Mindy Goes Abstract

If you are a fan of intricate pattern or abstracts, you'll want to explore some of Mindy's canvases.  Nimble Needle in New Jersey has showcased several of Mindy's colorful pieces in various styles on their blog, which is worth reading.
http://thenimbleneedle.blogspot.com/2014/09/mindy-pattern-color-and-complexity.html

If you are not familiar with Mindy's work, please visit her website for an enjoyable browse.  Mindy owns a shop as well as designing, so you can order directly from her if your local shop doesn't stock her work.
http://www.mindysneedlepoint.com

 Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright September 6, 2014 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

I Want to Borrow Kathy's Dad

When you see all the work Kathy's dad did to make her floor stand more stable so she could use slate frames on them, you will want to borrow him, too! 
http://www.theunbrokenthread.com/blog/2014/09/03/a-better-stand-thanks-to-dad/

Slate frames are large and heavy.  You can see one being set up here by Mary Corbert.
http://www.needlenthread.com/2008/07/dressing-slate-frame-for-embroidery.html

Here is the NeedleNeeds website in case you wish to explore their floor stands.  This is a United Kingdom company, by the way, which is why they aren't a familiar name to needlepointers in the States.
http://www.needleneeds.co.uk/store/needlework-stands-frames/10-necessaire-floor-stand.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright September 3, 2014 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.