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How to Price Machine Embroidery Work

January 24, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Do you do professional machine embroidery?  Are you sure you are setting the right price for your work?  It is not always easy setting prices.  Luckily, this helpful article from Crafty Life Mom can help.

Full of a number of … Read More ...

Announcing the Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Stitch Bank

September 25, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

 

Major initiative announced from the Royal School of Needlework:

Excerpt from their press release dated 9/24/2021:

The Royal School of Needlework launches RSN Stitch Bank today by revealing the first 150 stitches to kick off celebrations of the charity’s 150th … Read More ...

Monster Party Mini Cushion Cross Stitch Kit

June 6, 2015 by Vikram Goyal Leave a Comment

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Get the party started with this Monster themed mini cushion cross-stitch kit which includes all that you need to invite Dracula, Frankenstein’s monster, a werewolf and a mummy!

This is such a cool kit (but sadly, not free).

Get it … Read More ...

10 Movie and TV Inspired Embroidery Patterns from Etsy

April 2, 2014 by Kym Terranova Leave a Comment

10 embroidery patterns inspired by movies and tv

Embroidery is an art that has been around for centuries, and it’s no surprise that it’s making a comeback as a popular hobby. What’s even more interesting is the incorporation of popular movies and TV shows into the embroidery world. … Read More ...

Sale at The Stitch and Thimble

August 30, 2013 by Connie Barwick Leave a Comment

SpringcleaningSaleBanner_KellyFletcherKelly Fletcher is having a “spring cleaning” sale over at The Stitch and Thimble and she wanted me to be sure to let everyone know! The sale runs from September 1, 2013 to September 15, 2013 so head over to … Read More ...

Yoyen: New source of silk-ribbon embroidery kits

June 4, 2013 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

I got this note from a new producer of silk-ribbon-embroidery kits:

Yoyen Designs is a start-up small family business that specializes in offering handmade gifts and products. It is all about art and handmade creations! These embroidery kits are great

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Di van Niekerk: Sale!

March 25, 2013 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

 If you’re into ribbon embroidery, then you’re going to love this announcement from Di van Niekerk:

There’s a super new Bonus for you this month! For every order that you place over R950.00 (just over 100 US Dollars) you

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Make your pet some ears

March 6, 2013 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Eeeep! Easter is just around the corner. Your pet needs a pair of precious bunny ears! You can make this set from an Abigail Michelle machine-embroidery design at SWAKembroidery.com. The ears are available in six sizes and 11 formats — … Read More ...

New embroidery design sets from Kelly Fletcher

February 23, 2013 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

FULLBLOOMS_DIGIPATTERNCOVER_KELLYFLETCHERCheck out the new embroidery design sets from Kelly Fletcher. Each of the five sets includes multiple coordinated images that you can combine any way you want. Imagine a row across the hem of a pillowcase. Or a cluster … Read More ...

Inspiration: Jess Quinn

February 5, 2013 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

molly7Jess Quinn‘s soft dolls and critters are as practical and huggable as they are collectible. This doll’s little fox handbag almost gives me tears of joy. See more at her blog post. Lots more! She’s already been incredibly … Read More ...

The anti-valentine

February 5, 2013 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

voodooIf you’ve been looking for the perfect anti-valentine gift, I’ve found it for you: Valentine Voodoo Dolls from Junker Jane. Go to her blog post to find out more.… Read More ...

Janet gets the jump on January sales

December 29, 2012 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

Janet Granger has already started her January sale of miniature stitchery kits! This is the perfect time to stock up. Her e-newsletter says,

Everything on my doll’s house needlepoint kit website is in the January Sale – from needlepoint kits

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Pretty pink stitching from JMD

December 3, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Check out this new project from Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs! Janet says,

A must for ever person that sews; either for themselves or to give as a gift. The tote bag is lined and the front has

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Make a lacy holly garland

December 3, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Kimberly of Baroque Embellishments created this lacy, sparkly little holly garland by working needlelace over wire with silk thread. She calls the style “Elizabethan Bling.” Perfect! Would you like to have a little of this holiday sparkle for your table? … Read More ...

Quick! Catch the UT sale!

December 1, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Check this announcement from the Urban Threads e-newsletter and take advantage of this great sale:

There’s a storewide sale happening right now — 50% off single designs, 30% off packs — and it only lasts through Sunday, Dec. 2, so

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