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
October 29, 2007
I love needlework and embroidery books that are simple and clear, have step-by-step illustrated instructions, and contain reasonable projects for beginners and beyond.
Beginner’s Guide to Silk Shading is just such a book, and if you’re interested in learning the art of silk shading, it’s a great place to start!
October 27, 2007
I’m working on a rather silly embroidery project – and I’m having So Much Fun with it! The problem is, … Continue reading Really Silly Embroidery Project – Can you Guess?
October 26, 2007
Here’s an interesting embroidery website that focuses on types of embroidery and needlework from around the world. You’ll find at … Continue reading Ethic Embroidery Website – Great Resource
October 24, 2007
Straying from the norm, here’s a great little video that animates the Bayeux Tapestry (literally). David Newton has animated the … Continue reading Historical Needlework: An Animated Bayeux Tapestry – Fantastic!
October 24, 2007
To go along with embroidery video tutorial for drizzle stitch, I thought you might be interested in a few photos … Continue reading Drizzle Stitch Grandma Hair
October 21, 2007
If you’re familiar with Piecework magazine, you may already be aware of this pattern. It’s really beautiful! Piecework magazine is … Continue reading Free Embroidery Pattern: Hungarian Doily
October 21, 2007
When you’re looking for embroidery supplies or trying to find explanations on techniques, do you get a bit hornswaggled over … Continue reading Even Embroidery has Its Own Jargon… A Textile Dictionary Link