The Gentle Art website has launched there new line called “Simply Wool”

Their line right now consist of seven colors: Dried Thyme, Cranberry, Maple Syrup, Copper, Brandy, Black Raspberry Jam, Dungarees. They are sold in 10yd skeins, cut in … Read More ...

Stitch A Painting has released its new pattern designs for september.

The patterns average around $4 each and are sent out to you via e-mail which means you can start stitching straight away.

Sweet solitude has to be my favorite. … Read More ...

A new book, Needlepoint Trade Secrets, uncovers the tips and tricks of needlework. Drawing on her 35 years of doing needlepoint and her experience as a designer and teacher, Janet M. Perry has written a book which is useful for … Read More ...

Hello Everyone,

My name is Kasey and I am your new needlework editor !!

You can read my BIO at the meet the editors page.

I have not uploaded my photo as yet as I am still trying to … Read More ...

Can I clean an antique sampler?

There is not a great deal you can do to mend or fix the appearance of a sampler once it has become stained and precious samplers should be restored by a professional.

Remove the … Read More ...

2007 Celebration of Needlework Louisville, Kentucky held September 12 – 16

Check the schedule of classes as it’s posted for more details.

Pamper your creative self for 3 days surrounded by needleworkers

Shop the merchandise mall filled with quality vendors … Read More ...

New Ideas in Goldwork by Tracy A. Franklin
ISBN 0-7134-8780-1

This book Lists different types of metal threads, their uses in both traditional gold work design and contemporary designs. Some beautiful pieces are colorfully displayed to inspire your creative talent.  … Read More ...

The 3rd “In search in Origins” International Symposium “Wool and Culture, 1500-1900” will be held at Historic Deerfield, Massachusetts on 13-16 September 2007.

The speakers will include RSN Archivist, Dr Lynn Hulse who will give a lecture on the crewelwork … Read More ...

Let’s start the month off with a Free mini August Cross-stitch sampler

from Connie G. Thomas over at Cross-stitch @ About.com

Don’t limit yourself to just Augusts freebie check out the full list here

Design © 2006 Connie G. Thomas, … Read More ...

August 11

Beverly, MA
“Wrought by Her Hand” – New England Samplers 1734-1884
Sponsored by the Beverly Historical Society & Museum at the John Cabot House, 117 Cabot St., Beverly, MA 01915. Featuring antique 18th and 19th century samplers from … Read More ...

Pink Ribbons are popular with anyone involved in Breast Cancer Awareness, and I came across this pattern while seeking out some brooch ideas for our local support group.

Lenore English has published this pattern on her website making it free … Read More ...

Embroidables have released their latest designs

for machine embroidery with a very cute birthday collection and diva animals.… Read More ...

Glen Harris is an embroidery digitizer for Outback Embroidery and is offering his designs at 30% off until August the 5th at the Secrets of Embroidery website. If 30% off is still not quite in your budget then check out … Read More ...