Quail Run Newsletter, Eye Candy Galore

The latest shop newsletter from Quail Run is online, ready for viewing. This month's issue is particularly heavy on great finishing.  There are lists of classes and special events as well as a sneak peak at a new series called Vintage Blue from Quail Run Designs (the distributor instead of the shop).
http://edition.pagesuite-professional.co.uk//launch.aspx?pbid=69bfa3f1-dd93-4618-b806-6880fc346117

Speaking of new series, Ruth Schmuff has snuck several new designs from Sandra Vargas onto her website.  Like witches or geishas or just plain fun monsters?  You'll see them all at the top of her "What's New" page.
http://www.bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/needlepoint/--a-23.asp

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Snap Trays, Big and Little

If you like a little catch all to keep your scissors, spools of threads, needle package, etc. handy but tidy, then a snap tray might be just the thing for you.  I admit I have one that I don't use because it is so pretty, I don't want dog hair all over it.  You can get them in vinyl, though.  That would be very easy to clean...
http://www.etsy.com/shop/annebvinyl?section_id=11901562

Snap trays also come in a small size with a magnet to corral those pesky beads.  Here are pictures and a review, courtesy of Nimble Needle.
http://thenimbleneedle.blogspot.com/2013/09/bead-trays-back-in-stock-must-have-for.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Finishing Friday

For this week's Finishing Friday, I have some wonderful pillow finishing by Nimble Needle plus two bags in two very different styles.
http://thenimbleneedle.blogspot.com/2013/09/customers-work.html

Needle Delights shows off their Autumn Logs design made into a pillow.  Counted canvaswork isn't just for picture frames anymore!
http://needledelightsoriginals.blogspot.com/2013/09/autumn-logs-pillow.html

Adrienne did a fabulous job with these two little Kathy Schenkel stockings.  Check out her use of an overdye in streaks to suggest water....
http://ridgewoodneedlepoint.blogspot.com/2013/09/blog-post_14.html

Speaking of stockings, all of The Needlepointer's finishing showcased this week is Christmas red.
http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=2b1a4dafdf1ba6e29e773aa79&id=dd283fab8c&e=73961ee0ea

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Do It Yourself Floor Cushion

Ever wanted a big beginner project for your stitching child?  How about this charming floor poof? You can even use knitting wools or that stash of old Paternayan you'll never touch for this beauty courtesy of Jenny Henry Designs.
http://jennyhenrydesigns.wordpress.com/2013/08/07/diy-needlepoint-floor-pouf/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

New Finishing Kits from Marlene's UPDATED

According to Old World Designs' Facebook page, Marlene has a new finishing option--a new company called Marlene Makes It Fun.  The company will offer small canvases with a self-finishing pillow that coordinates with the design.  Marlene will demonstrate the product at Old World Designs October 5.  Hope someone can attend and report back!
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=724743080884508&set=a.256479901044164.85922.254980691194085&type=1&theater

UPDATE:  The Needlepointer also posted photos of Marlene's pillow kits.
http://us1.campaign-archive2.com/?u=2b1a4dafdf1ba6e29e773aa79&id=08b3bcaad5&e=73961ee0ea

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.