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New online community for stitchers

August 24, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

stitcherieRuth Schmuff of It’s Not Your Grandmother’s Needlepoint has built a new online community for needleworkers, Stitcherie. She says,

Stitcherie is a community where needleworkers of all skill levels and interests can join together to discuss their projects, ask questions,

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Free machine embroidery from thelongthread

August 24, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

applesThese happy apples could be yours! The design is available free (for your personal use) in three embroidery-machine formats from thelongthread. Get the designs.

If you still want more check out these Machine Embroidery patterns on Etsy.… Read More ...

Stitch along with Jane Austen

August 24, 2009 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

austenI received a lovely note from Jennifer Forest, telling me a bit about her book, Jane Austen’s Sewing Box. Jennifer says,

A few years ago I was reading again Jane Austen’s novels when I noticed that her women were

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New designs from Di van Niekerk

August 24, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

flowergirlDi van Niekerk has 22 new designs — including the one shown here — that are ready for your embroidered embellishments. She says,

Printed on 100% cotton fabric and available as small (A5), medium (A4) and large (A3) panels. Can

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Follow the development of ecclesiastical embroidery

August 24, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

cuthbertJust wait till you see this! Ruth O’Leary writes in,

I’m a textile artist based in the North East of England, and on my blog I’m documenting the work involved in a commission I have recently won to make a

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Free patterns from Bird Brain Designs

August 24, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

birdbrainPatty of Pip Stitch tipped us off to a great source for free hand-embroidery patterns. She says,

Bird Brain Designs offers a new embroidery freebie every month on their site and there’s an extra one linked in the current newsletter.

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Tutorials: Bead-embroidered pins

August 23, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

pinsStephanie of Novasblossoms reminds us that free instructions for her beaded butterflies and pins are available from CQMagOnline. See Stephanie’s post for the links. So beautiful.… Read More ...

Free pattern: Needle wallet

August 23, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

spottyNatalie Lymer of Cinderberry Stitches has posted the pattern for her Sweet & Spotty Needle Wallet. The free pattern is Natalie’s contribution to the Stitchers Angel project, but we all get to enjoy it. Thank you, Cinderberry! Get the … Read More ...

Free pattern: Scissors keeper

August 22, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

scissorsThe pattern for this embroidered felt scissors keeper is free for your personal use from designer Paula Storm. Download the pattern and get your holiday gifts started early!… Read More ...

Free chart: Mini-rose bookmark

August 22, 2009 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

rosesI love the petite roses on this bookmark so much, I want to start stitching them right now! Join me. Go to Happy Threads and download the free chart!… Read More ...

New site for Pat Winter classes

August 22, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

winterPat Winter has started a new blog that focuses strictly on the crazy-quilting classes she offers — making it easier for us to locate the course information and sign up! Go see Pat Winter’s Crazy Gatherings.… Read More ...

Tutorials you may have missed

August 22, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

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Embroidery Techniques and Tutorials

There are many different embroidery stitches available to embroidery enthusiasts, and each has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. In this article, we will share some of the most popular embroidery stitches, as well as … Read More ...

Free embroidery patterns you may have missed

August 22, 2009 by Denise Felton 2 Comments

We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More ...

Tutorial: Fabric collage

August 21, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

birdGet the lowdown on fabric collage techniques from Nicole Licht (astulabee), whose tutorial recreates her Etsy workshop. Even if you’re new to stitching, she’ll make you want to try this! See the tute.… Read More ...

Tutorial: Dimensional flower

August 21, 2009 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

allieAllie Aller (Allie’s in Stitches) shows us how to stitch a dimensional flower inspired by 3D blooms on a vintage crazy quilt. You’ll appreciate her photos and meticulous step-by-step explanation. See the tute.

Looking for a supplier … Read More ...

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