Arlee over on Albedo Design has an interesting question/discussion on planning and using visual journals . I am going to chip in my two cents worth here because my ideas on this are too long to be left as a simple comment. I think most people when they look at …
Exemplum Samplers run by Rob Firth who not only deals in antique samplers but also provides information about the history, the meaning of motifs, the care and value of samplers in this fascinating area of textile practice. The site also houses a showcase of samplers with their background information.
The Caron site has a very good article on Samplers Through the Ages by Rita Vainius. The history and making of samplers has held a long fascination for me in part because they are a form of storing cultural information that we do not always think of. When you think …
There is still a bit of bookmark clean out going on here. Yesterday I rediscovered the site of the International Free Form Crochet Guild has a email discussion group which encourages skill development in free form crochet. This site also hosts a showcase gallery of designs including works by Margaret …
My mail box is full in both senses of the word, literally as Dee Stark’s invitee’s block arrived for the All that Jazz Katrina Survivor Quilt and votes are flowing in at a great rate arriving in my inbox. I have yet to reply to some but I am working …
Every month the Scriptorium offers shareware versions of fonts. For anyone who is looking for text to use on an embroidery or crazy quilted project or designing a needlework sampler, or simply looking for some fresh ideas to spice up a visual journal fonts are a great source of inspiration.
Norwegian Hardanger Embroidery A Soothing Needle Art for the Soul by Lucy Lyons Willis is a comprehensive article about this very precise technique.
