November 26, 2007

Can You Help with Needlework Gift Ideas?

I’ve gotten a few e-mails lately asking for gift recommendations for aunts, friends, moms, and so forth who like needlework, … Continue reading Can You Help with Needlework Gift Ideas?

November 25, 2007

Another Beetle Wing Embroidery Update

Here’s an update on my beetle wing and goldwork embroidery sample. In the photos here, I’ve started embellishing a bit. … Continue reading Another Beetle Wing Embroidery Update

November 24, 2007

Joyce sent along some photos of a gorgeous embroidered quilt she is working on for her granddaughter. In selecting patterns … Continue reading Embroidery Work from A Reader: An Embroidered Quilt

November 23, 2007

I was able to finish up the basic outline of the beetlewing embroidery project and attach the wings, so I … Continue reading Goldwork Embroidery Outline Complete, Wings Attached

November 21, 2007

Here’s the next stage of my goldwork and beetle wing embroidery practice – sewing some of the gold on! This … Continue reading The Goldwork Embroidery Part Begins…

November 20, 2007

I’m not sure if you like the step-by-step on these types of embroidery projects! It just occurred to me as … Continue reading Preparing Beetle Wings for Embroidery

November 19, 2007

This past week, I began a practice embroidery project featuring goldwork and beetlewings. I began the project last week, and … Continue reading Transferring a Hand Embroidery Design: Prick & Pounce