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
June 19, 2008
Previously, I mentioned that we’re using iron-on patterns for my embroidery classes this summer. Actually, I’m beginning to re-think that! … Continue reading Using Iron-On Embroidery Patterns: Ironing On a Repeat Pattern
June 18, 2008
Following up on my first article about hand embroidering a monogram on a linen guest towel, where you’ll get details … Continue reading Hand Embroidered Monogram on Linen Guest Towel, Part II
June 17, 2008
As I prepared for my first kids’ embroidery class for this summer, I realized that organization really IS everything. Whenever … Continue reading Setting Up a Kids’ Embroidery Class – and Thread Organizers
June 16, 2008
Well, it isn’t embroidery, but it IS needlework! There are a lot of sites out there on knitting and crochet … Continue reading Interesting Needlework Site… And a Question!
June 15, 2008
I mentioned in yesterday’s post (the beginning of a monogrammed linen guest towel) that, to make my embroidery classes a … Continue reading Embroidery Book Reviews: Iron-on Transfers
June 14, 2008
Here’s a sample I’m working up for my adult embroidery class, which is also looming – it starts a week … Continue reading Hand Embroidered Monogram on Linen Guest Towel
June 13, 2008
I’ve begun working up my samples for my summer embroidery classes, which are looming in front of me and I, … Continue reading Kids’ Embroidery: Felt Bookmark Sample