Hi all. I want you to imagine me as here I sit on my whirly chair waving in four directions sending my best wishes to everyone no matter what religion you follow. In January I will have written this blog for 9 years but I still get a childish delight …
Stitching Sample 597 is found on part 42 of The for Love of Stitching Band Sampler. It is a section of freeform embroidery in which I also added beads to a mix of hand embroidery stitches. Stitches Used: Straight stitch, Satin stitch, French knots, Cross stitch, Rice stitch, Square Boss, Bullion knots …
I have nothing to report this week. I am sure readers will understand as I have been organising stuff for Christmas. Since I cant share that stuff I am still opening this area as promised, so others can share their work in progress. Join in Work in Progress Wednesdays and …
You can use Knotted Cable chain as a linear stitch on both plain and even-weave fabrics. The texture of the knot between chain stitches creates an interesting textured line. As with basic chain stitch, this version follows curves well, and can even be worked solidly as a filling stitch. A …
This seam is on block 63 of the I dropped the Button Box Quilt. I covered the seam with hand dyed lace which I did using procion dyes. I then added blue seed beads and few straight stitches on the flowers. I used perle #8 cotton. What is the story? …
This area is found on part 42 of The for Love of Stitching Band Sampler. As you can see it is another little journal component as I was a little concerned when I heard H1N1 was declared a pandemic. Stitches Used: Back stitch Thread: Perle #8 perle cotton Fabric: Linda …
I am stepping out of my usual pattern in order to think about goal setting. So make a cuppa, and leave a comment if you have other approaches or tips to share. Many people think of New Year resolutions as simply a silly list of things to do that we …
