I’m so happy to see bids coming in already for the Needlework blog’s Helping Japan auctions! The deadline is not until 11:59 p.m. (Central USA time), April 7, so you still have time to participate. Here are the Needlework listings:… Read More ...
Helping Japan Auction: Blue Crystal Twin Micro Quilts
The winner has been announced.
Have you heard about the Helping Japan auctions that are going on all over Craft Gossip right now? If not, read our announcement and then go to the Helping Japan section that lists all of … Read More ...
Helping Japan Auction: Red Buddha Micro Quilt
The winner has been announced.
Have you heard about the Helping Japan auctions that are going on all over Craft Gossip right now? If not, read our announcement and then go to the Helping Japan section that lists all of … Read More ...
Helping Japan Auction: Micro quilt trio
The winner has been announced.
Have you heard about the Helping Japan auctions that are going on all over Craft Gossip right now? If not, read our announcement and then go to the Helping Japan section that lists all of … Read More ...
Free cross-stitch charts
Free cross-stitch charts
(1) Cigognes from les loisirs abbygaelle
(2) Une nouvelle vache from Le blog de 7 à la maison
(3) Roses from luli
(4) Póg mo thóin Subversive ATC from Kincavel Krosses
(5) Instrument de Musique: Un violon from Le blog … Read More ...
Free cross-stitch charts
There’s something so satisfying about creating something beautiful with your own two hands. If you’re looking for a new crafting project to try, why not give cross-stitching a go? These patterns are perfect for making bookmarks – and they’re a … Read More ...
Free patterns and charts: Easter
Free patterns: Hand-embroidery
This cross-stitch roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each Cross stitch pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.
Please note that these patterns were free … Read More ...
Free cross-stitch charts
Gone again
I’m out of town again — on vacation, this time. I’ll be away from e-mail March 25-31, but I’ve scheduled some posts to keep you stitching while I’m gone. See you next week!… Read More ...
Tutorial: Tatted barefoot sandals
TotusMel has posted a tutorial for her signature tatted barefoot sandals on Instructables. See the tute.… Read More ...
Tatting tute: Estimating thread
Jon Yusoff of Tat-a-Renda explains how to estimate the amount of thread needed for a project. See her post.… Read More ...
Embroider some inchies
iHanna‘s embroidered inchies are making my fingers itch to stitch. I can think of dozens of applications for these little pretties, from applique to jewelry to greeting-card embellishments. See more on her post.… Read More ...
Getting started with stumpwork and ribbon embroidery
Elizabeth Braun of Sew in Love has posted an excellent intro to stumpwork and ribbon embroidery, including links to sources of materials. Check it out.
Looking for books on Stumpwork Embroidery? Then check out these craft books.
Not … Read More ...