The complex design of this antique tunic would be impressive enough if it were embroidered. In fact, the pattern is woven. Really. It is of pre-Columbian Inca origins. John Hopper of The Textile Blog notes,
… Read More ...Although this was not a
Susan Elliott’s garden
Susan Elliott is stitching a garden. I don’t know what the completed work will be, but the photos of the journey take my breath away. I literally couldn’t decide which image to entice you with, so the pearl-encrusted fern shown … Read More ...
Inspiration: Benjamin Shrine
Benjamin Shrine. Wow. Whoa-uh. This is embroidery as art. Enjoy the review of Shrine’s work at MrXStitch.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Making loops in soutache braid
I’ve always been fascinated by the curly loops of soutache braid on military uniforms and fancy garments. I even tried a bit of braid trim on sailor collars for my girls. That experiment ended badly; I couldn’t get my loops … Read More ...
Inspiration: Noshii
Oh, my! Embroidery + wood. Noshii‘s work — from brooches (such as the one highlighted here) to wall-size panels — delights my eyes and imagination. The artist bio on the Noshii blog:
… Read More ...London born, Dallas based artist and designer,
Historical embroidery project at Hand & Lock
Hand & Lock Embroidery was commissioned to produce the embroidery for Exeter City Council’s Cap of Maintenance — a task involving more than 1000 hours of needlework. You’ll enjoy the description of the project and the many excellent photos. See … Read More ...
Tutorial: Cutting felt
Kimara of Wee Folk Art shows us how to cut pattern pieces from felt. She says,
… Read More ...That may sound a little silly, but the difference between a quality felt piece is as much about neat cutting as it is neat
Free chart: Hanukkah sampler
Remy of Embroiderbee’s Blog is sharing this original sampler pattern “just in time to become a quick Hanukkah gift!” So generous. Get the chart.… Read More ...
Holiday discount from Helga Mandl
Helga Mandl Designs has a special offer that is knocking my socks off! The site says,
… Read More ...With exactly six weeks to go until Christmas it’s not too late to get stitching those Christmas presents. I’ve packaged up seven of my
Free chart: Box of Treasure
Lynn B of Happiness is Cross Stitching created an amazing birthday gift for her friend Jill. Just look at all the handmade goodies: a pin pillow and bag, a pinkeep, a teeny teapot and cup, and so much more! … Read More ...
Enter the Creative Cross Stitch Challenge
The Gift of Stitching announces the Creative Cross Stitch Challenge:
… Read More ...Every two weeks we will put a new motif online. The challenge is to take the motif and stitch and finish it anyway you like. Be as creative as can
Free charts: Happy New Year!
(1) Bonne Année from Les petites croix de Symiote
(2) 2010 from Les petits bonheurs de Miss T (The blog post offers five variations of this design.)
(3) Bonne Annee from Les chroniques de Frimousse… Read More ...
Free chart: Eat Pie
This adorable holiday stitchery is called Eat Pie. (Ms. Turkey appears to be encouraging us to indulge in pie rather than Thanksgiving poultry!) The chart is free from VeeandCo Cross Stitch Designs. Get the chart.
Looking for more Thanksgiving-themed … Read More ...
Free patterns and charts
This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Our free patterns range from simple cross-stitch designs to more complicated flower and animal motifs. With … Read More ...
