Art, patterns and techniques
Before we zoom ahead with 2012 crafting, take a look at CraftGossip’s 10 most-popular needlework posts for 2011:
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
(10) Free cross-stitch charts (3/25/11)
(9) Free cross-stitch charts (3/30/11)
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Kimberly of Baroque Embellishments shows us how to do an antique-style rolled hem on linen fabric that incorporates a drawn-thread detail. Beautiful! See her tute.… Read More ...
The Lone Beader gives us a little insight into her process by describing the general steps she followed to create this awesome husky brooch. See her blog post.… Read More ...
You could win some especially appetizing crewel kits from Mary Corbet‘s Needle ‘n’ Thread blog. Go to Mary’s post to enter before January 9.… Read More ...
Amy Sheridan (Supervelma) is committing Kanye West’s tweets to stitch. Read all about it on Crafty Crafty. (I’m still laughing.)… Read More ...
I’m always excited by news that we’ve lured someone new into our stitchy world. So it gave me joy to get a note from Salma of Beautifully Sewn, sharing her first “serious” embroidery project. When she saw our post… Read More ...
Mary Corbet‘s 12 Days of Christmas giveaways continue. The latest: two stunning collections of Japanese flat silk threads. Go to her Needle ‘n’ Thread blog post to enter before January 9.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these … Read More ...
Wow! Check out this giveaway at Mary Corbet‘s Needle ‘n’ Thread blog. Two readers will win a stash of goldwork threads from Berlin Embroidery Designs. I’m sure you know that these precious-metal threads are pricey. Winning a … Read More ...
Carmi of Carmi’s Art/Life World says she was inspired by Alma Stoller’s fiber beadwork to create this fabulous necklace of felt, ribbons, sequins, and beads. See more views at her blog post.… Read More ...
Rachel of Cornflower Blue already has the jump on Valentine’s Day with her sweet embroidered love notes. So clever! See more at her blog post.
Ed. note: Rachel did not ask or compensate me to tell you about her … Read More ...
An easy-peasy pair of mittens, grinning with delight at the chance to adorn your tree. Go to Mollie Johanson‘s Wild Olive post to learn how to make them.… Read More ...
Stitch Therapy shares stunning photos of her first-term textile-course project. She says,
… Read More ...A theme of ‘identity revealed through destruction’ emerged and I discovered the beauty of decay. I really enjoyed the psychological process of revealing hidden layers and the wonky-happy
Jane LaFazio of JaneVille is working up improvisational little squares for a class she’ll be teaching in March. They’re all eye candy. I especially love this one, where she has captured a key under a layer of organza. To see … Read More ...
Oooooooooo, pretty! Appliqued and embroidered zippered pouches by Rachel of Roxy Creations. Go to her blog.… Read More ...
Somehow I missed posting about this adorable ornament by Mollie Johanson of Wild Olive. Like her other handmade ornaments this year, it’s quick and easy. And this one is the perfect opportunity to dip your toe into crewelwork (embroidery … Read More ...