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 29, 2007
I just acquired another excellent embroidery book – and I know this one is going to be a favorite! The … Continue reading Embroidery Book Review: Redoute’s Finest Flowers in Embroidery by Trish Burr
November 26, 2007
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
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