matheson Award, First Place
Location: Garden Room (1st Floor, Cream Parlor)
Division: Junior (14-17 years old) | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Surface Embroidery: Crewel
Artist Statement: This is usually finished as a bell pull but I wanted to frame it. I learned how to lace my own
pieces.
Brockington, Katie
#755 - Silly Duck
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 16
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Silly Duck by MamaWitch Xstitch on Etsy
Artist Statement: This is my first ever cross stitch and I was very proud to get this finished within a week of
getting the pattern! I own six ducks so this piece was in honour of my silly babies. I started cross stitching
last year in June 2025 and have thoroughly enjoyed the community of stitchers we have! My mother in law
was the one who introduced me to cross stitching and now my husband is broke because all the money goes
towards this addiction. Forever grateful to her for introducing me to my new favourite hobby. She helped me
a lot on trying to figure out how to stitch this Silly Duck and I think it turned out great for being my first
piece!
Brockington, Susan
#756 - Red Barn
Location: American History (1st Floor Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 14
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Designer not known
Artist Statement: I completed this piece in 1997. I won a red ribbon at the North Texas State Fair and Rodeo
that same year.
Brockington, Susan
#757 - Horses in the moonlight
Location: Beach Room (1st Floor, Music Room)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Traditional
Thread Count: 14
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Possibly a Dimensions pattern (unsure of designer)
Artist Statement: I completed this piece in 1997. I won a red ribbon at the North Texas State Fair and Rodeo
that same year.
Brockington, Susan
#758 - Let Us Be Silent
Location: Garden Room (1st Floor, Cream Parlor)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 16
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Designer not known
Artist Statement: I stitched this piece while riding with my (now late) husband who drove an 18-wheeler
delivering goods all over the U.S Butterfly with a gold border. The wording says “Let us be silent that we
may hear the whisper of God.”
Brutcher, Jan
#524 - White Winter Moth
Award: Second Place
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Sampler - Traditional
Thread Count: 40
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Kathy Barrick
Artist Statement: My husband purchased this kit and surprised me with it. It is a Quaker-style piece
stitched with silks on 40-count linen. Framed through In Stitches. Designed by Kathy Barrick.
Burchfiel, Darlene
#668 - New York Taxi
Location: American History (1st Floor Bedroom)
Division: Adult | Exhibited by: Self
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Counted Thread: Cross-Stitch
Thread Count: 18
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Maxi Tziasta
Artist Statement: Loved the iconic NYC scenes and how they make a beautiful backdrop to the iconic NYC
taxi. Counted cross stitch including several iconic NYC buildings and structures, all done in black, gray, and
white, with a bright yellow taxi in front lower center.
Burgess, Diane
#406 - Versailles
Location: Beach Room (1st Floor, Music Room)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: New Jersey Needle Artists ANG Chapter
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Thread Count: 24
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Ann Marie Anderson-Mayes
Artist Statement: Versailles is a sampler style project made up of a series of squares and rectangles that
interlock perfectly to form a complete design. This was done in the designer's original colorway with some
variations and a border was added to pull the design together.
Burgess, Diane
#419 - Tribute
Award: Honorable Mention
Location: 1st Floor, Center Hallway
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: New Jersey Needle Artists ANG Chapter
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Thread Count: 18
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Debbie Rowley
Artist Statement: Tribute was designed by Debbie Rowley as an homage to designer Jean Hilton and uses
lots of stitches she developed. I used my own colorway starting with the overdye and softening the greens
and purples from the designer's original colorway and adding the colored beads in the border to soften the
border and provide more focus on the center "garden".
Burnes, Diane
#312 - Leopard
Award: Second Place
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Total Framing
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Traditional
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Colors of Praise
Artist Statement: What a joy to stitch. It was even more of a joy to work with Waste Knot Needlepoint and
Total Framing to design and complete this lovely canvas.
Burnes, Diane
#314 - Cats
Award: Honorable Mention
Location: Pets Room (2nd Floor, Blue Bedroom)
Division: Senior (70 years and up) | Exhibited by: Total Framing
Category: Commercial Design | Technique: Canvaswork: Multi-Stitch (4+)
Commercial Pattern/Designer: Maggie & Company
Artist Statement: A special and fun canvas to stitch by Maggie and Company. The cats come to life with the
stitch and color suggestions from Waste Knot Needlepoint. Framing done by Total Framing in Virginia.