July 28, 2009
I Forgot Ecru!
Cleaning up the studio this afternoon and putting threads away, I found myself looking at a skein of Ecru DMC. … Continue reading I Forgot Ecru!
July 28, 2009
A New Old Metal Thread: Silk Purl – Have you Seen It?!
The folks behind the Plimoth Plantation 17th century jacket project have been busy! They’ve brought another new metal thread onto … Continue reading A New Old Metal Thread: Silk Purl – Have you Seen It?!
July 27, 2009
Long and Short Stitch Shading – My Supplies
If you want to join me in working through a small long and short stitch shading sampler, here’s a little … Continue reading Long and Short Stitch Shading – My Supplies
July 25, 2009
Two Beautiful Goldwork Embroidery Books!
For a very long time, Alison Cole’s goldwork books have been on my wish list. Her goldwork projects and kits … Continue reading Two Beautiful Goldwork Embroidery Books!
July 24, 2009
Organizing Embroidery Threads for Projects
How do you organize your embroidery threads for your needlework projects? If you’re like me, you’re always looking for a … Continue reading Organizing Embroidery Threads for Projects
July 24, 2009
Still Fiddling with Needle ‘n Thread – in Lots of Ways!
I’m afraid I’m going to bore everyone with website news, but I wanted to make a quick announcement that today … Continue reading Still Fiddling with Needle ‘n Thread – in Lots of Ways!
July 23, 2009
Huck Embroidery Kits
Continuing on my exploration of “trip loot” from my recent vacation, during which I stopped at four popular needlework shops, … Continue reading Huck Embroidery Kits