I learned to embroider when I was a kid, when everyone was really into cross stitch (remember the '80s?). Eventually, I migrated to surface embroidery, teaching myself with whatever I could get my hands on...read more
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I learned to embroider when I was a kid, when everyone was really into cross stitch (remember the '80s?). Eventually, I migrated to surface embroidery, teaching myself with whatever I could get my hands on...read more
Contact Mary
April 5, 2009
I can hardly restrain my blissful giddiness over the fact that I’m almost finished with the Celtic monograms for hand … Continue reading Monogram for Hand Embroidery: Celtic U – Almost FINISHED!
April 4, 2009
I had a looong list of embroidery-related plans for today, most of which were in preparation for Easter break, which … Continue reading Hectic Stitch-Free Saturday… and some Needlework Links
April 3, 2009
Here’s a little needlelace pattern for you – it’s oval (not quite egg shaped, but close enough) and perfect for … Continue reading Needle Lace Easter Egg – Free Pattern
April 2, 2009
I know I’ve been on an embroidery-kit-writing trend lately! I hope you don’t find it a “turn-off,” but I do … Continue reading The French Needle – Embroidery Kits & Supplies, and a Special Discount!
April 1, 2009
Well, I know we weren’t just speaking of them, but the other day, I rambled a bit about embroidery kits, … Continue reading Speaking of Embroidery Kits…
March 31, 2009
I really appreciate all the input from the comments on the first post introducing the embroiderer’s workstation / trestles from … Continue reading Back to Trestles – Revisiting the Embroiderer’s Workstation
March 30, 2009
If you don’t work from embroidery kits or books, then you probably come up with your own designs. What inspires … Continue reading What Inspires your Needlework?