Fun with Names

NeedlePaint.com shows off the latest custom design they created for a customer—two canvases covered with names of grandkids that the stitcher made up into a tote bag.  This was her first needlepoint project, by the way, but she's a very experienced needleworker.
https://www.needlepaint.com/blog/2018/12/19/needlepaint-perfection-a-beginner-shares-her-creation/

This looks fabulous and is unique and probably wasn't that difficult for a new stitcher to do.  Kudos to NeedlePaint for their clever printed canvas that helped the stitcher make something useful that is all about family.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 20, 2018 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

How to Make and Use Silk Wrapped Purls

Thistle Threads' blog has a short article on how silk wrapped purls are made.  
http://thistle-threads.blogspot.com/2018/11/how-are-silk-wrapped-purls-made.html

It is a fascinating process, but labor intensive.  Here is what you end up with—threads that are perfect for creating stumpwork in the 17th Century style.  And much more!  Only your imagination's the limit when it comes to using this stuff.
https://thistle-threads.myshopify.com/collections/silk-purls

Here is now silk purls were used in the 17th Century.
http://thistle-threads.blogspot.com/2018/11/how-are-silk-purls-used.html

By the way, this Thistle Threads article shows the sizes of silk wrapped purls available, plus is shows the new silk check that Tricia had made from leftovers.
http://thistle-threads.blogspot.com/2018/11/new-sizes-of-silk-wrapped-purls-and.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright November 14, 2018 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

(Fill in The Blanks) Scares Me to Death

At various places online people tell me that doing _______ (fill in the blank) scares them silly.  Not to worry, my dears!  We have help for the frightened stitcher!

Is beading your bete noire?  Just wander over here and browse the online help for those facing beading their needlepoint canvases for the first time. (Or the millionth—we don't judge)
https://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com/p/basketweave-beading-aka-don-beading.html

Is your bugbear needle felting with all the sharp needles?  Fear not, I have a tutorial with plenty of tips.  (Tip #1:  Don't poke yourself with the needle! Otherwise it is really easy.)
https://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com/p/needle-felting-needlepoint-canvas.html

What else drives you to drink?  Post a message below in Comments if you have a Google account or email me at chilly hollow at hot mail dot com and I'll try to help.  Needlepoint should be fun, not frightening.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 16, 2018 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Color Magic with Colour Complements

Lorraine of Colour Complements has posted a series of articles about various designs stitched with one of her overdyes.  It's great fun to see how everything works up.
https://colourcomplements.com/2018/12/needlepoint-59.html

https://colourcomplements.com/2018/12/needlepoint-60.html

https://colourcomplements.com/2018/12/needlepoint-61.html

If you are tempted, click on "Shop" to see the currently available color combos and thread types.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 14, 2018 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Tools for Travel

Needlepoint for Fun has a great little article about tools you'll need if you travel with your stitching.
https://www.needlepoint-for-fun.com/needlepoint-tools-and-accessories-for-travel.htm

I highly recommend you pack needles in your purse or wallet when you travel with needlepoint.  You can stitch if you lose scissors but if you lose your needles, finding replacements can be very difficult.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 14, 2018 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.