Below is a piece by Hope Hanley based on a Mantel Cloth from the National Museum of American History at the Smithsonian. The two pieces, similar but not identical are sold as a pair for $98. They are 5″ w x 6″ high. I think they would make a lovely purse finished with black silk velvet bottom. Hope Hanley…
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New Watercolours October ’12
New Watercolour Colors! Watercolours are often used in charted pieces to give a base from which to pull a palette and the more shaded ones work nicely for charted and painted canvases. I refer to it as a comfort food thread. Lots of colors to find several you love and its so easy to stitch with even for those who…
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SharonG’s Stitching Ornament & Squares
Yesterday’s class with Sharon was much fun and the first of many of her Needlepointer’s ornaments are well underway. A nice thing that came from the class are other color combinations and shapes. Sharon brought along some extras and here they are available to all. Click on the caption and there will be more info and ability to order. If…
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Upcoming Classes, lets get stitchin’
Lavender Fields, chart by Kathy Rees of Needle Delights. Taught by Carole Bell. Class will meet four consecutive Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 beginning October 24th. Class fee of $125.00 includes teaching fee, chart, canvas and threads. Stitching level intermediate or determined stitcher with some experience. Lavender fields measures approximately 5 1/4″ x 9 1/2″ and is stitched on 18 count canvas….
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Finished pieces
I think I’ve nearly finished something, which doesn’t happen often enough. Oh I do enjoy silk ribbon, in this case by River Silks. I had hoped this would be an easy stitch and offer as a class but I don’t think I’m prepared to do this. What a difference between working with 4mm silk vs. 7mm, I guess it comes…
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Books by June McKnight
Need some inspiration, an idea or two on how to find an appropriate stitch? June’s books are terrific for this with her clarity of diagrams and written tips. Being small and compact makes them easy to pop in your project bag too. Click on the title for more information and or to purchase. Architectural Stitches The Best Bargello Book …
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