Beautiful Recycling of Old Ribbon Sampler

These ribbon samplers were all the rage in the 1990-2000 era.  This one was framed and glued onto backing, but it's been recycled into the back of a barn coat.  It looks magnificent!  (Click the right arrow to see the original being unglued as much as possible.)

https://www.instagram.com/p/DZOCgCsEXFg/?img_index=1

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright June 6, 2026 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Julie Pischke Conch House Purse

Here's another custom leather purse, finished at Pinnel Custom Leather.  

https://www.instagram.com/p/DZKoGk-O7T0/

Worth every penny!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright June 6, 2026 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A Needle Threader for Thicker Threads

Someone on Facebook recommends this needle threader from Clover for wool threads.  Looks like they are using tapestry wool, the sort that comes from Ehrman kits.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=27035255362763347&set=gm.1658430968714474&idorvanity=1012025060021738

Apparently this is called the Clover Antique Yarn Threader.  Shop around.  These tools vary greatly in price.  This one cost from less than $8 to $18, depending on the vendor.

https://www.amazon.com/Clover-3114-Antique-Yarn-Threader/dp/B000GBT9JG/ref=asc_df_B000GBT9JG?tag=bngsmtphsnus-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80058400531633&hvnetw=s&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=91304&hvtargid=pla-4583657885298860&psc=1&msclkid=768302f639d21703df2768d61c7bd57e

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright June 3, 2026 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Breaking News: The Classic Stitch Has a New Owner (Almost)

The Classic Stitch in Winnetka, Illinois will change hands in September 2026.  The new owner will be Third Coast Stitches!  Third Coast also plans to open a third new shop in Spring 2027 in Wayzata, Minnesota.  Big moves and big plans.  Stop in at The Classic Stitch before too long to wish Jane H. a fun retirement, folks.  She's been a stalwart needlepoint supporter for us all!

https://www.instagram.com/p/Db9MFLeHdBq/?img_index=1

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright August 13, 2026 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Thread Organizer Boxes

The Stitch Sloth is selling acrylic thread organizer boxes.  Hopefully by the time this publishes, all the different types will be back in stock.

https://shopstitchsloth.com/collections/acrylic-boxes

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright June 2, 2026 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.