Art, patterns and techniques
Looking for that special Christmas Card but can’t find the perfect one?
then how about having a few late nights or early morning’s and whipping up a few
of these. (it’s not too late)
Stitched Christmas Cards Tutorial from Cottonspice.com… Read More ...
Lanarte have released their 2008 cross-stitch catalogue, to pick one up check out the dealers listing of their website.
The catalogue, printed in full colour, contains 52 pages full of beautiful pictures. Designs are clearly subdivided in themes, so searching … Read More ...
Marjolein Bastin is a well known illustrator with a gift shop dedicated to her in the Netherlands which was opened in 2001 by her daughter Sanna.
Marjoleins work appears all over the globe with Lanarte turning her illustrations into beautiful … Read More ...
Wimble Bee’s slogan is “For people who love needlecraft” and apart from their fun website design they have some great kits at great prices. It’s quite a one stop shop for needlework including kits, fabric, threads and charms and … Read More ...
Hello Cowgirl, need a new belt buckle? then how about a needlework buckle kit.
They are around $70 for each kit, making them quite expensive if you just want to play, but they really are beautiful and a great … Read More ...
There’s something about Christmas stitching that feels extra special. Maybe it’s the nostalgia of pulling out red and green threads, or the quiet moments spent stitching by lamplight while the house buzzes with holiday prep. Whatever it is, Christmas embroidery … Read More ...
Dancing Violet Needlework Designs have created these fun cross stitch themed shirts.
You can purchase these designs via Cafepress.com and you can have the designs placed onto other items too, such as mug’s mouse pads and much more. I would … Read More ...
Joanne Hubble from the Cat’s whiskers design studio and Jo mason from Dinky dyes threads have teamed together to bring you this holiday collection. perfect for special gifts , stocking fillers or family keepsakes.
For a list of stockists check … Read More ...
Cindy Valentine has organized a new retreat in New Orleans here is their press release about the event.
THE FACTS
WHAT: This will be more of a “retreat” format and less of a formal workshop, however there will be
classes … Read More ...
Abbie in Stitches is written by Cynthia Cotten and illustrated by Beth Peck. RRP $12.50 ISBN 0374300046
This story was brought to my attention by a loving grandma (Joyce) who purchased this book for her young grand-daughter. The basic story … Read More ...
Thanks to Craftbits.com Craft Competitions and Photojewelrymaking.com you have the chance to win This traditional gift set which includes the most versatile and popular scissors and shears in the World Famous Gingher line – the 4 inch Classic Embroidery Scissors … Read More ...
Are you a tatting fan? But can’t find anyone to share your enthusiasm for this wonderful craft?
then Etatters.com might be for you. Join the forum to share patterns and advice and you can even participate in a E-tatters tatting … Read More ...
While looking online for a little help, I came across this site filled with “how to” stitches for Hardanger by Over the moon designs
Over the moon also have a handful of their own designs available for purchase including the … Read More ...
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 ...