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
July 6, 2006
Sewing boxes, craft totes, bags, baskets, etc. – every serious (and not-so-serious) stitcher needs a place to store current work. … Continue reading Sewing Baskets & Boxes or Craft Totes – What Do You Use?
July 6, 2006
Your repertoire of basic embroidery stitches would not be complete without a few detached stitches (stitches that stand alone) and … Continue reading Basic Embroidery Stitches: Detached Stitches & Knots
July 5, 2006
Teaching embroidery to kids is a rewarding and fun experience. This summer, I’m teaching a children’s embroidery class to ages … Continue reading Teaching Embroidery to Kids
July 5, 2006
Here’s another ecclesiastical embroidery pattern. The 8-pointed star with the thistles, surrounding the IHS, would be great for any place … Continue reading Ecclesiastical Embroidery Pattern: Thistle & Star
July 4, 2006
A good way to learn basic embroidery stitches is to work a sampler. When I think of samplers, I think … Continue reading Basic Embroidery Stitches Sampler
July 3, 2006
Goldwork is enjoying a pretty big come-back in popularity. I’ve not had a lot of luck finding one comprehensive source … Continue reading Goldwork – Another Good Source
July 2, 2006
Actually – two good embroidery resources. I had the pleasure of coming across one interesting and fun needlework forum for … Continue reading Embroidery Site: Another Good Resource