While looking online for a little help, I came across this site filled with “how to” stitches for Hardanger by Over the moon designs
Over the moon also have a handful of their own designs available for purchase including the … Read More ...

 Elian McCready’s needlework designs are amazingly realistic with depth that reaches out and grabs you . Elian’s designs are detailed right down to the shading of every line. Her book “Elian McCready’s Needlepoint” 2005 is filled with 19 designs to … Read More ...

The Gentle Art website has launched there new line called “Simply Wool”

Their line right now consist of seven colors: Dried Thyme, Cranberry, Maple Syrup, Copper, Brandy, Black Raspberry Jam, Dungarees. They are sold in 10yd skeins, cut in … Read More ...

Stitch A Painting has released its new pattern designs for september.

The patterns average around $4 each and are sent out to you via e-mail which means you can start stitching straight away.

Sweet solitude has to be my favorite. … Read More ...

A new book, Needlepoint Trade Secrets, uncovers the tips and tricks of needlework. Drawing on her 35 years of doing needlepoint and her experience as a designer and teacher, Janet M. Perry has written a book which is useful for … Read More ...

Hello Everyone,

My name is Kasey and I am your new needlework editor !!

You can read my BIO at the meet the editors page.

I have not uploaded my photo as yet as I am still trying to … Read More ...

I accidentally came across this online magazine tonight and wanted to share it with all of you…I personally after downloading the first issue, think it is an amazing magazine, and it is FREE!  Below is a quoted description of the … Read More ...

Jane Greenoff has a NEW Cross Stitcher’s Bible book due out November 7, 2007.  The first version was released in February 2003.  Below is a quoted description of the new book from Amazon.com:

“Features more pages, all new project designs … Read More ...

History of samplers and embroidery stitches used long ago have always been an interest to any needleworker.  A Maryland Sampling: Girlhood Embroidery, 1738 – 1860 by Gloria Seaman Allen should definitely be of interest.  It is scheduled for release October … Read More ...

I received my latest newsletter from The Silver Needle and wanted to share the newest Just Nan exclusive design for The Silver Needle. It’s called Christmas Workshop! This is a really cool pyramid-shaped sewing box; it’s decorated with Santa’s elves … Read More ...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and this post is a little early, however, there is a great kit that will be available late September through Elegant Stitch.  It is called “With All Your Heart” by Blue Ribbon Designs, … Read More ...

This is an excellent, just released book for embroidery fun!  Below is a quoted description from Amazon.com;

“Asian-inspired lampshades embellished with flying fish. Canvas sneakers decorated with pink and white swirls. A pretty pillow adorned with a sleeping bunny, sweetly … Read More ...

I received an e-mail that I thought I would share with all of you.  The September Cross Stitch Expo is taking place September 3rd through September 16th, 2007. There are 21 designers represented with an extensive variety of patterns and … Read More ...

Hello,

I am excited to get started as the CraftGossip Needlework editor.  I looked up the definition of needlework and this is what I found;

Noun; 1. a creation created or assembled by needle and thread, 2. work (such as … Read More ...

It’s only August, but if you want to do some embroidery for Christmas, you’d better start now. Time flies, and suddenly it’s November, and we have other things in mind. It’s wise to start embroidered gifts – or even for … Read More ...