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
October 13, 2008
Subonnet Sue is one of those almost-iconic figures in needlework. She’s shown up lots of places over time, in many … Continue reading Resurrecting Sunbonnet Sue: a Resource for Embroidery Patterns
October 12, 2008
False starts are a part of life. They’re also a part of needlework. What do I mean by a “false … Continue reading False Starts: When do You Stop?
October 11, 2008
I have two needlework projects in various stages of planning right now. One is a Christmas ornament and the other … Continue reading Projects in Planning Stages
October 10, 2008
Usually, my embroidery classes for kids end when the summer comes to a close, and I don’t really think about … Continue reading Embroidery for Kids – a Class Project!
October 9, 2008
This is just a quick news item, perhaps worthwhile for those of you looking for a special project or kit, … Continue reading In the Market for an Embroidery Kit? or a Special Project?
October 8, 2008
For October, I thought I’d reduce my needlework stash by foraging for some Autumn-themed colors. I came up with some … Continue reading Autumn Abundance: October Stash Give-Away!
October 7, 2008
Here’s another letter to add to my free hand embroidery monogram alphabets: a D with a Celtic flavor. I should … Continue reading Monogram for Hand Embroidery: Celtic D, and News