January 14, 2009
Great Needlework Resource: Jane Zimmerman Online
If you haven’t had a chance to visit the website of needlework teacher and designer, Jane Zimmerman – or if … Continue reading Great Needlework Resource: Jane Zimmerman Online
January 13, 2009
Goldwork Tip: Stretching Pearl Purl
As a follow up on how to use pearl purl, here’s another option for this beautiful real metal thread. It … Continue reading Goldwork Tip: Stretching Pearl Purl
January 12, 2009
Free Pattern for Hand Embroidery or Goldwork: Stylized Pomegranate
The other day, I posted links to an online needlework book on church embroidery. In the book, there are some … Continue reading Free Pattern for Hand Embroidery or Goldwork: Stylized Pomegranate
January 11, 2009
Where to Find Silk Couching Thread
Silk couching thread is used in many different applications in hand embroidery, but probably most commonly used in goldwork. There … Continue reading Where to Find Silk Couching Thread
January 10, 2009
Free Needlework Book Online: Church Embroidery, Ancient and Modern
This week, I came across a little old gem of a church embroidery book online. When I came upon it … Continue reading Free Needlework Book Online: Church Embroidery, Ancient and Modern
January 9, 2009
Favorite Real Metal Thread: Pearl Purl
My favorite real metal thread is pearl purl. It’s a strange name, eh? Pearl purl is called “pearl purl” because … Continue reading Favorite Real Metal Thread: Pearl Purl
January 8, 2009
Becoming a Crazy Quilter, Part I: As Long as There’s Gold!
Yesterday, I tried to exclaim again that I am not a crazy quilter. Today, as I finish putting the final … Continue reading Becoming a Crazy Quilter, Part I: As Long as There’s Gold!