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
March 20, 2008
I was scrolling through my files of photos I’ve taken of different pieces of ecclesiastical embroidery and came across these … Continue reading Ecclesiastical Embroidery: Last Supper Chasuble (with many photos!)
March 17, 2008
I had a very busy weekend working to get the garage-gone-project-room somewhat organized. Yes, the space is finished, and I’m … Continue reading Organizing a Project Room for Needlework (and everything else!)
March 16, 2008
For those of you eager to try some embroidery with the new Gilt Sylke Twist thread that will be distributed … Continue reading Gilt Sylke Twist Available to the Public!
March 14, 2008
If you like elaborate hand embroidery in a “classic” sort of style, you may very well like the latest embroidery … Continue reading Free Hand Embroidery Pattern: Scroll Design
March 13, 2008
Well, here it is, Thursday evening, and I just drew for the March Embroidery Stash Give-Away. Whenever I’m getting these … Continue reading March Embroidery Stash Give-Away: The Winner Is…
March 12, 2008
Maria likes beads and sparkly stuff! And she sews well! Combining these two interests, she made a really nice A-line … Continue reading Reader’s Embroidery: Embellished Skirt!
March 11, 2008
After posting a bit ago about hand embroidery on paper – making embroidered greeting cards and so forth – my … Continue reading Reader’s Embroidery: Embroidered Bookmark