I just can not resist pointing you to carriewolf.net to take a look

at this beautiful monarch butterfly that Carrie has created.

These website no longer exist, you can read more of our Smocking articles here. 

Smocked boys bunny suit

A few weeks ago we had a post about smocking and a few of our readers were left gob-smocked at the intricate … Read More...

2008 Celebration of Needlework Event

Nashua, NH Celebration
April 30 – May 4, 2008

Celebration of Needlework will be moving back to the the Marriott – our former location – for 2008! We will be at the lovely Courtyard Nashua … Read More...

Eweandeyeandfriends have a wonderful collection of needlepoint canvases that are a little different than the norm as these are hand painted designs. In fact there whole website is inspiring, I especially love the sheep logo. BAaaaaaa

I must say that … Read More...

The first 2008 issue of CQMagOnline.com is now available.
Rissa Peace Root has done a terrific job as the replacment (Nora was diagnosed with Cancer) editor of CQMagOnline, putting together a fabulous issue for the first quarter of … Read More...

This “New Home” chart is a Free Chart From Debbie Cripps, it is finished off with the cute home button. It’s almost worth moving house, just so you can send these out as house warming invitations. Ok almost worth it, … Read More...

Smocking is an embroidery technique that is used to collect cloth in order for it to stretch. Smocking was extensively employed before elastic in cuffs, bodices, and necklines of clothes when buttons were not desired.

Smocking, which originated in England … Read More...

This tissue box cover is a little kitsch but could be just the thing your looking for to get you started in canvas work this year.

You Will need adobe reader to view the free tutorial.

Are you a bit of a wine’o? If you need to take your wine with you wherever you go, Or just want a beautiful presentation bag for host gifts then how about stitching up this wine tote.
You will … Read More...

Cinderberry stitches Shared a photo of the Ginger & Spice tote bag (designed by Cinderberry stitches ) which features yo yo’s made from Cinderberry’s free yo yo making tutorial. As pre-warned on the blog, yo yo making can be … Read More...

Needlepoint Postcard kits are a fun way to introduce friends and family to needlwork. They are also a great project for car trips or plane trips.

The fun and funky designs will appeal to all ages including tweens and teens … Read More...

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Win $5000!

OLFA will be sponsoring a Second Annual Young Designers Okada Award competition, again under the auspices of the American Quilter’s Society. The competition is designed to encourage a new generation of quilters between … Read More...

The world of cross-stitching and DMC have teamed up for this great competition.

Twenty-five lucky readers will win: one Ed with Dandelion kit; one thread pack; one pack of each Impressions Bleu, Rose and Arabesque fabrics; one vintage needlecase pendant; … Read More...

Snow Days

Designed by Lesley Teare

This adorable winter puppy makes the perfect Christmas card for dog lovers!

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from the “Chart shop”

Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy or check out … Read More...

These vintage charts from crossstitchtheworld caught my eye and they may just catch yours too.

I particulary loved the vintage movie poster charts and thought what great gifts they would make for

the movie buffs in my life. They even … Read More...

 “Busy Bees Needlework Accessories”.

It is a 32 page book, spiral coil binding so that it lays flat for ease while stitching, full-color interior printing. The book includes five original counted cross stitch designs to include a biscornu, scissor fob, … Read More...

Orlando Needlework Show

November 16-17, 2007
Orange County
Convention Center  West Building
Orlando, Florida

Shopping Hours  Open to Public
Friday and Saturday 10-6

Classes
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9-5

Check out the free coupon on their website.

Country Cross Stitch is giving 15 readers the chance to win a set of six Christmas kits each to get them in the festive spirit. Each set, worth £15.94, includes four Christmas card kits and two double-sided decoration kits to … Read More...

 Cross-stitching.com and DMC are giving you the chance to Win Win Win.

All fans of Sarah Kay will want to enter this giveaway because ten readers will win not one but two Sarah Kay kits. DMC is offering ten prizes … Read More...