A Great Idea for Sand

Jessica is getting an embroidery class ready.  Her recent post shows off the project and describes the interesting mix of flat and spun overdyed silk she choose to create sand.

https://www.jessicagrimm.com/blog/on-the-shores-of-st-nick-an-update

It's an idea worth exploring!

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Bits and Bobs

Mary Corbet has posted a fun essay praising little spot motifs in embroidery.  When I read it, I immediately thought of miles of plain background on needlepoint canvases just begging for one of these sweet embellishments! 

https://www.needlenthread.com/2021/02/little-embroidered-bits.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+needlenthread+%28Needle%27nThread.com%29

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright February 8, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Zooming Along with Laura

Laura Taylor's Zoom classes have been very popular during lockdown.  Vicky DeAngelis just took one using a unique Victoria Whitson canvas.  If you are curious, here's Vicky's report.

http://mostlyneedlepoint.com/do-you-zoom/

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A New Sandy Arthur Book in March! UPDATED

The Cover of Sandy's New Book

Sandy Arthur has a new book coming out in mid-March 2021--Stitching with Stars!

https://sandyarthur.blogspot.com/2021/02/time-in-central-kentucky-we-are-having.html

Yes, this new book is all about how to stitch stars.  This is what Sandy says about the new book which will be a small booklet like her books on hair and leaves.

The Pandemic has helped dust off some of my shelves. In 2016, I was finalizing my Pocketbook edition that was on the subject of Stars. I even discussed it with Amy Bunger who at the time would proof my books. She has a star featured in this book as well. Anyway I digress. I finally pulled it down from the shelf and it is now with the printer. We anticipate a mid-March shipping! SO, we are taking preorders. Same guidelines – minimum of 6 books; orders of 25 or more will get free shipping thru March 31, 2021. Thank you in advance again for your wonderful support. 

If you are interested, tell your favorite needlepoint shop to contact Sandy to order a copy for you. Can't wait myself!

UPDATE: Here's a bit about it from Homestead Needle Arts. You can buy all three of Sandy's little "pocket" books at a discount from them, too.

https://mailchi.mp/fb2fa9f17847/new-book-new-canvases?e=810b807e3a

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright February 12, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Virtual Nashville Needlework Expo is On

Conventions and needleowrk markets have been turned upside down by the coronavirus but the usual March Nashville Expo for cross stitch and counted work is still going to be held, but in a different way.

https://worksbyabc.com/2021/02/04/needlework-expo-in-march/

Yarntree/Needlework Retailer are not going forward with a real show but Noteworthy Needle has picked up the ball and will sponsor a virtual market instead.  It's mostly cross stitch but some needlepoint folks attend, so if you are interested, designers or shops  can register at the website created for this special event.  Sorry, folks, this isn't open to the general public.

https://needleworkexpo.com

Let the shopping begin!

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright February 5, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.