I will admit that I always use the same stitch. I hardly venture outside of my comfort zone. I am so glad that I found this free pattern and tutorial by Cheryl Fall on About.com. I love that the … Read More...
Stitchy Wonderland
Have you recovered from yesterday’s feast? Why not skip the shopping crowds, fix a big plate of leftovers, throw on your favorite movie and stitch the day away. I give you permission to stay in you pj’s all day long. … Read More...
Winner Winner!
A big huge thank you to everyone who entered the contest. I loved hearing about your favorite Christmas memory. It was so wonderful to see that our families mean so much to us and spending time with them is so … Read More...
Freebie: The Light of the World Cross Stitch
As a wonderful thank you, Cross Stitching Art offers up this beautiful Madonna and Child cross stitch pattern. In order to receive this freebie, you will purchase it for free and then download the pattern. The holly surrounding mother and … Read More...
Tutorial: Embroidered Photo Transfer
I know for a fact that grandparents and aunts love to have personalized holiday presents. It is something that they treasure forever. Do Small Things with Love created a tutorial for an Embroidered Photo Transfer. It is a great … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Tag for Santa
Think about all the things that Santa Claus does for us. He flies around the world, delivering presents to good girls and boys, brings us Christmas cheer and does he ask for anything in return…nope, he doesn’t. This year, why … Read More...
Giveaway: Fa La La Felt Stocking Kit
The Christmas bug has bitten me early this year. I have been playing Christmas music, watching the Hallmark Channel’s Christmas movies and planning my decorations. Since I am so excited about the holidays, I thought I would share the spirit … Read More...
Freebie: Homespun Hanukkah Garland
The evening of December 16 marks the beginning of Hanukkah. Why not create this beautiful homespun garland for your celebration. JoAnn’s Crafts created a pattern for this project that you can download on their website. The download includes a pattern, … Read More...
Let It Snow!
It seems like old man winter has decided to make an early appearance around my neck of the woods. While the temperatures take a turn for the cold, I can stay inside my cozy house and stitch up these adorable … Read More...
12 Days of Christmas Needlepoint
It is still not too late to start your Christmas stitching. If you get a jump start now, I bet you will be finished in enough time for a little egg nog and mistletoe smooching. Needlepaint has created some festive … Read More...
Freebie: Emma Plum Fairy
DMC has done it again with their sassy Emma Plum Fairy ornament (so named for their mascot, Emma Broidery). Created by Brooke Nolan, this little lady would look great on any tree or gift. You can customize her hair color … Read More...
Freebie: Cat in Stripes Cross Stitch
STRETCH!!!! How I even this striped kitty with her full stretch. Yiota’s Cross Stitch has created this whimsical kitty pattern for your tot stitch up. It is the perfect treat for your favorite cat lover. You could stitch it on … Read More...
Favorite Shops: Christmas Pattern Roundup
There are so many talented artist putting out such great patterns now. These are just a few of my favorite artist and the patterns they have for sale for the Christmas Season.
… Read More...Tutorial: Cross Stitch Rocking Chair
As you know by now, I love cross stitched furniture. I just think it is such a clever and cool idea. Case in point, this beautiful rocking chair from Prodigal Pieces. I have this exact rocking chair in its original … Read More...
Freebie: So Very Thankful
I love November. I begin to hunker down for the season, pull out all my stitching and reflect on the past and prepare for the upcoming holidays. Each stitch reminds me of what I am thankful for. Creativekismet created this … Read More...
November Stitch Along
I can’t believe that is it November! Where did October go? A new month means a new stitch along over at Craftster.org. This month’s theme is Vintage, Retro, Nostalgia. Do you wish for the old days? Feel like you … Read More...
Freebie: Felt Sugar Skull Sachets
Dia de los Muertos is coming up right after Halloween. It is wonderful celebration to honor those who have passed on. Rachel at Adventures in Making shares with us both a tutorial and pattern for making one of the key … Read More...
Tutorial: Kitty Flats
When I first saw Charlotte Olympia’s Cat Flats I got excited, then I saw the price and I cried…not just a few tears, but buckets. I wanted them so badly but would never pay that much for a pair of … Read More...
Freebie: J is for Jack o’ Lantern
It is a little less than one week to Halloween! EEEEK! I am not ready! I have so much do to! I blame Shirley at Hudson’s Holiday for my lack of time. She keeps giving us such great freebies! Every … Read More...
Inspiration: Fall Leaves Embroidery
I grew up in an area where the trees put on a spectacular display of color. Leaves of red, yellow and orange scattered the walkway of my favorite path. I have such fond memories of fall in my small southern … Read More...