Paper artist Donna Downey has created the most beautiful apron ever. Seriously. I can sneak it into my blog because it incorporates some magical embroidery and poetry-applique. But it’s so much more than that — a translation of Donna’s … Read More ...

Ooooooooooo. It’s possible to make yo-yos from newspaper. Think of the artistic (and fun) possibilities! Find out how from Zakka Life.… Read More ...

This needlework tidbit is so delicious, I almost want to eat it. Annica of Fabulous Threads whipped up a needlefelted confection in luscious colors, frosted it machine stitching, and topped it off with French knot sprinkles. See more on Annica’s … Read More ...

Connie G. Barwick, cross-stitch editor at About.com designed this sweet sampler and is sharing it with her readers. She says,

The…pattern uses a good number of specialty stitches. It will be a fun project for learning some new stitches if

Stitchers are hot, and we know it! So what could be a more perfect carryall for your embroidery projects and supplies than one of these tote bags. Doe-c-doe is giving away these two bags plus two others that are just … Read More ...

Australian needlework publisher Country Bumpkin is having a huge clearance sale with up to 50% off books, 35% off magazines, 40% off patterns, and 60% off fabrics. Find out more.… Read More ...

Stitch up this sweet ducky for a wee one in your life. The design is by Maria Kelly, and the chart is free from The Chart Shop. Get the chart.… Read More ...

Di van Niekerk is celebrating the 21st birthday of Crafts Unlimited with lots of goodies for her customers. In addition to a 21%-off sale on the company’s best-selling designs, Di is offering this beautiful Memories design with every order. Find … Read More ...

Check out this excellent news from Karline of Urban Threads:

Urban Threads is giving away a bunch of crafty goodies in honor of our first birthday! To celebrate the awesome community of stitchers who are helping this collection of

A new post on Needlework Tips & Techniques explains embroidery floss basics: how many strands to use, how to separate strands, how to begin, how to fasten off, and how to keep flosses organized. Beginners, in particular, will want to … Read More ...

Stop by Tangarang blog to download this adorable free hand-embroidery pattern.… Read More ...

Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread shows us how taking the extra step to whip backstitch elevates the stitch from clean and cute to formal and elegant. Get the lowdown from Mary’s blog.… Read More ...