October 29, 2009
Goldwork and Tudor Designs: Possibilities!
I’ve really been itching to do some goldwork lately, but I’ve got so many projects already going and several projects … Continue reading Goldwork and Tudor Designs: Possibilities!
October 28, 2009
Fancy Hems Winner!
Good morning, folks! This post is short and sweet – announcing the winnder of Fancy Hems and a little rundown … Continue reading Fancy Hems Winner!
October 27, 2009
Reader’s Embroidery: Quaker Motif as a Christmas Ornament
A couple weeks ago, I posted a hand embroidery pattern for a Quaker sampler design, converted for surface embroidery. I … Continue reading Reader’s Embroidery: Quaker Motif as a Christmas Ornament
October 26, 2009
Schwalm Embroidery Photos & a Give-Away!
Sometimes, photos of needlework can be the best source of inspiration for me. When I see a beautiful piece of … Continue reading Schwalm Embroidery Photos & a Give-Away!
October 23, 2009
Hand Embroidery: Lettering and Text 4: Stem Stitch
Stem stitch is a beautiful rope-like hand embroidery stitch that works great for writing with a needle and thread. There … Continue reading Hand Embroidery: Lettering and Text 4: Stem Stitch
October 22, 2009
Some Embroidery Related Links and AWOL
I’ve been absent without leave the last few days. My apologies – I’ve been really sick with whatever is going … Continue reading Some Embroidery Related Links and AWOL
October 19, 2009
Hand Embroidery: Lettering and Text 3: Dot the I
Remember when you learned penmanship and your teacher had to remind you to dot your i‘s and cross your t‘s? … Continue reading Hand Embroidery: Lettering and Text 3: Dot the I