Tutorial: Stitching a Dimensional Star

Diana Maria Castro has devised a clever way to stitch a dimensional star. This works for stars with an odd number of points. To do this on needlepoint canvas you will need a sharp needle so you can put the stitches right where you want them. Diana Maria says you can work any size star this way but I imagine a very small star would be difficult. Still, it will be fun to try!
http://www.dimensionalembroidery.com/tutorial-star-tucker.html

By the way, Diana Maria has some nice stitch tutorial videos. I'll add the link here and at the bottom of Blog's page with the other stitch tutorials.
http://www.dimensionalembroidery.com/tutorials.html 

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© Copyright March 3, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Fly Fisherman's Stocking

The Renegade Needlepointer just finished a Christmas stocking for her son-in-law, an avid fly fisherman. She has some interesting customization and tips for stitching such a piece.
http://renegadeneedlepointer.com/2016/03/02/i-do-not-like-to-excercise/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright March 2, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Stumpwork Masterclass (Review)

Alison Cole, who is very well known for her gold work, has written an exhaustive book on stumpwork called The Stumpwork Masterclass. Mary Corbet managed to get a copy (Alison is in Australia)  and has a lovely review on her website. 
http://www.needlenthread.com/2016/02/stumpwork-masterclass-by-alison-cole-book-review.html

Not everyone who needlepoints is going to be interested in this book but it is an exhaustive treatment of stumpwork in the 17th Century and how it is done today.  If it is anything like Alison's two gold work books, the photos alone are worth the price of the book.  If you haven't seen Alison's work before, you will want to visit her website to drool over her work, check out her kits and of course, think about buying one (or all) of her books.
https://www.alisoncoleembroidery.com.au

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright February 29, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

DIY Storage Box

Peg bought plans on Etsy to build a thread storage box.   The shop is in Australia but since you can use Paypal for payment and it is a digital download of a PDF file for the plans, it is an easy purchase.  If you are handy with tools you might be interested in this.
https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/255038312/plans-for-an-18-drawer-floss-box?ref=shop_home_active_1

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright February 28, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Finishing Video by Starke Art Designs

Folks who do their own finishing will want to see this video by Kelly Starke Maichele of Starke Art Designs on how to finish open topped ornaments the easy way. 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbhM76LfWPM&feature=youtu.be

You can reach Kelly to arrange finishing via Osterville Needlepoint.
http://www.ostervilleneedlepointshop.com

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© Copyright February 27, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.