March 16, 2007
Goldwork Sampler – Pattern
Goldwork is a surface embroidery technique that’s been around for a long time. It has enjoyed popularity since the Middle … Continue reading Goldwork Sampler – Pattern
March 15, 2007
Embroidery Supplies: Thread Express
Thread Express is an online embroidery supply depot where you’ll find, among other things, heaps of embroidery threads. The online … Continue reading Embroidery Supplies: Thread Express
March 14, 2007
Embroidery Design: Some Words from Hinda Hands
Reading through an old and excellent embroidery book called Church Needlework by Hinda Hands, I found her chapter on design … Continue reading Embroidery Design: Some Words from Hinda Hands
March 13, 2007
Embroidery Project Update 4 – Goldwork on Silk Background
The gold couching is going in slowly on this current project. The sky background is worked in long satin stitch, … Continue reading Embroidery Project Update 4 – Goldwork on Silk Background
March 11, 2007
Embroidered Baby Quilts – Guild Project
The members of our embroidery guild are embroidering baby quilts as a fund-raising project. The quilts are made out of … Continue reading Embroidered Baby Quilts – Guild Project
March 10, 2007
Embroidery Designer Spotlight: Jane Nicholas – Stumpwork!
Stumpwork is a fascinating hand-embroidery technique, producing three-dimensional images out of embroidery stitches. If you’ve delved into stumpwork and liked … Continue reading Embroidery Designer Spotlight: Jane Nicholas – Stumpwork!
March 9, 2007
Goldwork: Metal Threads Up Close – Gold Passing
Metal threads used in embroidery are widely available, but type and quality vary among manufacturers and retailers. The embroidery market … Continue reading Goldwork: Metal Threads Up Close – Gold Passing