Art, patterns and techniques
Threads is touting the use of Fiber Etch to simplify the process of creating cutwork embroidery. A Threads blog post says,
… Read More ...Using synthetic embroidery thread, you can embroider a plant-fiber fabric. Just apply a thin layer of Fiber Etch to
MrXStitch, Connie G. Barwick of About.com, and Rachel Hobson of Craftzine.com have whooped about the tutorial by Maximum Rabbit Designs for mounting completed embroidery. I think that makes it a must-see post! See the tute.… Read More ...
This week, Rittenhouse Needlepoint is featuring ermine stitch. The blog notes,
… Read More ...The Ermine stitch makes a nice background when it is done in variegated thread. It also looks quite striking when executed in black thread on a bright white background.
Let the queen of fused art quilts, Laura Wasilowski, teach you how to play with blanket stitch. You can see the tute on Laura’s blog, Artfabrik, or you can enjoy the repost on C&T Publishing blog.… Read More ...
Rittenhouse Needlepoint blog has started a new series of posts that explore a particular fiber and its use in needlepoint. First up: Very Velvet thread. See the analysis.… Read More ...
Jeanne of Just String blog gives the lowdown on hand lotions that won’t damage needlework. See the post.… Read More ...
You already know I think Checkout Girl Melissa Crowe is a needlework genius. So you won’t be surprised to learn that the tree and flowers in this felt applique design made me literally squeal aloud. Stacked circles. So simple and … Read More ...
The stitch of the week at Rittenhouse Needlepoint is serendipity. The blog says,
… Read More ...The Serendipity stitch — when done in two different colors — provides an energetic background but the stitch is also useful for depicting clothing, tile floors/walls, paths
Yvette Stanton of White Threads blog has posted a three-part series about boullion stitch. Sweet! See
Carol Leather of Needlework Tips & Techniques has posted “a short video showing the continental method of stitching.” She says, “I am planning to do many more videos now I have a decent camcorder, so do let me know what … Read More ...
Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint shows us a perfect stitch for interpreting baskets in needlepoint designs: double woven stitch. She says,
… Read More ...When stitched it looks like a woven basket. I’ts similar to Woven Plait, but it has two parallel
… Read More ...Has a rogue pair of scissors sliced a nice gash through a needlepoint canvas tucked into your work bag? Or maybe your scroll frame and stand tipped over, landing smack into the corner of the coffee table creating a 2-inch
Carina of Carina’s Craft Blog shows us her lazy satin stitch, a technique that produces a casual, modern fill while conserving expensive embroidery thread. See the tute.… Read More ...
Cheryl Fall, needlepoint editor for About.com, has posted a free cyber workshop featuring this beautiful Coins in the Fountain design. She says,
… Read More ...You’ll build your skills as you master the Continental Stitch, Cross Stitch, and Satin Stitch. You’ll
Kootoyoo shows us her technique for stem stitch (“sort of”). She says,
… Read More ...This is my “go to” stitch. I use it for lettering, for outlining & for anything with a curve. I love the flexible nature of this stitch. You
