Pulled Thread Wings

Ruth Schmuff is working on her Fall Mystery Class at Bedecked and Beadazzled.   The class is Winter Flying Fairy, by Lulu My Pink Turtle.  

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2023/12/who-likes-to-knit/

Besides all the fun stuff, Ruth has created pulled stitch wings.  Want to learn how she did it?  Visit this YouTube video.  As always, Ruth makes it easy to understand. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSfeDmNeb_s&t=1s

The Royal School of Needlework's Stitch Bank has quite a few examples of Pulled Thread Stitches for you to browse.  Note that some are eyelets, not what we think of Pulled Thread, and some will look different on needlepoint canvas than on the linen ground material the examples are on.

https://rsnstitchbank.org/?/technique/pulled-thread

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright December 13, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Winter Flying Fairy Mystery

The winter mystery class at Bedecked and Beadazzled has been announced:  It is Lulu my Pink Turtle's "Winter Flying Fairy."

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2023/09/winter-mystery-class/

Ruth has all sorts of options for taking the class in person, with or without zoom, or at home.  Just sign up soon so Ruth can get the canvases.  As always, once the class starts and Ruth posts updates, I'll add them below.

In the first session, Ruth sets the stage with snowflakes in the background and a face for the fairy.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2023/11/setting-stage/

Nest, the fairy has knit gloves, a hat and a scarf, all different.  Plus Ruth creates a fuzzy cat and a pulled stitch wing.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2023/12/who-likes-to-knit/

Finally, the fairy has her fur and some background sequins, making her a quick and easy wintery design.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2024/01/easy-drama/

And here she is finished two different ways!

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2024/12/fairies/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright September 24, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The October 2020 Mystery Class from Ruth Schmuff—Steampunk Mer-Fairy

If you love Halloween and want to take a mystery class in October-November 2020, Ruth Schmuff has you covered.  Ruth's next mystery class will be this Halloween mermaid/steampunk/Day of the Dead cutie from Lulu My Pink Fairy.
https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2020/09/steampunk-fairy/

And we have background!  (and a face)

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2020/10/easy-peasy-lesson-one/

The mermaid has really cute (and easy) hair.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2020/10/curls/

The tiny skulls are beaded, the tail has sections of different patterns, there are flowers in her hair, and the bra is fabulous!

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2020/11/fashion-forward-b/

Here is the finished version, framed with a tin frame and also finished as a standup.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2023/10/steampunk-fairy-ready-for-curtain-call/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright Sept. 1, 2020 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Holiday Mystery: Girl with a Deer

Ruth Schmuff of Bedecked and Beadazzled has just announced the holiday mystery for 2019: Blu My Pink Turtle's "Girl with a Deer."  The details are on Ruth's blog.  As usual, I'll update this as Ruth posts about each lesson.  It's always fun to see what she comes up with.
https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2019/10/holiday-mystery-class/

Ruth's posted a hints video about lesson one.
https://www.facebook.com/bedeckedandbeadazzled/videos/500312040562072/

The first lesson is all about the deer.
https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2019/11/sweetness-overload/

Now we have the little girl stitched and snow on the tree.  AND Ruth posted a video to teach us how to ruche Petite Frosty Rays.
https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2019/12/what-a-cutie-pie/

She's done!  That background is fabulous!
https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2019/12/shes-finished/

Now we eagerly await a photo of this piece finished as a standup.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2021/12/sparkly-shiny-holidays/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright October 26, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Floor Stands, Lights and Magnifiers in Use UPDATED

Sheena just got back from one of Bedecked and Beadazzled's great classes. This one was a flamingo canvas from Lulu My Pink Turtle and it looks fabulous.  Flamingos have been all the rage (along with llamas) at the Orlando NTA show, so Ruth is on trend with this darling piece.
https://www.sheenasstitches.com/flamingo-fun/

Besides the class project and some other fun items, Sheena took good photos of the various lights, magnifiers and floor or table stands folks used.  It's a great way to see the System 4, the K's floor stand, the Dublin Craft Magnifier and the Duo Lamp in action.  After all, the best stand, light or magnifier is the one that works in your stitching nest!

Thanks for the great shots of the fabulous stands, lights and magnifiers, Sheena!

UPDATE:  The Needlepointer has a little video up showing a K's metal floor stand in use.  Very helpful!
https://vimeo.com/303822921

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright April 1, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Frida in Needlepoint UPDATED

Thorn Alexander's Frida Portrait

Bobbin and Fred is in love with needle art portraits of Frida Kahlo.  One of her favorites is available as a printed canvas from Art Needlepoint.
https://www.sewingwithbobbinandfred.co.uk/2018/08/frida-fever-five-fantastic-kahlos.html

The first Frida Kahlo portrait in painted canvas I know about is Melissa Shirley's from her Wild Women series.
https://rittenhouseneedlepoint.com/canvas/people/frida-kahlo-wild-woman.html

Melissa also has the Frida chick from Vicki Sawyer, which makes me smile every time I see it.  Bet this hen rules the roost!
https://www.annieandco.com/products/melissa-shirley-vs146

Lulu My Pink Turtle has several Frida portraits for those who are more whimsical.
https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/product/frida-dia-de-los-muertos/

http://www.stitchtherapyneedlepoint.com/feature.php?id=46736&title=Frida%20Mermaid&itemtype=hand%20painted%20canvases

http://www.stitchtherapyneedlepoint.com/feature.php?id=32762&title=Viva%20Frida&itemtype=hand%20painted%20canvases

Bailey Jack (distributed by And More) has a butterfly portrait of Frida.
http://yarntree.typepad.com/needlework_news/2017/05/frida-and-butterflies.html

Maren Devine has my favorite Frida portrait.  Kate Dickerson distributes her work.
https://www.louisesneedlework.com/shop/NEW/p/Frida-Kahlo-x34538040.htm

I'm sure there are more Frida needlepoint canvases available.  If you know of one, please tell me in the Comments or email me at chillyhollow at hot maildotcom if Google won't let you comment today.

UDPATE:  Mary Ann found this limited edition Frida pictured above from Thorn Alexander.  It's not on their website so it may no longer be available.  So I posted the photo Mary Ann found for us.  Thanks, MA!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright August 8, 2018 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Angel Queen Hearts (A Winter Mystery)

The latest shop e-newsletter for Bedecked and Beaddazzled has revealed the Winter 2017 mystery class from Ruth Schmuff--Lulu My Pink Turtle's Angel Queen Hearts!  This is a 10 inch square design on 18 count, so there is a lot of room to run wild. And you know Ruth--"Run Wild" is her motto!
http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2016/12/a-new-lulu-for-new-year.html

As always with Ruth's mystery classes, I'll update this article with links to her class progress photos so you can see all the fun.

UPDATE:  Ruth starts the same way I do, with faces and backgrounds.  The background especially is a charmer, plus she does the wings.  I alway find wings hard.  Lots of great ideas here, even if you are not taking this class.
http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2017/01/lovethatface.html

Now the angel queen has hair, a dress and lots and lots of bling.
http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2017/02/the-more-bling-better.html

And suddenly, Ruth adds beads everywhere!  (I know you are SO surprised.  LOL)
http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2017/02/did-someone-say-beads.html

Final UPDATE:  The Angel Queen makes a superb pillow.
https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2018/02/queen-holding-court/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 1, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A Shot of Color for a Dreary Day

I write Blog articles ahead of time, mostly about three-four weeks before they will publish.  Therefore I don't really know if today's going to be dreary but hey!--it's December!  Everyone needs a shot of color and fun finishing in December, right?  Therefore I'm reviving Finishing Friday as a special treat.  First, let's see what Ruth Schmuff's students have done with their mermaids from Lulu My Pink Turtle....
http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2016/11/beaches-mermaids-and-seashells.html

The design is called La Sirena and it was a mystery class from Bedecked and Beaddazzled last summer.  You can pick up the class kit from Ruth any time you need a mermaid (and mer-cat) in your life.
http://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/product/la-sirena/

Our other shot of fabulousness is from Suzie Vallerie at Enriched Stitch.  This is a Kate Dickerson piece called "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun."  This also was a class at Suzie's shop.  She just got it back from the framer.
http://astheneedleturns.com/girls-just-wanna-have-fun/

If you want to play with ribbons, the kit is also available.
http://enrichedstitch.com

Now, don't you feel better?

Hugs from Chilly Hollow!

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright November 17, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Introducing La Sirena (Ruth Schmuff Mystery Class) UPDATED

Ruth Schmuff has just announced the latest canvas for her series of mystery classes--she's going to work on Lulu My Pink Turtle's La Sirena mermaid. 
http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2015/06/lulus-la-sirena.html

For right now the canvas is only available as part of Ruth's class but if you want to wait until the mystery is solved, you'll be able to get the kit (or just the canvas) later on.  Stay tuned for the fishy fun!

UPDATES:
http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2015/07/its-all-in-details.html

http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2015/08/ready-for-swim.html

http://www.notyourgrandmothersneedlepoint.com/2016/11/beaches-mermaids-and-seashells.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright June 5, 2015 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.