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 6, 2008
Yesterday, I was sitting at lunch with my mom, perusing the ridiculous influx of magazines that pour, unsolicited, into her … Continue reading DIY has GOT to be Cheaper… A Wee Little Rant?
November 5, 2008
It’s been a while since I’ve mentioned progress on my silk and goldwork hand-embroidered Christmas ornament! Don’t worry – this … Continue reading Goldwork and Silk Christmas Ornament Progress
November 4, 2008
As mentioned in yesterday’s introduction to Alison Cole, stumpwork and goldwork artist, designer and book author, here’s the rest of … Continue reading Alison Cole on Publishing Needlework Books
November 3, 2008
I’m a huge fan of Alison Cole’s embroidery and stumpwork, so just as I did with Trish Burr, I made … Continue reading Designer Spotlight: Alison Cole
November 2, 2008
I love it when a plan comes together! Guess what I picked up from the framer yesterday? I’m very excited! … Continue reading It Came Together! On Embroidery & Framing
November 1, 2008
A couple weeks ago, Marika sent along photos of a beautiful and cleverly designed piece she embroidered for her brother … Continue reading Reader’s Embroidery: Cleverly Combining Styles & Color
October 31, 2008
I can’t help it. It’s October 31, and for some reason, my thoughts have turned to jack-o-lanterns. I think I’ve … Continue reading Little Embroidered Pumpkins