Quick Notes

Just wanted to remind everyone that Gay Ann Rogers is continuing to post tips for improving needlework for stitchers of all abilities on her website. This is a run-up to her releasing her next big counted project, the portrait of Catherine the Great, in early May.  When that happens, the tips will disappear so read through them now.  The latest lesson is featured on this page, but you can read them all by clicking on the various buttons at the bottom left side of the page.
http://www.gayannrogers.com/lessons.html

If you aren't familiar with Gay Ann Rogers' counted canvaswork portraits, check out this video featuring her Queen Elizabeth I along with two smaller portraits of Mary, Queen of Scots and Bess of Hardwick.  She says Catherine will be much more opulent in keeping with her style and her age.
https://vimeo.com/31689238

In other news, I am posting a lot of new stitch guide information on the CH Stitch Guides blog this month.  Guides are available everywhere these days!  Don't forget to check in periodically to keep up with stitch guide news or just find out how to contact the stitch guide writer you want to reach.  To go there, just click on the photo of the magic carpet in the right hand column of this page.  You'll magically be transported to that blog.  Click on the magic carpet there and you will fly back to Blog.

I'm also planning to blog stitch a piece once I finish my current project.  Stay tuned for that announcement shortly....

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright April 9, 2015 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Ultimate Thread Travel Case

Periodically I get junk mail from eBay that highlights popular items on the site. Some days I look to see what they are promoting and today's message mentioned these traveling makeup suitcases.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/311092653334

I looked at the photos and thought THREADS! Wouldn't this be the perfect way to pack several projects and all their threads and tools for a long trip in an RV or on a cruise?  For some folks it might also work well as stash storage.  Anyway, I thought I'd mention this for those who have summer travel plans that require lots of project storage.  I don't know if this is a good price or the quality of the suitcase but here it is for your viewing pleasure.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright March 30,  2015 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Surgeon Stitched

Tara found this obituary of a surgeon in Chicago who took up needlepoint as a form of relaxation from his stressful job.  It's an interesting read as Dr. Irwin Williger lead a fascinating life apart from his needlepoint.  Surgeons often turn to needlework.  Dr. Donn is a much loved member of the ANG email list always able for consults on whether surgical tools are good for needlework, for example.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/obituaries/ct-irwin-williger-obituary-met-20150319-story.html

I love it when stitchers turn out to be totally different than the stereotypical little old lady.  Thanks for the tip, Tara!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright March 22, 2015 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.