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
September 16, 2008
Here’s a neat resource for some needlelace, filet lace, and other lace patterns that can be adapted to different types … Continue reading Musing about Lace Making … and the Link that Got Me Going
September 15, 2008
Just a quick little post to refer you to a good technique post that you should read, if you’re interested … Continue reading Great Goldwork Technique!
September 15, 2008
One of the most frequest questions I get regarding my video library of hand embroidery stitches is “when are you … Continue reading Long and Short Stitch Project Idea – What do You Think?
September 14, 2008
I am so very grateful – and somewhat embarrassed! But – thank you! In yesterday’s mail (which I got late … Continue reading Thank You! Oh, Thank You, Thank You!
September 14, 2008
Continuing on with the Celtic monogram alphabet, here’s another free embroidery pattern for you: the letter F. If you’re looking … Continue reading Monogram for Hand Embroidery: Celtic F
September 13, 2008
Now that I finished the embroidery on “Breath of Spring,” and with the busy school year underway, I want to … Continue reading Needlework is my Carrot
September 12, 2008
I happen to have an extra copy of a pretty nice book that I think you might want (for you … Continue reading Book Give-away, and a Question!