Most Requested Books of 2016

Ruth Kern's newest e-newletter is always a fun read but since this time she lists the most requested books of 2016--and there are several needlepoint books on the list--I thought you'd enjoy seeing the books on her Most Requested List.
http://ruthkernbooks.blogspot.com/2016/12/december-2016-blog-may-all-your-days-be.html

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

Still Another Smart Cookie: Magnets Display Board

Bess just won the Smart Cookie Award this week with her use of this Ikea Magnetic Board to keep her needle minders in order.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10211634513684277&set=pcb.1228470110563478&type=3&theater

"Skurar" seems to refer to a punched hole lace style of item. Ikea has a lot of things in this style available if you want to coordinate your stitching nest. Here is the magnetic board from the Ikea website.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10310629/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 11, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A Needlepoint Profile of the Authors

Lycette Designs did a fun profile of the authors of Sophistication is Overrated by concentrating on their needlepoint shop background and love of our favorite needle art.  You'll learn their favorite shops, that "belts are men's charm bracelets" and what they binge watch when stitching.  Fun!
http://lycettedesigns.com/women-point-sophistication-overrated/

Since we also learned that their book about entertaining has a chapter on needlepoint, here's a link to learn more and perhaps buy yourself a copy if Santa didn't provide it.
http://lycettedesigns.com/women-point-sophistication-overrated/

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

Parade Magazine Discovers Needlepoint

The online version of Parade magazine has discovered needlepoint.
http://parade.com/529660/kellydinardo/photos-needlepoint-not-just-for-grannies-anymore/

The link at the bottom (Launch Slideshow) of the article shows off commercial products from companies like Smathers and Branson.  Very plain and basic stuff, but at least they noticed.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 10, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Need a Conservator?

The American Institute for Conservation of Historica and Artistic Works not only has a website where they have tips for protection of historic items, they have a Find a Conservator service.
http://www.conservation-us.org

If you have an antique textile or a very special stitched piece that has been damaged in some way, this is a place to start finding help.  It won't be cheap but treasures of our heart are worth the money to return them to good order.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright December 16, 2016 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.