The New Swivel Head for K's Table Stand

I always enjoy reading Sheena's latest blog. She always has a new stitch (or two) diagrammed plus she always has lot of eye candy to enjoy.  This time she shows off some of Lynn's cat designs from Designs by Sharese as well as her new table stand from K's Creations.
https://www.sheenasstitches.com/stitch-variations-designers/

The swivel head on the table clamp stand is a new design, similar to their metal floor frame. It's infinitely adjustable, which is just the thing for some stitchers like Sheena who need to recline as they stitch.  Because it fits on the table next to your stitching chair, it's even more useful than the floor frame for some folks.  Thanks to the review and photos Sheena posted, folks who are interested in a clamp on table stand can see how this works in detail.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright September 19, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Morgan Julia's Travel Tips

Morgan Julia Designs' blog has some great tips for traveling with your needlepoint—and she reveals some of her new designs.
https://morganjuliadesigns.com/blogs/news/the-canvases-im-packing-for-vacation

The tips are great.  I'd just add to always have a spare packet of needles in your purse, wallet or suitcase.  Nothing's worse than losing the one needle you have with you!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright November 2, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Yet Another Writer Discovers Needlepoint

Thanks to Melissa Shirley (who alerted Facebook to this), we can read yet another article about needlepoint making a comeback.
https://www.flowerpowerwithjill.com/needlepoint-makes-a-comeback-and-its-a-whole-new-ballgame/?sfns=mo&fbclid=IwAR2seQwek9gd2Q-YXse-i5jWeum1R6rF0ZG7okAId6e-kg4LWlM0A564itY

I'm not sure I agree with the author that needlepoint should be meditative.  I often find it so but the world of needlepoint is wildly diverse in both the stitcher and the design he or she chooses.  And I like it that way.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright July 15, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Staggered Cross and Double Stitch Have a Baby

This interesting variation on Double Stitch simply melds Staggered Cross with Double Stitch on a slant.  The stitch variations are endless with these two stitches.  Note that BeStitched included a mistake to show how obvious it is if you accidentally put the wrong leg of a cross on top.  You do have to be consistent in making this stitch.
https://vimeo.com/148691792?inf_contact_key=071c53bb0845cf56c393f4ceef93b00e

Here's the more typical Staggered Cross.
https://www.sheenasstitches.com/happy-hanukkah/

Here's Double Stitch.
https://www.needlepoint-for-fun.com/how-to-do-the-double-stitch-in-needlepoint-and-the-best-places-to-use-it.htm

Of course you can change the spacing.  You don't have to blend the two stitches to get something unique and interesting.
https://www.needlepointteacher.com/stitches/d/double/

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Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright Sepember 18, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

How to Stitch Curves with Kreinik Size 16 Braid

Nancy from The Needle House in Houston has a great tip for using Kreinik's size 16 braid and a chenille needle for swirls and curves.
https://www.facebook.com/Kreinik.Manufacturing.Company/videos/2452997711688260/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright September 12, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.