And Now For Something New

Now that it is officially a new year, it's time to browse a new designer's lovely works.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/LyndaCookDesigns?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1121832462

Linda Cook Designs specializes in colorful small florals although she also has bugs, Halloween and Christmas designs, not to mention a cute topiary and scissor cases.

You can follow her on her Facebook page to see the latest.

https://www.facebook.com/lyndacookdesignscom-150241444072/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright December 24, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A Tool for Those Pesky Tails

Michelle highly recommends the GUM Ee-z Thru for pulling tails through, repairs and weaving ends.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/4660300684047053/

These are also sold as teeth cleaning floss so check your local drug store for them.

https://www.gumbrand.com/gum-eez-thru-floss-threaders.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright December 24, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

"Sewing Kit Storage Unit"

Nancy just posted a photo on NP Nation of a pile of Royal Dansk Danish butter cookies in their tins advertised with a sign that reads, "Sewing Kit Storage Unit."

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/4660790830664705/

LOL

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright December 24, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Needle Arts Mystery Retreats End

The Needle Arts Mystery Retreat is closing this year, 2021.  This was announced on their Facebook page December 21, 2021.

https://www.facebook.com/Needle-Arts-Mystery-Retreat-LLC-126832707361178/

http://www.needleartsmysteryretreat.com/?fbclid=IwAR37iblkrppI6ONT32zOTEfUq2JZSof6KZmKPGBFpUTmQofN4EmZchlTYOQ

The four founders are continuing to teach separatedly and will post on Facebook at their renamed Those Mysterious Ladies page.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright December 22, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Anthropologie Discovers Kaffe Fassett

Anthropolgie has discovered Kaffe Fassett.  They've even recreated his studio at one of their store galleries, the London one on Kings Road.

https://www.anthropologie.com/en-gb/kaffefassett?fbclid=IwAR1mmkAaiwZktH7ouk9fPAqVhiSOixNELIddDiVwRDvuYovTe32AcpRZdKM

Want a really special gift for yourself or someone who deserves it?  Browse the Kaffe Fassett items for sale on his website.  These include needlepoint upholstered chairs, pillows and rugs, plus more from his creative mind and hands.

http://www.kaffefassett.com/gallery/shop/?fbclid=IwAR3SXNHPwLVxcMYUvk34IHmS68_yNHa8KH0WjEAm_3JcnWRHS919v1mvHr4

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com 

 Copyright December 22, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.