The Sampler Guild
The Sampler Guild (TSG) aims to further the research of sampler history, promote the preservation of antique samplers and continue the art of sampler making.
Members of The Sampler Guild receive a quarterly news-letter, 20 plus pages encompassing far more information than can be conveyed on a web-site. They can participate in annual stitching challenges (should they wish) and receive advance information regarding meetings, stitching classes and events. As well as access to a friendly network of sampler enthusiasts/stitchers who are as interested in samplers as you are.
Contact: Linda Hadden, The Sampler Guild, 19 York Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 1SQ
Website: www.thesamplerguild.co.uk
Email: linda@thesamplerguild.co.uk
The Cross Stitch Guild
The Cross Stitch Guild was formed by designer/author Jane Greenoff in March 1996. The CSG deals with cross stitch and all other forms of counted embroidery. CSG members receive a magazine with projects, technical advice and information, and special offers. In the UK, the Cross Stitch Guild runs very popular classes and weekends, available to members at a discount.
Contact: Jane Greenoff, Pinks Barn, London Road, Fairford, Gloucestershire, GL7 4AR
Website: www.thecrossstitchguild.com
Email: jane@thecrossstitchguild.com
The Embroiderer’s Guild
Founded in 1906, the Embroiderers’ Guild is considered to be the UK's largest single craft organisation with over 160 Branches throughout the country, and is the British national educational charity for the promotion of embroidery, its heritage and its future.
Contact: The Embroiderers' Guild, Apt 41 Hampton Court Palace, Surrey KT8 9AU
Website: www.embroiderersguild.com
Email:administrator@embroiderersguild.com
For Scottish branch: janebeth@btinternet.com
Young Embroiderer’s Guild
The young branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild. It is for anyone who's interested in textile art and craft, but especially for children and young people. Young Embroiderers are Members of the Embroiderers' Guild from 5 - 17 years of age.
Contact: Young Embroiderers membership, Embroiderers' Guild, Apartment 41, Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey KT8 9AU
Website: www.hiraeth.com/youngembroiderers/
Email: youngembroiderers@hiraeth.com
The Costume Society
Formed 40 years ago, it pioneered the exploration of all aspects of clothing and personal appearance within a like-minded membership. This now includes collectors, curators, designers, lecturers, students and informed enthusiasts. The Society aims to provide the finest opportunities to study and become involved with this fascinating topic through its events, an annual symposium, its Journal and Newsletters.
Website: www.costumesociety.org.uk
The Costume Society of Scotland
Also formed 40 years ago, it is based in Edinburgh.
Contact: Alison Rossie at cossocscotland@hotmail.com