I have had a bit of an ongoing conversation with Tao who left a comment on on this post . I thought I would highlight it and come to the defence of valuing, studying and collecting needlework samplers. People find the destruction of these cultural objects offensive because they are …
Just a reminder this morning being the first of the month do swing over to the 6 x 4 lives and see what people have made in the way of fabric postcards. I have been enjoying watching what people produce. Also Annie Whitsed of Annies Crazy World has images of …
Ginger Summit’s site Needleweaver’s Studio contains heaps of information about needleweaving with beads. The site hosts 10 needleweaving lessons and a pattern for a necklace project. There is also a showcase and don’t miss the inspiration page
Folk costumes and the embroidery on them is a fascinating area of textiles. It is not just the sheer quantity of embellishment that some clothing carries but the traditions associated with such garments. Unlike our buy it at some chain store, wear it and toss it the following year because …
Last night I loaded my February effort for the 6 x 4 lives fabric postcard challenge. (As usual click on the post card and it will take you to the flickr site where you can see a larger version) In case people are unaware of this challenge the idea is …
Platial.com is a recently launched site which describes itself as a free, social, collaborative atlas for everyone to share information about their favorite places. OK you might ask what can that be used for and why do it? Places have stories associated with them. They come alive because of their …
If you don’t know the difference between Tapestry and Chenille needles or what a milliner needle is this handy Hand Needle guide explains and illustrates the difference.
