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 inspiration for this project came to me during one of my frequent web dives. I have always been a Tolkein fan - what better a way there would be to stitch a wee bit of the Hobbit lore! There are a few different versions of the map on the web, but I was drawn…
Ink jet printer meets hand embroidery... and they become friends! I love being able to use modern tools to assist with the embroidery process. Printing designs right onto fabric is a game changer - especially for small designs. Freezer paper has made the leap into craftland! I remember my mother using it to wrap meat…
From January 2021... Cross stitch temperature stitch projects seem to be all the rage this year (and last year too). This is my own "surface embroidery" take on a super cool idea. This project was kicked off in January 2021 with our local guild! I wanted the time commitment to be relatively low for this…
This post is from November 2020 ... It’s been a busy few weeks! I’ve got a few pages done for my goldwork journal and have some progress pictures to share! My or nue piece! This little fellow is only 2 1/2" tall by 2" wide. Getting started"L" is for LisaSlow and steady - it's amazing…
This post is from November 2020... Hi there everyone, a lot has happened in the past couple of weeks... I’ve started my Trish Burr journal and have made a short video on the process. It’s been quite fun planning this project and getting ready to stitch - and now I am ready!! I found some awesome…
The project list is about to grow - exponentially! I’ve done a crazy thing and have signed up for yet another event in May (in addition to the Natalie Dupuis workshop and EAC Seminar). The Crewelwork Company is holding their Lady Anne’s Retreat virtually this year and - well - I just couldn’t help myself.…
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