March 8, 2010
Step into Spring!
We are excited to carry the full line of the new Elizabeth Bradley needlepoint kits — the Blooms series. Created by Kirk & Hamilton for Elizabeth Bradley, these needlepoint designs feature fresh, brilliant colors and we just love the bright, new look.
Similar to the Elizabeth Bradley “Classics,” the “Blooms” kits let you choose the background color you want for a custom look. So far, we’re in love with Duck Egg blue (shown on the Camellia Blossom above) and the Pale Lime green, but there are 8 different ones to choose from. You can stitch each kit on a different background color and join as a rug for a unique, checkered look that would be any stitcher’s crowning achievement!!
There are four new designs currently available in the shop, but new designs will be released in upcoming months. Keep your eyes out for these fantastic new needlepoint kits!
November 10, 2009
Nancy has been diligently stitching the Nativity pieces from Amy Bunger’s club and many have returned from the finisher. They are simply outstanding!
October 30, 2009
"Think thread" in blue against blue background
From Melissa: “Marilyn recently came back from a class with Julie Pischke where she was introduced to the process called a “think thread.”
This is a method of stitching the negative space around your figures on the canvas. The idea is to use a thread in slight contrast to your background — it really makes your figures “pop.” I used a variegated Gumnet Blossoms for my piece, but it works well with any thread that has some variation. My background will ultimately be a solid blue wool.
A HUGE added bonus I discovered while using a “think thread” was that my compensating of decorative stitches was so much easier. Since the “think thread” is stitched first in a basic tent stitch, it was now so easy to color in the lines.”
October 23, 2009
The Amanda Lawford Trunk Show arrived — new canvases!
We have a good smattering of what makes Amanda’s line so unique — great Christmas, whimsical cats and dogs and “sea and shore” designs. Of course, she sent some of her famous Santas as well. For those unfamiliar with her Santas, these pieces come in a variety of sizes including her biggest at 30″ tall.
Stop by and see what she has to offer & enjoy 20% off her canvases!
October 16, 2009
We posted a blog piece about Laura’s needlepoint pillow of a Kelly Clark topiary that she was working on back in May: click here to read the previous post
Her piece came back from the finisher and looks beautiful!
With the rich pink trim that complements the design, Laura did a great job and writes:
“I finally finished it (I’ve been working on & off on the Kelly Clark topiaries for the past year). I’m so happy it’s done and I love the way it turned out. Don’t you love it when the finished piece comes back? You think, ‘Did I do that? How fabulous!’ ”
