October 8, 2008
Autumn Abundance: October Stash Give-Away!
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
Monogram for Hand Embroidery: Celtic D, and News
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
October 7, 2008
Reader’s Treasure: An Embroidered Footstool in Crewel
Quite a while ago, Stephi contacted me with pictures of a footstool that’s been in her family since as long … Continue reading Reader’s Treasure: An Embroidered Footstool in Crewel
October 6, 2008
Scratching a Needlework Project at the Halfway Point!
I knew it. I knew this would happen! But I can’t help it, and I think it’s Much Better this … Continue reading Scratching a Needlework Project at the Halfway Point!
October 4, 2008
The Artist’s Touch: Long and Short Stitch Shading
If you’re like me, when you look at a piece of thread painting (also called needle painting, long and short … Continue reading The Artist’s Touch: Long and Short Stitch Shading
October 3, 2008
The Christmas Chicken Part II: Whitework Card Embroidered on Red
I’m not exactly sure if this really a Christmas card. It was supposed to be! I’m supposed to be embroidering … Continue reading The Christmas Chicken Part II: Whitework Card Embroidered on Red
October 2, 2008
Schwalm-ish Chicken on a Card, or How to Get Distracted with Needlework
Yesterday afternoon, I headed out to the the little studio at the back of the house with the best intentions … Continue reading Schwalm-ish Chicken on a Card, or How to Get Distracted with Needlework