Embroidery is a great form of entertainment in itself. But while you’re enjoying those quiet moments with your needle, do … Continue reading Embroidery and Entertaining Yourself

The fly stitch is the embroidery stitch this week for Sharon’s Take a Stitch Tuesday challenge. If you’re unfamiliar with … Continue reading TAST Embroidery Stitch Challenge

Here’s an interesting close up on an embroidery stitch. Off the bat, I said it’s a bullion stitch, but as … Continue reading Can You Identify this Embroidery Stitch?

What is cloth of gold? Yesterday’s post showing a magnificent example of goldwork on cloth of gold seems to have … Continue reading Medieval Textiles: What is Cloth of Gold?

Historical ecclesiastical embroidery is a pet fascination of mine. Have you ever seen magnificent pieces of embroidery or goldwork in … Continue reading Goldwork – Up Close Photos of a Magnificent Piece

If you embroider – whether you’re a beginner or have been at it for some time – you probably have … Continue reading What is Your Favorite Embroidery Tool or Accessory?

Over the Christmas holidays, I had the chance to work on a small needle painting project. Using primarily long and … Continue reading Needle Painting Embroidery Technique Sample