Needleprint blog is sharing a pattern suitable for darning or cross-stitch, which is based on a design from an antique Norwich Pattern Book on exhibit at the Long Gallery at the Archive Centre in Martineau Lane, Norwich. Read the fascinating … Read More ...
Mollie enters the machine age
Prepare to happy-dance in your computer chair. Some of the adorable designs of Mollie Johanson (Wild Olive) are now available in machine-embroidery formats. Mollie teamed up with Debbie of Too Cute Embroidery for this venture. Read more about … Read More ...
Get 15 years of Threads magazine
Threads magazine is publishing 15 years’ back issues on a single CD! And the new media will be available just in time for winter gift-giving. Threads contributor April M. Mohr says,
… Read More ...I’m mind boggled by the fact that 146
Tutorial: Appliqued partridge ornament
Kim of Retro Mama blog shares her pattern and tutorial for this cheerful partridge Christmas ornament. Beautiful fabrics + simple applique techniques make a keepsake-worthy decoration. See the tute.
Many thanks to craftapalooza of whip up for pointing out … Read More ...
More Anne Orr needlepoint from Janet Perry
Remember, Janet Perry is sharing recharted vintage Anne Orr needlepoint patterns. Here are two recent examples. Janet’s suggestion for the maple leaf:
… Read More ...Want to try your hand at beading on canvas? Stitch the veins in a dark brown first. Then
Inspiration: Bugs and Fishes
Laura of Bugs and Fishes by Lupin is crafting up some Christmas ornaments that are beautifully simple and effective, relying on bright colors and the texture of appliqued felt to invoke the seasonal spirit. I especially love these Christmas puddings. … Read More ...
Inspiration: Erratic Needle
These beautiful blackwork brooches are the work of marjo of Erratic Needle. See her blog.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Mounting needlework
Gretchen of June at Noon shows us how to mount a piece of needlework by lacing it over a base. Lots of great photos and explanation! See the tute.… Read More ...
Free pattern: Tatted tooth brush earrings
Sally Kerson of Tat’s Heaven is sharing her original pattern for these Tooth Brush Earrings. I’m not telling you why they’re called that. Go to the blog post to find out and see the pattern.… Read More ...
Needlepoint book for beginners from Janet Perry
Here’s some excellent news from Janet Perry:
… Read More ...One of the harder things I’ve done in needlepoint is advance from doing Tent Stitch to feeling confident in making different stitches, using different threads, and trying new color combinations.
That’s why
Two handy charts for stitchers
Mary Tafoya points us to a printable rhinestone size chart available at Dreamtime Creations. See the chart.
And Chilly Hollow Needlepoint Adventure lists the sizes of beads that typically work best with different needlepoint canvases. See the list… Read More ...
See the new issue of CQMagOnline
The October issue of CQMagOnline is live! Remember, this amazing e-zine is free! Expect all the usual creative, educational content. Plus: Get a look at the 2010 ArtBra Calendar. Go to the zine.… Read More ...
Great idea: Bead-embroidery sampler
Amy of In the Fold blog created a bead-embroidery sampler by using jelly-roll strips to make a raw-edge fan quilt block. Simple and smart. And don’t the beaded seam treatments look lovely on this background! See more on Amy’s blog … Read More ...
Free charts: A little more cross-stitch
Free hand-embroidery patterns
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More ...