Susan Elliott‘s beach-inspired crazy-quilt block is finished. As always, I am awed by her artistry. Look. At. That. Crab! My eyes keep traveling around and around the image, trying to absorb every detail, making new discoveries at each pass. … Read More ...
Embroidery: Not hot
Something I never thought of: embroidered potholders! Karen Barbe created these by stitching heavily with wool. They’re so pretty, they’d make a great addition to your kitchen even if you don’t cook. Go to Karen’s blog post to see more … Read More ...
Bursting with color
Original. Colorful. Simply. Gorgeous. Starburst hoops by Sara of PhDstressrelief. Go to the Feeling Stitchy feature for links and more views.… Read More ...
Artist interview: Haeli Van Veen
Meet needle artist Haeli Van Veen and get a glimpse of her work via the interview and photos on NeedleWork/NeedlePlay. See the post.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Heather B
This exquisite humming bird is just one of the phenomenal embellishments Heather B of Canada added to a block for the Crazy Quilt Journal Project. Go to the blog post for an image you can enlarge for study.… Read More ...
Embroidery Pattern Frida with flowers
Eeeep! A new Frida from Norma of Cara Carmina Atelier. I love love love the dimensional flowers on this piece. See more at Norma’s blog.
Still looking for more patterns? Check these flower embroidery patterns out on Etsy and these … Read More ...
Just as special from the back
This is such a lovely idea! I wish I’d thought of it when I made a ring-bearer pillow for my niece’s wedding a few years ago. Deborah of Woolen Sails has added a verse to the back of the pillow. … Read More ...
Inspiration: Dog-Daisy Chains
I’m always excited to see a glimpse of a fiber artist’s process; doubly so when the artist is one whose work I follow regularly and would love to emulate. So I was thrilled to see the latest blog post by … Read More ...
New-fashioned needlepoint
If you think needlepoint is old-fashioned, check out these chairs by Johan Lindsten. DMC Threads blog suggests that you could get the same effect by attaching a finished canvas to any wide-backed chair. See more at the DMC post.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Susan S
I’m crazy about the colors of this block created by Susan S of Wisconsin for the Crazy Quilt Journal Project. The block has many gorgeous touches, but if I had to pick a favorite, it would be the long-stemmed … Read More ...
I can has ears, please?
Victoria Crowder Payne is stitching this needlepainted kitteh as a donation for a Humane Society fundraiser. You can watch her in action–she’s stitching in public around the Kansas City area. Go to her blog to get details.… Read More ...
Can’t wait to get home!
Although cross-stitch is no longer part of my beat, I just have to share this work by Lisa Leggett of A Cuppa Tea with Me. If you’re female, the image probably brought a smile of agreement to your lips. But … Read More ...
You’ve stitched it. Now what?
What can you do with all the designs of inspirational words that Hudson’s Holidays has been sharing? Here’s one idea: A bowlful of fragrant little pillows. Or why not add ribbons and turn them into Christmas ornaments? Go to Shirley … Read More ...
Upcycle with applique
Amy Munson of In the Fold spiffs up some boy shorts and a plain t-shirt with pretty applique and machine sketching. Now any little princess would be proud to wear them. Go to her blog post to find out how … Read More ...
Make a stitching kit for a young one
Curly Birds shares an idea for making your little one a sewing or embroidery kit of his or her very own. This isn’t so much a tutorial as a suggestion, but the inspiration is irresistible. Go to the blog post… Read More ...