Outlines – Vases, picture frames and books Start first by stitching the outlines for the vases then move to the picture frames. Finish by adding the book outlines. botanical-bookshelf-part-2Download You can use the sample pattern as provided or you can chart your own design using the different vase outlines in the Steady Thread weekly patterns…
This piece was inspired by the patterns designed by Clare Bradshaw for The Steady Thread 2020 and 2021 SALs and modifications (mods) made by members of the Steady Thread facebook group (link below). Ms. Bradshaw has given permission to our guild to use freely her blackwork designs for both of these stitch-a-longs (SALs) for this…
I have been working away on two different strawberry projects. The first (which has become a long term) project is the Erica Michael’s “Twelve Days of Christmas” Strawberries. Eventually I will finish my berries... Sigh…. Although I love these little berries, it has been a slow go as I only work on them once in…
Welcome back to embroidery journal project! It’s hard to imagine that this project is in its second, and hopefully, last year. I’d like to finish my journal by May 2022 with the possibility of entering it into the EAC Seminar Members Exhibition. And honestly, I need a good, hard deadline so I can make sure…
I’d planned a tutorial on how to finish a bell pull but didn’t quite get my ducks in a row. Oops! I was more than half way done before I realized that I didn’t take any progress photos. So instead of a tutorial, I’ve taken some close ups of the finished bell pull with commentary…
I am always looking for stitching projects that I can work on in the winter when the lighting is not as good. This needlepoint piece "Paisley" by The Coleshill Collection was just the right one last winter. I've had this piece languising in my stash for quite some time and was very happy to put…
This piece was just pure fun to stitch - just the treat I needed after working on some intense goldwork projects! This lovely little piece is designed by Natalie Dupuis (Sew by Hand)! How can one resist this sweet little snail with his watch part shell? I could not! Here's a direct link to Natalie's…
May was the month of new projects. Five new workshops and five new project pieces. All done online from the comfort of my own studio! I'm a big convert - I love online classes!! Why? I have it all right here - proper lighting and stitching set up (and instant access to my stash), my…
Stash busting fun!! This piece has been kitted and sitting in my stash for quite some time. I love Charley Harper and his cardinal designs have always been a particular favourite. When I realized that I could purchase painted canvases and stitch guides - I immediately added a couple to my stash for future stitching.…
From May 2021 Did someone say squirrel? I think so! As per my usual, new projects and workshops have caught my attention and have taken me all directions! A lot was accomplished in April, but alas, I am taking the onslaught of new projects in stride. Taking breaks is important - as each workshop ends,…
The Needlesmith Embroidery Designs 