Poppy Monk's Six Small Stitches

Poppy Monk Needlepoint has a new article on their blog about six stitches that fit well in small spaces.  They have stitch diagrams and colored photos of the stitches on various canvases, too.

https://poppymonkneedlepointkits.com/blogs/the-5-minute-needlepoint-blog/six-needlepoint-stitches-for-small-spaces

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© Copyright August 28, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Why Not Have A Go?

Appletons has a new designer-David Smith.  He does lovely graphic patterns that are a delight.

https://www.instagram.com/p/C8Uyb6ANQkx/?g=5&img_index=1

Here are his currently available tapestry kits.

https://www.appletons.org.uk/?s=David+smith&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1

Here's a bit about David and how he started designing needlepoint.

https://www.appletons.org.uk/david-smith/

http://www.davidsmith-tapestry.co.uk/

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright June 18, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Napkin Rings and Silverware Pockets

KC Designs is highlighting the napkin ring and silverware holder canvases from SCT Designs, which are a perfect way to decorate the holiday table.

https://www.kcneedlepoint.com/collections/for-the-table?omnisendContactID=65edaf5fa958c70f5bc79ac7&utm_campaign=campaign%3A+Tablescapes+%28670d7f59c0ecee4574658d50%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=omnisend

Of course napkin rings are the perfect design-your-own project!

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© Copyright November 15, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A New Tool of the Trade from The Wool and The Floss

The Wool and the Floss has released their latest Tools of the Trade goodie--a magnetic holder for your wooden laying tool.  Look at both photos to see how it works.

https://woolfloss.com/products/laying-tool-minder-by-tools-of-the-trade?_pos=1&_sid=821a258a7&_ss=r

Apparently a laying tool larger than the size of a pencil works best.

https://www.instagram.com/p/C_F1R0VRPx6/

https://www.instagram.com/p/C_bNKtjvr43/

This is the perfect holiday gift for your stitching bestie!

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© Copyright August 25, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

November with NJNA

The New Jersey Needle Artists Chapter of ANG has published their newsletter and it's full of ANG news--including a sneak peek at the cover of Needle Pointers--and new projects, clubs, and gadgets.

https://blog.njneedleartists.org/2024/11/16/whats-happening-at-njna-11-16-24/

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© Copyright November 17, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.