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
November 19, 2008
I love satin stitch. I think it’s one of the prettiest embroidery stitches. When done well, it reflects a simple … Continue reading Reader’s Embroidery: Charlie’s Jacket – a Satin Stitch Wonder
November 18, 2008
Wow. This month’s embroidery stash give-away drew a larger response than usual – 167 comments altogether at the time of … Continue reading November Embroidery Stash Winner Announced!
November 17, 2008
This weekend, I didn’t manage a whole lot of embroidery-related tasks, much to my disappointment. Still, I did manage a … Continue reading Weekend Stitching: Didn’t Do Much, But…
November 15, 2008
I’ve been somewhat short on TIME this weekend, but even if you are, too, you’ll probably find the following (brief) … Continue reading Goldwork and Ecclesiastical Embroidery Up Close
November 14, 2008
Here’s a very quick update on my embroidered Christmas ornament in goldwork and silk! I had to change my mind … Continue reading Goldwork & Silk: Embroidered Christmas Ornament Update
November 11, 2008
The Antique Pattern Library is a real gem of a site when it comes to free online needlework books – … Continue reading Online Needlework Books with Really Pretty Pictures
November 10, 2008
If you hadn’t noticed (I think you probably have!) I’m a needlework fanatic. I was facing a little needlework dilemma … Continue reading Confessions of a Needlework Fanatic