The Professional Restorer at Work

Melissa talks about several needlepoint restoration projects on her website. The first is a family crest.
http://www.collector-repair-services.com/?p=759

The second is a folk art pillow from the 1930s.
http://www.collector-repair-services.com/?p=821

The third is a pillow chewed by a pet.
http://www.collector-repair-services.com/?p=789

The fourth is a picture that had to be reblocked and reframed.
http://www.collector-repair-services.com/?p=412

The process (and the projects!) is fascinating.  But after all this, you may wonder why folks bother. This is Melissa's answer.
http://www.collector-repair-services.com/?p=334

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright February 18, 2015 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Pest Patrol

Want to know what a professional restoration artist does to get rid of insects that attack needlework? Melissa explains the problem and her solutions here. 
http://www.collector-repair-services.com/?p=803

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright February 18, 2015 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Restoration Magic

I thought you'd enjoy seeing what Melissa did to restore this old needlepoint piece. It's amazing how much work is involved!
http://www.collector-repair-services.com/?p=1058

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright February 18, 2015 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.