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Archive for the ‘Needlework in Culture’ Category

August 20th, 2007

miniature art

And now for something completely non-wedding related :-)

There are a lot of fiber artists & quilter who are experimenting with “inchies” or miniature work of fiber art these days.  How about seeing what 15,000 2″X2″ unique pieces of art look like?
The Human Pixel Project is a world-wide art project, with 1500 artists currently represented!  Artists […]

By Chloe -- 0 comments

July 16th, 2007

The Quilt of Belonging

Normally I try and not post about quilts too much, after all, we’ve got a wonderful quilt blogger - Mary Emma, over at Quilting & Patchwork, but I had to share this with you all:

That photo is of the “Quilt of Belonging”, a massive tapestry measuring 120 feet long and 10 feet high! It […]

By Chloe -- 3 comments

July 8th, 2007

inspiration from the fashion world

I was going through photos of the recent Haute Couture fashion shows in Paris for my other blog, Her Accessories, and noticed some amazing pieces of clothing.
Check out the embroidery on this jacket from designer Franck Sorbier:

Isn’t that spectacular?
This dress is also by Franck Sorbier:

I’m not sure if it’s beaded or embroidered… but I’d love […]

By Chloe -- 0 comments

September 12th, 2006

Why Needlework is Good For Your Health

People who enjoy stitching have for a long time known the benefits needlework brings. There are many reasons why people choose use their leisure time to stitch, but there are also many reasons why this is good for them!
Engaging in a craft such as needlework causes the embroiderer to slow down, and concentrate on the […]

By Cathy -- 0 comments

June 1st, 2006

Mouse Floss and the End of the World

Well, maybe not the end of the world. Last evening in a break from needlework, but still feeling crafty and creative, I wheedled an armful of assorted old computer bits from HB. I wanted to make a mobile/windchimes thing-a-ma-bob, and only use stuff I already had. I think I achieved a post-apocalyptic […]

By Deb -- 0 comments

May 21st, 2006

Stitching the movies, Da Vinci Code

Well, with all the hype over this movie, how could I not mention it? Especially since we bought a a copy of the book and I plan on hiding from the family today to read it. :)

With all the talk of Templars and the Catholic Church, you may be feeling an itching in […]

By Deb -- 2 comments

May 16th, 2006

Travel Interview

As a bit of an interjection in the usual type of post around here, I’m pleased to say Mary Jo over at Fly Away Cafe has posted up the interview she did with me. :) Mary Jo is a fun woman, and always has something interesting, entertaining and/or informative to share with everyone about travelling […]

By Deb -- 2 comments