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Sunday, December 11, 2022

Straw Silk: The Movie

Labels: Needlepoint.com, Straw Silk, threads, tips, videoa

Straw Hat in Straw Silk

Needlepoint.com has posted a short video about Straw Silk, the ribbon-like thread that creates all sorts of lovely effects.

https://needlepoint.com/blogs/needlepoint-know-how/thread-talks-learn-more-about-straw-silk

The thread is a little thicker than a ribbon and you can split it down the middle if it seems a bit thick for the stitch you want to use on 18 count canvas. I particularly like it for leaves, tree bark and other slightly rough-looking items. It makes a fabulous straw hat, too, as you can see in Leigh Design's "Miami" from her Gold Diggers series above.

You can explore the colors available on the Silk Road Fiber website but you'll have to order from your favorite shop as Silk Road Fiber sells wholesale only.

https://silkroadfiber.com/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

Saturday, December 10, 2022

A Dale Lenci Original at Auction

Labels: auctions, charities, Dale Lenci, purses, videos

Now that Dale's retired from his shop owner and DJ Designs needlepoint canvas roles, he's branching out to design and stitch originals. These will be dreamed up and stitched by Dale , then he'll auction them off once they are complete. His first project is a designer handbag which you can see here. But remember, the auction ends on December 16 so if you are interested, you have to move fast.

https://designsdj.com/product/designer-handbag-by-dale-lenci/

Ten percent of the auction proceeds will go to a charity that helps support kids emerging from foster care. Kudos to Dale for being such a good designer--and good guy.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

Friday, December 9, 2022

The Daylight24 402039-04 Full Page 8 x 10 Inch Magnifier LED Illuminated Floor Lamp

Labels: Daylight, floor lamps, light magnifiers

Teresa just ordered this floor light-magnifier from Daylight and really likes it.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/5634164996660612/

The Daylight website has more details. Apparently it comes in black or white or silver. Shop around for the best price. It only weighs eleven and a half pounds, though. I'd be worried it would tip if one of my large dogs bumped it and I'm not sure how much the goose neck arm will bend to put the illuminated magnifer straight over your stitching. Note that this is an LED lamp which means I doubt you can replace the LEDs when they burn out. The magnifier is plastic, not glass. It must be assembled before using and I don't know how long the cord is.

https://daylight24.com/shop/daylight-lamp/full-page-magnifying-floor-lamp-8-by-10-inch-daylight-floor-lamp-black-402039-04/

As a fire safety tip and to protect the magnifier from scratches and dust, it would be wise to cover the head when not in use.

Thanks for the tip, Teresa! Bet this is just perfect for someone!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com