RMR Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-In
COME JOIN US
October 17-19, 2025 at Hilton Garden Inn,
Downtown Colorado Springs
I’m excited to spend a few days in beautiful Colorado Springs with my stitching friends, those I’ve already met and those whom I’ll meet for the first time. I will be bringing several projects to work on. How many will you bring? I’m looking forward to seeing your in-progress projects. It always inspires me to see the embroidery others do!
I do hope you’ll come to the stitch-in. It’ll be great to see you!!
Vicki Bridges
RMR Region Director
I’m delighted to invite you to the first RMR sponsored Stitch-in! I hope you will register today! Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-in is open to all stitchers. You don’t need to be an EGA member to attend. Everyone who shares our passion for needlework is welcome. Invite your friends! Bring your own project or projects to stitch and come prepared to have some fun.
EGA members and non-members must register and share the event’s expense. It is the same low price, only $77.00, for every attendee. Your registration fee covers the cost of the meeting space, daily gifts, surprises and treats. You will be stitching with fellow enthusiasts, meeting new friends and gathering with longtime friends as well. We will play some games, enjoy the Prospectors Exhibit of original needlework or adaptations, there will be a Silent Auction and of course, you will have plenty of time to stitch! Did I mention you can enjoy beautiful Colorado Springs and the surrounding area as well?
The hosting committee and I can’t wait to meet you at the Stitch-in!
Joanna Lord
Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-in, Chair
We will feature a Prospectors Exhibit with the theme, All That Glitters Is Not Gold. Refer to the menu above or click on PROSPECTORS to go to that page for additional information.
We look forward to seeing in you Colorado Springs!
The mission of The Embroiderers’ Guild of America is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its heritage.
Enjoy Pike’s Peak or Bust Stitch-in by staying at the conveniently located Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Colorado Springs.
Hilton Garden Inn Colorado Springs Downtown
125 N. Cascade Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Hotel Booking link:
Reservations may be made through the following hotel Booking Link: Click Here
or by calling the hotel (719) 632-1000, press 0 or the front desk option. Inform the person on the phone that you wish to book a room for the Rocky Mountain Region Stitch-In Retreat over the weekend of Oct 16 to 20.
The Group Code for the retreat is: EGARMR.
The group room rate is $139.00 per night, single or double occupancy, subject to any applicable taxes. Guest room upgrades with a mountain view are available for an additional $10.00 charge. Reservations are available for two days before and after the event at the same rate to anyone wishing to extend their stay. A valid credit card will be needed to secure your room, but it will not be charged until departure. The deadline for making reservations for the group rate is Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
Make your hotel reservations early! As this is being written, the hockey schedule for the 2025-2026 season has not yet been released. We are told that if there is a hockey game in town that weekend, the hotel will be full. Book your room today, your credit card will not be charged to reserve a room.
Room reservations must be canceled 24 hours in advance. There will be a no show charge for individuals with guaranteed reservations that fail to cancel them. A one night’s room and tax charge will be charged to the guarantee credit card.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for all guests with reservations in public spaces, and meeting spaces as well as in guest rooms. A complimentary hot breakfast buffet is also included with your stay. All guest rooms have microwaves, mini fridges and Keurig coffee makers. Guests will have access to an onsite work out space, salt water pool, hot tub and laundry facilities. An onsite restaurant serving bar food and drinks is open in the evenings between 5 and 10pm.
Parking is located next door to HGI in the Hilton Garden Inn/ UMB Bank Parking Garage at 101 North Cascade Ave. The charge is $15 per day, with in and out privileges. On the lower level the parking structure shares a limited number of parking spaces with adjacent businesses. Please do not park in these marked spaces during posted business hours Monday thru Friday. Keep your parking ticket(s) and pay at the front desk upon check out. Do not pay at the machine in the parking garage.
Convenient overflow parking is available in the Public Parking lot across Bijou St and less than a half a block north of the hotel at 215 North Cascade. The rate is $11per day. However, in and out privileges are not available. During any 24 hour period when you leave you will be charged at an hourly rate of $1.25 per hour upon exiting, however the maximum charge will not exceed $11.00. The 24 hour time period will be reset upon return. The lot has security personnel on duty 24 hours a day.
We recommend those parking in the public lot drop their luggage and check in before parking. Park in the designated area by the front door of the HGI for 30 minutes. Take the interior elevator up to the second floor hotel desk and check in. Check-in time is 3pm and check-out time is 12pm. Those arriving early or departing later may arrange with the front desk to keep their luggage secure while participating in the Stitch-In.
Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-in <> Registration Information
Registration begins April 4 and runs through July 7, 2025.
There is only one registration period for the Stitch-in, April 4 – July 7, 2025. It is open to everyone, RMR members and any non – members alike. Register soon and if you plan to stay at the Hilton Garden Inn, Downtown Colorado Springs make your reservations early!
FACILITY USE FEES will not be charged for Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-in. Because the registration fee includes payment for the event’s room rental, there will be no Facility Use Fee charged for Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-in for those opting not to stay at the Hilton Garden Inn, Downtown.
RMR EGA EVENT POLICY: All electronics used in classrooms or other contracted event spaces must be cordless (battery operated), this includes task lighting.
REGISTRATION CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellation requests must be in writing and emailed to treasurer@rmrega.org OR mailed to the event treasurer at: Linda Scheve, 1111 Horizon Drive #608, Grand Junction CO 81506, by Priority Mail with signature confirmation. If emailed, the registrant must follow-up with the treasurer via phone (970) 210-3274 if not having heard from the treasurer verifying receipt of cancellation email. A partial refund will be made for cancellations received by August 17. After the specified date, refunds will be issued only if the cancellation is due to illness or death of a participant or immediate family member. All refunds to be approved by the event committee.
NON-SUFFICIENT FUNDS POLICY: Cash, money order, or cashier’s checks shall be required from members who have outstanding, non-collectible, returned checks payable to an EGA chapter, region, or national. All documented returned check expenses associated with NSF checks shall be charged back to the issuer including returned check fee assessed by the bank, all other documented expenses associated with the return check, plus a $25.00 handling fee.
FOOD AND DRINK POLICY: Outside food and beverage, including alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited in all public spaces of the hotel including meeting rooms/restaurant per the event contract with the Hilton Garden Inn.
Please be respectful of the embroidery on display and at every stitching table. Keep food and/or beverages away from the embroidery. Beverages brought to the stitching tables must be in containers with closable, non-spillable tops.
Chose the button below to register for Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-in 2025:
If you register on-line, you will pay through PayPal using either a credit card or PayPal account.
To Mail in your Registration and your Check,
Download the Registration form here>> MAIL-IN FORM
If you have any questions about your registration or need help filling out the form, please contact the Event Registrar, Erin DeKeno, at eventregistrar@rmrega.org
CODE OF CONDUCT: EGA fosters values of honor, mutual respect, cultural sensitivity, integrity, and responsible conduct. Registrants are expected to behave consistently with these principles and demonstrate common courtesy towards their fellow attendees. Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. At the discretion of the Event Committee, participants who violate the code of conduct may be asked to leave.
EGA is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for stitchers of any experience level, age, race, ethnicity, nationality, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or other background to develop their skills and express their creativity through the needle arts. EGA affirms the commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA).
RESTAURANTS, SHOPS AND SITES OF INTEREST
Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-In 2025 will be the Rocky Mountain Region’s get-together of the year. It will be held in Colorado Springs, Colorado, a central location for the region. The city was founded in 1871 as a resort town by Civil War hero, General William J. Palmer. Today, Olympic City USA is home to a multitude of unique things to see and do. Enjoy stunning natural scenery, endless blue skies and exciting choices for outdoor adventure. See where Olympic dreams are born and discover all that Colorado’s second-largest city has to offer.
The city sits at the foot of one of the nation’s most famous landmarks, Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, whose summit inspired Katharine Lee Bates to pen the words to “America the Beautiful.” Visitors can ascend this 14,107-foot beauty via car, bicycle or hiking.
With more than 55 area attractions, there’s much more to capture visitors’ attention. Choose from places like the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum and the Money Museum to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and The Broadmoor Seven Falls.
Home to the U.S. Olympic Committee, Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center and the new U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, visitors can watch world-class athletes in action. Another worthy stop is the U.S. Air Force Academy, an elite university and military training academy just north of the city.
Don’t miss the abundance of scenic trails, treks and open spaces for the perfect breath of fresh air.
But most importantly, a visit to “The Springs” in October will feature a chance to stitch and stitch and stitch. But don’t forget all the fun activities that will be occurring during the weekend from pajama parties to name tag competitions.
Dining in Downtown Colorado Springs:
Streetcar 520 ($20-$30) – Hip restaurant in a former streetcar building, offering New American fare, plus shared plates
Lumen 8 Rooftop Social ($20-$40) cutting-edge but casual, fun but never rowdy, classy, comfortable and always warm
The Wobbly Olive ($30-$50) An eclectic menu of unique small & large plates served in upscale-casual digs with a full bar
Odessey Gastropub ($20-$30) New American gastropub with craft beer & cocktails, plus weekend brunch
COATI ($10-$20) Offbeat, industrial-style hangout with food stands offering global street foods, coffee & cocktails
Vine and Wheel ($50-$100) Wine, cheese, small plates, locally sourced market, charcuterie boards
Summa ($10-$20) Historic fire station turned restaurant/tap house serving up good vibes, local brews and gourmet comfort food
Avenue 19 ($10-$20) Cocktails and kitchens. Downtowns newest addition to the local Cos culinary & entertainment venues
Zocalo Colorado ($10-$20) authentic and creative fusion Mexican dishes in a fun and inviting atmosphere
503W ($20-$30) Happening bar & kitchen with an extensive craft beer menu & creative, Asian-inspired gastropub eats
For more restaurants within a 3-4 block walking distance to the Hotel, download The-List
Museums:
Olympic and Paralympic Museum – Offers an immersive and universally accessible look into the journey of America’s greatest athletes
Colorado Pioneers Museum – The object collection of over 45,000 items includes decorative arts and furnishings from homes in the Pikes Peak region, fine art from local artists representing the American West and Pikes Peak region, textiles including quilts, coverlets, garments and military uniforms, the largest public collection of Van Briggle Art Pottery, and archaeological collections.
McAllister House Museum – Built by Army Major Henry McAllister, the McAllister House has many original features, including three magnificent marble fireplaces. The beautifully maintained home is owned by the Colonial Dames of America, with friendly and knowledgeable volunteers leading one-hour guided tours.
Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum – Since 1992, The Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame has been dedicated to the preservation of antique and classic motorcycles from the early 1900s through the 1970s.
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College – 15 galleries showcasing world-class special exhibitions alongside our highly regarded Southwest collection and other permanent collection masterworks by household names such as O’Keeffe, Diebenkorn, Kuhn, Sargent and Chihuly to name a few.
Money Museum – Through the discovery of money, America’s largest museum dedicated to numismatics brings culture to life. The museum explores art, history, science and much more to promote the diverse nature of money and related items.
Shopping:
Colorado Co-Op – Women’s boutique offering contemporary apparel, outerwear, shoes & accessories like bags & clutches
Halo Clothing Boutique – locally owned Boutique that offers a diverse range of women’s fashion, from the classics to the latest on trend styles
Terra Verde Boutique – boutique stocking a wide inventory of casualwear, jewelry & accessories in airy digs
Downtown Treasures Marketplace – Antique shop
Urbean – A fair trade collective meant for good. Your purchases empower artisans from around the globe
Eclectic CO – Eclectic CO. curates artists that are local, sustainable, and handmade
Hooked on Books – Bookstore
Redoux Consignment Boutique – consignment shop with a variety of unique home accessories and clothing from furniture and lighting to fur coats and jewelry
Bang Bang – Clothing store
MY Colorado Store – One stop for all your Colorado Souvenirs and gifts
Needlework/Bead Stores in Colorado Springs:
Ruth’s Stitchery – While primarily a quilting shop, Ruth’s has a small section of the store devoted to embroidery and more than 7,000 square feet of colorful store samples of quilting and embroidery projects. The staff wants you to feel as though you are coming into a friend’s house, who just happens to have over 9,000 bolts of fabric for you to see.
Hobby Lobby
Michael’s
Beads & Needs – beadsandneeds.com
White Rabbit Beads – whiterabbitbeads.com
Needlework Stores in Denver:
A Stitching Shop – A retail shop for the last 20 years and over 75,000 items in stock
Diversions – extensive in-store inventory of needlepoint canvases, threads, accessories and more. Our staff consists of experienced stitchers who have been trained to select threads and recommend stitches in order to achieve the perfect effect
Downing Street Needlepoint – the premier needle point store in Denver with over a combined 100 years of experience between our owners and associates
We have lots of fun, games, gifts and surprises in store for you at the Stitch-in, but we are keeping them under wraps! All will be revealed at the Stitch-in! In the meantime, you need to know about some of our other planned activities so that you can come prepared.
FRIDAY
Name tags
Please bring your favorite stitched name tags to wear and proudly display. It will help us all to get acquainted. And one lucky person will be awarded a ribbon for Best of Show.
Trading Post Small’s Exchange
Join us in making a gift and get one in exchange. If you stitch a gift, you will get a gift.
1. Create a 5”x7” or smaller picture, pin cushion, biscornu, needlebook etc.
2. The item must be a stitched needlework – cross stitch, embroidery, punch needlework, hardanger, etc. Any design or theme works – it does not have to be related to the theme of Pikes Peak or Bust.
3. Item must be completed and finished into its intended form.
4. Put it in a gift bag so it remains anonymous.
5. Bring to the Registration table at the Stitch-in.
6. Draw a number on Sunday and pick up your exchange gift.
SATURDAY
Prospectors Exhibit and Non-Member Exhibit Submissions Check In
All That Glitters Is Not Gold Prospectors Exhibit and Non member Exhibit participants are asked to bring their exhibit items for display at 9 am. The exhibits can only be set up for viewing after all items have been received. Thank you for your prompt attendance this morning. Best of Show voting will commence after lunch. The winner will be announced in the evening.
Silent Auction
“There’s Gold in Them There Bags” Come prepared to bid on oodles of needlework goodies. Bid often, bid high, and go home with a bid that is sure to delight! Please bring cash or checks to pay for your winning bids. Credit cards will not be accepted.
Fashion Show and Display
Gold In Our Stitching Fashion Show will be held on Saturday evening. Please bring your needlework clothing, accessories, or jewelry to either model or display. Bring a 3×5 card with your name and description of the item and make it fun.
Pajama Party
Pajama Party – wear your comfy pj’s or lounging clothes on Saturday evening. Make sure attire is G rated. You know, something that Sandy in Grease or Laverne & Shirley would have worn!
SUNDAY
Smalls Exchange participants will draw a number and pickup their exchange gifts.
A special invitation to every
Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-in attendee who is not a
Rocky Mountain Region (RMR) Chapter Member
Are you attending the Pikes Peak or Bust Stitch-In as an out of region EGA member or member at large (MAL) or a non-EGA participant? Participation in the Rocky Mountain Region Prospectors Exhibit is limited to RMR Chapter Members because of the region’s Bylaws. However, we don’t want anyone feeling left out! Any Non Region attendee is invited to exhibit one piece in our companion “Pikes Peak or Bust Non-Member Exhibit”. The theme and all the requirements will be the same except for the number of pieces you may show, one piece as opposed to three and there is a separate entry form. Please contact Vicky Hays at prospectorschair@rmrega.org for the entry form and with any questions.
2025 Prospectors Exhibit Theme and Pikes Peak or Bust Non-Member Exhibit Theme:
“All That Glitters Is Not Gold”
What are the Exhibits all about?
The Prospectors Exhibit is a spectacular display of needle art put on by the Rocky Mountain Region at in-person, region events. Chapter members of RMR are all encouraged to participate in Prospectors which showcases the enormous talents of its many stitchers. For the Non-RMR Member exhibit, we are inviting other attendees to exhibit one piece. Entries for either of the exhibits include only originals and adaptations. The exhibit is not judged but is to encourage those attendees who want to be a bit more creative and try something new and different. The exhibits have a theme, in part, to help inspire the design and to unify the exhibit; however, following the theme is not required. Attendees will be voting on Best of Show at our exhibit.
- Registration begins April 4, 2025.
- Deadline for forms submission: September 10, 2025. See submission information below.
- This must be an original work or adaptation of a work.
EGA defines an original as “an original work is one which, from the beginning, is solely the creative product of the stitcher.” An adaptation is “needlework inspired by or based upon a source other than needlework and modified through significant changes. Source(s) are to be documented.”
- Submissions do not need to follow the theme.
Requirements for Exhibit:
- Completed entry form: Entry-Form
- Completed EGA Appraisal of Fine Arts Form or Waiver: Appraisal of Fine Arts Form or Waiver
- A photo of the work to go with the entry form.
- Each work must be an original or an adaptation as defined above and must have been done with an eyed needle for part of the piece.
- Pieces cannot be commercially available, under contract, published, or taught prior to or during the exhibit.
- Pieces are due at Check-In on October 18 between 9 – 9:30 am.
- Design must have been created within the last 2 years.
Please return the Entry form, Appraisal of Fine Arts Form or Waiver, and photo to:
Vicky Hays
502 Hanna Street
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Email at prospectorschair@rmrega.org
EVENT SCHEDULE AND PROCEDURE
Check In: To receive daily gifts, registrants are asked to check in each day, in person, at the registration desk inside the door of the Aspen Ballroom.
Those staying at the Hilton Garden Inn, Downtown, are requested to check in during the first hour of the Stitch-in on Saturday and Sunday. We will be contacting you should you not check in between 9am and 10am out of concern for your health and safety.
Registrants electing not to stay at the event hotel are asked to contact the event registrar at eventregistrar@rmrega.org should they not be able to check-in. This will allow us to arrange to get daily gifts to the registrant via a designated friend. Daily gifts will not be shipped for any reason.
Dining Hours: During lunch and dinner hours there will be no organized games or activities in the Aspen Ballroom, but it will be open should you wish to stay and stitch. A planning committee member will remain on duty at the registration desk during meal hours.
Friday, Oct. 17
9 am – 2 pm: Rocky Mountain Region Board Meeting
Olympic/Champions Room (2nd floor)
Noon: RMR Board Lunch
Olympic/Champions Room (2nd floor)
2 pm – 10 pm: Stitch-in
Located each day in the Aspen Ballroom (1st floor)
Check in requested upon arrival during Stitch-in hours.
The Registration desk will be open all day.
5 pm – 7 pm: Dinner on your own
7 pm – 10 pm: Stitch-in
Saturday, Oct 18
9 am – Noon: Stitch-in
Noon – 1 pm: Lunch on your own
1 pm – 5 pm: Stitch-in
3:30 pm: Catered mid-afternoon break
5 pm -7 pm: Dinner on your own
7 pm – 10 pm: Stitch-in
Sunday, Oct. 19
9 am – Noon: Stitch-in
Noon – 1 pm: Lunch on your own
1 pm – 4 pm: Stitch-in
Rocky Mountain Region Annual Board Meeting
RMR Board Meetings are open to any EGA member, whether living in the region or not. Join us if you are interested in learning more about the business of the region board. Guests planning on attending should indicate this when registering to ensure adequate seating.
Lunch will be served on Friday at noon. Guests wishing to join the board for lunch must order their lunch and pay $29.00 for it when they register for the Stitch-in online.
RMR Executive Board Meeting – All Executive Board Members or their proxies are asked to attend.
When: Thursday, October 16 – 7 pm.
Where: Olympic/Champions room, Hilton Garden Inn 2nd floor.
RMR Annual Board Meeting – All Region Board Members or their proxies are asked to attend.
When: Friday, October 17 – 9 am – 2 pm.
Lunch will be served at noon.
(If necessary, the Annual Board Meeting will continue after lunch and adjourn at 2 pm).
Where: Olympic/Champions room, Hilton Garden Inn 2nd floor.