Threadworx, is fast becoming one of the most innovative thread companies around. Not only are they creating amazing threads, they have also come out with Threadworx Journal, a bi-monthly ezine, that sets a new standard in what can be done with needlepoint and new technology.
Best of all subscribing to this full-color publication is free.
The Journal is as treasure trove of ideas and information. There is a What’s New? section which has close-up pictures of all the new colors. These are done by thread and then by color. The pictures are very clear and have the names of the colors on the right. I love having this as a reference. There’s one thing I’d add though, the color numbers after the names, since many shops list them only by the numbers.
This issue also had reviews of two classic books, now available as ebooks, some great ideas for stash organization, and a wonderful article about the charting software used for the magazine.
The heart of Threadworx Journal is the stitch guides. They come in two types, “Keepin’ it simple,” for beginners, and “A bit more to it,” which uses more stitches and puts an emphasis on studying the fiber and its effects. In this issue there is Brrr, a Tent Stitch and beading color study, a Quick Stitch keyring based on as child’s drawing, and a glorious cardinal, using Legacy, this month’s featured thread.
The cardinal is one of my favorite birds and this project looks like so much fun. Two techniques are highlighted here with detailed instructions. You’ll learn how to color the canvas (the design is also available as a painted canvas from Danji or as a chart in the magazine) and get complete instructions for stitching the piece. Side columns include tips to make your stitching easier. Bets of all there are detailed instructions for creating a feathery effect using this thread. Each bird in the series will have this kind of detailed information on a featured thread.
Last, but not least, there is a resource section. In this issue, it’s a table of threads and grounds, so you can pick the right thread for your project.
The next issue releases April 1 and will have a hummingbird as the bird. There are also special subscriber bonuses.
Tuesday, there will be a designer profile of the editor, Beth Kindler Hendzlik.
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