Sunday, August 13, 2023

Needles for Nickel Allergic Stitchers

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Recently several folks have mentioned allergic reactions when stitching with needles.  This is probably a nickel allergy so nickel-free or stainless steel needles are a good option to try for those with allergies.

Mary Corbet mentioned The Needle Lady's stainless steel needles.  She also sells easy threading needles.

Several folks on Needlepoint Nation use Pony Black tapestry needles.  Other types of needles are also available.  I'm not sure all are hypoallergenic, however.

No, the Pony Black needles with white eyes are steel with no nickel, making them hypoallergenic.  There are also size 28 tapestry needles with black eyes that are nickel free.

I've not tried either brand, being lucky enough not to have such allergies.  If you do, hope they work for you!

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Saturday, August 12, 2023

Exemplary Winners 2023

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The National Academy of Needlearts (NAN) has started posting the 2023 award winners on their Facebook page.  First, here are the first place winners in the Professional Original category.

Here are more first place winners in two more categories.

More winners!

If you want to see all the winners, check the NAN website.

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Friday, August 11, 2023

Breaking News: Annie Lane Has Died

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Lynn Mason just announced the death of Annie Lane on Needlepoint Nation.

It is so sad.  Her funny animal designs were big favorites among stitchers, particularly her original Twelve Days of Christmas pieces.  Luckily Wellesley Needlepoint has licensed some of her work if you wish to add to your collection or just want to see her designs.

I don't know if her Etsy shop with her Annie Lane Originals line will continue.

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NJNA News

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The end of July newsletter from the New Jersey Needle Artists Chapter of ANG is full of eye candy, a sale, new products and more.

Remember, many of the photos have others hidden to the side.  Click on any side arrows to view all the photos.

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

Videos to Stitch By

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Tricia Nguyễn is not only a specialist in historical embroidery, she knows metallurgy and has been spending time in Europe visiting artisans and learning about metal threads.  She's also stumbled across the YouTube video series about crafts posted by Business Insider on their video channel.

Apparently they are great to stitch to.  Have fun starting with the video of Mario Menegazzo's gold beating workshop that is linked to above.  You can find more videos along the same lines here, especially the So Expensive ones--

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