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Plying Hard-to-strip Threads

Saturday, March 13, 2010
Plying Hard-to-strip Threads

Gloriana’s Lorikeet hand-dyed wool is one of my favorite threads. But it has two strikes against it when it comes to plying it for stitching. First, it is a very soft wool (of course, that’s one of the things I like best about it). Second, it’s hand-dyed. Both of these things make the wool... »

Keeping Hands Soft and Smooth while Stitching

Friday, March 12, 2010
Keeping Hands Soft and Smooth while Stitching

What is a jar of mayonnaise doing on a needlepoint blog? It’s there to remind you that soft and smooth hands are essential to good needlework. If your hands aren’t smooth many threads will catch and some, such a Trebizond or Silk Serica, can become... »

Needlecases

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Originally posted 2006-06-19 22:35:10. Republished by Blog Post PromoterI wanted to tell you about my most recent stitch guide, a charming needlecase from Whimsy & grace. I’m partway through stitching it and I’m having so much fun. Whimsy & grace has a whole series... »


Publicize your Guild & Promote Needlepoint

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Originally posted 2008-09-13 06:46:25. Republished by Blog Post PromoterThe success of the recent Stitch in Public Day has gotten me thinking about ways to promote needlework. Here are some... »

Textured Stitch Cyberclass

Thursday, March 11, 2010
Textured Stitch Cyberclass

Learning new stitches and making something lovely is a double win for needlepointers. When the canvas is as delightful as this little kimono from Patt & Lee Designs, that’s... »

Types of Color Schemes

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Originally posted 2003-10-08 07:14:47. Republished by Blog Post PromoterTYPES OF COLOR SCHEMES Color schemes are so fascinating to me. You can spend a lifetime jiggling with them and... »

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