Art, patterns and techniques
Manya of kézzel és lélekkel created these nostalgic pendants–silk-ribbon embroidery on a silk dupioni ground. Exquisite. See more views at her blog post.
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Eep! Christmas means…kitties with laser-beam eyes! Lisa Riddle stitched them. See her Etsy shop.
And thanks a million to Lish Dorset of Craftzine.com for spotting these little winners.
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Susan Lenz has created another assemblage incorporating her gorgeous embroidery-wrapped vintage spools. This time, the setting is a sweet cradle. She says,
… Read More ...The work is done … but I still haven’t landed on the perfect title. To me, each spool
Jenny of Stumbles & Stitches used burlap from recycled coffee bags as the background for a set of little Christmas canvases. A little piecing, a little felt and happy fabrics, a few beads–and she has a gift-worthy work that the … Read More ...
This vivid crazy-quilt block by SharonB shows off cast-on stitch at its best in the variegated flowers on the vine at the upper right. To see more of Sharon’s beautiful work, go to her Pin Tangle blog.… Read More ...
John Hopper has posted a fascinating article on The Textile Blog about Ann Macbeth’s early 20th century efforts to use embroidery education to empower women. He says in part,
… Read More ...During her teaching period embroidery was still considered a potentially profitable
The front of Ruth O’Leary‘s most recent St. Cuthbert’s Banner has come together at last. I know there’s more work to be done, but it is spectacular already. Browse back through her blog to enjoy the whole process. Or … Read More ...
Sometimes, I just go over to MimiLove‘s blog and hang out. Looking at her stuff always makes me happy. Mimi’s canvases combine painting, embroidery, and humor in an utterly unique and fascinating way. Go to her blog and treat … Read More ...
This faux taxidermy cracks me up. That’s all. It’s by Bree of Anatomically Incorrect Creatures. Go to her blog post.… Read More ...
This sweet little beaded heart, created by Yesteryear Embroideries, is actually a pocket for delivering a small gift. I think it would be perfect to hang on the Christmas tree each year with a small surprise inside. And I … Read More ...
Racaire of Racaire’s Embroidery & Needlework has done a couple of gorgeous needlebooks lately using Klosterstitch. See more at her posts Queen and We Have Dragons. Browse her blog for more information about Klosterstitch.… Read More ...
Why did schinders stitch this child in a sock monkey costume? Because he’s a real kid, and that was his real Halloween costume, and this is a portrait pillow. I said: portrait pillow. She takes commissions. Just sayin… Go to … Read More ...
OMG! This little hoop by the Cotton Floozy made me snort laugh. If you don’t get it, you definitely need to rent and watch A Christmas Story. Go to Cotton Floozy’s blog.
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There is so much to see on grrl + dog‘s most recent post. She gives us a peek at some of her handmade ornaments, which–true to form–are unique, beautiful, and unexpected. She tells the story of how her tiny … Read More ...
Elsa Mora needed a tiny girl and even tinier bunny for this beautiful little brooch. Find out how she made them.… Read More ...