The pattern for this appliqued and embroidered softie is free from Wee Wonderfuls. Get the download.
Many thanks to Teresa of My Patchwork for the heads-up. Check out what Teresa did with the pattern.… Read More ...
A CQ book from Shawkl
Kathy Shaw (Shawkl) gives us a preview of her new book, Embellishing Crazy Quilts. The book will be available soon from her studio site, and she’ll even autograph a copy for you. Get the details from Kathy’s blog … Read More ...
Watch those lungs!
The lung appliques on this shirt change color in the presence of carbon monoxide. Brilliant! Designers Nien Lam and Sue Ngo don’t reveal the secret that makes the applique work, but they do let us see their shirts in action … Read More ...
Learn about Brazilian embroidery
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread takes a look at Brazilian embroidery, illustrating her article with images of the gorgeous work of expert Loretta Holzberger. Mary’s post includes links to sources of specialized supplies for this form of dimensional … Read More ...
New issue of CQ Mag
The January 2011 issue of CQ Mag Online is available now! It includes an article by Allie Aller about new tools for crazy quilters, a free design from Sara Zander, links to dozens of articles and tutes about flowers, and … Read More ...
Tutorial: Double-knot stitch
Kim of bigB shows us how to do double-knot stitch. See the tute.… Read More ...
New from Kreinik: Hot-Wire
Kreinik Thread has come out with a new product: Hot-Wire. The Kreinik blog says,
… Read More ...At the TNNA show, one common question was “How does this differ from DMC’s Memory Thread?” To be honest, we haven’t used Memory Thread so
Stitch your bike seat
iHannah adds warmth and style to her bike seat with crewel embroidery. See more photos on her blog post.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Fly-stitch leaf
Kathy Shaw of Shawkl shows us how to create a fly-stitch leaf. See the tute.… Read More ...
Great idea: Steampunk crazy quilting
Cathy K of Crazy by Design lets us look over her shoulder as she contributes to a steampunk round-robin crazy-quilt block. I love the combo of hardware and black lace. Go look at the close-up photos while I raid my … Read More ...
Stitch a locket
Mollie Johanson of Wild Olive creates a sweet little surprise by mounting a bitty stitchery in a locket. Find out how she did it from her blog post.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Handmade felt backgrounds for embroidery
I am loving Jane LaFazio‘s freeform embroidery on handmade felt. And I’m thrilled that she’s sharing her technique for creating felted backgrounds. See the tute on her Janeville blog post.… Read More ...
Year of the Rabbit designs from Anja Rieger
In honor of the Year of the Rabbit, Anja Rieger Designs is publishing these adorable bunny motifs. They will be available Wednesday (January 26) in machine- and hand-embroidery formats from Anja’s online shop.… Read More ...
Great tools for stitchers
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread has has been talking about tools that make a needleworker’s life easier and more comfortable. Enjoy these recent posts:
Open thimbles
Embroidery scissors with curved blades
Goldwork scissors
Goldwork thread tray (and how to … Read More ...
Valentine charts from Stofnest
Ria of Stofnest has some precious cross-stitch charts ready for Valentine’s Day needlework. The charts for all nine Loving Hearts samplers are included in the download for just 5 Euro. Go to the blog post for the link.… Read More ...