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The Kreinik Thread Blog introduces us to Japan Thread. The blog says,
… Read More...Today Kreinik makes Japan Threads that have a percentage of real metal in them, but are primarily synthetic so that they are long-lasting, non-tarnishing, inexpensive, and easy to
Kay Hickman has posted an article on Bernina Blog explaining how to turn a machine-embroidered satin stitch into fluffy tufted satin stitch. See her tute.
I LOVE this idea from Funk & Weber Designs. See anything wrong with this American flag? Well, just stare at it for a while and then look at a white surface, and you’ll see Old Glory in all her … Read More...
I’m so pleased to discover Rimal Publications, a publishing house in Cyprus that specializes in books “that introduce readers to the unique cultural richness of the Middle East and the Eastern Mediterranean.” Ali Shawwa of Rimal alerted us to … Read More...
Holy smokes! Look what I found! A new site devoted to “all things needlework”: Needle Knowledge. The site has four main areas–Knitting & Crochet, Embroidery & Needlework, Sewing & Quilting, and Knowledge Nuggets. My personal interests hit each of … Read More...
Unbelievable! Jennifer Andrews of Children Playing with Fire is giving away an original hand-embroidered portrait! Maybe of you! She says,
… Read More...If you would like an embroidered portrait of yourself (by me), then here is your chance. Just leave a comment
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread solves the problem of how to get a sharp point in satin stitch. See her tute.
Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting is sharing a tutorial for basic shisha–attaching tiny mirrors to fabric with embroidery. See the tute.
This is what happens when SharonB gets ahold of humble ricrac. Get the details of this seam treatment from her Pin Tangle blog post.
I love Bascom Hogue so hard. His blogging, his stitchy creations…his brain. He has changed the name of his blog to Corndogs for the Devil. Go there now.
Jacquelynne of The Noble Wife is sharing five beautiful summer hand-embroidery patterns. Go download them all! (Personal use only, please.)
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread explains how to remove couched metal thread from a goldwork piece without damaging the ground fabric. See her post.
Jeanine of Knots in Thread describes the challenges of reproducing endangered butterflies in freestanding machine embroidery. Check out her post.
The Urban Threads e-newsletter announced this great freebie:
… Read More...Own the label of Mad Scientist with this electric green-and-purple design! It’ll be just the thing for that lab coat or capacitor cozy. As a little Tesla-birthday-party-favor, we’re giving it away for
I’m laughing while loving this original embroidery of “an emblem for the unionized Jedi order” by Embroidernerd. She stitched the piece for the Stitch Wars Strikes Back group show at Bear and Bird gallery in Florida. Get all the … Read More...
Check out the amazing applique on this child’s quilt by Mardi of Mardi Meanderings. I mean it. Go look at all the photos. You’ll love the details–especially the boxcar with a door that opens to reveal…well, see for yourself. … Read More...
Zinaida of Hearty Craft shares her technique for stitching raised raspberries using a scrap of felt and bullion knots. The post is translated to English and includes a link (under the third photo) to a free raspberry-pot design. Go to … Read More...
Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs has released a new set of four related needlelace patterns. She says,
… Read More...This is a modern Scottish Thistle design based on Padded Needlelace. (commonly used in Raised Elizabethan designs) Pockets of Needle Lace are
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
