I love books.
I probably have more books than I actually need, but I simply can’t part with them :-)
I thought it would be fun to go through my bookshelf and share some of my favorite needlework books with you, my favorite readers!
My first pick is “Glorious Needlepoint” by Kaffe Fassett.
It’s a rich, beautifully designed and […]
guest post by Mary Emma Allen of Quilting & Patchwork
Needlework has long been a necessary, yet relaxing activity, generally for women although some men have expertise in this area. Women have engaged in sewing, quiltmaking, crocheting, knitting, tatting and embroidery to provide clothing, bedding, and other household items throughout the ages. Even when they can […]
If I didn’t, I wouldn’t have an excuse to buy more fabric.
Because fabric is pretty!
I like to wear unique things.
Off the rack clothing can be a challenge to fit sometimes (I’ve got a long waist).
I can make sure that my blouses & shirts are long enough.
And my pants & skirts don’t gap at the back […]
Hello all, I just wanted to post a brief introduction before I get to posting. First of all, thank you Cathy for doing such a great job!
I’m a professional artist (mainly art quilts) designer & puppeteer. I’ve been sewing most of my own clothes since my teens, and have branched into lots of different areas […]
Today let’s talk about something we all know but might not think about very often - needlework as a health benefit. I know that any excuse to do my favorite needlework will do!
Just thinking about picking up my latest project gives me a sense of peace and calm. How about you? Don’t […]
Today, Joan Hawley tells us why, if sewing is your new passion, quilt shops should be your new girlfriend.
If you are new to sewing, then I have a secret to share with you. Are you interested in purse patterns to make your own fabulous handbag, pocketbook, clutch or tote? Want to embellish ready-made garments for […]
It appears that I’m not the only one thinking about butterflies and spring. Noreen over at Hankering for Yarn has butterflies on her mind too.
Making butterflies or things with butterflies or even thinking about butterflies really brightens a dreary winter day!
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Setting the pattern: Adventures in sewing and stitching and the artful use of fabric and fiber
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