Janet Granger has released a new design for her miniature needlepoint called Alice. The design is available in a variety of kits – two sizes of carpet, pillow, round footstool, rectangular stool, dining chair, firescreen, bellpull, and bolster. Lovely! … Read More ...
You have to stitch this
Anna Maria Horner‘s new Loulouthi Needleworks line of fabrics demands to be stitched. They are 58″ quilting-quality cottons printed with little X patterns and motifs that can easily stand on their own. But you know you want to stitch … Read More ...
Power-ful CS designs
The Etsy profile of A. Koldeway (flamgirlant) describes her work modestly: “My collection of cross stitch patterns put a twist on traditional. Jackalopes, bacon and mustaches are the crafty things I pedal.” Her unique style often combines traditional … Read More ...
Unconventional fibers from Habu
Stephen of Sri Threads reviews Habu Textiles’ line of unusual fibers and yarns that range from kudzu to nettle to stainless steel. If you use fibers in your needlework for weaving, couching, or other embellishment, you’ll want to see … Read More ...
New Janet Granger kit: Rug
Janet Granger has added a new item to her line of 1/12-scale needlework miniatures. This rug is worked in one strand of crewel wool on 18-count interlock canvas. The kit includes everything you need to make the rug, including cotton … Read More ...
Circles made easy
Debra Rutledge has posted tips on the Bernina blog about using The Sewing Revolution circle tool with sewing and embroidery. Find out more.… Read More ...
Stitch some holiday party dresses
Corinne of so september is celebrating Christmas in July with a new pattern set of wee holiday dresses, Jingle Belles. She says, “These patterns are (hopefully) reminiscent of those gorgeous miniature gowns that always make little girls sparkle and shine … Read More ...
Carry your lipstick in style
These gorgeous little reticules were created by Viv of Hen’s Teeth mostly of vintage embroidery, lace, and appliques. What could be more perfect for a bride or her mother on that special day. See more at her blog post. … Read More ...
Stitch your own iPhone cover
Check this out!!! You can stitch a custom cover for your iPhone!!! The kits, available online from Connect Design, include the perforated cover, some design charts, floss, and a needle–and sell for US$18.00. Go to the listing to find … Read More ...
Try out Japan Thread
The Kreinik Thread Blog introduces us to Japan Thread. The blog says,
… Read More ...Today Kreinik makes Japan Threads that have a percentage of real metal in them, but are primarily synthetic so that they are long-lasting, non-tarnishing, inexpensive, and easy to
Padded needlelace patterns from Janet M. Davies
Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs has released a new set of four related needlelace patterns. She says,
… Read More ...This is a modern Scottish Thistle design based on Padded Needlelace. (commonly used in Raised Elizabethan designs) Pockets of Needle Lace are
CQ doorknob dangles
Pam of Pamela Kellogg’s Kitty & Me Designs has transformed some of her crazy-quilted creations into door pillows–pretty little puffs to dangle from a doorknob. Make your own. Or go to Pam’s post for a link to purchase hers… Read More ...
Stitchy arrows
Jan of poppytalk shares the embroidery on wood of Quivver. She says this “new series of handmade arrows [features] french spiral hitching around the shaft and embroidered fletching.” See more photos at her post.… Read More ...
Say it your way
Corinne of so september is offering three new fabric panels that rock my face off. Called Talking Threads, the printed images are drop-shadowed, creating a layered effect. And each can be completed with the words of your choice. Corinne says,… Read More ...
New dollhouse sampler
Here’s great news from Janet Granger:
… Read More ...There’s a new sampler kit on my website this week, which you might like to take a look at. It’s a ‘Home Sweet Home’ design, in shades of gold, green, and brick red.