Studio Stitches: An Interview with Barbara Reinfeld

I love reading about new needlepoint designers from all over the world, so I was thrilled when Needlepoint for Fun published this interview with Barbara Reinfeld of Studio Stitches.
http://www.icontact-archive.com/archive?c=741718&f=10538&s=11216&m=394269&t=10bfd1d682bdcd7b3d7e5b30144e5d1c3da8cfc81f6c09170be7d7e898ef1035

If you aren't familiar with Barbara's work as Studio Stitches, here are her kits available through Needlepoint for Fun.
https://www.needlepoint-for-fun.com/shop/Kits/Studio-Stitches-Needlepoint-Kits.htm

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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© Copyright May 31, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Mary Explains How To Choose Stitches

Mary Legallet of Whimsical Stitch does weekly stitch diagrams which are always fun, but this week she has done something different—an explanation of how she chooses a stitch.  Read along as Mary tries and discards four stitches until Number Five turns out to be perfect.
http://www.whimsicalstitch.com/whimsicalwednesdays/2019/04/24

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright April 25, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

An Ornament Finishing Tutorial by Abigail Cecile

August is usually the deadline for Christmas finishing these days.  But don't worry--Royal School trained needlepoint designer Abigail Cecile has posted a fabulous tutorial on finishing ornaments on her website.  She has posted a great article on finishing ornaments on her website, with both a video and step-by-step photo instructions.
https://www.abigailcecile.com/pages/how-to-finish-a-needlepoint-ornament?fbclid=IwAR38ZffC1ZVdPSI2qtW_Yr5jQtRJ8gm3wcbpxbkrzhJSdRisTZcIkphIm8Y

Thank you, Abby!  This is a much appreciated help!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright July 6, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Confused About Ordering a Belt from Sign of the Arrow?

Belts can be confusing as some places need an edge finished with binding stitch, some don't because they want two extra tent stitches rows top and bottom.  Sign of the Arrow has a little graphic explaining how their belts work.  You can always call the shop for help as well.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10161929251700722&set=p.10161929251700722&type=3&theater

Remember, different companies have different needs for finishing belts.  Always check with the shop or belt finisher before you stitch your belt canvas to make sure you are doing what will work for them.

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright April 26, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Interviewing Joanna of Plum Stitchery

Shannan of Bobbin and Fred is interviewing Joanna of Plum Stitchery this week.  It's a fun look at a designer who is fairly new to needlepoint.
https://www.sewingwithbobbinandfred.co.uk/2019/04/lets-meet-joanna-of-plum-stitchery.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
© Copyright April 26, 2019 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.