Art, patterns and techniques
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread blog passes along this juicy tidbit:
… Read More ...Wooly Thread is carrying Crewel Work Company kits. These are exceptional crewel embroidery kits from Phillipa Turnbull in the UK. The kits are nice – and the selection
SharonB of Pin Tangle blog is sharing three new hand-embroidery designs for your personal use. (One is featured here.) She says, “They can be adapted to many forms of embroidery such as freestyle, crewel, adapted for even weave techniques such … Read More ...
iHannah adds warmth and style to her bike seat with crewel embroidery. See more photos on her blog post.… Read More ...
Don’t miss the fabulous giveaway over on Mary Corbet‘s Needle ‘n’ Thread blog. Mary says,
… Read More ...Today’s give-away is courtesy of Renaissance Dyeing, a company that hand-dyes wool threads using natural dyes, creating gorgeous ranges of color on a beautiful
Get ready to cast a spell of creativity this Halloween season with our exclusive roundup featuring 25 enchanting punch needle designs. From eerie ghosts to whimsical witches and everything in between, these patterns are sure to bewitch and delight crafters … Read More ...
Embroidery is an art form that has been practiced for centuries, and French knots are one of the stitches that have stood the test of time. This stitch adds a unique texture and dimension to any embroidery project, and it’s … Read More ...
Before you decide to make this elegant needlework Christmas tree that was designed by Neon Flamingo Designs, you probably want to have some experience. This is not a piece for beginners, but my goodness, it is beautiful.
You do … Read More ...
Here are the winners of this week’s giveaways! I’ve sent an email to each winner. Remember: You must respond to the email with your snail mail address no later than 8:00 a.m. Central USA time on October 30. If I … Read More ...
Don’t forget to sign up for this week’s giveaways from EK Success and Sublime Stitching:
Coffee cozy kit
Crewel kit
Claudine Hellmuth embroidery transfers
Hedgehog and snowman needle felting kits
Felt stocking kits
Sublime Stitching’s new flosses
To enter, go … Read More ...
Eeeeep! Our beloved Aimee Ray has written a third book! Doodle Stitching: Embroidery & Beyond — Crewel, Cross Stitch, Sashiko & More will be available in March 2013. While we’re waiting antsily, stop by Aimee’s Little Dear Tracks blog for … Read More ...
Today’s 12 Days of Christmas giveaway at Needle ‘n’ Thread is 27 skeins of elegant crewel wool from Renaissance Dyeing. Go to Mary Corbet‘s blog post to enter before January 9.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these … Read More ...
Ooooooooo! Check out Kelly Fletcher‘s new pattern! She says,
… Read More ...A soft white cotton cushion measuring 40x40cm and featuring 10 crewelwork leaves. The PDF pattern includes requirements, the full-size design and embroidery instructions, as well as instructions on how to
We must say another good-bye. Embroidery legend Erica Wilson died Tuesday at age 83. I certainly never met Erica, but I felt she was my friend. Like so many others, I took up the needle in the early 1970s, inspired … Read More ...
Janet Granger‘s e-newsletter announces:
… Read More ...I’ve just launched a new miniature needlepoint carpet kit, called ‘Saskia’ – it would make a great Christmas present. The design is an Oriental one, in shades of mid-blue with deep red and cream highlights,
