Learn to Paint An Easter Bunny with Abigail Cecile

Abigail Cecile is doing something new--two new Easter rabbit e-patterns for download to teach you how to paint your own Easter rabbit canvas.  Note that the designs are made to be painted on 13 count canvas.

https://www.abigailcecile.com/collections/e-pattern?&utm_campaign=campaign%3A+Easter+Rabbits+E-Pattern+%28642748fc255b91001b24fb6b%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=omnisend&omnisendContactID=61d4f71be5b2120022be7c19

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© Copyright April 1, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Creating a Mid-Century Modern Needlepoint Pillow

The article NJNA found about penelope canvas was so well written that I explored the author's website.  Jeni Sandberg is a consultant and dealer in 20th Century decorative designs, with a special interest in needlepoint, Mid-Century Modern and Hawaii.  I think you'll enjoy her article about creating a needlepoint pillow in the style of Alexander Girard for the Miller House in Columbus, Indiana, a place that was owned by an avid needlepointer.

https://www.jenisandberg.com/blog?offset=1345142640000

If you are charmed, Jeni sells key fob and clutch or purse canvases, all in bright colors, on her website.

https://jenisandbergneedlepoint.com/

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 12, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Zecca Laying Tools

I didn't realize Zecca sells wooden laying tools made by Alex Goldman.  They come in various shapes, depending on what's comfortable for your hand.

https://zecca.net/laying-tools/

These are either all wood or have wooden handles for Shay Pendray's Best Laying Tool.  Your favorite shop can order one of these beauties for you through Zecca.

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright February 27, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Eye Poppin Peacock (A Mystery from Eleanor Grosch and Ruth Schmuff)

Ruth Schmuff has chosen her spring mystery class for May-June 2023--Eleanor Grosch's "Eye Poppin Peacock."

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=682991887166515&set=a.453077796824593

As always, I'll update this article as the class photos are posted so you can see how Ruth brings the peacock to life.  

The first lesson has a beautiful but subtle background and a great stitch for the largest feather.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2023/05/the-eye-poppin-peacock/

The peacock is done already.  This was a fast and fun project.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2023/06/so-many-eyes/

Ruth just showed off three framed versions of Eleanor's peacock.  They are stunning!

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2024/07/peacocks-are-poppin/

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 31, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Breaking News: Chanel Serves Designer with Cease and Desist Letter

The rumor mills says a designer has received a cease and desist letter from Chanel about their use of Chanel copyrighted logos.  I don't know which designer, but I would caution any shop and designer to be careful about selling designs based on other people's artwork or logos without permission.  

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright April 18, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.