SOTM

ANG has posted the January 2012 information for their Stitch of the Month (SOTM) program. For some reason it's not linked on the regular SOTM page, probably because January 1 is a Sunday and their webmaster won't show up for work until tomorrow. Anyway, here's the direct link to the first lesson if you are a big fan who can't wait!
http://www.needlepoint.org/StitchOfTheMonth/2012/jan.php


Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

Charmer

Just back from the finisher, Santa Baby is one of Eye Candy's seasonal cats.  The model was stitched by Vicky DeAngelis, who is providing a stitch guide for the canvas.
http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2011/12/santa-baby.html


Want to hear Eartha Kitt sing the song that inspired the title of this piece?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DeNhjPaP53I&feature=related


Written by Jane/Chilly
Hollow Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

New Year's Resolutions at Ridgewood

Ridgewood Needlepoint has taken the traditional New Year's Resolution and made it needlepoint-specific!
http://ridgewoodneedlepoint.blogspot.com/2011/12/resolution-stitching-get-motivated-get.html


Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

Spontaneous Art

Do you like bargello or blackwork? Are you fond of cats? Then you need to know about Dakota Rogers whose cats covered in blackwork or bargello patterns are iconic in the world of needlepoint.  However, Dakota is so much more.  She's explored a great many styles of handwork, teaches much of it, and has mastered it all.  If you are interested in band samplers, abstract geometric patterns, or Casalguidi, she has wonderful designs for sale.  It also looks as if she is evolving into dyeing and painting silk fabric.  A very talented lady!  You will have great fun exploring her website, which has everything from her designs to books, threads and even baskets for sale.  Even if you are familiar with her work, you are going to be surprised with the depth and breadth of her needle art.  It's a fun visit to a real talent and perfect for this lazy day that starts 2012.
http://www.dakotarogers.com/Site/Welcome.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com