Needle Work

I accidentally came across this online magazine tonight and wanted to share it with all of you…I personally after downloading the first issue, think it is an amazing magazine, and it is FREE!  Below is a quoted description of the … Read More ...

Jane Greenoff has a NEW Cross Stitcher’s Bible book due out November 7, 2007.  The first version was released in February 2003.  Below is a quoted description of the new book from Amazon.com:

“Features more pages, all new project designs … Read More ...

History of samplers and embroidery stitches used long ago have always been an interest to any needleworker.  A Maryland Sampling: Girlhood Embroidery, 1738 – 1860 by Gloria Seaman Allen should definitely be of interest.  It is scheduled for release October … Read More ...

I received my latest newsletter from The Silver Needle and wanted to share the newest Just Nan exclusive design for The Silver Needle. It’s called Christmas Workshop! This is a really cool pyramid-shaped sewing box; it’s decorated with Santa’s elves … Read More ...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and this post is a little early, however, there is a great kit that will be available late September through Elegant Stitch.  It is called “With All Your Heart” by Blue … Read More ...

This is an excellent, just released book for embroidery fun!  Below is a quoted description from Amazon.com;

“Asian-inspired lampshades embellished with flying fish. Canvas sneakers decorated with pink and white swirls. A pretty pillow adorned with a sleeping bunny, sweetly … Read More ...

I received an e-mail that I thought I would share with all of you.  The September Cross Stitch Expo is taking place September 3rd through September 16th, 2007. There are 21 designers represented with an extensive variety of patterns and … Read More ...

Hello,

I am excited to get started as the CraftGossip Needlework editor.  I looked up the definition of needlework and this is what I found;

Noun; 1. a creation created or assembled by needle and thread, 2. work (such as … Read More ...

It’s only August, but if you want to do some embroidery for Christmas, you’d better start now. Time flies, and suddenly it’s November, and we have other things in mind. It’s wise to start embroidered gifts – or even for … Read More ...

First time stitcher or experienced, it doesn’t matter. I found during my long years of embroidery nothing beats a good quality fabric. It makes embroidering so much easier and so much more fun. Good fabric can be a little more … Read More ...

I’ve heard a lot of times that many don’t try Hardanger, because they find it too difficult to handle. They love it, but because it looks very complicated, they are afraid. I’ve to admit, Hardanger can be challenging and intricate … Read More ...

and it’s THE time of the year again. Make a big fat note in your diary that the online needlework show is opening its doors again from the 17th October 07 – 22nd October 07. If you are … Read More ...

When I started embroidering Hardanger, I bought 2 instruction books from Janice Love: Basics & Beyond + Fundamentals made Fancy. They are superbly written and illustrated. I can’t recommend them enough for everyone who wants to learn Hardanger. … Read More ...

Allow me introduce myself shortly. I’m Sibille and I have just taken the editorial position for the Needlework section. Am very excited about this. I love needlework. You can create such beautiful, personal things with it, and you never run … Read More ...

Can I clean an antique sampler?

There is not a great deal you can do to mend or fix the appearance of a sampler once it has become stained and precious samplers should be restored by a professional.

Remove the … Read More ...