A History of Needlepoint

Thorn Alexander has posted what they call "A Quick History of Needlepoint" on their blog. It's a fun read.

https://thornalexanderstyle.com/needlepoint/needlepoint-history-from-necessary-to-nobel?fbclid=IwAR3mSXIpYb58r6SgT_yyEibqL7T2RMaTjd29Yv-4RdWqEh8K43Zc_F-Kq2Q

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© Copyright October 21, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

An Interview with Brooke of Thorn Alexander

Shannan at the Bobbin and Fred blog has been interviewing younger designers like herself, particularly needlepoint ones. Today's interview is a fun one with Brooke Thorn or Thorne Alexander.
https://www.sewingwithbobbinandfred.co.uk/2019/03/lets-meet-brooke-of-thorn-alexander.html

You can see the Thorn Alexander line on their website.
https://thornalexander.com

You can see Vogue's 73 Questions with Amy Adams here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeKBv6nR3AY

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You Do You

The mother of Brooke Thorn of Thorn Alexander has words of wisdom about needlepoint.
https://www.triciaheatondesigns.com/blog/2019/3/3/dear-new-stitchers?fbclid=IwAR3n-RzsBo4uRa-0v7kHJ3gZFSPTgglR2dq74SzNhfrtxlWtVslT2oICQ1Y

Thanks for the heads up, Anne!

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Thorn Alexander Raises Money for African Children

"A Kit for Kenya" is coming in May from Thorn Alexander. It's a fund raiser for The Leo Project, and for Flying Kites,  both of which raise money for African children,
https://www.facebook.com/1602091103365745/photos/a.1626687557572766/2291190424455806/?type=3&theater

https://thornalexander.com/collections/just-kitting/products/a-kit-for-kenya-the-leo-project-pre-order?fbclid=IwAR1u-HE_heEuqaZzSpKPwJwka2ZRdXWe-4L8t2WU7RPlHlg_odCaU0BxxR0

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© Copyright March 2, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Travel Tips for Needlepointers

Brooke Thorn of Thorn Alexander travels a lot.  She took the time to write up a few of her best travel tips for those going places with needlepoint on her blog.  The idea to stitch your travel destination in the background of your travel project is genius!
https://thornalexander.com/blogs/a-tint-of-taupe-modern-musings-by-a-millenial-stitcher/stitching-on-the-fly-how-to-travel-with-your-projects

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© Copyright March 4, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Breaking News: Tess and Thorn Break Up UPDATED

Tess and Thorn have announced their needlepoint design company has evolved into two different companies: Brooke Thorn McGowan is now thorn alexander while Tess Nagle is now Tess Kvale at Pewter and Pine Needlepoint Design.  I haven't found websites yet but it's early to have all that set up.

UPDATE:  Pewter and Pine Needlepoint Design has a Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/pewterandpine/

I wish both designers great success as they grown and change.

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© Copyright August 22, 2017 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.