Sheena's Sweet Stitches Reviews TNNA Winter 2016

Sheena shows off her favorites from the Winter 2016 show.
http://www.sheenasstitches.com/what-a-show/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright January 15, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Trend Spotting: Carolyn Hedge Baird

One of the things I love to do when the trade shows roll around is play Spot the Trend, but Carolyn Hedge Baird beat me to it this year. In her triple roles as shop representative/teacher/stitch guide writer, she pays close attention to recurring themes.  The Winter 2016 TNNA show in San Diego is no exception but what Carolyn noticed escaped me entirely--lots of new and realistic portraits of donkeys!

Of course many Nativity sets have always had donkeys in them, like Kelly Clark's donkey for her pretty set....
http://www.kellyclarkneedlepoint.com/canvas/kcn-215-nt-stitched

...or the Tapestry Tent donkey from Liz' set...
http://nimbleneedlenj.com/product/tapestry-tent-handpainted-needlepoint-canvas-nativity-donkey-christmas-creche/

.... and there's Debbie Mumm's wonderful "Donkey, Sheep, Hen."
http://melissashirleydesigns.com/galsearch/index.cgi?index=1383777668_19771&col=

But this time the portraits are not part of a set, but a stand alone portrait of these animals.  Nenah Stone Designs is in the forefront of the trend with this sweet burro ornament.
http://www.nenahstonedesigns.com/christmas/christmas_ornaments_ii

Nenah Stone "Cardinal Donkey"

Nenah has done a larger portrait with her "Poinsettia Donkey" which is a cross between a Christmas piece and a Southwestern design.
http://www.nenahstonedesigns.com/christmas/christmas

Nenah Stone "Poinsettia Donkey"

Purple Palm designs has a brand new design from Sharon Weiser that shows a charming mother and baby donkey together with her signature purple tints.
http://purplepalmdesigns.com/?product_cat=sharons-designs

Sharon Weiser's "Donkeys" from Purple Palm Designs

Elizabeth Turner Collection Portrait 

The final donkey portrait is from Elizabeth Turner Collection (now renamed the Meredith Collection).  It adds to their "Down on the Farm" series with a whimsical look at the viewer and an acid green background that is just perfect.
http://www.elizabethturnercollection.com/needleptDesigns_pillow_2.html

I'm sure you can see why Carolyn has crowned this the Year of the Donkey.  (Since it is a Presidential Election Year, I think I prefer to think of it as the Year of the Jackass.)

But whether politicians are getting to you or not, I think you'll agree this is a great new trend! Thanks for your sharp eyes, Carolyn!

Those who want to see more of what Carolyn spotted at Market should check out her Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/nestndlpt

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright January 13, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Finishing Friday:

Ridgewood has posted more photos of finishing they have done for customers. You won't want to miss this as there is everything from a bird's nest to wonderful dogs, purses, boxes, ornaments and an amazing dimensional church.  It's hard to know who is more talented--Ridgewood's customers or their finishers.
http://ridgewoodneedlepoint.blogspot.com/2016/01/finishing-friday.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright January 1, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Photo Montage: Patty Paints Goes to TNNA Winter 2016

Patty of Patty Paints created a fun photo slide show of her trip to the TNNA show in San Diego.  Click on the right side arrow to navigate.
https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMscsLLFm5XvNTWcCZW4S0wMBE7aw5qVlKVS9_XAOIdJZ8cfWz7mZHJIZyMAuDW4Q/story/AF1QipNVsIofIEm6GpUeabDGvu00ICV19oEA2IJnGnNc3jpLJ0FO6icyWTN61Mzc7i8AcA?key=UWp1UUtfVVdIRnRwZ2FnMEF2ZDRhY25teWRxOUtR

If this sparks your curiosity, here is the Patty Paints website.  She is represented by The Collection if you fall in love with something and need your favorite shop to order for you.
http://www.thecollectiondesigns.com/patty-paints.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright January 13, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Iman Stitches

In the midst of articles about the death of David Bowie this week, sharp-eyed needlepointers have noticed mentioned of needlepoint.
http://www.eonline.com/news/730322/inside-david-bowie-and-iman-s-enduring-love-story

You can see a teddy bear pillow Iman stitched for her daughter some years ago here.
http://thezoereport.com/people/influencers/women-of-style-iman/

I hope her stitching is comforting as she starts to adjust to life without her husband.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright January 12, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.