Imagine one of Ruth Rae‘s incredible poetry scarves draped gently around your neck. Now there’s a bit of heaven. Ruth says, “I have been making these poetry scarves for almost a year, but they are just so hard to … Read More ...
New freebies via le blog friendstitch
Every day I discover new online stitchery resources thanks to the wonderful sharing of le blog friendstitch. Incredible resource. Here are just two of the lovely patterns she’s pointing to today. The sweet angel fish is courtesy PLAISIRS d’AIGUILLE … Read More ...
Free chart: Corazon
The chart for this exquisite cross-stitch heart is free for your personal use from Maria del Valle of AlarTTex blog. Fabulous. Get the chart.… Read More ...
Ramzi recharts and shares old cross-stitch
Ramzi, a collector of old cross-stitch patterns, is recharting his finds and publishing them on his blog. He has invited readers to join him in charting and sharing vintage and antique patterns. Recently, for example, Sandra Rose has contributed … Read More ...
Free pattern: Rosy Little Pincushion
Here’s the latest Stitchers Angel project — Rosy Little Pincushion by Tracy of Plumcute Designs. Go get it!… Read More ...
Stitching “Challenge for a Good Cause”
The fall stitching challenge over on Craftster focuses on two causes: Breast Cancer Awareness and Domestic Violence Awareness. Moderator kittykill says, “To honor both causes stitch up your favorite quote, your favorite role model or even a few cuss words … Read More ...
More freebies from Happy Threads
Happy Threads is rockin my world with adorable freebies. Get these! (And please remember that Happy Threads charts are for personal use only.)… Read More ...
Inspiration: Bugs and Fishes
Laura of Bugs and Fishes by Lupin creates drama and style with a bit of felt and a touch of embroidery. These headbands, for example, are simple and simply beautiful. See more of her designs.… Read More ...
Free chart: Anne Orr brocade
Janet Perry‘s latest Anne Orr rechart is “A Brocade Effect.” Gorgeous. Read the details and get the chart.… Read More ...
Book review: Freestyle Machine Embroidery
You’ve probably heard of Carol Shinn and seen her work around the Internet. You may even have been lucky enough to learn from Carol through one of her many workshops. If not, here’s your chance to be tutored by her.… Read More ...
Learn about Kantha
Arlee of Albedo Design Journal offers a brief primer on Kantha embroidery. See the post.… Read More ...
Free pattern: Tatted Feeties
Heather (The Tarnished Tatter) shares her pattern for adorable Tatted Feeties. Go get it.… Read More ...
Free pattern: Baker and French maid
This week’s vintage embroidery freebie from doe-c-doe is sweetly domestic. Get the pattern.… Read More ...
Swarovski Prize winner is announced
Hand and Lock Embroidery announces that this year’s winner of the Swarovski Prize is Claire Goodwin from Nottingham Trent University. Find out more from the Hand and Lock blog.… Read More ...
New patterns and giveaway from MrXStitch
Whoa! MrXStitch is offering a whole new range of patterns from artists such as Beefranck, Kittyzilla, Krupp, and the inimitable MrXStitch himself. And he’s celebrating by giving away five patterns of the winner’s choice! Go to his … Read More ...