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 ...
Freebie: Freestyle Bunny
It’s bunny time! If you are like me, you haven’t even begun your Easter and spring stitching. ACK! We better get on it! Adventures in Thread is such a doll for helping us out with our stitching. She posted this … Read More ...
RAWWWRRR!
Do you have a little one that can not get enough dinosaurs? Wild Olive’s Demure Dino would be perfect for a child’s room or piece of clothing. Stitch it up with her other freebies and create a sampler. It is … Read More ...
Busy as a Bee Stumpwork
I am intrigued by Stumpwork. I really need to try my hand at it. It looks so complicate. The rich texture produced by this type of embroidery raises the piece to another level. BananaAmbush at Craftster.org claims that she is … Read More ...
Keeping it Organized
I had originally decided to blog about Kimberly Quimet’s new Easter patterns and then I saw the picture…The organizer would make my stitching easier. I shouted, “Brilliant!” Sure, it scared the dogs a bit. but what I am about … Read More ...
It’s 5:00 Somewhere
Tic toc, tic toc goes the clock. It has to be close to 5:00…quitting time! Passing the hours away doesn’t have be so humdrum with this hoopla clock. This fun pattern is offered up courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens… Read More ...
Rick Rack Embroidery
You know when you see something so clever that you just think to yourself, “Why didn’t I think of that?” I’m having one of those moments. So September stitched up these charming hoops using various stitches and rick rack. Not … Read More ...
Inspiration: Linda Behar
When I first encountered Linda Behar’s work I didn’t think anything of it. I thought it was just a really great photograph of a salt marsh…and then, I looked a little closer…it wasn’t a photograph, it was STICHED! The water, … Read More ...
Embroidered Initial Pendant
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I remember growing up in the 80’s and feeling so fancy by owning a monogram sweater. I wore that sweater out! It looks like the monogram is making a comeback. Everywhere I turn, I see monograms and initials. I love … Read More ...
Sublime Stitching Sale!
EEEPPPP! I’m so excited! Sublime Stitching is having a HALF OFF SALE on all patterns! All of those patterns that you have been dying to get but didn’t have the mad cash for them, well now you can! The sale … Read More ...
A Common Thread
I really do think that all people who do needlework share a common thread. Whether we design our own art, or follow a pattern, love modern images or vintage classics, we are connected by the love to create. Susan at… Read More ...
Free Pattern: Bunny Ballerinas
Just in time for spring The Awkward Niche has created this adorable Bunny Ballerina embroidery pattern. The pink tutu is killing me! So stinking cute! I’m pretty sure everyone should celebrate the beginning of spring with dancing bunnies in tutus. … Read More ...
Freebie: Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I hope you are wearing green, otherwise it is a pinch for you! How about a free pattern instead of a pinch. I think that is a much better deal. The Pink Samurai posted these darling … Read More ...
Tutorial: Embroidered Notebooks
Meredith Crawford of One Sheepish Girl shares her tutorial for an embroidered notebook On Mollie Makes Tuesday Tutorial. The step-by-step instructions, along with pictures, make this project easy enough for the beginning stitcher. This would be a great rainy day … Read More ...
Everyday Life
I have fallen in love with Michelle Kingdom‘s beautiful stitching. Each piece is rich with color and texture. They remind me of the murals made in the 1940’s for the WPA program. She captures every day life with … Read More ...