NEATA have held our Members Choice competition for 2025, and the winner
was Susan Kemp.

See below Susan being presented
with her prize and certificate.

And here it is, the title was Shells.

Congratulations Susan.

The other entries can be seen below.

An independent stich group in Newcastle where embroidery and textile art is for all.

Newcastle Embroidery and Textile Art (NEATA) is now entering our fifth year, (previously

Newcastle upon Tyne Embroiderers’ Guild), and is an independent stitch group.

Our aims remain the same, our meeting day remains the same and our venue

remains the same, see the About page for these details.

The October meeting was a 'Show and Tell' afternoon and was opened by our Chair Lynda.

She welcomed Sue back to the Committee after last months appeal for more members.

The programme for 2026 was handed out and Lynda reminded us of the workshops

and speakers we have to look forward to.

Eight ladies contributed to the afternoon in a variety of ways, from recycled silk ties

into a dress to tamari balls, pictures below of some of the items, thanks to all for talking about their pieces.

The flower of the month was Crocosmia, see photos below.

Next months flower is Aster, we look forward to seeing the interpretations.

The final photos are of finished pieces brought in, scroll down to see the amazing work our

members have completed.

The October workshop has, due to illness, been replaced (but will be included in the 2026 calendar) with a beautiful quilted Christmas wall hanging.

The workshop will be delivered by Linda Jewson on 26th October at a cost of £30.

A pack of Christmas fabrics can be purchased for £5, but you can bring your own if you wish.

Book in the usual way.

The first 2026 competition, the Chairman's Challenge, for April, is entitled 'Time for Tea'.

This is in remembrance of our late member, Pauline, and in recognition of her generosity in

leaving her 'stash' to the group. The idea is that any items taken from her stash are

incorporated in the piece, remembering, she was not only an embroiderer but had many

other skills in the world of craft.

Our chairman is hoping our imagination will take flight!

We are delighted to add a Facebook page,

for our group.

Whether you are a beginner or an expert in embroidery and textile art,

you are welcome to attend our meetings.

If you wish to learn, we will do what we can to help you.

Please note: All images are produced with permission of the owners and are copywrite.