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 19, 2008
Trish e-mailed me and asked me to pass on the following message to all who participated in the Book Give-Away … Continue reading A Message from Trish Burr to the Book Give Away Participants
September 19, 2008
Last week, I offered Trish Burr’s newest book, Crewel and Surface Embroidery, in a give-away, and this morning, I drew … Continue reading Trish Burr Book Winner Announced!
September 18, 2008
I think I mentioned in my carrot post that, among my present line-up of needlework projects, I’ve got a small … Continue reading Goldwork Project: I Learned a New Technique
September 17, 2008
This is a continuation of the Celtic “flavor” monogram alphabet I’ve been posting lately – today’s free hand embroidery pattern … Continue reading Monogram for Hand Embroidery: Celtic M
September 17, 2008
Here’s another video tutorial for a hand embroidery stitch to add to your repertoire. The Vandyke Stitch creates a decorative … Continue reading Video Tutorial: Vandyke Stitch
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!