This monogram project originated as a local guild summer challenge (2021). I’ve been inspired by Charles Henry and his partner Elin. They are in France and make some of the most beautiful architectural embroidery designs. Eventually I want to embroider one of their pieces but I’m having trouble deciding which one. Instead I’ve decided to…
On 2021 Despite all of the weird things happening in the world around us, 2021 was a pretty good year. There is so much to be thankful for - being well, spending time with family, gardening, stitching, enjoying the outdoors... I spent a lot of time at home and it was nice to be able…
Embroidery is not for those who like instant gratification! Some projects take just a darn long time to finish. This piece is the perfect example - it sat for 4 years in my stash because I didn't know what crewelwork even was (other than I really liked the style). THEN, after I figured it out…
Thank goodness for cold weather (I never thought I’d say it out loud tho)! With it being so gosh darn cold outside, I’ve had plenty of time to stitch! There’s been a whirl wind of activity since it got cold outside - I've worked hard finishing off some older projects and kitting up and starting…
Hello everyone and happy December to you all! There’s a flurry of stitching in my house these days! Christmas is coming and my “WIP” list doesn’t seem to reduce much in size, but it gets refreshed quite often - LOL! From my family to yours, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and all…
I have been a busy stitcher this past month and have made great strides on my journal. I have been primarily stitching poems and the written word elements for the pages There’s still lots to do, but significant progress has been made. I’ve spent more time in contemplation on the layouts and design elements…
A tisket, a tasket, a lovely embroidered tuffet! Learn how to finish your own tuffet pincushion here! This is a 6 segment pincusion, but you can do the same process with more! Materials Your finished tuffet top (or pie) (make sure the top is interfaced) Backing fabric (wool felt, quilting cotton, etc.) Crushed walnut shells…
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…
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…
The Needlesmith Embroidery Designs 