Sunday, June 28, 2020

Another Free Design from DebBee's Designs (Harlequin Dance Redux)

Debbie Rowley has had such a great response to her free charts that she is starting a third posting, this time about Harlequin Dance Redux.  If you are interested in trying charts and raiding your stash to use up threads in your favorite colors, this is your chance.
https://debbeesdesigns.com/2020/06/09/stitch-along-monday-and-a-little-promo/

https://debbeesdesigns.com/2020/06/17/stitch-along-harlequin-dance-redux/

https://debbeesdesigns.com/2020/06/22/stitch-along-monday-rhodes-stitches/

https://debbeesdesigns.com/2020/06/30/stitch-along-monday-reverse-waffle-stitch/

https://debbeesdesigns.com/2020/07/07/stitch-along-monday-rhodes-and-scotch-stitches/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright June 17, 2020 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Saturday, June 27, 2020

Do I Need Extra Rows for Finishing?

"Do I need to add rows for the finisher?" is a very common question but there's no right answer except "Ask the finisher" because it all depends on a number of things. Needlepoint.com gives you tips to guide you in making a decision if asking your finisher isn't an option.
https://hrd2q41d1reazftb-25567316.shopifypreview.com/blogs/needlepoint-know-how/knowing-when-to-add-extra-rows-to-an-ornament

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright June 16, 2020 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Friday, June 26, 2020

Wisdom from Amy: Compensation Trick

Steph has shared a great tip from Amy Bunger about compensation on her blog.  Genius!
http://stephsstitching.blogspot.com/2020/06/tricks-i-learned-from-amy-bunger.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright June 15, 2020 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Thursday, June 25, 2020

Hello Bargello

If you are charmed by Bargello designs and want to try one for yourself, Hello Bargello has some nice tips videos and sells kits and patterns to download.   
https://hellobargello.com

Click on Learn Bargello to find the video tips.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright June 11, 2020 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Artdiva Designs Goes Halloween

If you are a fan of Halloween, you'll love browsing the Artdiva Designs website.  Her Halloween Chicken cracks me up!
https://artdivawebsite.wixsite.com/home?fbclid=IwAR21hbX69vZW_f0-jHWPWxu9LETJEUXKdZK4gq8mWGitL4YzI31FkRvKfu0

Susan Berger has some really darling witches and I like her take on owls, too, but that's not all she does.  Her seahorse is a classic and I think her gingerbread houses canvas would be darling stitched and embellished.  Pour yourself your favorite beverage and have a fun browse through Susan's world….

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright June 9, 2020 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.